The Columns Weekly - Thursday, April 10, 2025
 
From The Columns
Spring 2025 Update on Campus Construction Projects
The Williams School and Lindley Center remain on schedule for completion before Fall Term 2025, while several campus improvement projects will begin this summer.
Washington and Lee University to Renovate Special Collections Space
The research and reading room for the Special Collections and Archives will be updated and renamed in honor of Tom Wolfe ’51.
Katalyn Denby ’26 Awarded Goldwater Scholarship
Denby’s funded research will focus on erosional river processes.
The Ultimate Teammate
Four sets of twins on W&L varsity sports teams share what it’s like competing side-by-side with their siblings.
W&L Announces 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Winners
This year's honorees will be recognized during Alumni Weekend from May 2-5.
ODK Holds Spring Initiation for W&L Honorees
Dean Tamara Futrell addressed new members of ODK during their spring induction ceremony.
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Employee Accolades
Sarah Gottlieb Publishes Chapter in the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Criminology
The chapter examines a trend of prosecutors running for office to use their power to reform the criminal legal system.
Mark Drumbl and Mohamed Kamara Publish New Book on Children’s Fights
The book takes an innovative look at children and violence and features contributions from numerous W&L professors and visiting scholars.
Nationwide Injunctions Scholarship of Suzette Malveaux Gets National Exposure
Her 2017 article “Class Actions, Civil Rights, and the National Injunction” argues against the elimination a key judicial mechanism.
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Meet a Colleague
Meet a Colleague: Brooklyn Hatcher
Brooklyn Hatcher is a dining shift supervisor with dining services. Learn more about Brooklyn in our "Meet a Colleague" feature series.
 
This Week's Scene on Campus
A dogwood blooms on the Front Lawn
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Come Support the Generals!
There's no home action until the Generals return from exams on April 19.
 
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Upcoming Events
04-10
University Jazz Ensemble Invites RCHS Jazz Ensemble
8-10:30 p.m. Lenfest Center/WIlson Concert Hall
An unforgettable night of jazz featuring the University Jazz Ensemble and the Rockbridge County High School Jazz Band. They will reunite on stage for their annual celebration that is free and open to the public. No tickets are required.
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04-11
Last Day of Winter Term Classes
Winter Term classes will end on Friday, April 11.
04-11
20th Annual Tom Wolfe Weekend
April 11-12
Washington and Lee University will host its 20th annual Tom Wolfe Weekend on April 11-12. The weekend’s seminar will feature Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jayne Anne Phillips and W&L faculty members Sascha Goluboff and Barton Myers. Registration is required for Friday evening’s reception and dinner and Saturday’s luncheon. The lectures and discussions are free and open to the public.
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04-12
Enrichment Experience: Learn to Swim for Employees
12:15-1 p.m. Natatorium
Join the W&L swimming coaches for a tour of the W&L Natatorium and an information session about employee swimming lessons. As many as 10 W&L employees will have the opportunity to take a series of seven 30-minute swimming lessons from our talented coaches during Spring Term 2025. There is no cost to the employee for the lessons!
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04-17
Cooking Class: Mastering Japanese Yakitori Grilling
4-5 p.m. Outdoor Classroom
Discover the art of yakitori as our expert chefs, Chris Vozzo and Mike O'Byrne, guide us through the process of grilling mouthwatering skewers of chicken meatballs (tsukune) and King Trumpet mushrooms. Learn insider tips and techniques behind making this beloved Japanese street food. Plus, enjoy a delicious tasting of yakitori after the demo — an experience you won’t want to miss!
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04-18
Winter Term Exams End
Winter Term exams will end on Friday, April 18.
04-22
Employee Recognition Banquet
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Evans Dining Hall
The 35th Annual Employee Recognition Banquet recognizes staff retiring this year and those reaching employment milestones beginning with five years of service.
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04-24
Live Well W&L 5K Fun Run/Walk
10 a.m. Cannan Green
All W&L employees, retirees and spouses/partners are welcome to participate in the eighth annual Live Well W&L 5K Fun Run/Walk as a walker, runner or volunteer!
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04-26
Wildflower Walk with Artist Emma Steinkraus
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Brushy Hills Nature Preserve
Learn to identify local flora and fauna and celebrate Rockbridge County in bloom with artist Emma Steinkraus. Participants will meet at the trailhead for Brushy Hills Nature Preserve. Wear comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots and sun protection is recommended. This event is free, open to all, and is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels.
04-28
Spring Term Classes Begin
Spring Term classes will begin on Monday, April 28.
 
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