The W&L Spectator 11/8/24 The W&L Spectator 11/8/24

October Monthly Recap

An overview of important events that occured in October.

James Eustis, '27 11/5/24 James Eustis, '27 11/5/24

Trump Rallies in Virginia Days Before Election

On the weekend before election day, Trump made an unexpected stop in Salem.

Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 10/25/24 Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 10/25/24

W&L Gets $132 Million Gift

Renowned investor Bill Miller’s gift enables move to permanent need-blind admissions.

David Lee, '28 10/18/24 David Lee, '28 10/18/24

W&L Community Remembers October 7, 2023

Students, community members gathered to mark the anniversary of the horrific terrorist attacks.

Akash Abraham, ‘28 10/18/24 Akash Abraham, ‘28 10/18/24

Circuit Judge Discusses Originalism During W&L Visit

Judge Marvin Quattlebaum, Jr., of the 4th Circuit discusses originalism’s importance.

Caden Brousseau, '27 10/18/24 Caden Brousseau, '27 10/18/24

Martin Baron Speaks about Trump, Bezos, and The Washington Post

Comments on Marty Baron’s book and his time as editor of The Post

David Lee, '28 10/15/24 David Lee, '28 10/15/24

Ramaswamy and Bolton Debate America’s Foreign Policy

Two visions for America’s global role clashed on stage at VMI.

The W&L Spectator 10/9/24 The W&L Spectator 10/9/24

The Spectator Presents: Jason Riley

Join The W&L Spectator in Lee Chapel at 7:30 PM on Thursday, October 24th to hear Wall Street Journal opinion columnist Jason Riley discuss the realities of social and economic inequality.

James Eustis, '27 10/7/24 James Eustis, '27 10/7/24

The Spectator Presents: Stephen Moore

Moore will speak to students on the economics of climate change policy and renewable energy.

Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 9/24/24 Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 9/24/24

Michael Knowles Tells Students: “Kamala Wants You Single”

Michael Knowles speaks on VP Harris, the anti-family onslaught, and leftist violence.

Row Sterne, '25 9/24/24 Row Sterne, '25 9/24/24

W&L, Lexington Community Gather to Remember 9/11

The event honored W&L’s Robert Schlegel, ‘85, and James Gadiel, ‘00, among the other victims.

Veronica Cargill, ‘27 9/17/24 Veronica Cargill, ‘27 9/17/24

Students Frustrated Following Campus Dining Changes

Controversial changes to meal plan minimums and to-go options generate backlash.

The W&L Spectator 9/16/24 The W&L Spectator 9/16/24

Watch: Michael Knowles at Washington & Lee

Michael Knowles' September 16th lecture in Evans Hall.

Alex Kagan, '27 9/12/24 Alex Kagan, '27 9/12/24

College Presidents, Public Officials Discuss Role of Education in Rural Appalachia

Leaders of West Virginia’s colleges discuss their roles in the economy and society of their state.

Alex Kagan, '27 9/12/24 Alex Kagan, '27 9/12/24

U.S. Chamber of Commerce VP on Rural Growth and the Future of the Free Market

Neil Bradley on his hope for free enterprise, and how that vision could best help Appalachia.

Caden Brousseau, '27 9/2/24 Caden Brousseau, '27 9/2/24

The Spectator Presents: Michael Knowles

The conservative commentator will discuss traditional values during his on-campus speech.

Veronica Cargill, ‘27 7/28/24 Veronica Cargill, ‘27 7/28/24

Donald Trump Accepts GOP Nomination After Assassination Attempt

Andrew L. Thompson, '25 7/11/24 Andrew L. Thompson, '25 7/11/24

Bomb Threat Reported at Washington and Lee University

Campus declared safe after law enforcement conducted an extensive search.

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.

Andrew L. Thompson, '25 5/19/24 Andrew L. Thompson, '25 5/19/24

Executive Committee Passes White Book Amendments

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