The W&L Spectator 11/6/25 The W&L Spectator 11/6/25

Riding Into Freedom

Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 11/6/25 Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 11/6/25

What is an Honor Violation? The White Book Can’t Tell You.

To save the Honor System, we must reintroduce an objective foundation of morality and truth.

Alex Kagan, '27 11/1/25 Alex Kagan, '27 11/1/25

W&L Community Discusses Honor System’s Enforcement

Respondents to a student poll offer dozens of potential changes to the Honor System.

Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 10/26/25 Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 10/26/25

Exclusive Interview With Representative Ben Cline

Cline discussed higher education in the context of the Trump administration and Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

Alex Kagan, '27 10/24/25 Alex Kagan, '27 10/24/25

W&L Community Discusses Honor System Reforms

Respondents to a student poll offer dozens of potential changes to the Honor System.

The W&L Spectator 10/22/25 The W&L Spectator 10/22/25

The Spectator Hosts Vigil Honoring Charlie Kirk

The Spectator, joined by over 100 community members, commemorated the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk.

The W&L Spectator 10/19/25 The W&L Spectator 10/19/25

The Best Local Restaurants Near W&L

Lexington’s restaurant scene has a few that stand out for their price and walkability.

James Eustis, '27 10/18/25 James Eustis, '27 10/18/25

The Spectator Presents: Catherine Herridge

The award-winning investigative journalist will discuss “The State of Modern Journalism.”

Alex Kagan, '27 10/16/25 Alex Kagan, '27 10/16/25

W&L Students Polled on Honor System

Respondents to a student poll remain mostly favorable on the Honor System, but question the Single Sanction and highlight other issues.

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.

Louisa Rudolph, '28 10/16/25 Louisa Rudolph, '28 10/16/25

W&L’s Fluctuating Academic Rankings

Washington and Lee’s place among elite American colleges remains inconsistent.

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.

The W&L Spectator 10/13/25 The W&L Spectator 10/13/25

Washington Given Command

George Washington confides in his wife about the daunting task of commanding the ragtag Continental Army.

The W&L Spectator 10/11/25 The W&L Spectator 10/11/25

The Best Outdoor Activities Near W&L

Lexington and its surrounding environment offer a treasure trove of outdoor activities.

an anonymous alumnus 9/27/25 an anonymous alumnus 9/27/25

An End to Wall Street’s Greatest Loophole?

An impending tax change could affect the sought-after private equity industry.

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.

James Eustis, '27 9/22/25 James Eustis, '27 9/22/25

Several W&L Students Mock Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

The online versus in-person responses to Kirk’s killing drew a contrasting picture.

Veronica Cargill, ‘27 9/19/25 Veronica Cargill, ‘27 9/19/25

My Russian Summer Immersion Experience

My time at Middlebury College was challenging, but immensely rewarding.

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 9/16/25 Simon Rózsa, '28 9/16/25

W&L Slavic Society Builds Community, Raises Questions

The newly-founded student group aims to “celebrate Slavic heritage.”

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