Lifelong Learning
Rekindle the wonder of discovery and the goodwill that naturally comes with it
Campus Programs
The campus programs encourage you to satisfy your enduring curiosity about the world and to think about the arts and sciences, current events, history, literature, and philosophy, while in the company of experts from the W&L community and beyond. Alumni College, Wonderweek, and the weekend seminars — Law & Literature, Institute for Honor, and Tom Wolfe — offer options for the entire family.
Travel Programs
The W&L Travel Program offers opportunities to get to know the world firsthand, to experience different cultures, to appreciate new world views, and to savor the inspiring beauty and history of other lands. The education adventure tours are led by experts, creating memorable travel experiences for W&L alumni, families, and friends.
W&L At Home
Convenient access to timely topics, cutting edge research, and thought-provoking discussions about literature and the arts is the hallmark of W&L At Home. The program offers live online webinars on current issues; the W&L After Class podcast featuring university faculty; the W&L Virtual Book Club; and a treasure trove of recorded lectures in the Archives. You’re never far from your next lifelong learning adventure.
"There’s not enough space here to say how absolutely wonderful, amazing, incredible, awesome and fabulous the safari was! Each day better than the day before, each place so beautiful and awe-inspiring. The weather was perfect, the wildlife viewing beyond my wildest dreams!"
Past Travel Program Participant
Lifelong Learning
- P: 540-458-8723
- E: lifelong@wlu.edu
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Lifelong Learning
Washington and Lee University
204 W Washington Street
Lexington, VA 24450
Here to guide your next adventure
The staff of the Office of Lifelong Learning are here to to help further your journey.
James Lambert
Director of Lifelong Learning
- P: 540-458-8724
- E: jlambert@wlu.edu
James Lambert began serving as Director of Lifelong Learning in July 2025. Previously he served as Provost and professor of English at Southern Virginia University, and prior to that worked as Chair of the English Department at the American University of Kuwait. He received an MA in American Literature at University of Arizona and a doctorate in Early Modern British Literature at the University of Iowa. He has published on Shakespeare, Milton, and a smattering of Renaissance poets and religious thinkers, and he continues to think about teaching, learning, and everything in between. In addition to his work as the Director of Lifelong Learning, James is also the host and executive producer of the W&L After Class Podcast and has a courtesy appointment as professor in the English Department.
Lisa D’Amelio
Assistant Director of Lifelong Learning
- P: 540-458-8916
- E: ldamelio@wlu.edu
Lisa joined the Lifelong Learning office in 2021, driven by her passion for education and travel. She supports the travel program, manages the virtual book club, and oversees campus programs. Before coming to W&L in 2018, Lisa spent over 20 years in various educational roles, including teaching ESOL in Rockbridge County, providing Spanish enrichment at local elementary schools, and teaching English in Mexico. She holds a master’s in education from Wilmington University in Delaware.
Danielle Taylor
Office Assistant of Lifelong Learning
Danielle joined the Office of Lifelong Learning in April 2025, bringing her love of events and data integrity to support the office’s operations. She maintains records for the virtual book club, travel programs, campus programs, and podcast, ensuring accuracy across the office’s offerings. Before joining W&L, Danielle worked in event and project administration with Christian Medical and Dental Associations. She is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Liberty University Online.