Jen Hickey: Driven to Succeed in Dining Services
Meet our new dining services director, Jen Hickey, who loves the Philadelphia Eagles, going for long drives with her husband, and her job at W&L.
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W&L Law’s Rice Internationally Recognized for Global Anti-Corruption Work
Washington and Lee law professor Thomas H. Speedy Rice was one of six individuals and organizations honored at the International Anti-Corruption Excellence Awards in Geneva.
W&L Magazine, Fall 2017: Vol. 94 | No. 3
Remembering Vietnam, celebrating a new W&L president and the completion of the Colonnade restoration.
Researching Beyond the Library
The best place to research your thesis? Some would say the library, but for Jacqueline Moruzzi '18 that place is the Cambridge University's Medieval Studies Summer Program.
What We Lost: Remembering Vietnam 50 Years Later
W&L alumni look back at the Vietnam War and how it changed them.
Climate Change and Sharks
As a research assistant at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, Rachel Steffen ’18 gathered data on the environmental thresholds of juvenile sandbar sharks.
Healthcare and Community in Ecuador
Jackson Roberts '19 had the opportunity to intern in Quito, Ecuador, exploring local customs, becoming part of the community, and learning the ins and outs of healthcare.
W&L’s Fairfield on How the Internet of Things is Changing Ownership
Law professor Josh Fairfield discusses digital ownership on Quartz.com.
W&L’s Johnson and Millon Honored for Mentorship by AALS
Law professors Lyman Johnson and David Millon have been honored by the AALS Section on Business Associations Outstanding Mentor Award for their work with younger scholars in the field of corporate law.
W&L Chanoyu Tea Society to Host Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tea
W&L's Chanoyu Tea Society will host their second annual Martin Luther King, Jr. tea ceremony on Jan. 15
W&L Recognized for National Excellence in Teacher Preparation
The Rockbridge Teacher Education Consortium has received accreditation for its teacher preparation program.
W&L’s Gene McCabe Named President of the USILA
McCabe will serve a two-year term.
Your Link to W&L: Alumni Chapters!
Have you heard the buzz about all the exciting alumni chapter events this year? Participating in one of our 77 W&L alumni chapters is a great way to stay connected with the University, meet up with old and new friends, and have a great time while doing it!
Persistent in Pursuit of Answers
Kathryn E. Young '19 got a Reynolds Business Scholarship that allowed her to intern at her hometown newspaper, the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
‘My Time in Thailand’
Shadowing surgeons in Thailand made neuroscience major Emily Ellis '18 even more excited about her chosen career path.
Real Estate Society: Q&A with Lindsey Michaels ’18
Q&A with Lindsey Michaels 18’, Co-Executive Director, Real Estate Society
Roland Hartung ’18L Argues Case Before U.S. Tax Court
Tax Clinic cases rarely go to trial, but this semester, for only second time in the Clinic's history, a student argued a case before the U.S. Tax Court.
Made to Order
Ledbury co-owner Paul Trible ’03 designed a hunting shirt that's made to last.
Social Responsibility
Kate Donnelly ’11 is using her education and Shepherd experiences to improve her local community.
Kiki Spiezio ’18 Awarded Clinton Scholarship
The William Jefferson Clinton Scholarship will allow Spiezio to attend the American University in Dubai during Winter Term 2018.
W&L Announces November 2017 Community Grants
Community Grants Committee has made 19 grants totaling $30,760 to non-profit organizations in Lexington and Rockbridge County.
Big Stories in the Small City
As a general assignment intern at The Roanoke Times, Rachel Hicks '19 learned how to be firm with difficult sources.
Rare by Association
Two tiny, leather-bound volumes in Special Collections feature signatures and bookplates that make them extraordinarily rare.
2017 Five-Star Festival Celebrates Class Achievements
Washington and Lee University celebrated the classes of 1962 and 1957 during the Five-Star Festival November 2 – 4, 2017. In honor of its 55th reunion, the Class of 1962 met recipients of The Class of 1962 Faculty Fellows Fund, an endowment that the class established in 1987 during its 25th reunion.
Classes Gearing Up for Alumni Weekend 2018
As we near the end of 2017, Washington and Lee reunion classes are preparing not only for a festive and memorable Alumni Weekend, but also for making a significant impact on current students.
She Talks to Animals
For Christine Starer-Smith ’99, a love of animals led to a veterinary career and volunteer service at a remote Dakota reservation.
Small Company, Big Internship
Marta Regn ’19 used her internship to throughly explore all aspects of a sustainable, ethical jewelry startup.
Don’t Mess With Little Texas
Lee Sommerfeldt '18 found a home away from home in a honky-tonk in the heart of Tokyo.
W&L Repertory Dance Company to Perform “W&L Dancers Create…”
The performance will be comprised of work choreographed, designed and performed by students.
The Art of Movement
A three-month internship with New York-based artist Taryn Simon presented Sara Dotterer '18 with myriad possibilities for her future career.
W&L Expands Financial Aid for Spring Term Abroad Programs
Beginning with the 2018 Spring Term, Washington and Lee will provide institutional grants to meet the full cost of Spring Term domestic and international travel programs for students with financial need.
Hitting All the Right Notes
An internship at Warner Music Group in Nashville allowed Mary-Michael Teel '18 to marry her two loves: music and communications.
Jeremy Franklin ’04: Always Hungry for New Music
Jeremy Franklin has spent his life after college invested in his passion for music as the general manager of WLUR, W&L’s campus radio station.
