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Meet a Colleague: Grace Miller

Grace Miller serves as assistant director of fraternity and sorority life.

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Where Tradition Meets Entrepreneurship: The University Store’s Student and Alumni Connection

The University Store has become an unexpected incubator, offering a platform to launch and grow entrepreneurial ventures.

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Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 12/11/25

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

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Meet a Colleague: Paul Youngman

Paul Youngman serves as Dean of the College and professor of German.

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Midnight Breakfast: A Tradition Worth Staying Up For

Since 1992, the W&L community has come together to provide students with sustenance and camaraderie during finals week.

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The Perfect Match

Washington and Lee students connect with local schools through the Burish Program. 

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President William C. Dudley

William C. Dudley Named President of Claremont McKenna College

He will complete the current academic year at W&L and begin his new role on July 1, 2026.

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Meet a Colleague: Billy Chase

Billy Chase is the senior graphic designer in the Office of Communication and Public Affairs.

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Meet W&L’s AI Fellow: Your Guide to Navigating Artificial Intelligence

Sybil Prince Nelson ’01 helps faculty, staff and students discover how to use AI responsibly and effectively — from designing assignments to understanding when human creativity should take the lead.

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Meet a Colleague: Brea Moore

Brea Moore is an AmeriCorps VISTA working with the Office of Community-Based Learning.

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Paul Youngman Named Dean of the College at Washington and Lee University

Washington and Lee University has named Paul Youngman as dean of the College following a competitive national search. Youngman, associate provost for academic development and operations and professor of German at W&L, has been serving as interim dean of the College since July 1, 2025.

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Newcomb Hall

Get to Know the Newest Members of the W&L Community – 11/12/25

The following individuals recently joined the Washington and Lee employee workforce.

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Dates and Deadlines


Jan 06 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rich Carroll from TIAA will be here on January 6, 2026

If you would like to schedule an appointment to meet with Rich Carroll regarding your TIAA retirement account, he w

Jan 07 - 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Patrick Abelon from SageView will be here on January 7, 2026

If you would like to make an appointment to meet with Patrick Abelon for personal financial planning through SageVi

Jan 15 - 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Health Advocate Happiness Webinar Jan 15 FREE

Happiness matters—it affects how we feel, perform, and connect in both our personal and professional lives. Researc

Jan 15 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Health Advocate Webinar on Happiness Jan 15

Happiness matters—it affects how we feel, perform, and connect in both our personal and professional lives. Researc

Jan 27 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rich Carroll from TIAA will be here on January 27, 2026

If you would like to schedule an appointment to meet with Rich Carroll regarding your TIAA retirement account, he w

Feb 04 - 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Patrick Abelon from SageView will be here on February 4, 2026

If you would like to make an appointment to meet with Patrick Abelon for personal financial planning through SageVi

Feb 10 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rich Carroll from TIAA will be here on February 10, 2026

If you would like to schedule an appointment to meet with Rich Carroll regarding your TIAA retirement account, he w

Apr 23 - 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Live Well W&L 5K Fun Run/Walk

Please join us for the 9th Annual Live Well W&L 5K Fun Run/Walk. Info and free registration can be found at

Apr 24 - 9:00 am - 11:00 am

RAIN DATE: Live Well W&L 5K Fun Run/Walk

Please join us for the 9th Annual Live Well W&L 5K Fun Run/Walk. Info and free registration can be

May 20 - 6:30 am - 10:30 am

FINAL ON-CAMPUS Biometric Screenings of the wellness year! (by appointment only)

Sign up through your Live Well W&L account: click on My Health&nbsp

Events on Campus


Enjoy a Festive 2025 Holiday Season

The W&L community celebrates the 2025 holiday season with a wide variety of campus and local events.

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Museums at WLU

Art Museum and Galleries at W&L: Winter 2026 Programs and Exhibitions

Explore exhibitions and collections at the Art Museum and Galleries with select programming through May.

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W&L’s Staniar Gallery Presents Joey Fauerso’s ‘In a Classroom’

The solo exhibition will open Jan. 8, 2026, with an artist’s talk slated for Jan. 13.

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Lloyd Tanlu to Deliver Lecture in Honor of His Appointment to the Ehrick Kilner Haight Sr. Term Professorship

Tanlu’s discussion, “Designing Control Systems: How Structure and Syntax Impact Organizational Outcomes,” will be held Jan. 14 in Northen Auditorium.

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W&L Presents ‘Putting Soul Back into Fashion’ with Blues Singer Bette Smith

In addition to her Jan. 15 performance, Smith will host a “listening party” and a blues theme dinner on Jan. 14.

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Dinner and Discussion Featuring Brandon Hasbrouck ’11L and Blake D. Morant to Headline W&L’s 2026 MLK Celebration

The discussion will explore Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and his impact on democracy.

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Faculty and Staff Accomplishments


Nathaniel Goldberg Publishes New Book

The professor of philosophy’s book, “Philosophy of the History of Philosophy,” was published in November.

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JT Torres Authors New Book

Titled “Teaching, Learning, and Caring in Higher Education,” the book illustrates how to cultivate relationships to create an interdependent classroom.

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Catherine Smith Honored with SALT Human Rights Award

The award from the Society of American Law Teachers recognizes the contributions of individuals or groups who are tireless advocates for human rights, equality, and justice.

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Brandon Spalding Named ODAC and NCAA South Region Men’s Cross Country Coach of the Year

The Generals’ 13th-year mentor was recognized for leading W&L to one of its best seasons in program history.

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Mike Dager Named ODAC Women’s Cross Country Coach of the Year

The Generals’ 12th-year mentor received the award for the sixth time in his career.

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Nathaniel Graves Receives Award from the National Association for Higher Education Parent/Family Program Professionals

The W&L assistant dean for first-year experience was cited for his work at Denison University.

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Joey Barretta Published in American Political Thought

The visiting assistant professor of politics authored a paper titled “Frederick Douglass’s Five-Decade Fight Against Colonization.”

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Brian Alexander Publishes New Book

The associate professor of politics brings Thomas Jefferson’s definitive word on the rules for Congress to print.

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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.

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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.

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Hannah Phillips Appointed as a Small School Representative for the Virginia Association of College and University Housing Officers

The associate director of housing and residence life will advocate for small school residential needs.

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Scene on Campus

Scene on Campus is a frequently updated collection of candid photos highlighting W&L campus life.


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