| Family Connection: September 2023 |
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| This publication is designed to communicate the latest news for Washington and Lee University parents and families. The W&L Family Connection is distributed each month and complements other university channels to help keep parents and families informed about life on campus. Please send your suggestions for future issues to families@wlu.edu. |
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Students hiking Apple Orchard North on the Appalachian Adventure Leading Edge trip pose for a photo at Cornelius Creek Shelter before setting up camp for the night.
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| Every week during the academic year, university photographers Kevin Remington and Shelby Hamelman capture the scene on campus through their lenses. In this recent edition: the Class of 2027 participates in Leading Edge programs, the Generals kick off their fall season with home football and field hockey games, first-year students build community at a BBQ sponsored by the Alumni Association, and much more! |
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| Parents and Family Weekend Oct. 6-8, 2023 |
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| W&L is preparing to welcome students' families back to campus Oct. 6-8 for the 2023 Parents and Family Weekend, which features informational and recreational activities, gives parents the opportunity to meet with faculty members, observe campus life and participate in social events. Check out the full schedule of events, and if you forgot to register, it's not too late! Registration closes on Sept. 28. |
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W&L Outcomes
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| Washington and Lee graduates are prepared for lifelong learning, personal achievement, responsible leadership, service to others and engaged citizenship in a diverse global society. Read more about what our most recent graduates are doing next. |
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W&L Around the World
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| Students explored the world this summer thanks to grant funding opportunities through the Center for International Education. |
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| Washington and Lee Athletics |
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W&L offers 24 varsity sports, 12 for men and 12 for women.  All sports compete at the NCAA Division III level, and most participate in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC). The fall seasons for the Generals are in full swing and conference competition is about to heat up. View the 2023-24 composite sports schedule and check out these stories about our student-athletes, coaches and team performances. |
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| Lifelong Learning for W&L Parents |
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The Office of Lifelong Learning invites W&L parents and friends to join our extremely popular travel programs. In June 2024, W&L travels to Norway's High Arctic, the Land of the Ice Bears, with Professor of Geology Chris Connors. This is a rare opportunity to see the magnificent glaciers, fjords, and wildlife of the Svalbard archipelago. Learn about all our programs or contact us for more information via our website. If you aren't able to travel with us, stay connected to W&L through our podcast, W&L After Class. |
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W&L Entrepreneurship Summit 2023 |
The 2023 Entrepreneurship Summit, which will be hosted on campus Sept. 29-30, is designed to equip participants with invaluable insights from W&L alumni across diverse industries. Don’t miss this chance to inspire your entrepreneurial mindset and build your professional network.
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Parents and Family Weekend |
The university will host the 69th annual celebration of Parents and Family Weekend Oct. 6-8, 2023, honoring the families of W&L students. The weekend will combine informational and recreational activities, giving parents the opportunity to meet faculty members, review campus life and participate in social events.
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W&L Real Estate Forum 2023 |
The 2023 Real Estate Forum will be held Oct. 12-13 in the heart of Washington, D.C. Don’t miss this unique chance to network with W&L alumni, expand your professional connections and explore the latest trends in commercial real estate.
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| Follow @wlugenerals on Instagram |
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The official Instagram of Washington and Lee University athletics.
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| Additional Social Media Accounts to Follow |
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| Be sure to add families@wlu.edu to your address book or safe senders list so our emails get to your inbox. |
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