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.

Communications & Public Affairs
December 3, 2024

Laura Hamilton, Director of Law School Advancement – The Law School

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I hold a Master of Public Policy from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Arts in public policy from The College of William and Mary. My husband Tim and I have been married for 27 years and we have three wonderful children: Wyatt (23), Sammy (21) and Nora (18). Wyatt graduated from W&L in 2023 and Nora is currently a first-year at W&L. Sammy attends the University of Kentucky.

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
Our family is a big lacrosse family. I officiate, my husband and I coach, and all of our children play.  We love the outdoors – especially winter sports. Cross country skiing and snowboarding are our favorites.

Q. Best advice anyone has given you?
“There are challenges everywhere. Be a part of the solution” – my dad.

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Kendra Hurt, Administrative Assistant II – The Law School

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I’ve lived in different areas of Virginia my whole life, except for a couple years during graduate school in Maryland. I have two cats who are cute enough to be worth the trouble they cause (most days).

Q. Any favorite Lexington/regional spots/activities (or something you are excited about)?
I have lived in the Lexington area for a few years and love the quick access to nature here! Especially the Blue Ridge Parkway and Lake Robertson.

Q. Anything else you want to share?
Ask me about my Route 66 road trip, if you’re interested in hearing about it!

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Connor Lee, Food Service Worker – Dining Services

Q. Any favorite Lexington/regional spots/activities (or something you are excited about)?
My childhood favorite spot is Kids Playce.

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I like to play video games.

Q. Anything, in particular, you are looking forward to at W&L?
I’m looking forward to meeting new people.

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Olivia Moore, University Store Custom Order Coordinator – Auxiliary Services

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I am originally from Lynchburg, Virginia. I obtained a bachelor’s degree in elementary education with a minor in history from Ferrum College. I have been a teacher for the past three years. I taught fifth grade language arts and history for one year, and I have taught kindergarten the past three years. I competed in softball at the collegiate level during my four years at Ferrum. I just recently got married in June. My husband, Jacob, is a sergeant with the Buena Vista Police Department and works undercover for the State Police Drug Task Force. I have a five-year-old stepdaughter named Adeline who is currently in kindergarten. I have two dogs named Goose and Maverick, and two cats named Mikki and Annie.

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I enjoy crafting and completing DIY projects. One way I like to unwind is to grab an iced coffee and go shopping. Aside from crafting and shopping, I also give batting lessons to softball players around the county. I played softball for 16 years, so it is fun to still be a part of it from a different role.

Q. Any favorite Lexington/regional spots/activities (or something you are excited about)?
My favorite place to grab a quick lunch in Lexington is Blue Sky Bakery. I also enjoy visiting the shops in downtown Lexington.

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Masie Parker, Employment Coordinator – Human Resources

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I was born and raised right here in Rockbridge County. I attended the now Mountain Gateway Community College and have been working in the medical field for 10 years and decided to join W&L in the Human Resources department. I am married with three boys.

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I love reading, traveling, shopping, hunting, festivals and exploring new places.

Q. Any favorite Lexington/regional spots/activities (or something you are excited about)?
Being from here, I travel all over the county and surrounding areas with my husband and children and enjoy the views the Shenandoah Valley has to offer.