Lexington, Va. - Washington and Lee University student-athletes were among those recognized for outstanding academic achievement and leadership during the University's winter term honor society inductions, as members of the Generals community earned selection into both Phi Beta Kappa and Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK).
At the Phi Beta Kappa/Society of the Cincinnati Convocation held March 26 in the Houston H. Harte Center Gallery, several W&L student-athletes were inducted into the nation's oldest academic honor society, which recognizes exceptional achievement in the liberal arts and sciences.
Phi Beta Kappa – Student-Athlete Inductees
The following day, W&L's Alpha Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa inducted a new class of student leaders during its spring ceremony. ODK recognizes excellence in scholarship, leadership, athletics, service and character.
Omicron Delta Kappa – Student-Athlete Inductees
Dan Kramer, director of the International Studies Office at the University of Virginia, delivered the Phi Beta Kappa convocation address titled "The Future of Diplomacy," while Cliff Holekamp '96, co-founder and managing director of Cultivation Capital, served as the keynote speaker for the ODK ceremony.
The recognition of these student-athletes highlights Washington and Lee's continued commitment to academic excellence, leadership and achievement across all facets of the student experience, exemplifying the University's mission of developing the whole student through both rigorous academics and competitive athletics.
Nestled in the mountains of Virginia, Washington and Lee University is a proud member of NCAA Division III and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Founded in 1749, W&L is the ninth-oldest college in the United States and a top-ranked liberal arts university. With over 500 student-athletes in 24 varsity sports, the Generals have celebrated over 265 conference championships. Learn more about the Blue and White by visiting www.generalssports.com or on social media at @WLUGenerals.
