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In MemoriamJune 2, 2023In Memoriam: Al Gordon, Professor of Fine Arts Emeritus

Gordon taught at W&L from 1974 to 2001.

Colleague ConnectionMay 31, 2023Meet a Colleague: Michelle Jones

Michelle Jones serves as associate director of alumni engagement.

CommencementMay 25, 2023W&L Graduates 453 Students at 236th Commencement

In his remarks, President Will Dudley told the Class of 2023 the ability to think freely, critically, and humanely has prepared them to be conscientious interpreters of the world.

On CampusMay 24, 2023W&L to Perform Maintenance on Ivy Adorning University Chapel

The iconic vines will receive significant pruning to ensure their overall health.

Colleague ConnectionMay 24, 2023Meet a Colleague: Will Wallace

Will Wallace serves as the associate director of athletic communications.

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Colleague ConnectionMay 19, 2023Meet a Colleague: Florentina Butler

Florentina Butler is the Associate Director of Law School Advancement.

Spring TermMay 19, 2023A Model of Possibility

Professor of Biology Robert Humston’s Spring Term course takes a deep dive into environmental problem-solving.

On CampusMay 18, 2023Planned Maintenance to Sydney Lewis Hall Expected to Begin May 22

The project will require periodic modifications to pedestrian and vehicular traffic in the area.

Colleague ConnectionMay 17, 2023Meet a Colleague: Heidi Bustos

Heidi Bustos serves as the assistant director of inclusion and engagement.

New EmployeesMay 17, 2023Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 5/17/23

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Spring Term May 16, 2023Haunted History

Professor of History Mikki Brock’s Spring Term course explores our fascination with the supernatural.

Reunion 2023May 12, 2023W&L Honors Distinguished Alumni, Returning Classes at Reunion Weekend

The university welcomed more than 940 alumni and guests from the classes of 1973–2008 back to campus for its annual spring reunion festivities.

Lifelong LearningMay 11, 2023W&L Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Jeff Schatten

"W&L After Class" invites listeners to join a conversation with W&L’s expert faculty on their teaching, research interests and passion projects.

Colleague ConnectionMay 10, 2023Meet a Colleague: Margaret Anne Hinkle

Margaret Anne Hinkle is an assistant professor of earth and environmental geoscience.

On CampusMay 9, 2023W&L’s DeLaney Center Launches Research Project on Black Women and Desegregation

The DeLaney Center’s latest research project connects current students with a rich legacy.

Colleague ConnectionMay 9, 2023Meet a Colleague: Jenny Mitchell

Jenny Mitchell is the Archivist and Special Collections Librarian in the School of Law.

On CampusMay 9, 2023Annual Spring Term Festival Returns May 19 in Leyburn Library

Students and faculty will summarize and display their Spring Term research and coursework.

Colleague ConnectionMay 3, 2023Meet a Colleague: Adam Gross

Adam Gross is the director of admissions operations.

On CampusMay 2, 2023SEAL to Sponsor First Annual Washington and Lee Campus-Wide Garage Sale

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to sell unwanted items and donate any unsold items to benefit local nonprofit organizations.

Around TownApril 28, 2023Opening Minds Through Art

W&L neuroscience students recently partnered with an innovative art-making program offered at Kendal at Lexington.

Colleague ConnectionApril 26, 2023Meet a Colleague: Marcos Perez

Marcos Perez is an assistant professor of sociology.

Human ResourcesApril 24, 2023W&L Open Enrollment Runs April 24-May 12

Now is the time to make any necessary changes to your university benefits.

Colleague ConnectionApril 24, 2023Meet a Colleague: Sheryl Salm

Sheryl Salm is a senior legal assistant for the Black Lung and Criminal Justice Clinics.

AccoladesApril 21, 2023W&L Honors Eight Retiring Staff Members at Employee Recognition Banquet

The university also honored 14 individuals who have been employed for 30 years or more.

On CampusApril 19, 2023W&L in Full Bloom

Washington and Lee’s campus is thriving thanks to the hard work and dedication of a team that collaborates with Mother Nature year-round.

Colleague ConnectionApril 19, 2023Meet a Colleague: Zach Nix

Zach Nix is the technology integration coordinator within ITS.

