Maureen Edobor Appears on “Law and Democracy” Podcast
The podcast, hosted by the Ohio State College of Law, focuses on developments in election law.
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Shannon Fyfe Examines Off-label Vaccine Use in ‘The Conversation’
Shannon Fyfe, along with coauthor Elizabeth Lanphier, explores the evolving landscape of off-label usage of COVID-19 vaccines in the United States.
Mark Drumbl Publishes New Book “The Character of International Law”
The book serves as a Festschrift—a collection of writings published in honor of a scholar—for Professor Rob Cryer.
Soo Yon Ryu Presents at the Association of Consumer Research Conference
The assistant professor of business administration shared her paper on the materialization of experiences.
Mengying Liu receives The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society Early Career Leaders Professional Development Award
The assistant professor of engineering is one of three recipients recognized globally.
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Mikki Brock Named to the Shortlist for Research Book of the Year in Scotland
The history professor’s book “Plagues of the Heart” was published last year.
Antonio Reyes Publishes New Book
The professor of Spanish co-authored a book titled “Understanding the Language of Virtual Interaction,” that was released in August 2025.
Eric Deggans Quoted in Associated Press Story
The Knight Chair in Journalism and Media Ethics comments on the erasure of diverse perspectives in journalism.
Ellen Mayock Speaks at Centennial Celebration of Carmen Martín Gaite and Co-Edits Volume
The Ernest Williams II Professor of Romance Languages shares her research on the Spanish author.
KT Vaughan Initiated as Next President of the Oberlin Group of Libraries
The Hal F. and Barbra Buckner Higginbotham University Librarian will serve a one-year presidential term as part of her three-year membership on the executive board.
Suzanne Delle Presents Paper at the 10th International Conference on Communications & Media Studies
The visiting assistant professor of theater attended a conference to present a different approach to teaching playwriting.
Soo Yon Ryu Publishes Article in Journal of the Association for Consumer Research
The assistant professor of business administration explores the relationship between experience and consumption.
Shannon Fyfe Publishes Article in JAMA Pediatrics
The article examines the shifting guidance from the federal government on administering COVID-19 vaccinations to children.
Carrie Stanton Publishes Article in the Journal of Corporation Law
The article examines previously unexplored multi-tiered systems of contractual damages caps.
W&L Receives $450,000 Grant from the National Science Foundation
The funding will be used to purchase a confocal Raman imaging microscope for geoscientific investigations.
Christa Bowden’s Artwork Earns an Honorable Mention Citation at the SlowExposures Photography Festival
The professor of art was one of 47 photographers to display her work in the event’s main exhibit.
Lesley Wheeler Featured in Best American Poetry 2025 and Publishes Book Chapter
The English professor’s poem “Sex Talk” and essay “Talkin’ New York” were highlighted in larger collections.
Lucas Morel Co-Edits Volume About Frederick Douglass’ Writings on Abraham Lincoln
The John K. Boardman, Jr. Professor of Politics and his co-editor from Christopher Newport University will discuss the book and sign copies on Oct. 14 at the Hillel House.
Pooja Thakur-Wernz Publishes Research Article for the Global Strategy Journal
The article examines and weighs both the potential benefits and drawbacks of foreign ownership on CSR spending.
Mark Drumbl Appointed Editor-in-Chief of the International Criminal Law Review
The Review is a respected venue for cutting-edge scholarship on international criminal justice, atrocity law, penal law, and transitional justice.
Elliott King Featured in AMC+ Series ‘True Crime Story: Smugshot’
The professor of art was interviewed for an episode titled “The Dali Heist.”
Meaghan M. Walsh Publishes Article and Authors Book Chapter
The curatorial fellow explores race in New York City through the artwork of George Luks.
W&L Museums Curatorial Fellow Receives Scholarship from The Decorative Arts Trust
Fosca Maddaloni-Yu will utilize the scholarship to participate in the trust’s study abroad trip to Japan.
Jan Hathorn Inducted into Inaugural Class of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference Hall of Fame
The former coach and longtime director of athletics was one of 50 conference legends selected to honor the 50th anniversary of the ODAC.
