Marrying Research and Public Service
Zainab Abiza '19 interviews Morten Wendelbo '12 about his research focusing on economic development, humanitarian aid and food security.
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Washington and Lee Hosts Public Lecture with Erin Walcheck Averett
Averett’s talk, which is free and open to the public, is titled “Frightening the Frightful: Grotesque Visages from Ancient Cyprus.”
Wali Bacdayan Joins Washington and Lee University’s Board of Trustees
Bacdayan was sworn in as a trustee of his alma mater on Feb. 8.
Washington and Lee Names LaRiviere New Associate Dean of the College
Fred LaRiviere, associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Washington and Lee University, is the new associate dean of the college, beginning Feb. 11.
W&L Students Provide Income Tax Assistance
The students will provide basic preparation of state and federal income tax returns to qualified residents.
Quick Hit: The Egg-Drop Scoop
Students in General Physics Lab I send eggs bungee jumping in the Science Center. The goal? Calculate correctly lest your project be a bust.
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.
W&L Community Grants Committee to Evaluate Proposals in March
Call for Proposals
Washington and Lee Presents an Afternoon with Rebecca Traister
“An Afternoon with Rebecca Traister,” on Feb. 11 at 5:30 p.m. in Northen Auditorium, is free and open to the public.
An Unassuming Man
Late professor emeritus Harry Pemberton is the first W&L faculty member to be recognized as an Honored Benefactor.
Bob Strong Talks Trump’s Approach to the State of the Union
In the Feb 5. op-ed, Strong examines Trump's "norm-shattering presidential behaviors."
Law Review Symposium to Explore Shareholder Rights and Activism
The 2018-2019 Lara D. Gass Symposium will feature a diverse collection of leading scholars and experts on corporate law to explore the past, present, and future of social and environmental shareholder activism.
Washington and Lee Faculty Concert Presents ‘From Russia with Love!’
The duet features W&L music faculty Julia Goudimova, on cello and Anna Billias, on piano and highlights 20th-century composers.
Office Hours with David Bello
The Elizabeth Lewis Otey Professor of East Asian Studies takes a bug-eyed view of history.
Tom Williams, Edwin A. Morris Professor of Physics Emeritus, dies at 77
He taught at W&L from 1974 to 2011.
By Land, Sea and Air
Marc Nichols ‘98L oversees legal functions at Saab to assure safety of domestic travelers and the military.
Life Outside the Law: Lauren Morina ’20L
Lauren Morina stays grounded and connected to the community through service at hospice care and the food pantry.
Where’s the Beef?
Stephanie Lind ’92 is on a mission to change the way people think about and eat meat.
A Platform for Divergent Perspectives
Andy Smithey '20 is editor-in-chief of a new student publication, founded by Liv Cooper '20 and Genna Feirson '20, that aims to amplify unheard voices on campus.
Vosbein Magee Big Band Returns to W&L to Present: ‘An American in Paris’
The concert will take place in Wilson Hall, and is free and open to the public.
W&L’s Staniar Gallery Presents LAS HERMANAS IGLESIAS: ‘MIRROR RIM’
The artists will present their work in a talk on Feb. 12 at 5:30 p.m. in Wilson Hall’s Concert Hall.
Honoring a Legacy
The Office of Inclusion and Engagement planned a host of events to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Take our slideshow for a quick spin to relive the excitement.
Former Trump Aide to Kick Off Washington Term Speaker Series
Short's lecture is part of the broader Washington Term Speaker Series, “From the Colonnade to the Capitol… and Back.”
Passion Points to the Perfect Profession
Hannah Denham '20 has combined business journalism with women and gender studies at W&L to create a liberal arts education that suits her interests and ambition.
Joy Harjo is Fifth Speaker in Mudd Lecture Series
The title of her talk, which is free and open to the public, is "Exile in Memory."
Sophocles’s ‘Antigone’ Comes to W&L’s Lenfest Center
Don't miss the one-night performance of “Antigone” on Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the Keller Theatre.
The Alchemist
Sean Fowler ’99 makes the taste buds sing with his Southern-inspired cuisine.
Please, to the Table
What’s for dinner? Entrepreneurs Emily Golub ’06 and Mary Drennen ’02 have the answer: online food kits.
Dymacek to Present Inaugural Lecture
The title of Wayne Dymacek’s talk, which is free and open to the public, is “My Life and Times with Dots and Lines.”
Semester in DC: Gabriella Passidomo at the U.S. Department of Energy
W&L’s DC Externship Program enables students like myself not to have to make that fretful decision-- urban or rural, academic or experiential. I got the best of both words, and will be a more effective lawyer because of it.
ODK Recognizes New Members at 2019 Founders Day/ODK Convocation
The leadership organization also presented the James G. Leyburn Award to Srimayi B. “Tinni” Sen.
Semester in DC: Daniele San Roman at Federal Appeals Court
Even if I had taken a full course load of patent classes, I would not have gained as much practical knowledge of patent law as I did in Judge Reyna’s chambers.
Criminal Tribunal Students Provide Input on Anti-Terrorism Proclamation
This past Fall semester, a team of W&L Law students in the Criminal Tribunal Practicum class were given the unique opportunity to review and suggest legislative amendments to Ethiopia’s Anti-terrorism Proclamation.
Meet a General: Emily Floyd
As executive assistant to the director of University Advancement, Emily Floyd has interacted with people all over the world. But she still finds time for her favorite pastimes: bargain shopping and Candy Crush.
