Meet Schuler Hildenbrand ’27
Hildenbrand, an American history major on the pre-med track, enjoys being able to explore many disciplines at W&L.
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Two W&L Staff Members Awarded Paid Professional Leave
The program offers staff a 30-day leave, with full pay, to advance some aspect of their career and work at the university.
W&L Presents Premiere Screening of ‘Letters to Eleanore’
The Jan. 30 screening of the award-winning documentary about disability, perseverance and the story of a girl and her wheelchair is free and open to the public.
W&L Hosts Statewide National Pan-Hellenic Council Step Show Competition
The Feb. 8 event celebrates the history and culture of NPHC organizations.
The King’s Singers to Perform at W&L’s Lenfest Center
The British a capella group’s Feb. 7 performance is sponsored by the university’s Concert Guild.
Suzette Malveaux’s Scholarship Cited in Justice Department Report
The report on the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre relied on Professor Malveaux as an expert and cited her research regarding the massacre.
Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 1/22/25
The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.
Michael Kern ’06 to Deliver Lecture on Trends in Education and Psychology
The Feb. 3 lecture on W&L’s campus is free and open to the public.
Bill and Wendy Payne Champion W&L’s Institutional History Museum with $3.5M Gift
Trustee issues challenge for support of the project.
Meet a Colleague: Jay Margalus
Jay Margalus is the Johnson Professor of Entrepreneurship and Leaders and Director of the Connolly Center.
DeLaney Center Screen to Square Film Series to Show an Episode of ‘High on the Hog’
This year’s second installment will focus on the Netflix show that traces how African American cuisine has transformed America.
Andi Coulter publishes book on the band AFI
The assistant professor of business administration recounts the history and impact of the band’s career.
Peter Grajzl to Host Nobel Prize Symposium Talk
The John F. Hendon Professor of Economics will discuss the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences presented to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James A. Robinson.
Sarah Haan Publishes “Corporate Governance Speech” in the Seattle University Law Review
The article argues for a First Amendment approach to corporate governance speech that is sensitive to the democratic processes governing corporate organization.
On Our Honor
Past presidents of Washington and Lee University’s Executive Committee reflect on how it prepared them for a life of values-driven leadership.
Meet Riley Mitchelson ’27
Mitchelson embraces extracurriculars such as volunteering with the Nabors Service League and teaching salsa through Around the Globe.
Meet Martin Flores ’25L: Editor in Chief of The Law Review
Martin Flores is leading the Law Review through an active year of new publications and scholarly events.
Appreciating the Sweetness of Life
As a radiation oncologist, Dr. Olivia Claire Ball ’09 cherishes the humanity and connection she cultivates with her patients.
Kish Parella Publishes “Corporate Governance & International Law” in the Alabama Law Review
The article examines how stakeholder activism can compel corporations to comply with international law.
Steve Abraham ’80, ’83L Named a Washingtonian of the Year for 2024
As founder and president of Wilderness Leadership and Learning, Abraham has impacted hundreds of youths in the D.C. area.
Where There’s a WILL, There’s a Way
Steve Abraham ’80, ’83L finds fulfillment working with youth in a second career.
Students Encouraged to Apply for a Johnson Opportunity Grant in 2025
The grant provides funds to support W&L student projects worldwide.
W&L’s Campus Kitchen Hosts 13th Annual Souper Bowl
All proceeds from the Feb. 2 event will support the Campus Kitchen at W&L’s Backpack Program.
W&L Hosts Sixth Annual Black Future Leaders Experience Conference on Feb. 1
This year’s Black FLEX conference theme is “Black Masquerade: Unmasking Hidden Heroes.”
Boris Berman to Perform at W&L’s Lenfest Center
The pianist’s Feb. 1 performance is sponsored by the university’s Concert Guild.
Nathan Urquhart ’01: Investing in the Future
When Nathan Urquhart ’01 visited with some W&L professors on campus, he saw the need for the Williams School facilities expansion firsthand.
Resources Available to Help You With Your Retirement Account
Check our these helpful resources for planning your future.
Harte Center to Debut Prompting, Learning and Artificial Intelligence Lab
The space opens Jan. 27 and will be dedicated to exploration and experimentation with generative AI tools.
Sandy de Lissovoy is the Next Speaker in the Anne and Edgar Basse Jr. Author Talk Series
De Lissovoy will deliver a lecture on “Unpacking an Art Exhibit and Thinking Like Collage” on Jan. 27.
‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Launches New Season With Episode Featuring Holly Pickett
In the podcast’s first episode of season six, Pickett, professor of English, discusses the power of humanities in a rapidly changing world and the life lessons that can be continuously unearthed in Shakespearean text.
How You Can Help Manage Health Care Premium Increases
These helpful tips can help you save money.
W&L to Host ‘Slices of Research’ Program at Salerno Wood Fired Pizza & Taphouse
Newly promoted faculty members will present their research in a PechaKucha format on Jan. 28.
Meet a Colleague: Kira Binder
Kira Binder serves as a German world language teaching assistant.
Campus Kitchen Continues 2024-25 Just Food Series
The Jan. 27 webinar will focus on food relief efforts in Rockbridge County and Western Virginia.
W&L Presents MLK Remembrance Concert
The Jan. 26 performance will include selected readings and musical reflections.
Student Organization Spotlight: WLUR
At WLUR-FM, Washington and Lee University's radio voice since 1967, students get an introduction to audio production, podcasting and more.
