The W&L Spectator 10/16/25 The W&L Spectator 10/16/25

Lexington Reacts to Lee’s Death

October 12 served as the 155th anniversary of the death of Robert E. Lee.

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.

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.

The W&L Spectator 5/7/25 The W&L Spectator 5/7/25

Historical Highlight: A Student Under General Lee

An aged alumnus looks back at the stern yet kindly leadership of President Robert E. Lee.

The W&L Spectator 2/16/25 The W&L Spectator 2/16/25

Historical Highlight: Teddy Roosevelt Praises Robert E. Lee

A kind commendation of General Lee by President Roosevelt during the Lee Centennial of 1907

Akash Abraham, ‘28 2/16/25 Akash Abraham, ‘28 2/16/25

VMI Hosts Debate on Controversial Monuments

Braver Angels debate discusses whether “oppressive” monuments should be removed.

Ella Wong, '27 1/29/25 Ella Wong, '27 1/29/25

Conversations with Participants of Lee-Jackson Day

Participants share their opinions on the holiday and its connection to Washington and Lee University.

Dominic Vogelbacher, '27, and Emerson Cardoza, '28 1/29/25 Dominic Vogelbacher, '27, and Emerson Cardoza, '28 1/29/25

The Generals Redoubt Celebrates Founders’ Day at Fancy Hill

The alumni organization celebrated “one of the most significant traditions at W&L.”

James Eustis, '27 1/24/25 James Eustis, '27 1/24/25

W&L Grapples with Central Role in Lee-Jackson Day

A parade honoring Confederate leaders draws passionate enthusiasm and intense criticism.

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

Historical Highlight: “Recollections and Letters of General Robert E. Lee”

A century-old book review by William Taylor Thom, Class of 1869

M. Neely Young, Ph.D., '66 10/2/24 M. Neely Young, Ph.D., '66 10/2/24

Robert E. Lee and Education in the “New South”

The college president advocated a vision later adopted by educators throughout the South.

Kamron M. Spivey, '24 10/2/24 Kamron M. Spivey, '24 10/2/24

Book Review: Un-Cancel Robert E. Lee

Alumnus Gib Kerr pens a forceful defense of Lee while failing to bridge the generational divide.

The W&L Spectator 10/2/24 The W&L Spectator 10/2/24

Historical Highlight: Abolitionists Vouch for President Lee

This highlight features excerpts from an 1868 pamphlet fundraising for Washington College under President Robert E. Lee.

M. Neely Young, Ph.D., '66 10/2/24 M. Neely Young, Ph.D., '66 10/2/24

Robert E. Lee and the “New South”

An honest retrospective of Lee’s role in redefining the post-war South.

Andrew L. Thompson, '25 6/26/24 Andrew L. Thompson, '25 6/26/24

Mike Pence Discusses How to Approach America’s History

The former Vice President examines Robert E. Lee, other topics at student press conference.

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

Can Conservatives be Anti-Racist?

Looking back on antebellum America, there is much to criticize…

Philip Leigh 5/23/24 Philip Leigh 5/23/24

Letter to the Editor: Naming Commission

Caden Brousseau, '27 5/14/24 Caden Brousseau, '27 5/14/24

Naming Commission Historian Rationalizes Name Changes in Campus Talk

Robert E. Lee “truly led to the deaths of I think more American soldiers than any enemy we have faced,” said historian Connor Williams…

The W&L Spectator 5/1/24 The W&L Spectator 5/1/24

Historical Highlight: Student Requests for Scholarship under President Lee

Jeffrey Duke Southmayd, '73 4/30/24 Jeffrey Duke Southmayd, '73 4/30/24

Whom does the Board think they’re convincing?

The university no longer honors George Washington and Robert E. Lee, so stop telling us you do…

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