2025 Alumni Medallion Awards

BETSY E. CALVO ANDERSON ’70, HON J.D. ’15, P ’00

For more than five decades, Betsy E. Calvo Anderson ’70, HON J.D. ’15, P ’00 has been an advocate for engagement in the William & Mary and Williamsburg communities through inspiring service, leadership and philanthropy.

Betsy graduated from W&M in 1970 with a degree in elementary education. She began her career as a teacher in York County, Virginia, before dedicating herself to raising her family with her husband, the late Alvin P. Anderson ’70, J.D. ’72, P ’00. These pursuits flourished into a lifelong passion for supporting the next generation.

Betsy has played a pivotal role in shaping local organizations. She has held several leadership positions with Child Development Resources, a nonprofit in Williamsburg that provides services to young children and families and training and technical assistance for the professionals who serve them. She has also provided significant support to the Greater Williamsburg Community Foundation, the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation and other local nonprofits. As an active member of the Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, she has guided the congregation through key initiatives, chairing committees and serving as a trusted leader.

At William & Mary, Betsy has left an indelible mark through a variety of volunteer leadership roles. She has served as president of the William & Mary Alumni Association Board of Directors, a trustee of the W&M Law School Foundation and a board member for the Muscarelle Museum of Art Foundation. A class ambassador and an active participant in reunion efforts, her ability to connect alumni to the university has fostered lasting relationships that strengthen the fabric of the William & Mary community. Her engagement proved invaluable as a charter member of the Society of 1918, supporting and uplifting fellow W&M alumnae to connect more deeply with each other and the university.

Her generosity to William & Mary has also changed lives. In partnership with her husband, Betsy has created a lasting legacy at the university, including through the Alvin P. Anderson Scholarship at W&M Law School and the Calvo-Anderson Scholarship at the Raymond A. Mason School of Business. The 25 recipients to date have benefited from her mentorship and friendship. For her service to W&M Law School, Betsy was awarded honorary law alumni status in 2015.

With quiet humility, Betsy combines a strategic vision with a deeply personal commitment to the people around her. Her lifelong dedication and achievements — spanning education, civic leadership and philanthropy — are a testament to her steadfast commitment to uplifting those around her and creating lasting bonds.

The William & Mary community is truly blessed to have someone of Betsy’s abundant and generous nature. The members of our university family who have the privilege of being her friend consider it an honor to be able to work on projects with her and hear her insights and perspectives. Granting her the honor of the Alumni Medallion is without question.

Stuart D. Spirn ’67, J.D. ’70

WARREN W. BUCK III M.S. ’70, Ph.D. ’76, D.Sc. ’13

Warren W. Buck III M.S. ’70, Ph.D. ’76, D.Sc. ’13 has spent a lifetime breaking barriers, championing equity and transforming institutions through his visionary leadership. A renowned physicist, trailblazing educator and dedicated advocate for justice, Warren continues to make lasting contributions to William & Mary and beyond.

Warren’s relationship with William & Mary began in 1968, when he arrived as a graduate student in physics. He quickly made his mark, founding the university’s Black Student Organization and serving as its first president. Even though he lives in the Pacific Northwest, he makes time to return to his alma mater as a featured speaker and active volunteer. Over the decades, Warren has served in numerous leadership roles, including as a member of the boards of the W&M Alumni Association and Hulon Willis Association, chair of the Graduate Council, a member of the university’s Board of Visitors and advisor to President Katherine A. Rowe on equity in the 21st century. As chair of the Working Group on Principles of Naming and Renaming, Warren helped guide the university through a critical period of reflection and transformation.

An internationally renowned physicist, Warren’s influence extends far beyond Williamsburg. In addition to his research, he founded the Nuclear/High Energy Physics Research Center of Excellence and has advanced graduate education in physics at Hampton University. As Chancellor of the University of Washington Bothell, he led the institution through a period of unprecedented growth and interdisciplinary innovation. Throughout his career, Warren has remained a passionate educator, mentoring countless students and championing accessibility in higher education.

