
For more than 40 years, Kathekon has connected Washington and Lee students and alumni through service, mentorship and campus traditions.

For more than 40 years, Kathekon has connected Washington and Lee students and alumni through service, mentorship and campus traditions.

"Not only has my perspective evolved, but I feel encouraged to pursue my passions to help others and make a lasting impact." - Allison Young ’28

In the intricate network that ties W&L graduates together in business and in friendship, the Honor System acts as a uniting thread long after the last non-proctored exam.

Christopher Lion '86 and Claire Mackin '20 discovered their W&L connection in Africa, summiting Mount Kilimanjaro for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.

From a public health Volunteer Venture trip to alumni mentorship, the W&L network opened doors and supported dreams for Liv Ullmann ’25.

The W&L network is perhaps most illustrative in the early-career assistance and opportunities our alumni provide to current students.

After graduation, Fountain will complete a fellowship at CNBC doing business reporting for digital and television platforms.