Washington and Lee Commemorates Veterans Day
The W&L community gathered to honor the military service of current and retired members of the staff, faculty and student body.
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AI Conversations on Campus
W&L’s forward-thinking mindset surrounding the emergence of AI leads to engaged classwork, research and discussions.
Law School Exceeds Annual Goal, Sets New Campaign Target
Generous law alumni, parents and friends contributed over $1.4 million to the W&L Law Fund in the 2024-25 fiscal year.
W&L Law Increases Campaign Goal After Record-Breaking Fundraising Year
Following Washington and Lee University School of Law’s record-breaking fundraising year, the Board of Trustees approved a new goal of $55 million for the school last October for Leading Lives of Consequence: The Campaign for Washington and Lee.
Law Student Helps W&L Running Program Reach Historic Heights
First-year law student Cassie Carr ‘27L helped the Generals Cross Country and Track teams rewrite the record books.
In Case You Missed It
Student Organization Spotlight: SEIPLS
The Sports, Entertainment, and Intellectual Property Law Society provides students with practical exposure to the law and opportunities to compete in external competitions.
Student Organization Spotlight: APALSA
The Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA) serves as a social, academic, cultural, and professional resource for both students from Asian Pacific areas and students who are interested in Asian cultures.
High-wire Act
Whether he is trying a case or drumming with a jazz band, Curtis Joseph ’93, ’96L doesn’t miss a beat.
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.
Minor Focus: Law, Justice and Society
W&L's Law, Justice and Society minor examines legal concepts from an interdisciplinary lens.
The Privilege of Service
Clarke family's gift to support Law School financial need
Anonymous Donor’s $2.5M Gift Propels Law School Scholarships
Matching challenge aims to help alleviate student debt.
‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Mark Drumbl
In this month’s episode, Professor Drumbl examines the function and limitations of law through his experiences, research and teachings in mass violence and human rights.
VCU Professor Jessica Trisko Darden to Lecture on Women and Nazi-Era War Crimes
The lecture is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. in Sydney Lewis Hall Classroom B
Law School Announces Transitions in Career Strategy Office
Freda Coleman-Jackson has been named Interim Assistant Dean of Career Strategy, taking over for Cliff Jarrett '91L, who departs the law school this month.
From Big Law to Foreign Assets
Chrishon McManus ’14L—attorney and competitive swimmer—radiates calm when it counts.
Record Breaker
W&L Law student Charles Scharf '25L ran school best times in the 5K and 10K, all while dealing with the rigors of 1L year.
W&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.
Meet 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.
Michelle 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.
Meet 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.
Meet a Colleague: Brianne Kleinert
Brianne Kleinert is a Senior Legal Assistant and works with the Immigrant Rights Clinic, the Tax Clinic, and Externship Programs.
Double Time at W&L
Young alumna and current law student Cat Spencer '20, '23L shares her perspective on W&L and giving back.
Anywhere Can Be Somewhere
W&L Law students and Ed Walker '96L bring his unique brand of community-based real estate development to Buena Vista.
Status and Justice in Law, Religion and Society Conference Presents Two Keynote Speakers
Clifford Ando’s and Winnifred Fallers Sullivan’s lectures are free and open to the public.
W&L Introduces Minor in Legal Studies
The Law, Justice, and Society Program offers an interdisciplinary approach to legal studies that draws from faculty and resources in all three schools at Washington and Lee University.
Destined for Public Service
Balen Essak '20 interviews Maisie Osteen '14L about her experiences with the Shepherd Program and as an assistant public defender.
W&L to Host Talk with ‘One of the World’s Principal Observers of Democracy’
In his talk, which is free and open to the public, Mounk will discuss the rise of populism around the world.
Rush Commentaries Featured in Multiple Media Outlets
Mark Rush, Waxberg Professor of Politics and Law at W&L, has recently discussed constitutional amendments, 3D-printed guns and electoral maps.
Former W&L President Robert E.R. Huntley dies at 68
Robert Edward Royall Huntley, president of Washington and Lee University from 1968 to 1983, died on Dec. 10, 2015, in Lexington. He was 86.