Warren’s community service is expansive, reflecting his belief in the power of collective action to create meaningful change, and his commitment to equity and inclusion has guided his work across sectors. His ability to build consensus and inspire action has made him a trusted voice on initiatives ranging from sustainability to early childhood education. He has served on numerous boards in his community in Washington state, including United Way of King County, the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce and the Kenmore Heritage Society, where he led projects that celebrated local history and sustainability.

In addition to his academic and professional accomplishments, Warren is a sailor, skilled artist and innovator, including painting underwater while scuba diving on a device he invented.

Warren’s journey is marked by a rare blend of intellect, creativity and compassion. Through his remarkable achievements and profound dedication to others, Warren was awarded an honorary doctorate in 2013, and he embodies William & Mary’s values of curiosity, integrity and service.

Warren gives without seeking credit. He invariably thanks his colleagues, students and mentors for his success. And at every turn he says he is filled with joy and gratitude for any small role he has played in the success of students.

Kristin G. Esterberg, Ph.D., Chancellor and Professor, University of Washington Bothell

LAWRENCE “LARRY” B. PULLEY ’74, P ’13, P ’15

Few individuals have left as profound an imprint on William & Mary as Lawrence “Larry” B. Pulley ’74, P ’13, P ’15. With a tenure spanning nearly four decades, including 24 years as dean of the Raymond A. Mason School of Business, Larry’s leadership has defined an era of innovation, growth and values-driven education at the university.

Larry earned his undergraduate degree in mathematics and economics from W&M in 1974, starting a lifelong connection to the Alma Mater of the Nation. After completing his doctorate in economics at the University of Virginia and teaching at Brandeis University, Larry returned to W&M in 1985 to teach managerial economics in the business school.

An inspiring mentor and teacher, he was recognized with several awards, including the Daniel C. Lewis Award for Exceptional Service and the Dean’s Executive MBA Teaching Award. Over the next 37 years, he dedicated himself to uplifting excellence at the university, serving as a professor and ultimately as dean of the business school for an extraordinary 24-year tenure from 1998 to 2022.

As dean, Larry was the architect of a new vision for business education at William & Mary. Under his helmsmanship, the school expanded its academic programs, including the introduction of five online degree programs and a residential Master of Science in Business Analytics. He championed naming the business school for Raymond “Chip” A. Mason ’59, L.H.D. ’98 and the construction of Alan B. Miller Hall, a state-of-the-art facility that brought undergraduate and graduate business students together, fostering collaboration and innovation. The $75 million project, funded largely by private donations, remains a testament to Larry’s ability to build lasting relationships and inspire support for the university’s mission.

His values-driven approach to leadership, rooted in “principled achievement,” emphasized preparing students to excel in their careers while making a meaningful impact on the world. He established initiatives such as the Executive Partners network, which connects business students with local industry leaders for mentorship and real-world career preparation. He also expanded veterans’ education, creating programs that empower those transitioning from military service to civilian careers.

Larry’s impact extends beyond the university. He currently serves on the Hospice House of Williamsburg and Williamsburg Health Foundation boards and served nearly 12 years on the Williamsburg Salvation Army board. He is a longtime member and adult Sunday School teacher at the Williamsburg Presbyterian Church.

Larry’s legacy is one of transformation, enduring impact and warmth of spirit. Through his leadership, he has not only elevated the Mason School of Business but also inspired generations of students and alumni to lead with integrity, creativity and purpose. Through his unparalleled dedication, Larry has cemented his place as a cornerstone of William & Mary’s enduring success through principled achievement.

Larry Pulley may be the most decent person I have ever met. Larry treats everyone with respect. Larry is unfailingly humble. Larry is kind in selfless ways that ask no reciprocity and decline recognition. Larry is honest and fair, and he has the courage to say the truths that need to be told. If William & Mary ever seeks to identify an archetype of what we aspire to be, we need look no further than Larry Pulley.

Todd A. Mooradian, Dean of the Raymond A. Mason School of Business