“I met my husband at Mock Con”: Sorority girl announces engagement

February 14, 2024September 9, 2024 ~ The Radish

The Sunday after W&L's 2024 Mock Convention, Alabama native and sorority president Cordelia Frances posted an Instagram story showcasing of a diamond on her freshly-manicured hand. "Proud to accept the nomination to be @bgaines's wife!" the caption read. Frances, 20, it was “love at first sight” between her and fiancé Beauregard Gainesborough, 21, when the … Continue reading “I met my husband at Mock Con”: Sorority girl announces engagement

W&L First Year goes to wrong “Mock” Con, gets feelings hurt

February 7, 2024 ~ The Radish

Washington and Lee’s Mock Convention is fast-approaching: students are prepping their state parade floats and getting their predictions ready for the incredibly uncertain primary race. This turn of events, routine to most, came as a complete surprise to first year Jack Johnson, who believed he’d already attended the event. “Mock Con sucked,” said Johnson. “I … Continue reading W&L First Year goes to wrong “Mock” Con, gets feelings hurt

The Radish’s Guide to Mock Con

February 7, 2024 ~ The Radish

As the 2024 Mock Convention approaches, many students have questions about this prestigious and historical event. Questions may include: What do I wear? Where do I go? What time does everything start? Who is speaking? And more. Luckily for you, we here at the Radish are here to lend a helping hand. Everything you need … Continue reading The Radish’s Guide to Mock Con

[EXCLUSIVE] Mock Con Predicts!

February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 ~ The Radish

As the 2024 election gets closer, more candidates are beginning to announce their candidacy for President of the United States. Since 1908, Mock Convention has attempted to predict which of those candidates will win the nomination for the party out of power, with an impressive 74% accuracy. However, they may be facing an unprecedented challenge … Continue reading [EXCLUSIVE] Mock Con Predicts!