The W&L Spectator

04/02/2026

Today: Three Candidates Compete for EC Presidency

By Simon Rózsa, '28

By the end of today, John Beekman Youngblood ‘27, Stepan Onyschuk ‘27, or Zane Openshaw ‘27L will be President-Elect of the Executive Committee.

03/03/2026

The Faithful Speak, the Sovereign Trembles

By Charles Boardman, ‘28

Moderate Catholics are one of the most consequential segments of the electorate.

03/02/2026

Court Packing: Democracy’s Dagger

By Aidan McIntosh, ‘29

A core threat to the rule of law moves in silence, and it is up to us to expose it.

03/01/2026

Open Up “Open” Hearings

By Wesley Mazzucco, ‘27

We must address the needlessly and self-defeatingly secretive process.

02/28/2026

Rockbridge-Area Election Candidates Discuss Their Races

By Simon Rózsa, '28

Statewide race results reveal sweeping changes, but  local races mostly preserve the status quo.

02/25/2026

Mary Kissel’s Advice to W&L Students

By Hannah Bishop, '28

The former Pompeo staffer and journalist advises students on curiosity, credentials and their careers.

02/24/2026

Catherine Herridge Speaks on Press Freedom and Integrity

By Aidan McIntosh, ‘29

In the face of challenges to First Amendment rights, Herridge argues that independent journalists may carry the torch for the future of press freedom.

02/23/2026

W&L Faculty Pay Declines Relative to Peer Institutions

By James Eustis, '27

Washington and Lee experiences declining faculty pay compared to peer institutions, but still outperforms with cost-of-living adjustments.

02/22/2026

The Spectator was thrilled to welcome Guy Benson to campus on February 12 for an engaging and thought-provoking talk. Benson shared sharp insights and sparked great conversation with our campus community.

Thanks to everyone who joined us; check out a recording of the event at the link below!

The Spectator was thrilled to welcome Guy Benson to campus on February 12 for an engaging and thought-provoking talk. Benson shared sharp insights and sparke...

12/27/2025

https://youtu.be/TPTdDR6MjhI?si=tFqvcpp98cFlEjLg

Alex Kagan, Editor-in-chief of The W&L Spectator, shares highlights from a successful year of student journalism at Washington and Lee University. Discover o...

12/21/2025

Proud to have our reporting mentioned by Charles Hurt on Fox & Friends Weekend this morning! Everyone can see our original reporting at https://www.wluspectator.com/articles/2023/7/12/traveller-plaque-on-stables-removed-grave-marker-to-be-replaced and https://www.wluspectator.com/articles/2023/7/14/travellers-headstone-removed-not-yet-replaced