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.
Business Administration
Jeff Schatten to Offer Public Lecture on Artificial Intelligence Tools and Their Applications
The talk, “Everything That Can Be Automated Will Be Automated: AI Tools Transforming Today’s World,” will be held on Nov. 12 in Northen Auditorium.
Business Administration Professor Presents to Shenandoah Valley Business Leaders
Jeff Schatten discussed his research on artificial intelligence and how it can be used to improve efficiency at work at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley’s annual Business Forum Luncheon.
Bright Frimpong Co-Authors Paper in the Information Systems Journal
The business administration professor and his advisors explore the role of crowdfunding in developing Indigenous communities.
Impacting Lives Through Words
Veronika Kolosova ’25 has explored the liberal arts experience at W&L through campus involvement and an interdisciplinary approach to her studies.
In Case You Missed It
Pooja Thakur-Wernz Authors Paper in the Journal of International Business Policy
The article assesses how international business is affected when violence is directed at civilians and violence levels are constantly changing.
W&L Business Administration Professor Awarded Mednick Memorial Fellowship
Lingshu Hu will receive $2,000 from the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges to support his research on political popularity on X/Twitter.
Members of the Summer Research Scholars Program Featured in Online Publication
Assistant professor Michelle Cowan and students Victoria Bliley ‘26 and Zachary Puckett ’26 had their summer research cited in the July edition of spectra.
W&L Outcomes: Kathryn Cover ’24
Cover is working as a public relations apprentice at Prosek Partners in New York City.
W&L Outcomes: Jackson Hotchkiss ’24
Hotchkiss is spending the next year competing in professional cycling events.
CBL Faculty Collaborative Generates New Community Connections
The 2023-2024 academic year at W&L saw the proliferation of several new course offerings for students through a new faculty development initiative offered by the Office of Community-Based Learning (CBL).
Bright Frimpong Co-Authors Journal Article on Crowdfunding
The first-year business administration professor authored the paper with the members of his doctoral dissertation committee.
Two Williams School Faculty Members Co-Author Journal Article
Bright Frimpong and Keri Larson teamed with two others to produce a paper on crowdfunding that was featured in the Journal of Business Venturing Insights.
W&L’s Leslie Frederick to Present at the 2024 AACSB Assessment and AoL Conference in New York City
Frederick will serve as co-presenter for a session that demonstrates the beneficial uses of technology in the curriculum mapping process.
Meet Nathan Unger ’24
Unger embraces the full W&L experience, including incredible academic opportunities and being a DIII athlete.
W&L Students Claim First Place at University of Georgia Stock Pitch Competition
A four-person team comprised of John Schleider ‘24, Diwesh Kumar ‘24, Bradford Bush ’25 and Drew Thompson ‘25 claimed the $3,000 top prize for their pitch on CVS Health.
Meet Leif Smith ’24
Smith’s W&L experience includes finding a family in his lacrosse teammates and helping other students discover their career paths as a career fellow.
Williams School Executive-in-Residence Howard Rubel ’78 to Speak on the Essential Nature of Equity Research
Rubel’s lecture will be held in Northen Auditorium on Feb. 22 at 5:30 p.m.
Professor Justin Davis Published in the Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting
The second-year faculty member co-authored a paper analyzing the effect of CEO age on financial reporting quality and clawback provisions.
W&L Student Receives Venture for America Fellowship
Josh Rassin ’24 will begin his two-year placement with a startup company following graduation.
W&L’s Justin Davis Published in the Journal of Economics, Finance and Administrative Science
The second-year faculty member co-authored a paper analyzing the relation between institutional ownership and earnings management.
For Ross Draber ’10, people come first
The United Bank senior executive engages with the W&L community through student recruitment and event participation.
W&L Outcomes: Andrew Tartakovsky ’23
Andrew Tartakovsky ’23 received a Fulbright grant to teach English in Azerbaijan.
W&L Professors Selected by the Associated Colleges of the South (ACS) for their Summer Grants for Teaching Pedagogies
Denny Garvis and Zoila Ponce de León presented a two-day online workshop on applying adaptive and interactive learning practices in undergraduate statistics courses.