On CampusApril 14, 2023W&L Students Showcase Original Research at Science, Society, and the Arts Conference

The two-day conference in March provided a unique opportunity for students to conduct and share original research in a professional setting.

ObituaryApril 14, 2023In Memoriam: Todd Lowry, Professor of Economics Emeritus

Lowry taught at W&L for more than 35 years.

Colleague ConnectionsApril 13, 2023Meet a Colleague: Wendy Rice

Wendy Rice is the Sr. Administrative Assistant (Team Lead) for Faculty Services in the School of Law.

On CampusApril 12, 2023W&L Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Michael Hill

"W&L After Class" invites listeners to join conversations with W&L's expert faculty about their teaching, research and passion projects.

Colleague ConnectionApril 12, 2023Meet a Colleague: Jillian Murphy

Jillian Murphy is the study abroad coordinator.

New EmployeesApril 11, 2023Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 4/11/23

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Colleague ConnectionApril 10, 2023Meet a Colleague: Russell Miller

Russell Miller is the J.B. Stombock Professor of Law at W&L Law where his research and teaching focus on public law and comparative law.

Colleague ConnectionApril 5, 2023Meet a Colleague: Mikki Brock

Mikki Brock is an associate professor of history.

On CampusApril 3, 2023W&L Uncovers James Madison’s Handwritten Manuscript

How a handwritten draft of one of the most significant defenses of religious freedom in American history was rediscovered in Lexington, Virginia.

Colleague ConnectionMarch 29, 2023Meet a Colleague: Alvin Wheeler

Alvin Wheeler is the assistant director of dining operations.

New EmployeesMarch 29, 2023Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 3/29/23

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

On CampusMarch 23, 2023W&L Community Invited to Information Session About Campus Construction Projects

Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend the overview program featuring Tom Kalasky on March 30 at 10 a.m. in Stackhouse Theater.

Colleague ConnectionMarch 22, 2023Meet a Colleague: Melissa Kerin

Melissa Kerin is an associate professor of art history.

Colleague ConnectionMarch 21, 2023Meet a Colleague: Allison Weiss

Allison Wexler Weiss teaches legal writing and prison law.

FeaturesMarch 17, 2023ODK Holds Spring Initiation For W&L Honorees

W&L President Emeritus Kenneth Ruscio addressed new members of ODK during their spring induction ceremony.

Colleague ConnectionMarch 16, 2023Meet a Colleague: Mike Hepner

Mike Hepner serves as a laboratory technician for the biology department.

On CampusMarch 16, 2023W&L Announces Upcoming Campus Construction Projects

A new Williams School facility and renovations to University Chapel and Sydney Lewis Hall among several projects on the horizon.

New EmployeesMarch 15, 2023Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 3/15/23

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

HappeningsMarch 15, 2023Kenneth Ruscio to Deliver Keynote at ODK Initiation Ceremony

The University’s president emeritus will address 50 new initiates of W&L’s Alpha Circle of ODK.

Colleague ConnectionMarch 13, 2023Meet a Colleague: Gwen Marshall

Gwen Marshall is the Assistant Director of Law Admissions.

New EmployeesMarch 8, 2023Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 3/8/23

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Colleague ConnectionMarch 8, 2023Meet a Colleague: Patti Colliton

Patti Colliton serves as the manager of the fitness center.

In the NewsMarch 7, 2023Jayson Margalus Named Next Director of the Connolly Center for Entrepreneurship

Margalus, faculty director of maker innovation at DePaul University’s Idea Realization Labs, has been named the next Johnson Professor of Entrepreneurship and Leadership and director of the Connolly Center for Entrepreneurship at W&L.

On CampusMarch 6, 2023CBL’s Faculty Collaborative Creates Connection Across Campus

CBL’s new initiative is an opportunity for faculty development, student collaboration and deepening partnerships with the surrounding community.

Colleague ConnectionMarch 1, 2023Meet a Colleague: Beth Staples

Beth Staples is an assistant professor of English and she serves as the editor of Shenandoah.

Colleague ConnectionFebruary 23, 2023Meet a Colleague: Milea Webb

Milea Webb is a Library Assistant and the Circulation Lead in the Law Library.

