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W&M’s Global Research Institute announces Accelerate Initiative to raise $10 million
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W&M’s Global Research Institute announces Accelerate Initiative to raise $10 million
Gifts of $3 million jump-start this effort to expand GRI’s reach, increase opportunities for students, provide long-term support for its operations and allow for the development and expansion of projects.
By Tina Eshleman
Charting the Path Forward
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Charting the Path Forward
How universities can buck enrollment trends in a challenging time
By Catherine Tyson ’20
2025 Service Awards
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2025 Service Awards
The Douglas N. Morton ’62 Alumni and Young Alumni Service Awards recognize alumni who are constantly working to engage and support alumni, connecting them to each other and the university.
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Griffin Gold
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Griffin Gold
The Virginia Beer Co. has launched William & Mary’s first officially licensed beer, Griffin Gold.
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A Perfect Pairing
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A Perfect Pairing
Michael Crowder ’88 blends his love of chemistry and bourbon in the lab.
By Catherine Tyson ’20
Introducing Familia
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Introducing Familia
W&M’s Latinx Alumni Association has a new name.
By Reyna J. Vazquez ’95 , Luke Pascual ’20 and Aili Chatfield-Taylor ’17
An Advocate for Vulnerable Patients
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An Advocate for Vulnerable Patients
Dr. Jim Ledwith ’79 honored with Alumni Civic & Humanitarian Leadership Award.
By Tina Eshleman
Fall 2024 Alumni Book Roundup
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Fall 2024 Alumni Book Roundup
Get yourself in the mood for Halloween by reading up on Virginia’s most famous accused witch, or sit down with a young reader and explore the changing seasons. Those are just two of the titles from William & Mary alumni included in our latest compilation.
By Jackson Maynard ’25 and Connie G. Ryu ’25
Energized for the Future
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Energized for the Future
Led by two W&M alumni, Estes Express Lines has deepened its commitment to renewable energy while navigating emerging technology, underdeveloped electric vehicle infrastructure, changing state and federal requirements and other factors.
By Tina Eshleman
A New Chapter for the Writing Center
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A New Chapter for the Writing Center
Name change reflects its mission to grow the communication skills students need at W&M and beyond
By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24
Truth and 'Fiction'
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Truth and 'Fiction'
Academy Award winner Cord Jefferson ’04 shares career advice during the Ampersand International Arts Festival
By Tina Eshleman
Sustainable Solutions
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Sustainable Solutions
W&M alumni find opportunities and challenges in the growing field of renewable energy
By Tina Eshleman
The Way We Were
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The Way We Were
The Class of 1974, Olde Guarde and Boyle Society gather for Traditions Weekend
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Spotlight: Society of 1918
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Spotlight: Society of 1918
By Women, For Women, For W&M
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Nurturing Nature's Royalty
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Nurturing Nature's Royalty
Kristen Baum ’94 is the new director of Monarch Watch and a leader in monarch conservation
By Gabriela Trauttmansdorff ’26
Top Career Tips
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Top Career Tips
From W&M Professional Development Week 2024
By Catherine Tyson ’20
A Return for Willie Anne Wright ’45
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A Return for Willie Anne Wright ’45
William & Mary's Muscarelle Museum of Art has acquired several works by the renowned pinhole photographer and painter whose talent was encouraged as a student.
By Tina Eshleman
Truth and ‘Fiction’
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Truth and ‘Fiction’
Just two weeks after winning an Academy Award for the screenplay of his film “American Fiction,” Cord Jefferson ’04 shared key pieces of career advice for those pursuing a career in the arts.
By Tina Eshleman
$30M Gift To Honor Former U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates
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$30M Gift To Honor Former U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates
An alumna’s investment will establish Robert M. Gates Hall, transforming William & Mary’s academic landscape and supporting collaborative research with global impact.
By Tina Eshleman and Jennifer Page Wall
Home & Hearth Matter
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Home & Hearth Matter
Ted Decker ’85 leads The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
A Stand-Up Guy
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A Stand-Up Guy
Patton Oswalt ’91, D.A. ’23 returns for student show
By University Staff
The Art and Science of Coffee
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The Art and Science of Coffee
James Kroll '12 finds an appreciative customer base for Column 15 on campus and beyond
By Anna Kormis
New Alumni Award Announced
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New Alumni Award Announced
Civic & Humanitarian Leadership Award
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Spotlight: Association of 1775
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Spotlight: Association of 1775
Connecting those who serve our nation
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
New Alumni Award Announced
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New Alumni Award Announced
Civic & Humanitarian Leadership Award
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Spotlight: Association of 1775
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Spotlight: Association of 1775
Connecting those who serve our nation
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
From Tribe Athletes to Leadership Roles
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From Tribe Athletes to Leadership Roles
William & Mary alumnae are making power moves in business and nonprofit sectors.
