Lifelong Learning Campus Programs

W&L's commitment to lifelong learning extends long after graduation.

Upcoming Programs

Recent Programs

Law and Literature Weekend Seminar

David Guterson's The Final Case
October 27 - 28, 2023

Family Adventure in Science and Technology

(for Past Family Adventure Participants)
July 12 - 15, 2023

Family Adventure in Science Outdoors

(for new Family Adventure Participants)
July 9 - 12, 2023

Institute for Honor Symposium: McDonald's vs. Putin

March 3 - 4, 2023

Contact Us

P: 540-458-8723
F: 540-458-8478
E: lifelong@wlu.edu 
Office of Lifelong Learning
Washington and Lee University
204 W Washington Street
Lexington, Virginia 24450

Accommodations and Dining

Home Away From Home
Enjoy the beautiful environs of Lexington and Rockbridge County. Participants in summer Alumni College programs stay on campus. Participants in weekend seminars stay in local inns, with meals and programming on campus.
On Campus Housing for Summer Programs Lexington Inns for Weekend Seminars Lexington Dining

Campus Program Fees

What's Included?
As many participants testify each year, the Alumni College remains a bargain vacation. Our comprehensive fee, designed merely to recover W&L's costs, includes 10 meals, all instruction, books, films, performances, and incidentals.
Price Structure

Testimonials

"We were first time attendees, and our expectations (which were high to begin with) were exceeded!"

"Another magnificent revisiting of this great university town!"

"I was pleasantly surprised that such a broad swath of history could be adequately covered in a one-week Alumni College. Every lecture brought fresh insights about Rome's role in history and impact on civilization."

"What a joy to see people so knowledgeable and at ease with their subject matter. The high energy, enthusiasm, and sense of humor of the faculty was contagious. They are a credit to W&L."

"We had a wonderful time in every way. You nourished us: heart, mind, body, and soul. Thank you so very much."

"As a first-time participant, this program was a wonderful introduction to the Alumni College. I was very impressed by the format, staff, and amenities. Would definitely return."

"This is a high-quality program in content, teaching, and facilities."

"The quote by President Dudley comes to mind. I'll paraphrase: 'Awareness of one's ignorance is a virtue.' The value of the course was not so much what I did learn but what I now want to learn.