Rennard: Disheartened W&L kept its name
In a piece in the Roanoke Times, 2007 alumnus, Mike Rennard reacts to the decision.
BizJournals: Washington and Lee rejects effort to change name, vows to break from Confederate past
Business Journals reponds to the announcement of the decision to retain the name (warning: paywalled)
Instant Reactions to the Announcement from the Papers of Record
Here is the Washington Post’s article on the announcement (First out of the gate). It is followed by that of the New York Times
Best Colleges: Washington and Lee University Faces Potential Name Change
The website Best Colleges joins the growing list of those that are paying attention to what is about to happen—or not happen—in Lexington this month.
Board Votes This Week
The Board of Trustees meets to determine the future of the University this week. This is a reminded of what is at stake.
Inside Higher Ed Asks: “What’s in a Name?”
A much more balanced view of the debate, giving Not Unmindful as much or more column space the those on the other side.
Recent News
Opponents say name change to W&L for Washington and Lee University unsatisfactory to all. WDBJ7.…
Why Confederate Lies Live On
Confederate history is family history, history as eulogy, in which loyalty takes precedence over truth.
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