W&L Business Administration Professor’s Paper Selected as a Finalist for Best Paper Award
Pooja Thakur-Wernz presented her paper at the Academy of International Business Conference in Warsaw, Poland on July 9.
Catching up with Mike Weaver ’20
Weaver’s advice for current students: Take advantage of every opportunity and embrace respectful debate.
W&L Professor Co-Authors Journal Article on Crowdfunding Performance in Countries With Geopolitical Risk
Justin Davis studied numerous Kickstarter campaigns and published the findings alongside three colleagues.
Catching up with Kathryn Young ’19
Young learned the critical skills to excel at her job from the veteran journalists in Reid Hall.
Playing It Forward
Washington and Lee seniors David Onyejekwe ’23, Jake McCabe ’23 and Bailey Keel ’23 have created lasting connections with the local community as volunteer coaches for Lex Lax youth lacrosse.
Catching up with Wes Haydon ’09
Haydon credits the W&L community for inspiring him and guiding him toward success.
W&L Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Jeff Schatten
"W&L After Class" invites listeners to join a conversation with W&L’s expert faculty on their teaching, research interests and passion projects.
Catching up with Greg Barrow ’87
Barrow’s experience at W&L gave him the confidence to work through any challenge or opportunity.
Growing a Greener Future
For W&L alumni Kevin Green ’07 and Amanda Green ’06, nature and nurture go hand-in-hand.
The Art of: Climate Activism
Nate Abercrombie ’20, conservative outreach coordinator at Citizens Climate Lobby, works toward finding common ground.
W&L’s Andrew Tartakovsky ’23 Earns Fulbright to Azerbaijan
Tartakovsky has been awarded a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to teach English in Azerbaijan, his parents’ homeland.
Meet Freddie Tobeason ‘23
Tobeason appreciates the balance she’s found at W&L as a student-athlete.
Mock Convention’s Spring Kickoff Features Former Vice President
Mock Convention made its Spring Kickoff event an informative preview of upcoming convention conversations.
Meet Tucker Kavanagh ’16
Kavanagh encourages current students to "never be afraid to reach out to the W&L network."
W&L’s Schatten Featured on The Big Story Podcast
The professor of business administration shared his thoughts on ChatGPT and what AI means for higher education.
Meet Emily Moran ’23
Moran is inspired by W&L’s values and commitment to liberal arts education.
W&L Williams School Welcomes Five Additions to its Board of Advisors
New members will serve a six-year term supporting Dean Rob Straughan and the school’s faculty members.
Williams School Faculty Members Present at Social Entrepreneurship Summit in Cuba
Professors Emily Landry and Jim Casey both spoke at the workshop held in Havana.
Community-Based Learning’s Fall Term Collaborations
Community-Based Learning’s collaborations this fall offered students an opportunity to deepen community connections.
Helping a Local Business Bloom
This fall, Washington and Lee Student Consulting tackled a new project for a local business with a sustainability focus.
Moving Fast with Meta
Collin Frazey ’23 spent his summer working for Meta's intellectual property team in the heart of Silicon Valley.
W&L Outcomes: Emma Cleveland ’22
Cleveland is working as a trip leader for an active travel company in Alaska this summer, and she plans to work in Europe this fall.
Classically Liberal Arts
Kayla Monaghan ’24 is collaborating on a Summer Research Scholars (SRS) project to enhance resources available through Leyburn Library.
W&L Outcomes: Rett Daugbjerg ’22
After a successful summer internship in 2021, W&L's Rett Daugbjerg '22 is now working for JLL's Capital Markets group in Atlanta, Georgia.
W&L Outcomes: Kristen Xu ’22
Kristen Xu ’22 worked diligently during her time at W&L to accomplish her dream of working with a beauty company after graduation. Currently, she is a global marketing coordinator at NARS Cosmetics in New York.
Making Meaningful Impact
Eric Bazile '25 is interning with the Austin Greater Chamber of Commerce through the Shepherd Higher Education Consortium on Poverty (SHECP).
