Debate continues over future of Washington and Lee’s name
This would not be the university’s first name change
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In its nearly 300 year existence, Washington and Lee University has had many different names.
The university began considering the name change late last year.
“I think that changing the name of the school is an important step in helping to make the campus of more diverse and welcoming environment,” Washington and Lee University Alumna Betsy Green said.
Alumni members of the group The Generals Redoubt remain committed to preserving the college’s namesakes.
“George Washington and Robert E. Lee had been critical to the success of our university through the years, and we can continue to attract a diverse population, and still retain the names,” Neely Young with The General’s Redoubt said.