W&L Presents Compagnie Hervé Koubi’s ‘Ce que le jour doit á la nuit’
The Jan. 16 performance is part of the Lenfest Center’s Outreach & Engagement Series.
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Josh Williamson Receives the VATA College/University Athletic Trainer of the Year Award
W&L’s director of athletic training services received the prestigious award at the VATA annual meeting on Jan. 4.
W&L Law Faculty Present, Honored at AALS
Suzette Malveaux will be honored for her work, and several other members of the W&L Law faculty will present at the annual academic conference hosted by the Association of American Law Schools.
Meet a Colleague: Jenny Davidson ’08
Jenny Davidson ’08 serves as associate director of the Shepherd Program.
The Science of Sleep
Associate professor Ryan Brindle’s sleep lab gives students unparalleled opportunities to conduct hands-on research at the undergraduate level.
Erica Lord is the Next Speaker in the Mudd Lecture Series
Lord, a multimedia artist at the Institute of American Indian Arts, will give a lecture on Jan. 14 at 5:30 p.m. in Wilson Concert Hall.
W&L Equestrian Coach Inducted into Virginia Horse Shows Association Hall of Fame
Gordon Reistrup was honored at the association’s annual meeting and convention last month.
Lisa Greer to Deliver Lecture in Honor of Her Appointment to the Harry E. and Mary Jayne W. Redenbaugh Term Professorship
Greer’s talk, “Coral Reefs Past, Present and Future and Our Human Footprint,” will be held Jan. 15 in Science Addition 214.
Will You Be Ready to Retire When the Time Comes?
Take advantage of the resources that are available to assist you in your retirement planning.
W&L Remembers: President Jimmy Carter
The former president, who died Dec. 29, interacted with the Washington and Lee University community on multiple occasions.
Students Share Entrepreneurial Ideas in Video Pitch Competition
Students polished their pitching skills at a video pitch competition on Dec. 6 in the Harte Center for Teaching and Learning.
Warren Stephens ’79 Selected for U.K. Ambassadorship
Stephens, CEO of financial services firm Stephens Inc., is an emeritus member of the Washington and Lee University Board of Trustees.
Museums at W&L: Winter 2025 Programs and Exhibitions
The Museums at W&L invite the public to explore its exhibitions and collections with select programming through May.
W&L’s Staniar Gallery Presents Erica Lord’s ‘The Codes We Carry: Beads as DNA Data’
The solo exhibition will open Jan. 9 with an artist’s talk slated for Jan. 14.
Meet a Colleague: Paul Moreaux
Paul Moreaux serves as a French world language teaching assistant.
Meet Allison Munck ’27
Munck has pursued her filmmaking passion through class projects, summer research and the Film Society Club.
Pete Abitante ’78 to Receive 2025 Award of Excellence from the Pro Football Hall of Fame
The former vice president of special projects at the NFL enjoyed a 46-year career in communications at the organization.
Chris Elford to Present Nobel Prize Symposium Talk
The assistant professor of Chinese will discuss the Nobel Prize in literature presented to Korean writer Han Kang on Jan. 14.
2024: The Year in Review
2024 was exceptional by any measure. Here are some of the notable achievements of our students, faculty and staff over the past 12 months, all of which were possible thanks to the generosity of our alumni, parents, and friends.
Scholarship by Alexi Pfeffer-Gillett Cited by U.S. District Court
Judge Mary S. McElroy of the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island cited both a brief and an article in the resolution of a mass-arbitration case.
Nneka Dennie to be Presented the MLA Prize for Bibliographical or Archival Scholarship
The assistant professor of history will receive her award on Jan. 10 at the association’s annual convention in New Orleans.
Washington and Lee Announces November Community Grants
Washington and Lee University’s Community Grants Committee made twelve grants totaling over $27,000 to non-profit organizations in Lexington and Rockbridge County.
Jacqueline Painter Earns Master’s Degree Through W&L’s Employee Continuing Education Program
The associate director of gift planning graduated from the American College of Financial Services on Dec. 9.
Generations of Generosity
The importance of philanthropy is a value that Billy Webster ’79 instilled in his children from a young age.
Twelve W&L Students Awarded Gilman Scholarships to Study Abroad
The Gilman Scholarship Program offers awards of up to $5,000 to U.S. undergraduate students who are Pell Grant recipients.
Alumni Spotlight: Adam Hawks ’23L
Adam Hawks is an associate at Patten, Wornom, Hatten & Diamonstein, L.C. in Newport News.
Connolly Center Creates Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program
The program exposes students to cutting-edge ideas by bringing business and entrepreneurial leaders to campus.
An Evergreen Gift
In 2018, Kathelen and Dan Amos established the John Kyle Spencer Endowed Directorship for Environmental Studies — the first of its kind for an interdisciplinary program at Washington and Lee University.
Winter 2024 Update on Campus Construction Projects
Williams School and Lindley Center construction remain on schedule for completion by Fall Term 2025.
Paul Youngman ’87 Serves as a Panelist for the Austrian Cultural Forum
The associate provost and professor of German participated in a moderated discussion at the Austrian Embassy in early December.
Celebrating 10 Years of QuestBridge
Since 2010, the university has enrolled 326 students through QuestBridge’s match program, helping high-achieving, low-income students access higher education.
Mike Dager Named USTFCCCA Regional Coach of the Year
The 11th-year mentor garnered the award for the second time in his W&L career.
Meet a Colleague: Ashley Hamilton
Ashley Hamilton serves as catering sales coordinator for the university.