W&L Outcomes: Madelyn Sheridan ’22
Sheridan, a business administration and studio art major, will be joining the wealth management team at UBS in New York City.
The Williams School Congratulates Class of 2022 Award Winners
The Williams School congratulates the Class of 2022 graduates who received awards and honors for academic excellence during their time at W&L.
W&L’s Erin Addison ’22 Awarded Fulbright to Uruguay
Addison has received a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Uruguay, where she will teach English to primary or secondary school students and serve as a cultural ambassador for the United States.
Mallory Keeley ’22 Awarded Fulbright to Germany
Keeley will live in a German community for one academic year to teach English to students in a local school.
Made in the U.S.A.
Capt. Connor Smithson ’13 channels his creative energies into his small woodworking shop specializing in custom flags, plaques and furniture pieces.
In Memoriam: Lawrence Michael Lamont
The professor of business administration emeritus taught at W&L from 1974 - 1999.
Registration Is Now Open for W&L’s 10th Annual Entrepreneurship Summit
The spring event is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, April 29-30 on campus.
The Last 10 Minutes of Your Life
Through her coaching business, Shana Horrigan ’91 works with clients of all ages, in the U.S. and across the globe, who feel they are at a turning point in their lives.
In the Zone
In addition to pursuing a double major at Washington and Lee, Jackson Hotchkiss ’24 is a competitive cycler who just placed fourth in his age group in a national cycling championship.
W&L’s Thakur-Wernz Publishes Article in Journal of Business Research
The article examines the impact of a stronger intellectual property rights (IPR) regime through the adoption of Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) on innovation by Indian firms in the bio-pharmaceutical industry.
Meet the Professor: Lingshu Hu
Assistant Professor Lingshu Hu joined the Business Administration Department in September 2021.
Meet the Professor: Andi Coulter
Andi Coulter joined the Business Administration department as a visiting assistant professor in fall 2021.
W&L’s Gilbert Publishes Study on Attractiveness, Power, and Nonverbal Presence in Hirability
The study showed that highly attractive job-seekers tend to feel more powerful than other candidates, but one simple exercise can level the playing field.
Office Hours with Jeff Schatten
The assistant professor of business administration combines philosophy and finance to examine organizational behavior in all kinds of business settings.
Smarter, Faster
In a shifting media landscape, Ted Williams ’07 and Mike Allen ’86 are focused on reigniting local journalism through a new business venture.
W&L’s Gavron Campbell ’22 Awarded Gilman Scholarship
Campbell has won a Gilman Scholarship to do an internship in Barcelona, Spain.
Williams School Congratulates Class of 2021 Award Winners
The faculty and staff of the Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics congratulate our 2021 graduates who have received awards and honors for academic excellence during their time at W&L.
A Credit to W&L
Young alumnus Alden Schade shares why he gives back to W&L.
Student Business Links Farmers and Buyers
W&L seniors Will Gentry and Gray Carlton started Lexington Harvest Haul to deliver local food to consumers. They’re now looking to sell the successful business before they leave Lexington after graduation.
W&L’s Lamb ’21 Awarded Place in Teaching Assistant Program in France
The program offers participants the opportunity to work in France for seven months, teaching English to French students of all ages.
W&L’s Youngman Awarded the Consortium for Undergraduate Law and Justice Programs Teaching Innovation Award
In 2020, Julie Youngman introduced significant programmatic and curricular development in W&L’s new interdisciplinary program on Law, Justice and Society.
W&L’s Julia Poppenberg ’19 Awarded Fulbright Grant to Argentina
Poppenberg has received a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Argentina starting in March 2022.
W&L’s Pooja Thakur-Wernz Publishes Journal Article
Professor Thakur-Wernz published a paper in the International Journal of Emerging Markets.
Meet Professor Jill Sundie
Sundie teaches marketing courses at W&L, including Marketing Management.
Washington and Lee Hosts 9th Annual Entrepreneurship Summit in Virtual Format
The Entrepreneurship Summit will take place online on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 2–3.
