Faculty Spotlight: Catherine Smith
Catherine Smith is the Vincent L. Bradford Professor of Law and is an expert in children’s equality law.
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‘Unlikely Pairings’ Ignite Curiosity at Science, Society and the Arts Conference
The interdisciplinary conference gave students the chance to share original research that integrated their academic interests and personal passions.
Black Alumni Weekend Celebrates Legacy, Community and Connection
The celebration, held April 4–5 on campus, brought students and alumni together to share experiences and make new connections.
‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Beth Staples
In this month’s episode, Staples speaks of the power of imagination and storytelling and the continuous, and evolving, legacy of the Shenandoah literary magazine.
Meet a Colleague: Dave Wells
Dave Wells serves as a custodian for the university.
W&L’s Staniar Gallery Presents ‘Hugo Crosthwaite: Tijuacolor’
The exhibition will feature a live mural performance from April 28 to May 10, with an artist’s talk slated for May 12.
Looking Forward and Giving Back
The Class of 2025’s Senior Gift Committee co-chairs have already sailed past their monetary goal as they look toward Commencement.
Drew Hess Named Interim Associate Provost for Academic Development and Operations at Washington and Lee
Drew Hess, the Ehrick Kilner Haight Sr. Term Professor of Business Administration at Washington and Lee University, has been appointed to a one-year term as interim associate provost for academic development and operations, beginning July 1.
Meet AJ Thomas ’26
Thomas enjoys the balance between athletics, academics and making lifelong connections with fellow students.
Bridging College and Career
As Andrew Barnett ’02 and his wife, Tori, contemplated how they could play a role in the lives of future Washington and Lee University students, they knew they wanted to make a gift that exemplified their values.
