Click the photo above to view a slideshow of Alumni Weekend 2023!
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| Reunion and Commencement are annual reminders of all that we have achieved as a W&L community. Alumni Weekend 2023 was a resounding success! More than 940 alumni and guests were met with perfect spring weather and a picturesque campus, setting the stage for an enjoyable weekend together in Lexington. |
| The themes I heard repeatedly were that campus is as beautiful as ever and the students are amazing, a welcome reminder of just how special W&L is. The Class of 1973-sponsored panel featured five impressive current seniors, who spoke to the W&L experience today. Our students epitomize the best of who we are and, as I often say, you need to come back to campus to remind yourself why this place is like no other. Only in Lexington can you experience the Colonnade, House Mountain, cheering on the Generals, and seeing old professors who changed your life. Thank you to those who came back. You brought fantastic energy, and we look forward to seeing you again. To the Class of 1973, our newest Five-Stars, please come back next year to celebrate! |
| But springtime is not complete without our Undergraduate and Law Commencement ceremonies. The School of Law's Class of 2023 celebrated under beautiful blue skies May 12, and the undergraduate commencement took place May 25. You can read more about Alumni Weekend, the graduation festivities and much more below. |
John Jensen '01
Executive Director
Alumni and Career Services |
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| Spring 2023 Alumni and Family Update |
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Playing It Forward
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| David Onyejekwe ’23, Jake McCabe ’23 and Bailey Keel ’23 have created lasting connections with the local community as volunteer coaches for Lex Lax youth lacrosse. |
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Haunted History
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| Professor of History Mikki Brock’s Spring Term course explores our fascination with the supernatural. |
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W&L Traveller: Southwest National Parks
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We’re returning to the Southwest again this year for the wonders of the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park. Once again, in this brilliant expanse of mountain, desert and canyon, you will be able to find breathing space and glimpse the mythic grandeur of our national heritage. |
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A W&L Education: Up Close and Personal
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This summer, the Alumni College has invited several gifted teachers to provide free-standing presentations akin to “TED Talks.” We’ve selected faculty from the Law School and the College, many of whom are familiar to veteran Alumni Collegians. This interactive program is organized in five major themes. |
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The Art of: Assessing the Yield
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| Wesley Rentz '02, senior director for Southeast Cotton Operation at Olam Cotton, knows a thing or two about risk management. |
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After Class Podcast: The AI Revolution
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Jeff Schatten, associate professor of business administration, helps us to better understand the ever-changing world of artificial intelligence (AI). |
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Time is Running Out!
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Only 35 days remain for you to make an impact on this year’s Annual Fund. Join your fellow alumni in supporting W&L students' capacity to think freely, critically, and humanely and to conduct themselves with honor, integrity, and civility. |
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Alumni College: America in the 1960s |
We’ll examine how the 1960s came to be called the pivotal decade of the 20th century. Featured W&L faculty include four professors: Molly Michelmore, Brian Alexander, Scott Williamson and Elliott King; they will be joined by special guest speakers. Come together.
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Family Adventure in Science Outdoors |
Are you ready for an active scientific treasure hunt in the outdoors? Grab your hiking shoes and notepad because the clues may be a challenge to find. Each one will lead you to the next exciting segment of our three-day adventure on and around campus.
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Family Adventure in Science and Technology |
Gear up for W&L’s new Family Adventure, a science and technology program designed for children ages 10-16, their parents and grandparents. This unique program will offer a friendly, hands-on introduction to the latest technology at W&L’s IQ Center.
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A W&L Education: Up Close and Personal |
This summer, the Alumni College has invited several gifted teachers to provide free-standing presentations akin to “TED Talks.” We’ve selected faculty from the Law School and the College, many of whom are familiar to veteran Alumni Collegians. This interactive program is organized in five major themes.
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President Dudley reflects on the highlights of the 2022-23 academic year. 