Rachel Mourao to Give Public Lecture on News Organizations
In her speech, which is free and open to the public, Mourao will discuss the role news organizations play, not only in spinning news, but also in legitimizing topics and people.
Campus Kitchen at W&L Hosts 7th Annual Souper Bowl
Proceeds will support CKWL's Backpack Program, a hunger-fighting project that began in 2009.
Semester in DC: Michael DiBiagio ’19L at the SEC
Working full time and living in DC granted me the opportunity to immerse myself in the work I was assigned and form a network of securities law professionals.
David B. Dickens, Professor of German Emeritus, Dies at 85
He taught at W&L from 1960 to 2007.
A Dish Serving Centuries of History
This porcelain dish, which tells a story about the Dutch East India Company and the Dutch Golden Age of the 17th century, will be used in classes ranging from art history to economics.
Helping the Homebound
R. Alan Winstead ’85 is a driving force for the Meals on Wheels program in his community.
CEO of the American Civil War Museum Gives 2019 Founders Day Address
Coleman's talk, “In Times Like These: Responsive and Responsible Leadership,” can be viewed in full online.
W&L Alumnae Recognized for M&A Work
Three Washington and Lee alumnae and lawyers, two from the law school and one from the college, have been recognized for their work in the legal field of mergers and acquisitions.
W&L Law Professor David Baluarte on Birthright Nationality
Baluarte's commentary was published in November by openDemocracy.
Chief Judge Roger Gregory to Give MLK Day Address at W&L Law
Roger L. Gregory, Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, will deliver a lecture at W&L Law in conjunction with the University’s multi-day observance of Martin Luther King’s birthday.
From Portland, Oregon, Comes BodyVox Contemporary Dance
BodyVox comes to Lexington for a one-night performance at the Keller Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 10.
W&L to Host Second Annual Glasgow Distinguished Writer-in-Residence
Aimee Nezhukumatathil will give a public reading from her work on Jan. 14 at 6 p.m. in Northen Auditorium.
W&L’s Lenfest Presents ‘A Celebration of Harold Pinter’
The performance will take place on Jan. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Keller Theatre on the Washington and Lee University campus.
Donors Fund Named Athletics Positions
Three donors have recognized the role coaches play in educating and mentoring W&L students, both in the competitive arena and in the classroom.
W&L’s Staniar Gallery Presents ‘Invocation’
The artist will give a public artist’s talk on Jan. 23 at 5:30 p.m. in Wilson Hall.
Washington and Lee Professor Appointed Member of Fulbright Specialist Program
Washington and Lee University’s Martin Davies, associate professor of economics, was appointed a member of the Fulbright Specialist Program for three years.
Celebrating the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This year's observance of MLK day will comprise a variety of events, including a keynote address by the Rev. William Barber II.
Grand Slam for Little Hands
What A Racket, a nonprofit community service organization founded by Catherine Savoca '19, teaches Rockbridge-area kids the fundamentals of tennis and fitness.
Taking the Long View
Steven Jones ’69 helps his alma mater plan for the future.
Al Otro Lado
W&L law students provide legal assistance at the border.
Happy Holidays from W&L
We hope you enjoy our annual holiday video greeting. Warm wishes for a safe and happy season!
W&L Chanoyu Tea Society to Host Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tea
W&L's Chanoyu Tea Society will host their annual Martin Luther King, Jr. tea ceremony on Jan. 21
W&L Law Welcomes New Faculty Member
Washington and Lee law school dean Brant Hellwig has announced the appointment of Carliss Chatman to the permanent faculty, effective next semester.
Quick Hit: Winter Wonderland
They call it Winter Wonderland, but it's more like a winter candyland — and it's one of the most popular W&L events of the year!
25 and Counting
At prestigious labs around the country, W&L students have pushed themselves and the frontiers of science in the quest to find a cure for a rare disease.
The State of the University
Executive Director of Alumni Affairs Beau Dudley sits down with W&L President Will Dudley to discuss issues and initiatives, including the university's Strategic Plan and institutional history.
Bob Strong on George H.W. Bush
Bob Strong's piece was published on Dec. 9 in The Virginian-Pilot.
The Gift that Keeps on Giving
When Tyler Lenczuk ’08 married Danielle Galanti in July 2014, they were given a gift like no other — a named scholarship fund to benefit future Washington and Lee students with financial need.
Decoding Technology, Opening Doors
Women in Technology workshops introduced Ruopeng Zhang '21 and Caroline Blackmon '19 to basic web development in a collaborative and fun environment. They urge other students to take advantage of the next round of workshops.
Hooked on Giving
Gary Silverfield ’69 makes supporting his alma mater a top priority.
President Dudley on Investing in Low-Income Students
President Dudley's piece was published on Dec. 7 in The Washington Post.
Duchossois Center: Pictures of Progress
As construction continues on W&L's new, state-of-the-art Richard L. Duchossois Athletic and Recreation Center, we offer a virtual tour—no hard hat required!
A Book Fit for Royals
Washington and Lee's Special Collections is an educational resource fit for a queen, but this 543-year-old book really has royal connections.
Sankofa House: A Place of Belonging
Community and social support form the heart of W&L's newest theme house.
W&L’s Zainab Abiza Among 2020 Class of Schwarzman Scholars
Abiza will receive a master’s degree in global affairs from Tsinghua University in China.
