The Class of 2026 graduates from Washington and Lee University.
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| And just like that, another academic year has come to a close. It is always such a fun moment to watch caps fly on the Front Lawn, marking the newest additions to our wonderful group of alumni. Welcome to the family, Class of 2026! And thank you for giving back: 70% of the Class of 2026 supported the W&L Fund (see more below). |
| While the rhythm changes on campus in the summer, it still buzzes here. Lifelong Learning just concluded its Summer College, which investigated the founding of the U.S. 250 years ago. And many students remain in Lexington to conduct research alongside faculty members across the academic spectrum. |
| In the midst of your summer vacation and travels, be sure to check in with your local alumni chapter to see what events it will be holding this season. And always feel free to stop in for a visit if you're passing by the Lexington area! |
John Jensen '01
Executive Director
Alumni and Career Services |
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Give to the W&L Fund |
| Sharpen your mind. Steady your voice. Strengthen your will to serve. That's why Ashton Mouton '28 chose Washington and Lee University, and it's why your support of the W&L Fund matters. The W&L Fund is one of the cornerstones of the Leading Lives of Consequence campaign, powering the education that produces graduates who go out and change the world. Our fiscal year ends June 30. Give today. |
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Going Global
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| Since its inception in 1971, Washington and Lee’s Spring Term Abroad program has taken countless students around the world with unique classes focused on immersive learning. |
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Four Years in Focus
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| Ryan Doty '26 reflects on his time at Washington and Lee and the experiences he’ll carry with him into his next chapter. |
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 Jonathan McEwen '27 earned the Jack Nicklaus Award as the Division III Golfer of the Year for the second straight year. The Jack Nicklaus Award, established in 1988, is one of the highest individual honors in collegiate golf and honors the top men's golfer at every level of collegiate golf, including NCAA Divisions I, II and III, as well as the NAIA and NJCAA. The honor marks McEwen's third consecutive national award; he was named the Division III recipient of the Phil Mickelson Outstanding Freshman of the Year Award in 2024 and earned his first Jack Nicklaus Award in 2025, becoming just the 11th golfer to win the honor more than once in the award's 38-year history. He also became the second golfer in Division III history to win in back-to-back seasons, joining Hope College's Josh Gibson, who won the award in 2018 and 2019. In addition, this year McEwen became the fourth Division III player to be selected to compete in the 2026 Arnold Palmer Cup held July 3-5 in West Barrow, Ireland, at the Tralee Golf Links. |
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| Washington and Lee athletics wrapped up another strong year in May, headlined by women's golf placing fourth at the NCAA Division III Championship tournament in Palm Desert, California — the highest finish in program history. The Generals, who won five team ODAC championships in the spring season, had one of their best overall years. W&L placed 12th (tied for the best finish in school history) in the final Learfield Directors' Cup standings, while accumulating 803.75 points for the entire academic year, an all-time school record. |
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| Leading Lives of Consequence: The Campaign For Washington and Lee |
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Why I Give | Mike McAlevey ’86, P’17, P’20
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“I was a first-generation student, and somebody before me gave generously to the university. My family’s giving is simply about passing it along, paying it back and forward.” |
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Young Alumni Weekend
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Join us for Young Alumni Weekend, held Sept. 25-27. All graduates from the classes of 2016-26 are invited back to campus, and we will honor the first, fifth and 10th reunion classes throughout the weekend. |
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Polar Bears and Beluga Whales: Animals of the Arctic
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Partake in one of the most unique nature and wildlife experiences in North America, where polar bears search the shores and the belugas show off within feet of boaters and kayakers. |
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Tom Wolfe Weekend Seminar |
Rescheduled for Sept. 4-5, the 2026 Tom Wolfe Weekend Seminar, sponsored by the Class of 1951, will highlight "Vigil," featuring author George Saunders, for its 21st annual event. This year, the program, speaker and book will be presented in collaboration with The Roger Mudd Center for Ethics.
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Five-Star Festival |
We look forward to welcoming back all classes from 1976 and earlier, honoring the 55th, 60th and 65th reunion classes of 1971, 1966 and 1961, for the Five-Star Festival, Sept. 18-19.
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Young Alumni Weekend |
Join us for Young Alumni Weekend, held Sept. 25-27. All graduates from the classes of 2016-26 are invited back to campus, and we will honor the first, fifth and 10th reunion classes throughout the weekend.
Learn more
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