Robert Schleusner P'26, Riley Bryant '27, Mary Schleusner '26, Holden Spaht P'26 and Eliza Spaht '26 enjoy Parents and Family Weekend.
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| Despite the chilly weather, Parents and Family Weekend was a great success! I always enjoy seeing families, especially those of first-year students, watch their children thriving, finding their place and building community on our beautiful campus. I recently came across a photo from one of my Parents Weekends as a student ... not much has changed! |
| As I mentioned last month, our fall has been full of activity: Young Alumni Weekend; Five-Star Festival; Law and Literature Weekend; dedications for the Lindley Center for Student Wellness, new Williams School building and Tom Wolfe Reading Room; Reading Days career trips; the Real Estate Forum; and expanded chapter programming, to name a few. The momentum is real, and I encourage you to read below for more on these and other exciting updates from campus. |
| Before I close, I have one quick ask: Please activate your new Colonnade Connections account! W&L recently relaunched our alumni directory with a fresh design and upgraded features that make it easier than ever for alumni and students to stay connected with each other and the university. It's quick, intuitive and user-friendly. If you have any questions, reach out to us anytime at alumni@wlu.edu. |
John Jensen '01
Executive Director
Alumni and Career Services |
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Interdisciplinary Investment
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The new building that serves the Williams School of Commerce, Economics and Politics provides expanded space for state-of-the-art classrooms and collaborative gathering areas. |
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Beacon of Light
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Over 200 people gathered Oct. 18 for the official dedication of the Lindley Center for Student Wellness, which honors the legacy of Dr. Lindley Spaht Dodson ’99. |
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| Activate Your Colonnade Connections Account |
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 Washington and Lee University recently launched a new version of our alumni directory, Colonnade Connections. This refreshed platform makes it easier than ever to connect with classmates, explore the alumni network and keep your information up to date. Since this is a brand-new system, all alumni will need to activate a new account before logging in for the first time. It only takes a few minutes: |
1. Visit the Colonnade Connections login page.
2. Under First time users, select the blue "click here" link.
3. Complete and submit the brief activation form.
4. Once verified, you will receive an email with your login credentials for your new account. |
| In the weeks ahead, the W&L Alumni Association will once again open the nomination process for the election of an alumnus/a to the university's Board of Trustees. To ensure security, accuracy and administrative efficiency, the Trustee nomination and election process will be conducted through Colonnade Connections. Alumni must be logged into Colonnade Connections to nominate a candidate, to accept a nomination and to vote. |
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The Journey to Jeopardy!
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| TJ Fisher ’15 held a five-game winning streak in October 2025, securing a spot in the Tournament of Champions. |
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Alumni Spotlight: Matt Bass '19L
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| Bass currently works as employment and commercial counsel at Rent the Runway, an e-commerce platform that allows users to rent, subscribe or buy designer apparel and accessories. |
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| Leading Lives of Consequence: The Campaign For Washington and Lee |
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Gratitude Through Giving
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Nick Peacher ’15 and Elizabeth Bucklee Peacher ’13 strive to give back through volunteering and philanthropy to ensure others have access to the formative W&L experience they cherish. |
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| Join fellow alumni, parents and friends to celebrate Leading Lives of Consequence: The Campaign for Washington and Lee at special receptions across the country. Enjoy campus updates from President Will Dudley and other campus leaders and hear the latest news about W&L's historic campaign. Learn more and see photos from our recent Charlottesville, Virginia, and Lexington, Kentucky, events. |
| Next up: |
| Nov. 13 | Philadelphia | 6:30 p.m. – Museum of the American Revolution |
| Nov. 18 | New Orleans | 6:30 p.m. – Ralph's on the Park |
| Dec. 11 | Jacksonville, Florida | 6:30 p.m. – The River Club |
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AI Conversations on Campus
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| W&L’s forward-thinking mindset surrounding the emergence of AI leads to engaged classwork, research and discussions. |
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A Grand Reopening
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| The Tom Wolfe ’51 Reading Room in Special Collections and Archives received several modern upgrades to better serve the research needs of students, faculty and the community. |
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| Washington and Lee University welcomed nearly 120 alumni and guests from the classes of 1975 and earlier back to campus Oct. 3-5 for a near record-breaking Five-Star Festival celebration. Read more about the weekend. |
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Trick or Treat?
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The W&L Fund makes magic happen on campus every day. Your annual contribution allows W&L to be proactive, agile and responsive in meeting evolving priorities and unexpected needs as they arise. Indulge your frightfully generous heart with a gift this Halloween. |
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Greece Through the Ages
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Explore Athens, the birthplace of democracy and a thriving modern capital, before journeying to the captivating islands of Santorini and Crete on this custom Washington and Lee program. From ancient monuments to vibrant contemporary culture, you’ll experience Greece’s rich history, stunning landscapes and the warmth and hospitality that define its people. |
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Entrepreneurship Summit |
Join alumni and guests for two days of learning, networking and inspiration at the W&L Entrepreneurship Summit. This event is designed to encourage innovative business ideas and strategies, perfect for entrepreneurs at any stage of their journey. It is a special opportunity to connect, learn and grow in the world of entrepreneurship.
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Institute for Honor Symposium |
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The 2026 Institute for Honor Symposium, sponsored by the Class of 1960, will host several speakers, workshops and conversations that promote the understanding and practice of honor as an indispensable element of society on March 20-21. |
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Tom Wolfe Weekend Seminar |
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The 2026 Tom Wolfe Weekend Seminar, sponsored by the Class of 1951, will bring in a major American writer for its 21st annual event April 17-18. This year, the program, speaker and book will be presented in collaboration with The Roger Mudd Center for Ethics. Stay tuned for the unveiling of the author and title of the event. |
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Alumni Weekend |
Calling all Washington and Lee alumni from the classes ending in 1 and 6! Get ready to reconnect and relive your cherished moments at Alumni Weekend 2026.
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