See What's Happening on Campus
Check out upcoming events, the latest photos from Lexington, and what students are up to with the resources below.
W&L Families
Information for Parents and Families
Parents and families are a vital part of the W&L community. The resources on this page will keep you up to date on what's happening in Lexington, and to provide quick access to information that will help your student thrive throughout their four years on campus.
The Family Connection Newsletter
Stay Connected
This publication is designed to communicate the latest news for parents and families. The monthly newsletter complements other university channels to help keep families informed about life on campus.
The First-Year Experience
Student Success
W&L's First-Year Experience Program helps new students to acclimate to college life as they develop intellectually, emotionally, and socially.
Featured Events
We look forward to seeing you on campus--and encourage you to connect with other W&L parents and alumni in your hometown.
Law: May 12, 2023 || Undergraduate: May 25, 2023
Commencement
The 168th commencement ceremony for the law school will take place Friday, May 12, at 10 a.m. on the Front Lawn. The 236th undergraduate commencement will take place Thursday, May 25, at 10 a.m. on the Front Lawn. The Baccalaureate Service will occur Wednesday, May 24, at 10 a.m., also on the Front Lawn. Both commencement ceremonies will be broadcast live online.
Oct. 6 – 8, 2023
Parents and Family Weekend
The university has identified the dates for the next Parents and Family Weekend: Oct. 6 - 8, 2023. Registration and other information about the weekend will be shared well in advance of the event. We hope you can join us on campus!
Chapter Events
In Your City
W&L has over 75 alumni chapters in the U.S. and abroad. From Summer Send-Off parties for new students to Welcome to the City events for recent graduates, parents are invited to attend local chapter events as part of the W&L community.
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Student Affairs Staff
W&L is a close-knit community, and most students will get to know the staff within the Division of Student Affairs, which works with all aspects of student life, both inside and outside the classroom.
Sidney Evans
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Sidney oversees the majority of student life and student services functions at W&L, collaborating with various constituents in order to meet the developmental needs of our students.
David Leonard
Dean of Student Life
David assists with the overall management and direction for numerous departments and programs in the Division of Student Affairs, including the Class Deans, Residential Life, First-Year Experience, Leadership Development, Student Activities and Outdoor Recreation.
Tammy Futrell
Dean for Diversity, Inclusion and Student Engagement
Tammy is responsible for providing leadership and vision for student diversity and inclusion programming, services and initiatives within the division of Students Affairs.
Jason Rodocker
Associate Dean of Students and Dean for First-Year Experience
Jason is a resource for new undergraduates from the time they commit to W&L to the time they begin their sophomore year.
Ronda M. Bryant
Associate Dean of Students
Ronda serves as the primary resource for first-years. She brings 20 years of professional experience in a number of areas, including advising and academic support.
Kim Hodge
Assistant Dean of Students
Kim Hodge serves as an Assistant Dean of Students
Kyle McCoil
Assistant Dean of Students and Dean of Sophomores
Kyle serves as the primary resource for sophomores and for transfer students. In addition to his role as an assistant class dean, he serves as the primary adviser for W&L’s Interfraternity Council and National Pan-Hellenic Council.
Megan Hobbs
Associate Dean of Students and Dean of Juniors and Seniors
Megan serves as the primary resource for juniors, seniors, and transfer students, developing partnerships and offering programs and resource referrals that will complement and enhance their college experience. In addition to her work as a class dean, she serves as co-director of the AIM initiative and co-adviser to the LEAD Program.