Better Business in Boston
Katrina Lewis' business reporting internship took her to the Boston Business Journal, where she covered real estate news and development.
W&L’s Fairfield Discusses Comcast Move into Blockchain
Law professor Josh Fairfield discussed the implications of a new blockchain app on nasdaq.com.
Women in Charge
Laura Stagno '18 saw the faces of America's future leaders, including her own, through an internship on Capitol Hill.
W&L Hosts Family-Friendly Holiday Celebration on Dec. 5
The event is open to the W&L community.
W&L Hosts Red Cross Blood Drive Nov. 30
In addition to signing up to donate blood, there are multiple ways to get involved the day of the drive.
From Lab to Rescue Squad
Ethiopia Getachew '19 always had an interest in science, but working in the biochemistry lab and volunteering with local EMTs helped her future plans take shape.
Funding Hope in Memphis
Vicky Kazmierczak '18 spent the summer in Memphis, learning the ins and outs of non-profit work — and how to hope.
Outperforming Expectations
Ansel Sanders ’04 seeks innovation in solving public schools’ challenges.
Falling for Filmmaking
Working for the documentary filmmaking company Ark Media allowed Claire Hoffert '18 to exercise her research muscles and learn new skills.
A Study of Song
A grant from the Endeavor Foundation allowed Xiaoxia Yin '20 and Sesha Carrier '20 to study traditional folk singing in China.
W&L Fall Athletic Teams Finish Strong
Multiple teams won ODAC championship titles and saw NCAA Tournament action, while honors stacked up for individual Generals.
W&L’s Alison Bell Featured in The Daily Progress
The story featured Bell and her work studying cemeteries in the Shenandoah Valley.
Harrison Pemberton, W&L Professor of Philosophy Emeritus, Dies at 92
Pemberton taught at W&L for 42 years, from 1962 until 2004.
Michelson Wins NEA Fellowship for Poetry Translation
The award will help to fund a trilingual translation of poetry by Mapuche-Argentine poet Liliana Ancalao.
Why W&L Law?: Investing in your Future with Emily Kendall, 1L
Emily Kendall was headed to law school in California. Then she visited W&L Law.
Why W&L Law?: The Benefits of a Small School with Rashanna Butler, 1L
Alumni connections are a big reason why Rashanna Butler decided to attend W&L Law.
Why W&L Law?: Living in Lexington with Austin Scieszinski, 1L
Austin Scieszinski likes how the town of Lexington compliments the personal kind of legal education his is getting.
Why W&L Law?: The Great Outdoors with Tommy Bishop, 3L
For 3L Tommy Bishop, the outdoor activities are one of the best things about going to law school at W&L.
Why W&L Law?: An Intimate Learning Environment with Madison Peace, 1L
Coming from New York, Madison Peace wasn't sure if a small law school was for her, but at W&L Law, the great access to professors has made the difference.
Why W&L Law?: Visiting Campus with Andrew Salinas, 1L
The campus visit was big part of the law school decision for Andrew Salinas.
Why W&L Law?: The W&L Community with Sarah Van Horn,1L
Sarah Van Horn was impressed by W&L Law's focus on outcomes, but there were other benefits she saw in joining the community.
Why W&L Law?: Honor and Ethics with Joe Barton, 1L
Joe Barton explains why the Honor System at W&L Law was important in his decision to attend.
Why W&L Law?: Choosing a Law School with Dami Lawal, 1L
1L Dami Lawal shares his thoughts about how to choose a law school and why W&L Law was right for him.
Why W&L Law?: A Typical Day at W&L with Megan Williams, 1L
1L Megan Williams Explains What Factors Led Her to Choose W&L Law
Putting Lessons to the Test
Caroline Blackmon interned this summer with The Dunwoody Crier in Georgia.
Washington and Lee Celebrates the Season with Annual Holiday Pops Concert
The program will open with Dr. Shane Lynch’s setting of “Gloria.”
‘Grateful Every Step of the Way’
Over 1,200 miles of biking and hiking trails led Ralston Hartness '18 from Spain to Ireland, discovering the meaning of pilgrimage along the way.
Language and Life Lessons in Chile
Alex Meilech '18 spent the summer in Santiago, Chile, learning the language, exploring the culture, and caring for the people of the country.
W&L Law Students Describe Journey from Military to Law School
An article from Law.com features comments from Washington and Lee University law students Lauren Morina '20L and Michael Stinnett-Kassoff '19L about the path from military service to law school.
Quick Hits: Just Roll With It
In Bubble Soccer, everyone's full of hot air.
Getting Ahead in the Garment District
Julia Kaczmar '19 spent a summer in New York City, learning the logistics of the latest fashions.
Antique Plate Linked to Special Date
On the 500th anniversary of the start of the Protestant Reformation, we take a closer look at a special item in the Reeves Collection — a plate that bears the image of Martin Luther.
‘Dream Team’ Recreates 15th-Century Florence
Professor George Bent and his team of students are working on a digital recreation of Florence that Bent describes as the “project of his career.”
W&L Law’s Stroud Makes Forbes 30 Under 30 in Law and Policy
Hernandez Stroud, a visiting assistant professor at Washington and Lee University School of Law and a 2015 law graduate, has landed on Forbes' 2018 list of the top 30 Under 30 in Law & Policy.
The World of Business Journalism
Abigail Summerville '19, a business journalism major, interned on the CNBC.com breaking news desk.
Annual Christmas Candlelight Service – A Lexington Tradition
W&L's annual Christmas Candlelight Service featuring the University Singers will be held Dec. 7, at 8 p.m. in Lee Chapel.
