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    October 24 @ 7:30 pm 10:30 pm

    Jason Riley will be speaking in Lee Chapel

    Jason Riley is an opinion columnist at The Wall Street Journal, where his column, Upward Mobility, has run since 2016. He is also a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and provides television commentary for various news outlets.

    September 16 @ 7:00 pm 9:30 pm

    The conservative commentator will discuss traditional values during his on-campus speech.

    The W&L Spectator, Southmayd Center for American Ideals and College Republicans are proud to present conservative commentator Michael Knowles in Evans Hall at 7:00 PM on September 16, 2024.

    August 23 24

    The Southmayd Center is sponsoring 5 W&L student leaders to attend The Steamboat Institute’s annual Freedom Conference a chance to hear from engaging speakers, network with like-minded individuals, and spend a weekend in beautiful Beaver Creek, Colorado!

    June 23 @ 12:00 pm 4:00 pm

    Please join us at the Virginia Horse Center for the second annual “Celebrate Rockbridge” community day! Brought to you by the Rockbridge Breakfast Club.

    May 3 @ 12:00 pm

    This May 3, the General Activities Board will be reviving the organization’s traditional W&L music festival. Rebranded as Lex Fest, the spring festival will feature three bands
    popular for their high-energy American styles. We are excited to host 49 Winchester, Boy Named Banjo, and Futurebirds at Lime Kiln.

    March 12 @ 7:00 pm 9:00 pm

    New York Times Bestselling Author
    Ms. Mac Donald is a nationally recognized author who frequently lectures on college campuses nationwide.

    March 12 @ 6:00 pm 9:00 pm

    Listen to the perspective of tech expert John Imah, a Snapchat and Twitter influencer, with commentary from Professor Schatten. Q&A opportunities as well!

    February 9 10

    October 11, 2023 @ 8:00 am 5:00 pm

    March 21, 2023 @ 6:00 pm 9:00 pm

    Please join us to hear the conversation between former Vice President Mike Pence and FOX News Chief Political Anchor and Host Bret Baier