Colleague ConnectionFebruary 22, 2023Meet a Colleague: Rissie Murphy

Rissie Murphy serves as the operations manager for the Provost's Office.

On CampusFebruary 15, 2023Campus Dining Renovation Enters First Phase

A reimagined Marketplace and Café 77 will enhance the campus dining experience. Phase one will be completed for Fall Term 2023.

Colleague ConnectionFebruary 15, 2023Meet a Colleague: Mark Coddington

Mark Coddington is an associate professor of journalism.

Campus EventFebruary 13, 2023Annual Souper Bowl Raises Money for W&L’s Backpack Program

This year’s event raised $9,700 to support the Campus Kitchen at W&L’s Backpack Program.

News from W&LFebruary 10, 2023W&L a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students for Fifth Straight Year

Washington and Lee was ranked second among the baccalaureate institutions recognized by the Fulbright Program.

New EmployeesFebruary 9, 2023Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 2/9/23

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Colleague ConnectionFebruary 8, 2023Meet a Colleague: Adam Scales

Adam Scales is the assistant director of academic resources with the Houston H. Harte Teaching and Learning Center.

Colleague ConnectionFebruary 1, 2023Meet a Colleague: Dan Johnson

Dan Johnson is the David G. Elmes Term Professor of Cognitive and Behavioral Science.

On Campus January 31, 2023Student Organization Spotlight: English for Speakers of Other Languages

For more than 20 years, ESOL volunteers have participated in language and literacy work in the Lexington-Rockbridge area and beyond.

Colleague ConnectionJanuary 25, 2023Meet a Colleague: Emmaline Nelsen

Emmaline Nelsen is a graphic designer in the Office of Communications and Public Affairs.

Colleague ConnectionJanuary 18, 2023Office of University Development Announces Staffing Changes

Missy Witherow moves on while Sydney Cross is promoted to Director of Annual Giving.

New EmployeesJanuary 18, 2023Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 1/18/23

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Colleague ConnectionJanuary 18, 2023Meet a Colleague: Jeff Rahl

Jeff Rahl is a professor and department head for earth and environmental geoscience.

Lifelong LearningJanuary 16, 2023W&L After Class Podcast Begins Its Fourth Season

The monthly podcast explores Washington and Lee faculty's research, teaching and passion projects.

Colleague ConnectionJanuary 11, 2023Meet a Colleague: Mark Fontenot

Mark Fontenot serves as fire and life safety systems technician.

In The NewsJanuary 9, 2023City of Lexington to Conduct Repairs on N. Main St. Jan. 10 through Jan. 13

Repair work will affect street access between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.

In the NewsJanuary 9, 2023W&L Appoints Laura Ulmer Director of Student Activities

Ulmer previously worked as director for the Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity at Old Dominion University.

Our CommunityJanuary 9, 2023Maria Saez Tatman Joins W&L Law as Associate Dean of Student Affairs

In her role, Saez Tatman will develop and implement programs to enrich the law school experience and to help law students succeed in school, personally, and professionally.

In the NewsJanuary 5, 2023W&L ITS and Mail Services Announce Office Location Changes

Both offices have relocated to their new permanent address in downtown Lexington.

Colleague ConnectionJanuary 4, 2023Meet a Colleague: Angela Sun

Angela Sun is an assistant professor of philosophy.

On CampusDecember 29, 2022Happy New Year from W&L!

Enjoy this special video message.

In the NewsDecember 22, 2022Leslie Wingard Cunningham Named W&L’s Associate Provost for Faculty Development

Wingard Cunningham joins W&L from College of Wooster, where she is the Mildred Foss Thompson Professor of English and dean for faculty development.

Colleague ConnectionDecember 21, 2022Meet a Colleague: Dave Salge

Dave Salge serves as a resident in counseling within the W&L Counseling Center.

Colleague ConnectionDecember 20, 2022Meet a Colleague: Freda Coleman-Jackson

Freda Coleman-Jackson is the Assistant Director of Career Strategy and has worked at W&L Law since May 2020.

New EmployeesDecember 20, 2022Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 12/20/22

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Student AccoladeDecember 19, 2022Two W&L Students Awarded Gilman Scholarships to Study Abroad

The Gilman Scholarship Program offers awards of up to $5,000 to U.S. undergraduate student recipients.