Meet Sophia Soderberg ’26
W&L has allowed Soderberg to explore a wide array of passions, from dance and art to math and business.
In Memoriam: Rod Smith, Editor of Shenandoah and Adjunct Professor of English
Smith served as the literary magazine’s editor for 23 years.
Welcome Back to Campus
A message to the campus community from President Will Dudley.
Washington and Lee to Begin Updates to the Campus Utility Infrastructure
The long-term phased project provides for sustainable heating resources throughout campus.
Living Lab
This fall, W&L students learned environmental field methods at a six-acre site in Rockbridge County set aside for experiential learning.
W&L Presents Compagnie Hervé Koubi’s ‘Ce que le jour doit á la nuit’
The Jan. 16 performance is part of the Lenfest Center’s Outreach & Engagement Series.
Josh Williamson Receives the VATA College/University Athletic Trainer of the Year Award
W&L’s director of athletic training services received the prestigious award at the VATA annual meeting on Jan. 4.
W&L Law Faculty Present, Honored at AALS
Suzette Malveaux will be honored for her work, and several other members of the W&L Law faculty will present at the annual academic conference hosted by the Association of American Law Schools.
Meet a Colleague: Jenny Davidson ’08
Jenny Davidson ’08 serves as associate director of the Shepherd Program.
The Science of Sleep
Associate professor Ryan Brindle’s sleep lab gives students unparalleled opportunities to conduct hands-on research at the undergraduate level.
Erica Lord is the Next Speaker in the Mudd Lecture Series
Lord, a multimedia artist at the Institute of American Indian Arts, will give a lecture on Jan. 14 at 5:30 p.m. in Wilson Concert Hall.
W&L Equestrian Coach Inducted into Virginia Horse Shows Association Hall of Fame
Gordon Reistrup was honored at the association’s annual meeting and convention last month.
Lisa Greer to Deliver Lecture in Honor of Her Appointment to the Harry E. and Mary Jayne W. Redenbaugh Term Professorship
Greer’s talk, “Coral Reefs Past, Present and Future and Our Human Footprint,” will be held Jan. 15 in Science Addition 214.
Will You Be Ready to Retire When the Time Comes?
Take advantage of the resources that are available to assist you in your retirement planning.
W&L Remembers: President Jimmy Carter
The former president, who died Dec. 29, interacted with the Washington and Lee University community on multiple occasions.
Students Share Entrepreneurial Ideas in Video Pitch Competition
Students polished their pitching skills at a video pitch competition on Dec. 6 in the Harte Center for Teaching and Learning.
Warren Stephens ’79 Selected for U.K. Ambassadorship
Stephens, CEO of financial services firm Stephens Inc., is an emeritus member of the Washington and Lee University Board of Trustees.
Museums at W&L: Winter 2025 Programs and Exhibitions
The Museums at W&L invite the public to explore its exhibitions and collections with select programming through May.
W&L’s Staniar Gallery Presents Erica Lord’s ‘The Codes We Carry: Beads as DNA Data’
The solo exhibition will open Jan. 9 with an artist’s talk slated for Jan. 14.
Meet a Colleague: Paul Moreaux
Paul Moreaux serves as a French world language teaching assistant.
Meet Allison Munck ’27
Munck has pursued her filmmaking passion through class projects, summer research and the Film Society Club.
Pete Abitante ’78 to Receive 2025 Award of Excellence from the Pro Football Hall of Fame
The former vice president of special projects at the NFL enjoyed a 46-year career in communications at the organization.
Chris Elford to Present Nobel Prize Symposium Talk
The assistant professor of Chinese will discuss the Nobel Prize in literature presented to Korean writer Han Kang on Jan. 14.
2024: The Year in Review
2024 was exceptional by any measure. Here are some of the notable achievements of our students, faculty and staff over the past 12 months, all of which were possible thanks to the generosity of our alumni, parents, and friends.
Scholarship by Alexi Pfeffer-Gillett Cited by U.S. District Court
Judge Mary S. McElroy of the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island cited both a brief and an article in the resolution of a mass-arbitration case.
Nneka Dennie to be Presented the MLA Prize for Bibliographical or Archival Scholarship
The assistant professor of history will receive her award on Jan. 10 at the association’s annual convention in New Orleans.
Washington and Lee Announces November Community Grants
Washington and Lee University’s Community Grants Committee made twelve grants totaling over $27,000 to non-profit organizations in Lexington and Rockbridge County.
Jacqueline Painter Earns Master’s Degree Through W&L’s Employee Continuing Education Program
The associate director of gift planning graduated from the American College of Financial Services on Dec. 9.
Generations of Generosity
The importance of philanthropy is a value that Billy Webster ’79 instilled in his children from a young age.
Twelve W&L Students Awarded Gilman Scholarships to Study Abroad
The Gilman Scholarship Program offers awards of up to $5,000 to U.S. undergraduate students who are Pell Grant recipients.
Alumni Spotlight: Adam Hawks ’23L
Adam Hawks is an associate at Patten, Wornom, Hatten & Diamonstein, L.C. in Newport News.
Connolly Center Creates Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program
The program exposes students to cutting-edge ideas by bringing business and entrepreneurial leaders to campus.
An Evergreen Gift
In 2018, Kathelen and Dan Amos established the John Kyle Spencer Endowed Directorship for Environmental Studies — the first of its kind for an interdisciplinary program at Washington and Lee University.
