Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 8/28/26 The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Communications & Public Affairs
August 28, 2026

Amber Carter, Custodian — University Facilities

Amber Carter, University Facilities

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I graduated from Parry McCluer High School in 2006. I am the mother of four boys who are all involved with various sports.

Q. Any favorite Lexington or regional activities that you are excited about?
I enjoy swimming.

Q. Best advice anyone has ever given you?
Be kind to everyone because you never know what someone is going through.

Amenda Cash, Food Service Worker — Café 77

Amenda Cash, Café 77

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I have lived in the area all of my life and I have three kids.

Q. Any favorite Lexington or regional activities that you are excited about?
Football games at Rockbridge County High School. My son is the quarterback and that’s my favorite spot to be!

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I like cooking, baking and taking care of my kids.

Matthew Chiffolo, Information Desk Supervisor – ITS

Matthew Chiffolo, information desk supervisor

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I am married to my beautiful wife Kristen and we have a wonderful one-year-old daughter named Lucia. I graduated from Old Dominion University in 2016.

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I play 10+ instruments, love songwriting, hiking, soccer and movies!

Q. Best advice anyone has ever given you?
Follow the peace, even if it doesn’t make sense.

Tucker Kindig, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach – Athletics

Tucker Kindig, assistant strength and conditioning coach

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I’m originally from Spotsylvania, Virginia and attended Shenandoah University for both my undergraduate and graduate degrees. I also competed in track and field as a thrower during my time at Shenandoah.

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I still have a large involvement in my own physical fitness and I also spend most of my downtime catching up with friends and family.

Q. Best advice anyone has ever given you?
“You get out what you put in!” — high school throws coach.

Austin Sanchez, Food Service Worker – Café 77

Austin Sanchez, Café 77

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I currently live on my own with a few roommates and I am pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I like to go to the gym, play games or box.

Q. Anything in particular you are looking forward to at W&L?
I am looking forward to experiencing a new work environment.

Sam Sherrard, Food Service Worker – Café 77

Sam Sherrard, Café 77

Q. Tell us a little about yourself.
I am the mother of two children and family is a huge part of my life. I have a background in restaurant and retail work, including management, and I’ve always enjoyed working with people and helping others. I’m a very easygoing and approachable person, and I’m always willing to learn and try new things.

Q. How do you unwind or have fun? Any hobbies or hidden talents?
I usually unwind by spending time with my family, watching movies or shows, listening to music and taking pictures. I’ve always really enjoyed photography and being creative. I also love anything horror related; I’m definitely someone who likes trying new things and finding little creative ways to have fun.

Q. Any favorite Lexington or regional activities that you are excited about?
I really enjoy getting out and exploring new places with my family. I’m especially excited about getting more familiar with the Lexington area and finding fun things to do and places to explore. I also love photography, so I’m always excited when I get the chance to get outside and take pictures.