Colleague ConnectionDecember 14, 2022Meet a Colleague: Molly Myers

Molly Myers serves as associate director of annual giving.

In The NewsDecember 12, 2022Dr. R. Allen Blackwood Jr. Named University Physician and Director of Student Health at Washington and Lee University

Blackwood comes to W&L after serving as a physician with the Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia.

AppointmentsDecember 9, 2022Michelle Lyon Drumbl Named Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at W&L Law

Michelle Lyon Drumbl, Robert O. Bentley Professor of Law and Director of the Tax Clinic at the Washington and Lee University School of Law, has been named as the next Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

On CampusDecember 8, 2022Raven Solomon to Serve as Keynote Speaker During W&L Enrichment Week

Solomon will provide strategies for fostering generational diversity and inclusion during her session in Stackhouse Theater on Jan. 4.

New EmployeesDecember 7, 2022Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 12/7/22

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Faculty FocusDecember 7, 2022Williams School Professor Smith Embraces Role as DeLaney Center Faculty Fellow

Chantal Smith, assistant professor of economics, was selected for the one-year position to pursue research and course development.

Colleague ConnectionDecember 7, 2022Meet a Colleague: Leah Naomi Green

Leah Naomi Green serves as visiting assistant professor of English and environmental studies.

Alumni AccoladeDecember 7, 2022W&L’s Kristina Lozinskaya ’22 Among 2024 Class of Schwarzman Scholars

Lozinskaya, a 2022 graduate, will receive a master’s degree in global affairs from Tsinghua University in China.

Colleague ConnectionDecember 5, 2022Meet a Colleague: David Eggert

David Eggert is a Professor of Practice who teaches a range of courses, including Antitrust, Conflict of Laws, Remedies, Torts, Property, and Complex Litigation.

Our CommunityDecember 2, 2022Tim Vest Joins W&L Law as Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration

Vest will oversee the creation and management of the operating budget of the Law School and be responsible for various reporting obligations.

Winter WonderlandDecember 1, 2022Celebrating Burr Datz ’75 and His Era as W&L’s Santa Claus

Datz served as Santa Claus for the W&L Winter Wonderland celebration from 2012-2021

Colleague ConnectionNovember 30, 2022Jessica Wager

Jessica Wager serves as the assistant director of institutional history and is the co-founder of the Native American and Indigenous Cohort at W&L.

New EmployeesNovember 16, 2022Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 11/16/22

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Colleague ConnectionNovember 16, 2022Katie Shester

Katie Shester is an associate professor of economics and a core faculty member for the Shepherd Program for the Interdisciplinary Study of Poverty and Human Capability, as well as Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.

HappeningsNovember 14, 2022Washington and Lee Commemorates Veterans Day

The Washington and Lee community gathered on Friday, Nov. 11 to honor the military service of current and retired members of the staff, faculty and student body.

News from W&LNovember 13, 2022W&L’s Tahri Phillips Among 2023 Class of Rhodes Scholars

Phillips '23 is the university’s 18th Rhodes Scholar.

Colleague ConnectionNovember 9, 2022Mary Nicely

Mary Nicely serves as accounting and treasury manager within the business office at W&L.

In the NewsNovember 7, 2022Kelley Melvin ’08 Named Director of Alumni Engagement

Kelley Melvin, a 2008 Washington and Lee graduate, has been selected as the university’s new director of alumni engagement.

Human ResourcesNovember 3, 2022W&L International/Dual Citizen Employee Resource Group to Hold Social Event

The event will be held in the CGL Atrium on Nov. 8 from 5-6 p.m.

New EmployeesNovember 3, 2022Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 11/3/22

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

Human ResourcesNovember 2, 2022W&L Employee Resource Group for Women to Sponsor First Meeting

The event will be held in Leyburn Library Room 119 on Wednesday, Nov. 9 from 5:30-7 p.m.

In The NewsNovember 2, 2022Mark Robbins Named Director of Jewish Life and Rabbi at Washington and Lee University

Robbins comes to Washington and Lee after serving as an academic advisor at the University of Michigan.