The Williams School
of Commerce, Economics and Politics
Established in 1905, the Williams School of Commerce, Economics and Politics is distinct among its peers–offering a business education within a larger liberal arts curriculum. In fact, Washington and Lee University is the only top tier liberal arts college in the United States to claim a nationally accredited commerce school. The Williams School has been fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) since 1927. Student outcomes for Washington and Lee University are available from the Office of Accreditation and Institutional Research.
W&L Student Accepted into Public Policy and International Affairs Program
Lucas Kim ’27 will participate in the program this summer at Princeton University.
Meet Bella Ferrate ’26
Ferrate chose W&L for its accredited Williams School and the ability to embrace the liberal arts experience.
Icy Keneah ’26 Named to Allstate NACDA Good Works Team
The senior women’s basketball player was one of 20 winter sports athletes honored nationwide for volunteerism and civic engagement.
Ehi Rajsky Co-Authors Paper Published in the AICPA Tax Advisor Journal
The assistant professor of accounting was joined by two W&L students to produce a paper titled “Effects of the OBBBA on Higher Education.”
Students Help Shape Library Life Through Advisory Board
W&L’s Library Student Advisory Board allows students to have a voice in the university library’s events and initiatives.
Politics Professor Speaks in the Great Hall at the Library of Congress
Brian Alexander participated in a moderated discussion on his new book “Jefferson’s Manual of Parliamentary Practice.”
Pooja Thakur-Wernz and Aliaa Bassiouny Collaborate to Publish Paper in the Critical Perspectives on International Business Journal
The professors co-authored an article titled “Family Ownership and Institutional Voids: Evidence from SMEs in Egypt.”
A Culture of Kindness
Jenny Galeana ’26 arrived on campus as a Gunn-Pemberton Scholar in 2025 and found a welcoming community that inspires her to be her best.
Educational Odyssey
Ashton Evans ’26 reflects on a W&L experience full of mentorship, global learning and skills she will carry with her for life.
From the Sidelines to the World Stage
Kaylee Hartung ’07 will cover two of the world’s premier sporting events during a single month.
Career Connections
The W&L network is perhaps most illustrative in the early-career assistance and opportunities our alumni provide to current students.
Refining an Industry
Eric Herrera ’20 was recently named to the 2026 Forbes 30 Under 30 list for his work with chemical manufacturing startup MaverickX, which he cofounded with Jesse Evans ’20.