More Than Meets the Eye
A simple jar in the Reeves Collection tells the story of an African-American craftsman in Antebellum America.
Featured News, Views and More from Around W&L
W&L Updates Climate Action Plan
Washington and Lee University has already exceeded carbon-reduction goals for 2013 and 2020. The latest updates keep the university on track to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Welcome Class of 2023!
A video introduction to some of W&L's newest Generals
‘The Active Pursuit of a Passion’
Jack Huffard '90 talks about the actionable insights he has gained from the Entrepreneurship Summit (Sept. 27-28) and the skills needed to be a successful entrepreneur.
W&L Partners with Lexington Fire Department for Safety Training
This year’s orientation for Residential Advisors and Community Assistants included a mock fire designed to show students how to quickly and safely escape a burning building.
Seen and Heard
"Regardless of whether these students attend Washington and Lee, we can help plant the seed that may lead to them attending college somewhere else—and that is still a win."~Nathan Shearer, W&L Head Wrestling Coach
In Case You Missed It
1. Staniar Gallery Presents New Orleans-Based Artist’s Work
The works will be on display through Nov.1, with an artist’s talk and reception on Oct.16 at 5:30 p.m.2. W&L Professors Collaborate on New Book
Chris Gavaler and Nathaniel Goldberg published “Superhero Thought Experiments.”3. W&L Law’s Mark Drumbl Deepens Understanding of Child Soldiers in New Book
The Research Handbook on Child Soldiers brings to bear a unique array of perspectives to unpack the life-cycle of youth and militarization—from recruitment, to demobilization, and return to civilian life.4. W&L’s Elisabeth Gilbert Earns Prestigious Scholarship
As a recipient of this award, Gilbert was recognized at the 2019 SIOP Annual Conference at the National Harbor in Fort Washington, Maryland, in April.5. Campus Kitchen at W&L Receives Donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
The Campus Kitchen at Washington and Lee has received $1,725 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation.News
W&L Professors Collaborate on New Book
Chris Gavaler and Nathaniel Goldberg published “Superhero Thought Experiments.”
Bovay Named to Florida Bar Tax Law Board Certification Grade Review Panel
Bovay is one of approximately 200 board-certified tax lawyers in Florida.
W&L’s Elisabeth Gilbert Earns Prestigious Scholarship
As a recipient of this award, Gilbert was recognized at the 2019 SIOP Annual Conference at the National Harbor in Fort Washington, Maryland, in April.
Campus Kitchen at W&L Receives Donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
The Campus Kitchen at Washington and Lee has received $1,725 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation.
Seen & Heard
W&L’s Lucas Morel Talks Lincoln-Douglas Debates in New Podcast Interview
In the discussion, Morel explains the history behind the Lincoln-Douglas debates.
W&L’s Sarah Horowitz Discusses 19th-Century France in New Article
Horowitz’s article is titled “Sherlock Holmes Comes to Paris: True Crime and Private Detection in the Belle Époque.”
W&L’s Molly Michelmore Talks Taxes
The article discusses taxation and Democratic aspirations.
W&L’s Ponce De León Talks Latin American Politics in New Article
The article is titled “The Changing Shapes of Latin American Welfare States."
People & Programs Distinctly Dubyuhnell
Our Students
Racing Through Summer
Ben Peeples '21 is enjoying a chemistry internship at Brown University while training for the World Canoeing Championships in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Our Faculty
Sam Calhoun Named Robert O. Bentley Professor of Law
Brant Hellwig, Dean of Washington and Lee School of Law, has announced the appointment of law professor Sam Calhoun to the Robert O. Bentley Chair in Law.
Our Alumni
Alison Krentel Wheatley-Price ’94
The medical researcher travels, teaches and conducts research to eliminate neglected tropical diseases.
Our Programs
Getting Their Start in Art
For Darcy Olmstead '21 and Lindsey Hewitt '21, analyzing art in the Netherlands and the U.S. with Professor Erich Uffelman has been an educational 'dream come true.'