Environmental Studies Professor Publishes Paper in the Studies in History and Philosophy of Science Journal
Ryan McCoy’s paper addresses how local knowledge can contribute to climate research.
Art History Professor Authors Book Chapter
Andrea Lepage examines how academic galleries can serve as transformative learning spaces.
Bill Hamilton Co-Authors Paper in Science
The article, also featured on the journal’s cover, sheds new light on the value of bison recovery efforts in Yellowstone National Park.
Economics Professor Interviewed for ‘Marketplace’ Podcast
Linda Hooks was one of three economists who offered their opinions on what Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell would say during an annual gathering in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, on Aug. 22.
Fran Elrod Elected Future Chair of the Governing Board for the Shepherd Higher Education Consortium on Poverty
The associate director of W&L’s Shepherd Program will serve a two-year term leading the consortium’s governing board and council beginning in September 2026.
Catarina Passidomo ’04 Contributes Book Chapter
The associate professor of environmental studies authored a chapter in “The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Cultural and Social Geography.”
Catherine Smith Publishes Article in the Seattle University Law Review
The article presents expert analysis Professor Smith provided for the plaintiffs in a landmark case involving the environment and children's rights.
Elliott King to Deliver Lecture at the Virginia Museum of the Fine Arts
The professor of art history will host a talk that reconsiders artist Frida Kahlo’s relationship with surrealism.
Art History Professor Named to Editorial Board for Digital Publishing Initiative
Andrea Lepage will assist in developing a series of essays focused on Latinx artists.
Shannon Fyfe Publishes Article in the Tennessee Journal of Race, Gender, and Social Justice
The article examines legislative bans of gender-affirming care and their impact on trans youth.
Biology Professor Interviewed by ABC News
Bill Hamilton discusses wildlife migration in Yellowstone National Park.
Catherine Smith Publishes Essay in the Georgetown Journal of Gender & the Law
The essay explains arguments advanced by Smith and her coauthors in several amicus briefs in cases heard by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Freddy Fuentes Presents Paper at the Southeastern Council of Latin American Studies Conference
The visiting assistant professor of English lectured on Magical Realism as Eco Writing.
Greg Dresden Receives Honorable Mention Citation for the Mohammad K. Azarian Award
The professor of mathematics was recognized for the exploration of infinite geometric patterns.
Brandon Hasbrouck Publishes Article in UPenn Law Review
Prof. Brandon Hasbrouck, along with coauthor Warren Buff '21L, published an article examining the historical foundations of the Fourth Amendment and its evolving application to modern policing.
Journalism Professor Quoted in Cardinal News Article
Patrick Walters’ comment appears in a story about the 1963 Civil Rights Movement in Danville, Virginia.
Professor Suzette Malveaux Cited in Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Case
The Court cited in opposition Malveaux's 2017 Harvard Law Review Forum article on universal injunctions and executive overreach.
Karen Woody Publishes Article in SMU Law Review
Prof. Karen Woody, along with coauthor Joshua Clardy ‘22L, published an article examining the definition of property in relation to federal fraud statutes.
Krzysztof Jasiewicz Receives the Susanne M. Lotarski Distinguished Achievement Award
The William P. Ames Jr. Professor of Sociology and Anthropology Emeritus was presented the award by the Polish Institute of Arts & Sciences of America.
JT Torres and Paige Gance ’13 Present at the 2025 AALHE Conference
The duo offered strategies for finding campus allies in providing effective campus assessment.
Religion Professor Serves as Featured Speaker at the University of Chicago
Jeff Kosky headlined two separate events held on May 13.
Marcos Perez Cited for his Book ‘¿Qué tienen los piqueteros en la cabeza?’
The associate professor of sociology received an honorable mention citation for the Premio Iberoamericano Book Award.
Marisa Charley and the W&L Bonner Program Featured in Article Posted on Higher Ed Jobs
The story focuses on the Bonner Program’s collaborative work with the Street Medicine Institute.
Law School Announces 2025 Faculty Fellowships
W&L Law Dean Melanie Wilson has announced the annual awards that recognize faculty members for their accomplishments as teachers and scholars and for service to the school.
Aliaa Bassiouny Named to the Board of Directors for Orascom Development Egypt
The Lawrence Term Professor of Finance will serve as a non-executive member of the board for the real estate development company.