Meet Professor Pooja Thakur-Wernz
Professor Thakur-Wernz joined W&L in July 2020 as an assistant professor of strategy and international business. She has taught courses in strategic management, international business, and international management.
Remembering Adam L. Schwartz of Lexington
Adam L. Schwartz, a long-time resident of Lexington, VA, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2020.
Parsing a Pandemic
Fifteen W&L faculty members and two alumnae have signed on to help teach a Fall Term course that will cover multiple aspects of the COVID-19 crisis.
Spring Term Goes Virtual
Spring Term courses aim to provide innovative, one-of-a-kind educational experiences to W&L students. Online instruction during COVID-19 led to many new opportunities.
‘Singapore in a Blink’
Internship and Study Semester in Asia-Pacific student Sam Smiley '21 reminisces about his stay in Singapore, which was cut short because of COVID-19.
W&L’s Fox Offers Grocery Credit Card Program Tips on WalletHub
Gavin Fox answers questions about the value of grocery credit card programs.
‘A Gilligan’s Adventure’
Temi Adeyanju '21 describes her many adventures in Australia during her Internship and Study Semester in Asia-Pacific.
‘Upside Down in the Down Under’
Annie Echols '21 explores some surprising similarities between Sydney and Lexington while in Australia for the Internship and Study Semester in Asia Pacific program.
‘Studying on the Other Side of the World’
Foster Friedman '21 discusses the highlights of his experience with the Internship and Study Semester in Asia Pacific Program.
Mock Con’s ‘Chief Memory Maker’
As director of operations for Mock Con 2020, Kylie Piotte '21 puts her event-planning skills to the test and finds her fit at W&L.
‘Join the Team, Whatever It Takes’
Whether he's on the football field or in the Mock Con war room, Kyle Perel '20 never forgets about the importance of teamwork and adaptable leadership.
Building on a Legacy
As general chair for Mock Con 2020, Jimmy Fleck '20 uses his political knowledge and business skills to lead a team of stand-out students toward a historic moment.
W&L’s Schatten Pens Op-Ed About Prison and Leadership for Inside Higher Ed
The title of Schatten’s article is “Prison: Where Undergrads and Inmates Take Classes Together.”
W&L to Host 2019 DataCon Event
Attendees will discover the technology, insights and trends shaping the future of data and analytics.
W&L’s Lind Talks Business Programs and the Liberal Arts with Forbes
In the article, Lind discusses the unique education students receive at W&L.
W&L’s Bassiouny Explains Foreign Transaction Fees on WalletHub
In the article, Bassiouny answered common questions about foreign transactions and credit card fees.
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.
‘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’s Schatten Interviews President Dudley in Latest Podcast
n the podcast, Schatten and Dudley discuss organizational culture and values.
‘Discernment for Future Adventures’
Wenle Mu '20 describes a typical week of living in Australia as a student in the Sydney Internship and Study Abroad Program.
‘Immersing Myself into a Vibrant City’
Zander Kieu highlights his first three months in Sydney as part of the Sydney Study Abroad and Internship Program.
W&L to Offer New Minor in Entrepreneurship
The new minor combines a liberal arts education with rigorous business training.
Snapshots from Spring Term
Our favorite term is well underway! Here is a glimpse inside some of the many fascinating courses being taught off-campus this year.
Entomeal Awarded First Prize in W&L’s Business Plan Competition
Six student teams, selected from 11 semi-finalist teams, participated in the annual W&L Business Plan Competition finals on Saturday, April 6. The teams took home a total of $7,000 in cash prizes.
Ekaterina Tsvetkova ’20 Awarded German American Exchange Internship
Tsvetkova will be working at Robert Bosch GmbH a large multinational engineering and electronics company.
Julia Kaczmar ’19 Awarded CBYX Fellowship
CBYX is a yearlong fellowship, funded by the German Bundestag and U.S. Congress through the U.S. Department of State.
W&L’s Andrew Agrippina ’19 Awarded Fulbright
Agrippina has been awarded a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Spain.
The Mighty Mollusk
Chad Ballard III ’06 cultivates a sustainable crop that also nurtures the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.