Student Organization Spotlight: The Executive Committee
Washington and Lee’s Executive Committee remains committed to upholding the university's rich tradition of student self-governance.
Meet Sarah Zimmerman ’26
Zimmerman values the connections she’s made with her soccer and basketball teammates and coaches that she knows will last long after graduation.
Melissa Harris-Perry to Keynote W&L’s 2025 MLK Celebration
The scholar, writer and political commentator will headline the weeklong programming on campus.
Florence As It Was Chosen for National Competition
The interdisciplinary research project has been selected to participate in an open competition among medieval digital humanities projects for K-12 students.
Faculty Spotlight: Karen Woody
Professor Karen Woody, an expert in securities law, financial regulation, and white-collar crime, has used the podcast format to advance teaching and research.
Practice Profile: Jonathan Gould ’01L Is a Partner in the Financial Markets Group at Jones Day
With extensive experience in government and business, Jonathan Gould provides financial regulatory and strategic advice to financial services providers of all types.
Meet Siju Oshin ’26L: Legal Fellow with the International Refugee Assistance Project
This semester, Siju Oshin is working in an independent research position with a global legal aid and advocacy organization.
Mark Drumbl Delivers Keynote Address on Tokyo Tribunal Justice
The event examined the legacy of Justice Radha Binod Pal, who served on the Tokyo Tribunal from 1946-48.
W&L Ethics Bowl Team Qualifies for National Competition
The team secured its place with a third-place finish at the APPE Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl regional competition in Chicago.
Ady Dewey Co-Authors Paper in Journal of Virtual Exchange
The Reynolds Visiting Assistant Professor of Strategic Communications explores the role of laughter in cross-cultural virtual settings.
‘To Be Where Your Feet Are’
The Kendrick Award, established in memory of Bryant Kendrick ’67, encourages W&L students to experience the natural world.
In Memoriam: Joan Shaughnessy, Roger D. Groot Professor of Law
In a career that spanned nearly 40 years, Professor Shaughnessy inspired and mentored a generation of future lawyers and scholars.
Alumni Spotlight: Roy Abernathy ’20L
Roy Abernathy is an associate attorney for Crowell & Moring in the Advertising and Brand Protection and Litigation and Trial practice groups.
Professors Catherine Smith and Suzette Malveaux Submit Tenth Circuit Amicus Brief
The brief argues that Colorado has a compelling interest in protecting children from discriminatory harms and providing equal access to educational opportunities.
Meet a Colleague: Christine Carr
Christine Carr serves as the studio art laboratory technician.
Taylor Mendoza Named IMLCA Outstanding Assistant Coach for Division III
The fourth-year assistant coach helped lead W&L men's lacrosse to the semifinals of the 2024 NCAA Tournament.
Human Resources to Debut Enrichment Experiences
The programming is designed to connect employees with one another and the Lexington community while providing opportunities for fun, learning, growth and professional development.
Meet Nava Berwick ’27
Berwick embraces other cultures through her Japanese major and performing classical Indonesian dances.
Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 12/3/24
The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.
Professor Suzette Malveaux Receives Clyde Ferguson, Jr. Award from AALS
The award recognizes an outstanding legal educator who, during their career, has achieved excellence in the areas of public service, teaching, and scholarship.
Faculty Spotlight: Russell Miller
Professor Russell Miller's latest book offers students, comparative law scholars, and practitioners an introduction to and survey of the German legal system.
Alumni Spotlight: Kate Thompson ’21L
Kate Thompson is a clerk for the Honorable Ronald L. Buch of the United States Tax Court.
Bryan Snyder ’95 Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Volleyball Coach of the Year Award
The Generals’ mentor has claimed the award 12 times in 25 seasons.
Student Organization Spotlight: Native American Student Organization
W&L’s Native American Student Organization (NASO) connects the campus to educational programming, events and resources celebrating Indigenous history, culture and community.
W&L Foreign Language Teaching Assistants Attend FLAVA Fall Conference
The teaching assistants were provided the opportunity to learn about the American education system and connect with other language educators.
DeLaney Center to Host Second Annual Race and Southern-ness Symposium
The Dec. 5 event will feature panelists from the higher education, business and health care industries discussing the theme “Black Female Leadership in the 21st-century South.”
Meet a Colleague: Vicki Pickle
Vicki Pickle serves as financial aid coordinator.
Lumumba Shabazz Selected as Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer Coach of the Year
The first-year head coach has led the Generals to a 14-3-5 overall record and an ODAC championship.
Tiffany Pins Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Soccer Coach of the Year Award
The third-year coach has led the Generals to a 20-1-1 overall record and an ODAC title.
Mariam Drammeh ’25 Earns David G. Elmes Pathfinder Prize in Psychology
The Elmes Pathfinder Prize recognizes a student who has shown extraordinary promise in psychological science through outstanding scholarship in basic or applied psychology.
Meet Emma Marvelli ’27
Marvelli enjoys building a community on campus as an RA and through her academic work.
Scholarship by Sarah C. Haan Cited in Fifth Circuit Opinion
The Court cited Haan’s article “Voting Rights in Corporate Governance: History and Political Economy.”
Bridging the Divide
W&L Law Professor Kish Parella Launches Inaugural National Security and International Business Roundtable in Washington D.C.
Minor Focus: Law, Justice and Society
W&L's Law, Justice and Society minor examines legal concepts from an interdisciplinary lens.
Enjoy an Eventful 2024 Holiday Season
W&L celebrates the 2024 holiday season with a wide variety of campus and local events.
