“Reinterred and Reinterpreted:” Needs Revision
Repeated historical inaccuracies are undermining the credibility of Washington and Lee’s museums project.
It’s Not Enough for Washington and Lee to “Understand and Appreciate” its History
It is essential that the next President proactively enhance historical awareness on campus and embrace all of the University’s history.
The President W&L Needs
Washington and Lee’s next president must possess certain traits to maintain the university’s prestige and traditions, and to avoid repeating recent mistakes.
Curriculum Reform and Diversifying Faculty Hiring: A Necessary Reform in Higher Education
Washington and Lee and other universities should return to a more traditional course offering and intentionally diversify their faculty.
Reject a Two-Tiered Honor System
Proposed amendments to the White Book will shift responsibility for enforcing the Honor System away from elected representatives, creating two separate honor standards for law and undergraduate students.
Reject a Two-Tiered Honor System
Proposed amendments to the White Book will shift responsibility for enforcing the Honor System away from elected representatives, creating two separate honor standards for law and undergraduate students.
Three Candidates Compete for EC Presidency
By the end of today, John Beekman Youngblood ‘27, Stepan Onyschuk ‘27, or Zane Openshaw ‘27L will be President-Elect of the Executive Committee.
Is Grade Inflation a Problem?
W&L and universities nationwide question if and how to handle rising expectations and results.
Continued Action in Iran Preserves American Hegemony
Although Operation Epic Fury is a start, further action is needed in Iran to recapture the regional security promised by the Carter Doctrine and to gain a strategic advantage on our rivals.
As Endowment Underperforms, W&L Questions Investment Approach
University Investment Committee examines Makena Capital partnership and conservative investment strategy after endowment underperformance contributes to budget constraints.
From Omaha Beach to the Colonnade
Mr. Thomas P. Rideout ‘63 describes his recent trip to the French World War II memorial and military history in universities.
Court Packing: Democracy’s Dagger
A core threat to the rule of law moves in silence, and it is up to us to expose it.
Open Up “Open” Hearings
We must address the needlessly and self-defeatingly secretive process.
The Single Sanction is the Essence of the Honor System
The two institutions are inseparably linked, a reality we must acknowledge to improve the Honor System.
The Spectator Presents: Guy Benson
As part of The Spectator’s America 250 speaker series, Benson will discuss his experience as a professional journalist and the need for a free press in the era of America’s 250th anniversary.
The Spectator Presents: Jonathan Arnott
The Spectator and the College Republicans will host Jonathan Arnott, a British politician and former Member of the European Parliament
The Faithful Speak, the Sovereign Trembles
Moderate Catholics are one of the most consequential segments of the electorate.
W&L Faculty Pay Declines Relative to Peer Institutions
Washington and Lee experiences declining faculty pay compared to peer institutions, but still outperforms with cost-of-living adjustments.
Rockbridge-Area Election Candidates Discuss Their Races
Statewide race results reveal sweeping changes, but local races mostly preserve the status quo.
Catherine Herridge Speaks on Press Freedom and Integrity
In the face of challenges to First Amendment rights, Herridge argues that independent journalists may carry the torch for the future of press freedom.