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Meg Smith ’12 Named a ‘40 Under 40’ by The Roanoker Magazine

The chief operating officer for MKB, Realtors was recognized for her significant impact on the real estate industry and community in Southwest Virginia.

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W&L Welcomes New Trustee Joelle James Phillips ’95L

Joelle James Phillips ‘95L joined the Washington and Lee University Board of Trustees on Feb. 7, at the board’s winter meeting in Lexington, Virginia.

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High-wire Act

Whether he is trying a case or drumming with a jazz band, Curtis Joseph ’93, ’96L doesn’t miss a beat.

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On Our Honor

Past presidents of Washington and Lee University’s Executive Committee reflect on how it prepared them for a life of values-driven leadership.

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Appreciating the Sweetness of Life

As a radiation oncologist, Dr. Olivia Claire Ball ’09 cherishes the humanity and connection she cultivates with her patients.

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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.

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Lily Webster ’22, Billy Webster ‘79, and Will Webster ’20

Generations of Generosity

The importance of philanthropy is a value that Billy Webster ’79 instilled in his children from a young age.

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Inaugural W&L Policy Forum Explores Key Political and Economic Issues

More than 100 participants gathered to discuss cybersecurity, trade policies and the future of U.S. policy.

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Kitty and Jim Farrar '74 in W&L Athletics Hall of Fame.

Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony to Celebrate Endowment Honoring the Farrars

The James D. Farrar Jr. ’74 and Katharine Capito Farrar Endowment supports the Athletics Hall of Fame and will help fund athletics-related student opportunities.

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W&L Welcomes Young Alumni Back to Campus With Record-Breaking Attendance From Newest Graduates

Alumni enjoyed one another’s company and a variety of reunion festivities honoring the classes of 2014 and 2019 and celebrating the QuestBridge 10th anniversary and reunion.

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W&L Alumni Receive Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarships

Three Washington and Lee University graduates received scholarships from the National Leadership Honor Society to support graduate and professional study.

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