The Columns Weekly - Thursday, April 17, 2025 From The Columns Drew Hess Named Interim Associate Provost for Academic Development and Operations at Washington and Lee Hess succeeds Paul Youngman, who was named associate provost in 2018 and will be serving as interim dean of the College for the 2025-26 academic year. Looking Forward and Giving Back The Class of 2025’s Senior Gift Committee co-chairs have already sailed past their monetary goal as they look toward Commencement. ‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Beth Staples In this month’s episode, Staples speaks of the power of imagination and storytelling and the continuous, and evolving, legacy of the Shenandoah literary magazine. ‘Unlikely Pairings’ Ignite Curiosity at Science, Society and the Arts Conference The interdisciplinary conference gave students the chance to share original research that integrated their academic interests and personal passions. Read More W&L News on The Columns Employee Accolades JT Torres to Serve as a Keynote Speaker at the Adolescent Literacy Summit Torres will present May 16 at the University of Connecticut Graduate Business Learning Center. Law Professor Karen Woody Interviewed by Time Magazine Woody was interviewed concerning allegations of insider trading related to stock market volatility. Want to be recognized for your work or do you have a colleague who should be recognized for their accomplishments? Simply use the employee accolade submission form. Employee Recognition Banquet The 35th Annual Employee Recognition Banquet will be held on Tuesday, April 22 at 11:30 a.m. in Evans Hall. The university will recognize individuals retiring this year and those reaching employment milestones beginning with five years of service. Click here to see this year's honorees. Meet a Colleague Meet a Colleague: Dave Wells Dave Wells serves as a custodian for the university. Learn more about Dave in our "Meet a Colleague" feature series. This Week's Scene on Campus Professor of history Barton Myers, author Jayne Anne Phillips and Director of Community Based Learning and professor of cultural anthropology Sascha Goluboff speak on a panel in Stackhouse Theater during Tom Wolfe Weekend. View Photos Come Support the Generals! Following exams, the Generals return to action on April 19. Featured Social Media Site Check out what's new with Shenandoah Literary Magazine! Make sure to follow all the university's social media channels for more information about happenings on our campus! Twitter/X - @wlunews | @wlulex | @wlulaw Facebook - Washington and Lee University | Working at W&L Instagram - @wlunews | @wlulex | @wlulaw Upcoming Events 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! Register Winter Term Exams End Winter Term exams will end on Friday, April 18. 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. More Info 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! More Info 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. Spring Term Classes Begin Spring Term classes will begin on Monday, April 28. Fentanyl & Nicotine: Know the Risks Noon-1 p.m., Harte Center Gallery, Leyburn 128 Join the Office of Human Resources for an important and informative session on the dangers of fentanyl and nicotine — two highly addictive substances increasingly targeting young adults. Charity Smith, prevention services educator at Rockridge Area Community Services will discuss the deadly threat of fentanyl, the growing trend of nicotine addiction among young adults, the physical, mental and societal impacts of these substances, and strategies for prevention and access to local resources. Lunch will be provided. RSVP by April 22.

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