Staff
The Bright Minds Behind The W&L Spectator
Andrew Thompson ‘25
EDITOR IN CHIEF
Andrew is a senior pursuing a double major in history and economics. In addition to his work for The Spectator, Drew is a peer tutor in the W&L writing center and a student reporter for The College Fix.
Alex Kagan ‘27
MANAGING EDITOR
Alex is a current sophomore planning on studying American History and American Politics. Being born and raised in West Virginia, he currently lives in Lewisburg, West Virginia, and has gained an affinity for the bonds forged through living in small communities, like Lexington and Washington & Lee. Beyond the Spectator, Alex manages W&L Men’s Basketball and is a member of College Republicans and Students for Historical Preservation.
Evan Cecchini ‘25
OPINION EDITOR
Evan is a current senior studying American Politics and Business Administration at Washington & Lee. Currently residing in Lewisburg, PA, he has lived all across the United States. In addition to his role at the Spectator, Evan is the Secretary of the Student Judicial Council, a VP on the Executive Board of the Interfraternity Council, a member of the First Year Orientation Committee, and the Recruitment Chair for Phi Kappa Psi. In his free time, he enjoys weightlifting, traveling across the globe, and arguing with strangers on Twitter.
Nathan Gilbert ‘27
ASSOCIATE EDITOR
Nathan has served in various leadership positions in campus ministry and pro-life advocacy prior to his tenure at the Spectator. This year, he will continue working with SFLA, as well as the W&L Newman Society, but is delighted to be directing much of his attention towards the Spectator. Nathan encourages anyone from any political persuasion—student, alumni, or anyone besides—to email him at publisher@wluspectator.com if they would like to learn more about the Spectator, or if they would like to see their work published. Academic and historical works are especially in demand, as are letters to our editors, in which we encourage writers to challenge any opinions previously published in our opinion section.
Dominic Vogelbacher ‘27
ASSOCIATE EDITOR
Ella Wong ‘27
ASSOCIATE WEB EDITOR
Ella is currently a sophomore at Washington and Lee University intending to major in Cognitive Behavior Science with a minor in Law, Justice, and Society. Ella is from Pepper Pike (suburb of Cleveland), Ohio and appreciates the escape from the busy city by moving to the town of Lexington. As a first generation American, she hopes to become a Constitutional Lawyer to preserve the freedoms and values this nation was founded upon. In addition to her work with The Spectator, Ella is a leader of Campus Kitchen at W&L and member of the Women’s Golf Team. She enjoys learning about American history, listening to country music, reading, and spending time with her family.
Veronica Cargill ‘27
ASSOCIATE SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR
Veronica is currently a sophomore at Washington and Lee University intending to major in Politics with a minor in Russian Language and Culture. Veronica is from Carrollton, Virginia and is a member of the Reformed University Fellowship’s (RUF) servant team and Vice President of The Campus Liberty Coalition. She enjoys crocheting, dancing, and spending time with her friends and family.
Caden Brousseau ‘27
STAFF WRITER
Caden is a current sophomore considering a major in Biology. He is from Franklin, Tennessee and enjoys clay target shooting, board games, and reading. He has an interest in writing about campus events, both current and historical.
James Eustis ‘27
BUSINESS MANAGER
James is a current sophomore at Washington and Lee University. Prior to coming to Lexington, he was raised in Charlottesville, Virginia where he began to take an interest in politics through his study of history. James is now planning to major in politics and has experience working for various political campaigns in the Charlottesville area.
(Photos were taken by Mark Ozboyd, ‘23 at the Liberty Hall Ruins in March 2024)
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