W&L’s Native American and Indigenous Cohort Focuses on Sustainability
This year’s series revolves around revitalization of Indigenous lifeways and is titled "Indigenous in Rockbridge and the Interior: First Peoples, Land and Sustainability."
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20 Years Later
Washington and Lee University marks this milestone anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with a special collection of stories.
W&L Presents Faculty Recital
The public recital, “Musical Innovators: Prokofiev and Shostakovich,” is scheduled for Sept. 12 at 3 p.m. in the Wilson Concert Hall.
Convocation to Kick Off New Academic Year
The W&L community is invited to the 2021 Convocation on the Front Lawn on Sept. 9 at 5:30 p.m.
‘A Prayer for Peace’
Terry Vosbein, professor of music at W&L, was inspired by the 9/11 attacks to compose an original song, "A Prayer for Peace."
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.
Chris Coffland: An American Hero
Cpl. Chris Coffland '88 was killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan on Nov. 13, 2009. His death inspired the founding of Catch a Lift, a charity helping wounded post 9/11 combat veterans.
W&L Marks 20th Anniversary of 9/11 with Campus Events
The Washington and Lee University community this year will remember the tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001, with a memorial ceremony, prayer vigil and placing of 2,977 American flags.
In Their Words
Members of the Washington and Lee University community remember where they were and how they reacted to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
From the Alumni Magazine, Fall 2001
How the W&L community reacted in the immediate aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
‘A Gentleman and a Gentle Man’
Life held great potential for James Gadiel '00, who perished in the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center.
W&L Law’s Shelby Publishes Article in California Law Review
Professor Cary Martin Shelby published "Profiting From Our Pain: Privileged Access to Social Impact Investing."
Staniar Gallery Presents Louise Herreshoff Eaton Exhibition
The exhibition is the first comprehensive study of the artist's watercolors.
Commander Schlegel’s Legacy
The Schlegel Scholarship, established in memory of Commander Robert A. Schlegel '85, who died at the Pentagon on 9/11, has supported 26 students at W&L.
Welcome Back, Students!
The W&L campus is buzzing with life again as students arrive for athletic practice, Pre-Orientation trips and other adventures to usher in Fall Term.
W&L Law Welcomes New Faculty and Distinguished Visitors
Washington and Lee University School of Law welcomes several new teachers and scholars to the faculty this year.
Memories in Photos
A collection of W&L images from the two decades since the 9/11 attacks.
An Advocate for Recovery Resources
Katana Evans '22 used summer enhancement funds to intern with Rep. Julia Brownley's office and Recovery Organization Resources.
W&L’s Myers Contributes to Civil War Handbook
Professor Barton Myers recently contributed to “The Oxford Handbook of the American Civil War.”
W&L’s Davies Receives National Dance Award
Professor Davies received the National Dance Education Organization 2021 Outstanding Dance Education Researcher Award.
Meet the Professor: Camilo Alvarez
Camilo Alvarez joined Washington and Lee University as the Ted DeLaney Postdoctoral Fellow in Economics in fall 2021.
Mudd Center Announces 2021-22 Lecture Series on Daily Ethics
"Daily Ethics: How Individual Choices and Habits Express Our Values and Shape Our World” kicks off Sept. 27 with a keynote address by Professor of Philosophy Cheshire Calhoun.
Summer Experience: Alex Castro ’22L
This summer, Alex Castro '22L was a legal intern for El Centro de los Derechos del Migrante, a nonprofit that specializes in labor rights violations committed against migrant workers.
Farewell to the VC3
Alumni and faculty reflect on the legacy of the Virginia Capital Case Clearinghouse, closing its doors after over 30 years serving capital defense attorneys.
W&L Celebrates the Class of 2020
The official Commencement ceremony for the undergraduate and law Classes of 2020 will take place on Saturday, Sept. 11, beginning at 10:30 a.m. on campus.
W&L Prepares to Welcome Parents and Family Members to Campus
Parents and Family Weekend 2021 is scheduled for Oct. 1-3.
W&L’s Recipe for Fellowship Success
A record-setting year for nationally competitive fellowship awards at Washington and Lee University can be attributed to forward-thinking educators, hard-working students and a persistent, encouraging fellowships director.
Meet the Professor: Chantal Smith
Assistant Professor Chantal Smith joined the Economics Department in fall 2021.
Welcome to the New Harte Center!
Come along for this photo tour of the Houston H. Harte Center for Teaching and Learning, which is now open for collaboration.
Program Spotlight: University Registrar
The duties of the registrar’s office vary during the course of the academic year.
W&L’s Bowden Presents Art Exhibit
Professor Christa Bowden presents her newest collaborative art show at Augusta University titled “Cumberland Island: Land, Water, Wind, and Light."
Kathryn Gerbo ’20 Awarded Postgraduate Scholarship to St Andrews
She will earn her master’s in digital health before attending medical school.
W&L Law’s Parella Wins Scholarship Award
Professor Kish Parella was honored by the American Business Law Journal with the Hoeber Award for Excellence in Research.
The Bluebird of Happiness
Chris Tucker '23 spent the summer researching Western Bluebirds in Missoula with a biology professor from the University of Arizona.
Jeremy Franklin Ends His Run as Voice of W&L Athletics
Franklin, a 2004 graduate of W&L, began his broadcast career as an undergraduate student.
W&L Law Alumnus Edward Neufville ’03L on Olympics, Legal Practice
Neufville, an immigration attorney based in Maryland, competed in the 1996 Olympic games representing Liberia.
