| The Columns Weekly - Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 |
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Robin LeBlanc Authors New Book
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| Titled “Proprietors for a Democratic City,” the book explores how ordinary citizens remake public spaces and amplify their political voice. |
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| Identity Theft Protection Available |
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| The university offers identity theft protection through Norton LifeLock. Protection can be purchased for you ($7.99/month) or can include qualifying family members ($15.98/month). Coverage will be effective the first of the month after your enrollment and payment will be automated through payroll deduction. You can enroll at any time. Want to know more? Contact Lifelock at 1-866-917-2555 anytime Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT. |
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Jackson T. Stephens Professor of Economics Art Goldsmith gives the 2026 Provost's Lecture in University Chapel.
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Plenty of home action on tap for the week ahead!
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| Featured Social Media Site |
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Follow the Lenfest Center on Instagram for information about upcoming programming!
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DeLaney Center Spotlight
5 p.m. Watson Pavilion
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Over the first four years of the DeLaney Center, students have played a vital role in advancing its mission. Attend the spotlight event to hear about their contributions to the Freedom Ride pre-orientation trip, the Race and Southern Studies Internship Program and the DeLaney Center Leadership Cohort.
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Contact Committee Presents: Tim Tebow
7 p.m. Lenfest Center/Keller Theater
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The Contact Committee is pleased to welcome Tim Tebow, former professional football player and entrepreneur, to campus for Parents and Family Weekend. The event is free and open to the W&L community, and tickets are required. Ticketing information will be shared on Contact Committee’s Instagram page.
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Future of Reading Workshop
11:50 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Leyburn 109
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Attend this interactive workshop/discussion on the state of reading among our students today and the place of reading in the Compass Curriculum. Come help define the future of reading at W&L.
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Book Discussion: Lynn Uzzell
4 p.m. Northen Auditorium
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Lynn Uzzell, associate professor of political science at Bethel University, will discuss her new book “Locke-ing & Un-Locke-ing the Declaration of Independence: An Introduction to Jefferson’s Philosophy of Revolution.” The event will also feature a moderated question-and-answer period followed by audience questions. The event is free and open to the W&L community.
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Mock Con Parents and Family Weekend Event: “The Road to the White House Runs Through our House”
5:30 p.m. University Chapel
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W&L’s Mock Convention will host former White House press secretaries Dana Perino and Josh Earnest for its Parents and Family Weekend event, “The Road to the White House Runs Through our House.” The event is open to the public, but tickets are required and can be purchased online.
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Parent and Family Weekend: Instrumental Concert
8 p.m. Lenfest Center/Wilson Concert Hall
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The Department of Music presents its annual Parents and Family Weekend Instrumental Concert, featuring the University Jazz Ensemble, University Orchestra and University Wind Ensemble. The concert is free and no tickets are required.
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Undergraduate Faculty Meeting
4:10-5:30 p.m. Stackhouse Theater
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An undergraduate faculty meeting will be held on Monday, Oct. 5 from 4:10-5:30 p.m. in Stackhouse Theater |
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Beyond the Page: Brian Alexander
5 p.m. Tucker Hall/Lemon Room
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Brian Alexander, associate professor of politics at Washington and Lee University, will discuss his new book “Jefferson’s Manual of Parliamentary Practice” as a part of the Beyond the Page: Milestone Works by Faculty series. Alexander’s lecture, open exclusively to members of the W&L community, will be followed by a reception and book exhibit organized by the W&L University Store.
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Lenfest 35th Anniversary Celebration: Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance
7-11 p.m. Lenfest Center/Keller Theater
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The Lenfest Center presents the Ailey II dance company under the direction of Francesca Harper. This will be the ensemble’s third visit to W&L, having performed during the Lenfest Center’s first season in 1991 and again during the 20th anniversary celebration in 2011. Tickets are required and available online or in person at the Lenfest Box Office.
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National Pierogi Day Dinner
5-8 p.m. The Marketplace
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We're celebrating National Pierogi Day a day early at The Marketplace! Enjoy a delicious pierogi dinner, free swag and cornhole games. Celebrate one of fall's most comforting meals! |
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Department and Program Heads Meeting
4:10 p.m. Northen Auditorium
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The department and program heads meeting will be held at 4:10 p.m. in Northen Auditorium. |
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Live Well W&L Employee Wellness Fair
8-11 a.m. Cannan Green tent
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The 17th Annual Live Well W&L Employee Wellness Fair will feature a wide variety of vendors sharing information about wellness and work-life opportunities.
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