Caden Brousseau, '27 2/3/25 Caden Brousseau, '27 2/3/25

Gerard Baker on the New American Revolution

The former editor-in-chief of the Wall Street Journal analyzes Trump’s reelection.

Alex Kagan, '27 1/29/25 Alex Kagan, '27 1/29/25

The Sights of Washington and Trump’s Liberty Ball

President Trump’s second inauguration was celebrated in style.

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.”

Akash Abraham, ‘28 1/24/25 Akash Abraham, ‘28 1/24/25

Wake Forest Politics Professor Gives MLK Day Address

Melissa Harris-Perry shared her thoughts on MLK, race relations, and the 2024 election.

The W&L Spectator 1/12/25 The W&L Spectator 1/12/25

Former WSJ Editor-in-Chief to Visit W&L

His talk will examine the modern Republican Party’s efforts to the global order.

Nathan Gilbert, '27 12/5/24 Nathan Gilbert, '27 12/5/24

Student Petition Fails to Change Dining Policy

Student pushback, including a petition, has not created any change to university policy.

Alex Kagan, '27 12/5/24 Alex Kagan, '27 12/5/24

Mayor Friedman Lays Out Plan for Next Term

Lexington’s mayor, fresh off an unopposed election victory, explains his vision.

Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 12/5/24 Dominic Vogelbacher, '27 12/5/24

Art History Students Read Tarot Cards, View Nude Photos

Surrealism students read Tarot cards and are shown graphic sexual images.

Akash Abraham, ‘28 11/22/24 Akash Abraham, ‘28 11/22/24

W&L Faculty Discuss the 2024 Presidential Election

A faculty panel shared election predictions before offering their takeaways two weeks later.

Ella Wong, '27 11/22/24 Ella Wong, '27 11/22/24

Professors Discuss Jim Crow and Colonialism in Virginia

Virginia’s Racial Integrity Act of 1924 is part of a long history of dehumanizing legislation.

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.

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