W&L Law’s Haan Publishes Article in Financial History Magazine
The piece, based on a forthcoming article in the Stanford Law Review, is a fascinating look at the history of women shareholders.
Appreciating Lexington’s Location
W&L's students and visitors will find lots to explore in and around Lexington this year.
W&L’s Gavaler Debuts Play
Professor Chris Gavaler’s play “The Zombie Life” will open at Firehouse Theatre in Richmond, Virginia on Aug. 18.
W&L Law’s Scott Recommended for U.S. District Court Opening
Juval Scott, an adjunct professor of law and Federal Public Defender, has been recommended by U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine to fill a judicial vacancy in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia.
W&L Law Welcomes Assistant Director to Office of Admissions and Student Affairs
Brandyn Jordan has joined W&L Law in the newly created position of Assistant Director of Admissions and Student Affairs, Diversity Recruitment and Engagement.
W&L’s Pinto-Bailey’s Work Featured in Literary Journal
Professor Cristina Pinto-Bailey recently published an essay on Black Brazilian feminisms and translated four pieces by Afro-Brazilian writers.
‘One More Song’
Paige Anderson '22 is spending the summer recording an album of classical violin music in memory of her grandmother.
W&L’s Ricciardi Talks Insurance
Victor Ricciardi, visiting professor of finance at Washington and Lee University, was recently interviewed for MoneyGeek.
W&L’s Hooks Featured in WalletHub Article
Professor Linda Hooks discusses personal loans in a recent WalletHub article.
Brooklyne Oliveira ’21 Awarded Marquand Scholarship to Yale
The award covers full tuition and includes a $10,000 stipend toward living expenses.
Program Spotlight: First-Year Experience
The First-Year Experience program is designed to familiarize new students with the people and programs that make Washington and Lee such a special place.
W&L Expands Friendship Family Program
The initiative matches participating W&L students with local host families interested in connecting.
W&L to Name New Center of Southern Race Relations, Culture, and Politics in Honor of Ted DeLaney
Washington and Lee University will name a new interdisciplinary academic center for teaching and research on Southern race relations, culture, and politics in honor of late professor of history emeritus Theodore “Ted” Carter DeLaney Jr. '85.
Washington and Lee Announces Communications Leadership Changes
Jessica Willett named W&L’s vice president of communications and strategic initiatives and Drewry Sackett named executive director of communications and public affairs effective July 1, 2021.
Lost and Found
Two presenters who met at a 2017 conference at Washington and Lee joined forces to repatriate a stolen Nepali deity.
Annual Fund Tops $9M
Generous alumni, parents and friends contributed approximately $9.2 million to W&L's Annual Fund in the 2020-21 fiscal year.
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.
W&L’s Colón Interviewed in Poynter Article
Professor Aly Colón was interviewed in an article titled “Suspended from social media, Donald Trump has found a new, old way to spread falsehoods.”
W&L’s Fafatas Receives Accounting Research Award
Professor Stephan Fafatas was recently awarded the 2021 Alfred R. Roberts Memorial Research Award, presented by the Academy of Accounting Historians.
W&L Law’s Fairfield Quoted in Los Angeles Times
Professor Joshua Fairfield was quoted in a column titled "Amazon wants to use radar so Alexa can watch as you sleep."
Testing the Waters
In an epic summer adventure, three rising W&L sophomores built their own boat and sailed it down the Red and Mississippi rivers from Shreveport, Louisiana, to New Orleans.
W&L’s Myers Quoted in America Magazine
Professor Barton Myers was recently quoted in an article titled “Private and religious groups are starting to pay reparations for slavery – but it’s nowhere near enough.”
Lorig Explains Science of Smell in Latest Podcast Episode
The new episode of "W&L After Class: The Lifelong Learning Podcast" features Tyler Lorig, professor emeritus of cognitive and behavioral science, who has spent his career studying the olfactory system.
SABU: Advocating with One Voice
In 1971, Black students founded the Student Association for Black Unity, launching a 50-year tradition of advocacy on campus.
W&L Presents Faculty Lectures in Weeklong Series
W&L’s Office of Lifelong Learning presents an inside view of ongoing research from university faculty July 19-23 titled “Beyond the Classroom: Frontiers of Faculty Research.”
Campus Kitchen at W&L Receives Donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
The donation will support the Campus Kitchen Backpack Program.
W&L’s Rush Pens Article in The Hill
Professor Mark Rush published an opinion piece in The Hill titled, "Partisan bias in the Constitution? Check the data."
A Commitment to Service
Second Lieutenant Chris Woodings ’21 received the Captain Jay W. Stull Memorial Award in recognition of his determination and strength of character.
W&L’s Michelmore Publishes Book Review
Professor Molly Michelmore published a book review for Mike Konczal’s “Freedom From the Market: America's Fight to Liberate Itself From the Grip of the Invisible Hand.”
W&L’s Ricciardi Quoted in MarketWatch
Professor Victor Ricciardi was quoted in an article titled “You’re probably sabotaging yourself when it comes to finances. How to spot it — and stop it.”
Colón Publishes Article in The Conversation
Professor Aly Colón published an article describing the best practices for consuming news in The Conversation.
Popping Online
Coco Ellis Howe ’16 and Tani Greenspan ’16 created a successful online art gallery in the middle of a pandemic.
W&L’s Ayoub Interviewed in Wired Article
Professor Nadia Ayoub was interviewed in a Wired article about her work with spider silk.