W&L Professor Launches New Podcast, ‘Demystifying Organizations’
Jeff Schatten, assistant professor of business administration at Washington and Lee University, said he launched the podcast in part because of student input.
‘Down Under’ the Australian Sun
Claire Mackin '20 shares her experiences in Sydney as part of the Sydney Internship and Study Abroad Program.
‘Other Perspectives on Business’
As part of the Sydney Internship and Study Abroad Program, Mariam Samuel '20 is taking courses at the University of Sydney and interning at Wheatley Wealth Management.
Exploring Corporate Responsibility
A market research project generated by W&L students is helping a Danish company to align its initiatives with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
Where’s the Beef?
Stephanie Lind ’92 is on a mission to change the way people think about and eat meat.
Bringing Everyone to the Table
Ben Capouya '20 interviews Victoria Kumpuris Brown '98 about her career in food policy and health at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
On Numbers and Notes
Whether he's working with the Williams Investment Society or playing jazz guitar, Joe Wen '19 makes the most of his W&L experience.
W&L to Host Second DataCon Event
The event will focus on how data is shaping sports, entertainment, and healthcare.
W&L Welcomes New Trustee Bill Payne ’88
Payne joined the W&L Board of Trustees on October 5.
Scaling the Entrepreneurship Summit
Jesse Evans '20 spent his summer ensuring that this year's summit, which took place Sept. 21-22, would be a success.
Habitat Hotel Takes on Lexington’s Housing and Hotel Shortage
A philanthropic twist on AirBnB, W&L's Habitat Hotel raises thousands for much-needed affordable housing in Rockbridge.
Into the Storm
Caroline Schmidt '13 volunteered for the Red Cross during 2017's horrific hurricane season.
Gear Up
Gonz Ferrero ’04 and Lenny Enkhbold ’17 blend their shared concern for the environment with a dash of business savvy to promote eco-friendly outdoor wear.
Office Hours: Professor Sandra L. Reiter
The Darrold and Kay Cannan Associate Term Professor of Business Administration studies what she calls “the intersection of business and the natural environment.” She arrived at that spot after studying engineering, management, business — and philosophy.
Novak, Berrached Win Global Impact Award
W&L students Graham Novak '19 and Mourad Berrached '20 won a $15,000 prize at the 2018 Schulze Entrepreneurship Challenge.
‘Many Different Perspectives’
Students in the Cape Town Summer Internship Program gain professional experience and a better understanding of South Africa’s culture.
Sustainability in Stockholm
During a four-week internship with Enact Sustainable Strategies in Stockholm, Julia Carullo '20 has been inspired by Sweden's dedication to sustainability in business practices.
A Well-Rounded Adventure
Danielle Spickard '19 is taking full advantage of what the Sydney Internship and Study Abroad Program has to offer.
W&L to Host 7th Annual Entrepreneurship Summit
The summit will take place Friday and Saturday, September 21-22, 2018. Alumni registration is now open.
Washington and Lee Names New Associate Dean of the Williams School
Elizabeth Oliver will assume the role of associate dean beginning July 1.
A One-Man Special Projects Department
While studying in Sydney, Bradley Callaham '19 interns at LINK, the world’s largest international business brokerage firm.
John DeVogt, Professor of Management Emeritus at W&L, Dies at 87
DeVogt taught at W&L from 1962 to 2000.
Straughan Addresses Alumni Opening Assembly, ODK Holds Spring Initiation
ODK inducted four honorary and seven student initiates
Gaining Work and Life Experience in Sydney
Soon Ho spends his days in Australia studying at the University of Sydney and interning at Greencross Limited, Australia's largest pet care company.
Two Student Teams Tie for First Place in Business Plan Competition
Students enrolled in Dr. Shay’s BUS 399 Entrepreneurship capstone course took home a total of $11,000 in cash prizes.
A Leader Forged by Fire
As a first-year student at W&L, Jane Chiavelli '18 had no idea that she would face a huge challenge — and come out of it with strong leadership skills.