By Staff
Home & Hearth Matter
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Home & Hearth Matter
Ted Decker ’85 leads The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
A Stand-Up Guy
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A Stand-Up Guy
Patton Oswalt ’91, D.A. ’23 returns for student show
By University Staff
The Art and Science of Coffee
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The Art and Science of Coffee
James Kroll '12 finds an appreciative customer base for Column 15 on campus and beyond
By Anna Kormis
2024 Service Awards
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2024 Service Awards
This year’s awardees are actively connecting alumni to William & Mary and each other
By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24 and Gabriela Trauttmansdorff ’26
All In Campaign for W&M Athletics Nears Finish Line
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All In Campaign for W&M Athletics Nears Finish Line
With just two weeks left in the All In campaign, a new $1-million gift is helping to bring to life the new home for William & Mary Athletics.
By Jennifer Page Wall and Tina Eshleman
Home Field Advantage
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Home Field Advantage
Three longtime W&M supporters team up to transform Dillard Field for campuswide use, with gifts bringing the All In campaign total to more than $52M
By Sara Piccini
$3M in New Gifts Accelerates Momentum for W&M Athletics’ All In Campaign
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$3M in New Gifts Accelerates Momentum for W&M Athletics’ All In Campaign
Recent gifts from several devoted William & Mary alumni are helping the university take a momentous leap forward as the All In campaign for W&M Athletics nears its finish line at the end of 2023.
By Tina Eshleman
New Scholarship Honors Adrienne Vaughan ’00
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New Scholarship Honors Adrienne Vaughan ’00
Alumna’s widower and friends partnered in establishing a fund to provide need-based support for students from the Portsmouth, Virginia, region.
By Tina Eshleman
A Dog's Best Friend
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A Dog's Best Friend
Veterinarian and entrepreneur David Haworth ’90 is making advances in cancer treatment more accessible for pets
By Noah Robertson '19
AI and the Arts
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AI and the Arts
Reflections on the tension between artificial intelligence and human creativity
Compiled By Benjamin Whiting and Michael Gaynes
A Taste of Spain
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A Taste of Spain
Alumni-owned La Tienda brings Spanish flavors and culture to customers throughout the U.S. and Canada
By Tina Eshleman
Mission: A Fulfilling Career
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Mission: A Fulfilling Career
Fellowship helps alumni design their ideal careers
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Traveling the Way
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Traveling the Way
An alumni family has established a study abroad scholarship to encourage William & Mary students to explore Spain’s Camino de Santiago.
By Tina Eshleman
Holding Court
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Holding Court
Former W&M athlete Tiara “T” Cruse ’06 plays a role in “record-breaking growth” of women’s basketball as an NCAA and WNBA referee
By Tina Eshleman
My Spot
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My Spot
Alumni and parent staff share their favorite locations on campus
Compiled By Tina Eshleman and Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Top of Their Game
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Top of Their Game
Jill Ellis ’88, L.H.D. ’16, Sean McDermott ’98 receive Hall of Fame recognition
By Dave Johnson
50 Years (and Counting)
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50 Years (and Counting)
Traditions Weekend brings the 50th reunion class, Olde Guarde and Boyle Legacy Society back to campus
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Stepping Into a Champion’s Shoes
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Stepping Into a Champion’s Shoes
B.J. Minor ’13 talks about portraying a young Mike Tyson in the Hulu series "Mike," settling into life on the West Coast and discovering their own authenticity.
By Susannah Perry ’24
William & Mary broke records on One Tribe One Day
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William & Mary broke records on One Tribe One Day
In total, 11,376 alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and friends collectively gave more than $4 million to nearly 800 areas across W&M — making it the biggest and most successful giving days yet for total dollars raised on OTOD.
By Staff
Taking Charge of Your Career
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Taking Charge of Your Career
The fifth annual W&M Professional Development Week brought networking and expert career advice to the W&M community
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Alumni Couple Invests in ‘Transformational’ William & Mary Athletics Complex
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Alumni Couple Invests in ‘Transformational’ William & Mary Athletics Complex
Through a $500,000 commitment to the new W&M Athletics Complex, Raelene Canuel Wagoner ’87 and Doug Wagoner ’87 hope to encourage other donors and promote a unifying culture in which varsity sports are fully integrated into the life of the university.
By Tina Eshleman
100 Years of Sisterhood
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100 Years of Sisterhood
Sororities at W&M are celebrating 100 years of providing fellowship, leadership and belonging for women.
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
A Season to Remember
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A Season to Remember
William & Mary Football’s record-breaking season concludes in NCAA quarterfinals
By Dave Johnson
Bridging the Divide
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Bridging the Divide
William & Mary has a long history of supporting both veterans and active-duty members of the United States’ armed forces
By Jacob A. Miller ’18