June news and events for W&L alumni
 
Commencement 2022
June 2022
The academic year came to a successful close, and the campus switched gears to student-faculty summer research projects.
In this issue:
  • W&L invests in solar power
  • Commencement recap
  • Alumni College programs for July
and other stories of note from W&L.
 
Sustainability
W&L to Match 100% of Electricity Use with Solar Energy
A new deal will establish an offsite solar farm from which W&L will purchase energy equivalent to 100% of campus electricity use, allowing the university to lower greenhouse gas emissions, save money and close in on its goal of carbon neutrality.
 
Alumni Events
Summer Send-off
Join your fellow alumni in sending W&L first-year students off to Lexington! Be on the lookout for Summer Send-off information for your local chapters.
 
Lifelong Learning: Alumni College
Welcome back to campus! This summer we're offering "Perspectives in the Middle East" (July 10); "Poets of the Neighborhood" (July 20); and "The Harlem Renaissance" (July 24). Register now!
 
Alumni in Action
Science Advisory Board Funds New Student Opportunities Endowment
The STEM-focused endowment will support internships, research opportunities, academic conference costs and other student experiences.
W&L's Legendary Volunteers
Earlier this spring, students interviewed alumni to learn more about their dedication to W&L.
 
Connect
Support W&L
Time is running out — make your gift or fulfill your pledge to the Annual Fund by June 30th. Thank you for your generous support!

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W&L Traveller
Costa Rica Family Adventure: Dec. 26, 2022 - Jan. 3, 2023

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Newsworthy
Washington and Lee Graduates 444 Students at 235th Commencement
In his remarks, President Will Dudley urged the Class of 2022 to carry forward the lessons they’ve learned and make a positive impact in their future communities.
Fellowship Success
Fulbrights, Gilmans, Udalls, Goldwaters, TAPIFs. It's been another outstanding year for W&L's students. Read about the many fellowships they've been awarded.
Spring Term Highlights
On campus and off, students made the most of W&L's iconic Spring Term.
W&L Athletics Seizes 20th Straight ODAC Commissioner's Cup
Strong performances from the Generals, including claiming 11 conference championships during the 2021-22 school year, sealed the deal.
Student Podcast Wins Award for Excellence in Communication
"Classroom Insiders," a podcast produced by Professor Karen Woody and her students, has been honored by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts.
 
Save the Date
07-14
UK Happy Hour
UK Alumni Chapter Happy Hour with Elizabeth Oliver, associate dean of the Williams School and Lewis Whitaker Adams Professor of Commerce. Join us July 14 at 6 p.m. at the Gas Station in Kings Cross.
Register now!
10-28
Young Alumni Weekend
Early bird online registration will open later this summer.
More Info
05-04
Alumni Weekend 2023
Mark your calendar for Alumni Weekend 2023, May 4-7
More info
 
In Memoriam
M. Theodore Van Leer ’51
Maurice Theodore “Ted” Van Leer ’51, Trustee Emeritus and retired president of Van Leer Chocolate Corp., died May 17, 2022.
 
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