Sydney Internship and Study Abroad: Teresa Aires Rodrigues ’19
Teresa Aires Rodrigues is spending her winter term in Sydney, Australia.
Reiter to Give Talk in Honor of Cannan Term Professorship
Her talk is titled "Does it Make Sense to Blame Corporations?"
Notes from Lenfest
Hermione Wang '18 has spent so much time in Lenfest that people jokingly ask her if she lives there. Her job? Making sure that the show always goes on.
O’Hare Headlines 7th Annual AdLib
The VP of global brand communications for adidas delivered the keynote address at a daylong advertising and marketing conference full of networking opportunities for students.
Sydney Internship and Study Abroad Program: Laura Gottschalk ’19
Laura Gottschalk moved from Lexington to Arlington to intern at EY during the Winter Term.
Former Federal Reserve Bank President to give H. Parker Willis Lecture
Dr. Jeffrey Lacker, former CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, will give the H. Parker Willis Lecture in Political Economy.
In the Belly of the Beast
Skyler T. Zunk ’19 was an intern at the White House's Office of Political Affairs.
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.
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.
Don’t Mess With Little Texas
Lee Sommerfeldt '18 found a home away from home in a honky-tonk in the heart of Tokyo.
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.
Getting Ahead in the Garment District
Julia Kaczmar '19 spent a summer in New York City, learning the logistics of the latest fashions.
Art in the City
Mandy Witherspoon ’18 combined her love of art with her expertise in business at the Baltimore Museum of Art.
Immersed in Language and Culture
Caroline Rivers test drove her Spanish—and her courage in unfamiliar environments—during a summer teaching gig in Argentina.
Washington and Lee Hosts Inaugural DataCon Event
DataCon, a new event for students, will highlight the impacts of data analytics, big data and statistical computing.
Tracking Corporate Social Responsibility
Soon Ho Kwon '17 and Claire Meyers '18 spent the summer looking at how Corporate Social Responsibility plays a role in the bottom line.
W&L’s Schatten Talks House Flipping in Recent WalletHub Article
Jeff Schatten explains the best places to flip houses in 2017.
Speaking with Confidence
Julia Poppenberg '19 spent the summer as a translator in Guatemala, helping doctors and patients alike and learning to "talk strong."
Consulting a Career: Stephen Mitchell ’17
Stephen Mitchell '17 credits students, alumni, and W&L academics for helping him to find the right career path.
From Global Scholar to Global Citizen: Steven Yeung ’17
Steven Yeung '17 has been in classrooms from Lexington to Ghana to Shanghai and back — and now plans to run a classroom in Japan.
Heart and Soil
Dashiell Dericks ’18 and Jesse Evans ’20 are selling saplings grown from Colonnade oak trees in a new business that marries Dericks' love of silviculture and his fondness for W&L.
Solar-Enabled Products Win W&L’s 7th Annual Business Plan Competition
Three student teams took home a total of $7,000 in W&L's annual Business Plan Competition.
From Volunteering to Mountaineering
Whether they were doing service work in Birmingham, touring firms in NYC, or climbing an ice-encrusted mountain in New Hampshire, Washington and Lee students made the most of Washington Break.
Thriving at Home and Abroad: Karishma Patel ’18
Karishma Patel '18 loves finding the intersections of technology and business - while studying abroad in Madrid.
It’s A Capital Deal
Logan Bartlett '10 makes the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for venture capitalism.
Meet the Johnsons: Harry Lustig ’17
Meet Harry Lustig ‘17, a scholar-explorer who’s hiked everywhere from the Blue Ridge to Alaska.
W&L’s Reiter to Give Markets & Morals Talk on Corporate Responsibility
Sandra Reiter, associate professor of business administration at Washington and Lee University, will give a talk on Feb. 15 as part of W&L’s Roger Mudd Center for Ethics Markets and Morals series.
A Passion for Fashion: Carley Sambrook ’17
Meet Carley Sambrook, a senior who has the know-how to explore her dream thanks to the Fashion Career Trip to New York.