Sascha Goluboff Participates in the Sancho Panza Literary Society Summer Workshop
The professor of cultural anthropology and director of the Community-Based Learning Program experienced a 10-day residency at Trinity College in Dublin.
Pete Gyscek Named 2025 Division III Men’s Golf Coach of the Year
The 11th-year head coach earned the award after leading W&L to a fourth-place finish at the NCAA National Championship.
Kameliya Atanasova Publishes Her First Book
The assistant professor of religion and history authored a book titled “Sufism and Power in the Ottoman Empire: The Writings of Ismail Hakki Bursevi (1653–1725).”
Peter Grajzl Presents Research at the Oweesta Native CDFI Capital Access Convening
The John F. Hendon Professor of Economics shared research he jointly conducted with the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis’ Center for Indian Country Development.
Politics Professor Holds Featured Talk at the Capital Rare Book Fair
Brian Alexander provided historical and modern insights on Thomas Jefferson’s “A Manual of Parliamentary Practice.”
Gene McCabe Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Lacrosse Coach of the Year Award
Generals’ mentor garners the award for the fourth time after winning his fifth ODAC title.
Erin Ness Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year Award
Generals mentor garners the award for the fourth-straight year and ninth time overall.
Tammi Etheridge Publishes Article in the Florida Law Review
The article examines how antitrust enforcement has led to higher meat prices and how the politicization of food production harms the poor.
Domnica Rădulescu Publishes Her First Book Written Directly in French
The novel, her fourth overall, is titled “Tu viens du pays des vampires” and hit bookshelves in France and Canada in April.
Pete Gyscek Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Golf Coach of the Year
Generals’ mentor garners top conference honor after leading W&L to three tournament wins.
Greg Dresden Publishes Article in The College Mathematics Journal
The professor of mathematics authored a paper and produced illustrations that were used on the cover of the popular journal.
Carrie Stanton Publishes Article in the Wisconsin Law Review
The article explores the risks for both private and public businesses that lack leadership transition plans.
Chris Gavaler to Debut One-Act Play at the Live Arts Waterworks Festival
The professor of English’s show will screen on May 21 and 23 in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Josh Fairfield Publishes Article in the Belmont Law Review
The article critiques the failure of current privacy frameworks to protect workers from the growing encroachment of employer surveillance at home.
Alex Klein Publishes Article in the Northeastern University Law Review
The article examines a legal test developed through a series of cases to determine whether a state’s proposed method of execution constitutes cruel and unusual punishment.
Seth Michelson Set to Publish New Book in October
The associate professor of Spanish shares the stories of undocumented youth held in detention centers and refugee camps in the United States and Mexico.
Locating the Law
In his most recent book, Russell Miller charts the constitutional history of Germany though text and images.
Lucas Morel Selected for Prestigious ACS Mellon Academic Leadership Fellowship
The John K. Boardman Jr. Professor of Politics will use the fellowship to lead W&L’s “Liberating Ideas” initiative.
Politics Professor Publishes New Book
Stu Gray’s publication examines the Bhagavad-Gita through a political perspective.
Melissa Kerin Quoted in ProPublica Article
The professor of art history and director of the Mudd Center for Ethics offered her opinion on the nuances of the return of a Buddha sculpture by the Art Institute of Chicago to the Government of Nepal.
Tim MacDonnell Publishes Article in the South Dakota Law Review
The article examines U.S. Supreme Court jurisprudence in reaction to emergencies such as natural disasters, economic crises, and epidemics.
Business Administration Professor Publishes Book in Tandem with W&L Alumna
Jeff Schatten and Teresa Aires ’19 co-wrote a book on the impacts of artificial intelligence on the workforce.
W&L Law Announces Faculty Appointments and Promotions
Three faculty members were named to endowed professorships, and two other faculty members were promoted.
Law Professor Karen Woody Interviewed by Time Magazine
Woody was interviewed concerning allegations of insider trading related to stock market volatility.
JT Torres to Serve as a Keynote Speaker at the Adolescent Literacy Summit
Torres will present May 16 at the University of Connecticut Graduate Business Learning Center.
