After W&L

After W&L

Together with on-campus programming, off-campus career trips, our robust alumni network and cross-departmental partnerships, students grow in an environment where they develop the confidence, skills and tools to pursue their goals. With a liberal arts education, an array of opportunities, personalized career advising and a dedicated alumni network, W&L graduates find success in their chosen careers all around the world.

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Internships and Fellowships

A full college education cannot exist within the walls of a classroom alone. That’s why we encourage and support students who decide to pursue nationally competitive scholarships, internships and fellowships.

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Preparing Your Path

Students benefit from personal attention from early career exploration to post-grad preparation. On-campus programming, career trips, and a supportive alumni network, ensure students have the confidence, skills and tools to pursue their professional paths.

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The Alumni Network

W&L is home away from home for students who have their own unique interests and aspirations. Here, you join an engaged, welcoming community of individuals who often become friends for life.

Stories


Warren Stephens ’79 Selected for U.K. Ambassadorship

Stephens, CEO of financial services firm Stephens Inc., is an emeritus member of the Washington and Lee University Board of Trustees.

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Pete Abitante ’78 to Receive 2025 Award of Excellence from the Pro Football Hall of Fame

The former vice president of special projects at the NFL enjoyed a 46-year career in communications at the organization.

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Lily Webster ’22, Billy Webster ‘79, and Will Webster ’20

Generations of Generosity

The importance of philanthropy is a value that Billy Webster ’79 instilled in his children from a young age.

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W&L Launches $650 Million Capital Campaign

Washington and Lee University announced on Friday, Oct. 25, the launch of a $650 million comprehensive capital campaign, Leading Lives of Consequence: The Campaign for Washington and Lee.

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Historic Gift Allows Washington and Lee University to Adopt Need-Blind Admissions Policy

Alumnus Bill Miller donates $132 million to expand access and affordability.

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The Game of Storytelling

The two W&L alums driving the content for Golf Digest share how the sport lends itself to unexpected stories and why it’s important to take big swings editorially.

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Celebrating an Extraordinary Legacy

Pat and Marshall Nuckols’ estate gift supports scholarships and student opportunities.

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Focusing on the Man Who Captured JFK

Steele Burrow ’13 leaned into his liberal arts education to create his first documentary, “Capturing Kennedy,” which premieres this weekend at the Boston Film Festival.

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Writing His Own Ticket: Pete Abitante ’78

As a vice president at the NFL, Abitante has spearheaded communications and special projects for the organization.

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Winning Mentality: Taylor Garcia ’22

The pro pickleball player has her sights set on breaking into the top 10 singles rankings.

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Synthesizing the Stats: Matt Dodson ’20

This New York Giants scouting research coordinator knows it’s more than just a numbers game.

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In the Lead: Scoring the Internship

Hanna Bishop ’24 and Rob DiSibio ’24 both worked for the NBA in summer 2023.

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