Alumnus and Pandora Executive to Speak on the Future of Music
“Streaming Wars and the Future of Music” will be the topic of John Donaldson’s address when he speaks at W&L Nov. 15.
W&L’s Lind Talks About Charlie Brown and the Great Pumpkin
Stephen Lind talks about Charlie Brown and The Great Pumpkin on The Academic Minute.
A Day in the Life: Prakhar Naithani ’17
Johnson Opportunity Grant Winner Prakhar Naithani '17 conducts research at North Carolina State University's Forestry Biomaterials Department.
Student Leaders: Edward Stroud ’17 and Carley Sambrook ’17
Co-directors of W&L Student Consulting keep their teams organized to deliver for the client.
Around the World: Myrna Barrera-Torres ’15
Myrna Barrera-Torres '15 in Vina del Mar, Chile, and Rome, Italy.
Around the World: Taylor DeVoe ’15
"Good and bad things will happen when you take risks and leave what's comfortable, but I promise it's worth it."
My W&L: Alejandro Paniagua ’17
"The one thing that will set you apart and help define you is how you cope with the challenges you face, learn from them and move on."
In Depth: International Immersion
Recipients of W&L's Certificate of International Immersion reflect on their experiences abroad.
Interns at Work: Austin Eisenhofer ’15
Austin Eisenhofer is a business administration major and captain of the varsity football team. A lifelong racing fan, he spent the summer working for Penske Racing, Inc. as an athletics and team management intern.
My W&L: Patrick O’Connor ’15
Patrick O'Connor is a business administration major with a minor in education policy from Richmond, Va. A member of the Class of 2015, he is a member of the varsity basketball team, a first-year resident advisor and a Burish intern.
Faculty Focus: Julie Youngman
New business law professor hopes to teach students to be better negotiators.
My W&L: Maggie Ackell ’16
"I've learned a diverse set of capabilities that has aided my transformation from a curious girl with a knack for business into a cognizant, concerned businesswoman aware of the challenges of this complex world."
Got Soup?: Brooke Peccie ’17
Accounting and Business Administration major lends her planning skills to the annual Souper Bowl benefit for the Campus Kitchen Backpack Program.
On the Convention Floor: Steven Yeung ’17
Rising senior Steven Yeung was one of the youngest members of the Virginia delegation — and one of the youngest delegates nationwide — at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
Venture Forth: Mike Wilner ’13
Mike Wilner '13 is on the fast track as a young entrepreneur.
Interns at Work: Mariel Pearl ’15
Advertising Operations and Ad Research Intern at Hulu.
Talking Points: Modern Professional Presentations
Modern Professional Presentations is Not Your Average Public Speaking Class.
Interns at Work: Mary Crowgey ’17
Haley Miller '16, a lifelong lover of sports, works as a marketing intern for Adidas.
Interns at Work: Wheeler Reiss ’16
Intern at Grow Marketing in San Francisco.
My W&L: Bayan Misaghi ’15
"A liberal arts education hones transferable skills."
Interns at Work: Colton Klein ’15
Business administration and art history major Colton Klein '15 interns at Sotheby's headquarters in New York City.
My W&L: Joshua Jackson ’16
"College is a time to both explore uncharted territory and to further your interests."
My W&L: Marc Wonders ’15
"Washington and Lee has been the happy intersection of the qualities I desired in a large and small school."
Interns at Work: Carley Sambrook ’17
Business Administration and Romance Languages Major Carley Sambrook '17 Interns for Michael Kors.
A Study in Humor: Stephen Lind
Business Administration Professor Presents Research at Comic-Con.
Interns at Work: Sarah Wagner ’17
Art history and business administration major Sarah Wagner interns in the public relations department of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
My W&L: Shelbi Hendricks ’16
"For me, W&L is limitless. This is a community that supports, and even encourages, its members to identify and pursue multiple passions."
Interns at Work: Sarah Williamson ’18
Business administration and art history major Sarah Williamson '18 interns in the finance department at the Guggenheim.
Fall Renewal
The return of students in the fall elicits mixed emotions. We feel the absence of those who have moved on even as we welcome the fresh and eager, first-year (FY) students.
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