Sarah Gottlieb Publishes Chapter in the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Criminology
The chapter examines a trend of prosecutors running for office to use their power to reform the criminal legal system.
Mark Drumbl and Mohamed Kamara Publish New Book on Children’s Fights
The book takes an innovative look at children and violence and features contributions from numerous W&L professors and visiting scholars.
Nationwide Injunctions Scholarship of Suzette Malveaux Gets National Exposure
Her 2017 article “Class Actions, Civil Rights, and the National Injunction” argues against the elimination a key judicial mechanism.
W&L’s Jeff Kosky Publishes New Book
The professor of religion explores the meaning of having a heart.
Dana Freeman Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Indoor Track & Field Coach of the Year
The 12th-year mentor led the Generals to their first indoor conference championship in 16 years.
Mike Dager Named USTFCCCA Regional Assistant Coach of the Year
The head women’s cross country coach and assistant track & field coach helped lead W&L to its first women’s track & field indoor ODAC Championship in 16 years.
Kami Gardner Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Swimming Coach of the Year
Generals’ mentor garners top conference honor after leading W&L to another league title.
W&L Environmental Studies Professor Awarded Mednick Memorial Fellowship
Mauricio Betancourt will receive $2,250 from the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges to support his research on the Peruvian guano trade.
John Tombarge Earns Outstanding Librarian Award
The professor and resource librarian received the honor from the Capital Area Business Academic Librarians.
Josh Fairfield Publishes Article in Oxford Intersections: AI in Society
The article examines how the resource intensive use of AI can exacerbate environmental damage due to the way AI models learn and evolve.
Economics Professor Interviewed for ‘Marketplace’ Podcast
Linda Hooks’ comments were featured during a March 19 segment on the impact of current interest rates on business and consumer spending.
W&L’s Leticia Fernández-Fontecha Publishes New Book
The visiting assistant professor of history explores the history of children’s pain in relation to social and medical perception.
Rebecca Benefiel Featured in PBS NOVA Documentary on Ancient Pompeii
Benefiel is among a host of experts that reveal the truths about the social and economic makeup of the city before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
W&L’s J.T. Torres Co-Authors New Book
The director of the Harte Center for Teaching and Learning examines the relationship between critical thinking and writing.
Alex Klein Publishes “Kennedy v. Louisiana and the Future of the Eight Amendment” in the Pepperdine Law Review
This article addresses the potential for overruling Kennedy v. Louisiana and what that may mean for the future of the Eighth Amendment’s Cruel and Unusual Punishments Clause.
Jon Eastwood Publishes New Book
The professor of sociology’s book, titled “Social Structure: Relationships, Representations and Rules,” was released on Feb. 26.
Catherine Smith Publishes Article in the Duke Journal of Constitutional Law & Public Policy
The article argues that in analyzing children’s equal protection claims, courts engage in a series of analytical traps in reliance on an adult rights-bearing archetype, stifling young people’s rights.
W&L’s Lesley Wheeler Publishes New Book
The English professor’s poetry collection explores natural and human transformation.
Maureen Edobor Publishes “Brnovich: Extratextual Textualism” in the Penn Journal of Constitutional Law
The article examines a key U.S. Supreme Court decision focused on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
Elizabeth Oliver Receives Lifetime Service Award
Oliver was presented with the American Accounting Association’s Jim Benjamin Lifetime Service Award at the organization’s Leadership in Accounting Education Section Seminar on Feb. 14.
Kish Parella Appointed to European Corporate Governance Institute as Research Member
ECGI is an international organization that provides a platform for debate and dialogue on corporate governance.
Jay Margalus receives VIVA Open Adopt Grant
The professor of entrepreneurship and leadership will use the funds to create an open-source materials course.
Mark Drumbl Launches New Books in Stockholm, The Hague, Cambridge, and Prague
The books are among three new works Drumbl released in the last year.
Brandon Hasbrouck Publishes “Insurrection and Black Political Participation” in the California Law Review
The article explores the Supreme Court's jurisprudence in relation to the Fourteenth Amendment.
Shane Lynch Named Lead Instructor for International Choral Conducting Course
W&L’s director of choral activities will serve as an expert guest tutor at The Cork International Choral Festival.
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.
