Is Washington & Lee University intolerable for a liberal?

columbiawrite
Wed, 09 Dec 2015 02:46:46 +0000

I realize this is a little late, but as a current W&L freshman (liberal girl) I would have to strongly disagree with the “brand” suggested by @MYOS1634, it is just wrong. This school is a phenomenal place and though you are more likely to happen upon a boy in sperries and Vineyard Vines, I feel confident in saying that you will encounter every type of person here. As far as greek life goes, it is most definitely prevalent. However, it is not the end-all be-all for social life, I know plenty of independents who love it here all the same. I would highly recommend trying to stay here for a weekend and maybe sit in on a class, you will understand exactly what I mean when I say this is an incredibly special place no matter your political party or sexual orientation.
It should also be noted that our transfer-out rate is 6%, remarkably low when compared to the majority of liberal arts schools. The bottom line being, there is a place here for everyone and there are so many parts of this school that greatly make up for its “conservative image.”