Kamron M. Spivey, '24 6/9/26 Kamron M. Spivey, '24 6/9/26

“Reinterred and Reinterpreted:” Needs Revision

Repeated historical inaccuracies are undermining the credibility of Washington and Lee’s museums project.

Iain MacLeod, '22 5/31/26 Iain MacLeod, '22 5/31/26

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 Spectator Editorial Staff 5/5/26 The Spectator Editorial Staff 5/5/26

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.

Alex Kagan, '27 12/5/25 Alex Kagan, '27 12/5/25

President Dudley To Resign, Take Claremont McKenna Presidency

The longtime Washington and Lee president’s tenure is set to end in the summer of 2026.

The Spectator Editorial Staff 10/13/25 The Spectator Editorial Staff 10/13/25

W&L Must Live by Its Mottos

Washington and Lee’s presentation of history violates the goal of a liberal arts education.

Alex Kagan, '27 9/23/25 Alex Kagan, '27 9/23/25

Introductory Note from the Editor-in-Chief

Editor-in-Chief Alex Kagan describes his goals for The Spectator.

Andrew L. Thompson, '25 9/16/25 Andrew L. Thompson, '25 9/16/25

The Menace of Mandatory On-Campus Senior Housing

A plan for 100 additional beds poses an existential threat too close for comfort.

Simon Rózsa, '28 9/14/25 Simon Rózsa, '28 9/14/25

W&L Community Endures Summer Power Outage

Staff, faculty and students faced the construction mishap in the middle of a heat wave.

Will Wright, ‘28 9/8/25 Will Wright, ‘28 9/8/25

W&L’s Free Speech Ranking Slips

The recently published report shows a renewed dip in the university’s openness and freedom of expression.

Andrew L. Thompson, '25 9/7/25 Andrew L. Thompson, '25 9/7/25

Farewell Note from Former Editor-in-Chief

Former editor Andrew Thompson reflects on his time at W&L and its future.

Will Wright, ‘28 7/31/25 Will Wright, ‘28 7/31/25

Interim Dean Youngman Discusses W&L’s Future

Paul Youngman addresses his goals as dean of the college and the future of academia.

The Spectator Editorial Staff 12/5/24 The Spectator Editorial Staff 12/5/24

The Numbered Days of DEI

Let’s hope this year brought the last round of DEI training.

The W&L Spectator 12/5/24 The W&L Spectator 12/5/24

Lord of the Deans: They’re Too Townward

Nathan Gilbert, '27 5/15/24 Nathan Gilbert, '27 5/15/24

From the Archives: Presidential Interviews, 1995 and 2016

Segments from interviews with Presidents John Elrod (1995-2001) and William Dudley (2017-)

Andrew L. Thompson, '25 10/5/23 Andrew L. Thompson, '25 10/5/23

The Bureaucratic Quashing of Free Speech

The University can deter events through vague rules, despite pro-speech statements.

an anonymous student 10/5/23 an anonymous student 10/5/23

"One Bad Apple Spoils the Bunch"

Henry Haden, '25 7/16/23 Henry Haden, '25 7/16/23

University Installs New Headstone, Releases Statement

The Spectator Editorial Staff 7/14/23 The Spectator Editorial Staff 7/14/23

Traveller’s headstone removed, not yet replaced

The headstone, placed over fifty years ago during the interment of Robert E. Lee’s favorite horse, was removed this morning, on June 14, 2023. The removal came just days after university officials removed three other plaques across campus, including one on the Lee House stables honoring Traveller’s last home.

Iain MacLeod, '22 5/16/23 Iain MacLeod, '22 5/16/23

For What Sort of Honor System is "The W&L Spectator" Advocating?

Kamron M. Spivey, '24 5/16/23 Kamron M. Spivey, '24 5/16/23

Hey W&L, Stop Ignoring Robert E. Lee

Like it or not, he is still buried on campus | By Kamron M. Spivey, ‘24

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