Tom Mattesky '74, Alicia Budich Amling '11, Gus Amling and Matthew Amling '09 gathered on campus to celebrate Alumni Weekend.
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| Wow! Alumni Weekend was amazing. Make sure to read the recap and check out the beautiful pictures from the weekend. Alumni celebrating their 15th to 50th reunions gathered in Lex to reminisce and remember the special bonds that connect them. Billy Webster '79, emeritus trustee, 45th reunion co-chair and Opening Assembly keynote speaker, said it best: "There are so many reasons to love W&L. Reunion Weekend reminds us that chief among those is our shared sense of experience with a unique community of friends." View this video of Billy's complete remarks. |
| Reunions are also an opportunity to reconnect with faculty who inspired you. In the article below, titled "The Big Picture of Life," we showcase the special bond between members of the 1973 Spring Term abroad class and legendary English professor Dr. George Ray. Finally, a shameless plug for Lifelong Learning's After Class podcast (available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Lifelong Learning's webpage) featuring Associate Provost and Harry E. and Mary Jayne W. Redenbaugh Professor of German Dr. Paul Youngman '87. Titled "W&L Through and Through," Paul talks about his days as a W&L undergrad, his return to his alma mater as a German professor, his journey as W&L's associate provost and what it feels like to walk in the shoes as a W&L parent. |
John Jensen '01
Executive Director
Alumni and Career Services |
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| Washington and Lee welcomed nearly 1,000 alumni and guests from the classes of 1974-2009 back to campus May 2-5 to celebrate its annual spring Alumni Weekend, which also saw record-setting giving. Reunion participants traveled from 40 states to reconnect with one another and their alma mater, and the collective class reunion gifts raised more than $5.3 million for the Annual Fund. The beautiful spring weather led to high spirits and enjoyable gatherings throughout the weekend. |
| Read more highlights from the weekend, including bestowing five recipients with the Distinguished Alumni Award — this year marks the 50th year for the award. |
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‘The Big Picture of Life’
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| As one of the first Spring Term abroad classes offered at W&L, The Play’s the Thing: Shakespeare in Performance continues to impact the cohort of alumni who took that initial trip to England. |
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| In his 2023-2024 President's Report, President Will Dudley shares — in numbers and stories — the ways in which Washington and Lee stands out in higher education, the exceptional value we offer today and how we are building on our considerable strengths toward an even brighter future. |
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Walking in Tuscany and the Italian Riviera
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Slow down and immerse yourself with this intimate walking tour through Tuscany. After glowing reviews in 2022, Lifelong Learning decided to offer this trip again. Explore major cities, lesser-known Tuscan villages and the coastline of the Ligurian Sea with this unique experience. |
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W&L Outing Club's Return to Rockbridge
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Planned for June 7-8, this two-day outdoor adventure and social gathering is tailored to connect alumni back to Lexington amid the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains. The schedule is packed with paddling, biking, hiking and plenty of time to relax, offering the perfect opportunity to create new memories. |
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A Choir That Cares
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| This year's graduating class of Washington and Lee's University Singers reflects on their college experience. |
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Shared Language
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| Anthony Edwards, professor of Arabic, brings his boundless energy to his teaching, research and mentorship of students. |
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A Broader Perspective
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| W&L students in the Spring Term course Global Urban Sociology are examining the social consequences of an increasingly urbanized world. |
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| Question: With the Generals wrapping up another successful year in Division III athletics (read more in the June newsletter!), we want to know: What was your favorite memory as a student-athlete and what impact did being a student-athlete at W&L have on you? |
| Email your response to magazine@wlu.edu for possible inclusion in an upcoming issue of W&L Magazine. |
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W&L After Class with Paul Youngman
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He details his days as an undergrad, his return to his alma mater as a German professor, his journey as W&L's associate provost and what it feels like to walk in the shoes as a W&L parent. |
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June 30 is right around the corner!
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Only 47 days remain to contribute to the 2023-24 W&L Annual Fund. Join fellow alumni and parents to ensure all students can enjoy the full W&L experience. |
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Outing Club's Return to Rockbridge |
This two-day outdoor adventure and social gathering is tailored to connect past Outing Club trip leaders back to Lexington amid the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains.
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Alumni College: The Imitation Game: Artificial Intelligence and the Human Position |
We'll explore the current state of artificial intelligence and consider the likely futures for this technology and its possible impact on humanity.
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Young Alumni Weekend |
Join your classmates, meet new friends and enjoy the fall splendor of the beautiful campus from Sept. 13-15. We will celebrate the fifth and 10th reunions for classes of 2014 and 2019, and all alumni from 2014-2024 are invited!
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W&L Policy Forum in Washington, D.C. |
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Gather with fellow W&L alumni and community members for a forum exploring the intersection of politics, policy and the private sector. Registration opens in late June. |
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W&L Athletics Hall of Fame |
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The following athletes will be inducted into the Hall of Fame and will be recognized this October: Mike Wenke ’79 – men’s basketball; Hilary Martin Chaney ’98 ‘04L – women’s volleyball; Jim Stagnitta, former coach ’90-’01 – men’s lacrosse; Tim McGlaston ’08 – men’s swimming; and Sara Tilbor ’08 – women’s lacrosse. Registration opens later this summer. |
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Law and Literature Weekend Seminar: 'Take My Hand' |
Bringing together faculty and participants to study a single work of literature from legal, ethical and literary perspectives, this year’s edition will consider "Take My Hand," a novel by Dolen Perkins-Valdez recognized with the 2023 Prize for Fiction from the Black Caucus of the American Library Association, the 2023 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work-Fiction and the American Bar Association’s Silver Gavel Award.
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