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United Front

Since Russia’s Feb. 24 invasion of Ukraine, casualties, destruction and displacement have continued to rise

By Dave Johnson

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Commencement

William & Mary celebrated our 2022 graduates during Commencement Weekend, May 19-22

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Recognizing Excellence

An internationally recognized cellular biology scholar, a leading proponent of engaging descendant communities in historical research and a developer of techniques to make computers more efficient, reliable and secure — these professors are among the recipients of this year’s Plumeri Awards

By Tina Eshleman

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Bountiful Harvest

The opening of the Acuff Aquaculture Center marks a new era in cutting-edge research at William & Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science

By Sara Piccini

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Into the Quantum Realm

Department of Energy selects W&M physicists to advance quantum computing

By Adrienne Berard

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Making A Splash

On Feb. 19, W&M Women’s Swimming celebrated a significant victory — their first CAA Championship title since 2017 and their fourth overall

By Dave Johnson

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W&M Sets New Application Record

For the second year in a row, the university saw record-breaking interest from prospective students in attending William & Mary

By Erin Zagursky

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Ukraine, Russia and the Future World Order

William & Mary’s Global Research Institute convened a panel of experts in March to discuss "Russia, Ukraine and the Future of Global Order"

By Global Research Institute

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Dean Larry Pulley Announces Retirement

Lawrence B. Pulley ’74, longtime dean of William & Mary’s Raymond A. Mason School of Business and academic and administrative leader at William & Mary for more than three decades, has announced his plans to retire on June 30, 2022

By Staff

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Snow on the Brafferton

The Brafferton, constructed in 1723, is the second-oldest building at William & Mary

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Connecting People and Nature

Professor Mara Dicenta and the Institute for Integrative Conservation seek to involve Indigenous voices in conservation

By Katherine Vermilyea '22

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Making News

Chinese development project puts AidData in international spotlight

By Leslie McCullough M.B.A. ’17

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Rising in the Ranks

We're No. 1

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Cultivating Leaders

New study-abroad scholarship at William & Mary honors Gen. Colin Powell

By Tina Eshleman

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Winter Training for Your Inner Coach

Strategies to bring mindful warmth and growth to a chilly season

By Kelly Crace

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Dedicated in Their Honor

New names in honor of trailblazing alumni now grace three campus buildings

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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A Global Outlook on Health

Epidemiologist Iyabo Obasanjo brings experience from Africa and veterinary medicine to her work as a COVID-19 policy adviser

By Tina Eshleman

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Board Notes

Report from the fall meeting of the WMAA Board of Directors

By John S. Kane

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Cast Your Vote

Meet your WMAA Board of Directors nominees

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Mastering Marine Science

William & Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science launched its new Professional Master of Arts program in fall 2021

By David Malmquist

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Garden of Delight

From Oct. 7-10, the Sunken Garden will host many of the exciting Homecoming & Reunion Weekend festivities, including an open-air tailgate with local food trucks, the Saturday Night Bash and reunion receptions for this year’s and last year’s reunion classes (those with class years ending in 0, 1, 5 and 6).

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Lives Remembered

At the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, an alumna shares stories of courage and compassion

By Sara Piccini

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The Mann for the Job

Brian Mann joins the Tribe as the new athletics director

By Dave Johnson

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Tennis Center to be Revitalized

As part of the $55-million All In campaign for W&M Athletics, the university announced plans for a complete revitalization of the outdoor tennis facility.

By Jennifer Page Wall

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A Bridge to Silicon Valley

New Tech Trek program connects students and recent graduates with alumni in the technology sector

By Tina Eshleman

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Board Notes

Summary of the June 10, 2021, meeting of the W&M Alumni Association Board of Directors

By John S. Kane

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W&M Launches Micro-Internships Platform

William & Mary has partnered with Parker Dewey to launch a new platform to pair employers with members of the W&M community seeking micro-internship opportunities.

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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W&M Ends FY21 Strong

William & Mary experiences surge in philanthropy and engagement

By Jennifer Page Wall

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Campus in the City

A new home for the Washington Center

By Erin Battle '13, M.Ed. '15

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VIMS Welcome Dean and Director Aday

William & Mary has named nationally renowned ecologist Derek Aday as its next dean of the School of Marine Science and director of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS).

By VIMS Staff

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Outside Opportunities

As the weather warms, students flock to outdoor activities on campus and in Williamsburg to connect with each other while keeping to our community’s Healthy Together Commitment

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Center of It All

Expansion will add 53,000 square feet to the Sadler Center for student life

By Dave Johnson

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Destined for a Life of Distinction

Chang family continues the legacy of Ming Chang ’55

By Leslie McCullough M.B.A. ’17

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100 Years of Asian Students at W&M

The Asian Centennial at William & Mary

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Eldridge Partners with W&M

In January, Eldridge announced a collaboration with The Boehly Center for Excellence in Finance on a series of courses for students of the School of Business

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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All In

W&M launches $55M campaign for athletics

By Jennifer Page Wall

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Esports Center Opens

In March, William & Mary opened its Esports Training and Research Center (ETARC)

By Adrienne Berard

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Bray School Uncovered

Colonial Williamsburg joins William & Mary to research, relocate and interpret 18th-century Bray School for enslaved and free Black children

By Joseph McClain

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Necessity Inspires Innovation

Virtual format creates new opportunities for Women's Stock Pitch & Leadership Summit participants

By Katherine Vermilyea '22

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Washington Center Turns 20

W&M’s Washington Center is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year with a series of events that highlight the Center’s impact and bring together alumni, students, faculty and the community

By Tina Eshleman

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2021 Plumeri Awards

Outstanding faculty and athletics staff members receive honors

By Tina Eshleman

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Board Notes

A summary of the February 4, 2021, meeting of the W&M Alumni Association Board of Directors

By John S. Kane

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First 100 Days

The first 100 days of a presidential administration are often seen as an indicator of a new president’s performance. But is this measure still relevant?

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Tenacity 101

William & Mary students persevere through a challenging fall semester and make unexpected discoveries

Interviews By Tina Eshleman

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A Path Forward

William & Mary Athletics focuses on its future

By Dave Johnson

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Service Awards and Coach of the Year

The Doug Morton ’62 Alumni Service Awards are given annually to recognize individuals for their exceptional service to the Alumni Association and the university through their efforts to connect and engage alumni.

By University Advancement Staff

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Jumping into Data Science

This fall, W&M launched a new bachelor's degree in data science.

By Adrienne Berard

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New Faces

Meet William & Mary’s new deans

By Tina Eshleman

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Memorial to the Enslaved

Memorial will honor those held in slavery by William & Mary

By Erin Zagursky

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New Name, Same Purpose

The Alumni Leadership Fund is now the W&M Alumni Association Fund

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Naming, Renaming Spaces

In September, William & Mary’s Board of Visitors adopted a set of principles and imperatives for the naming and renaming of structures and spaces on campus.

By Erin Zagursky and Brian Whitson

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A Gift that Gives

When Megan Dorward ’07 and Richard Brahan married in October 2019, the two set up their registry to help others.

By Cheyenne Curling '20

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Changing the World

W&M launches Institute for Integrative Conservation

By Rob Rose and John Swaddle

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2020 Plumeri Awards

Ten outstanding faculty and athletics staff members honored

By Tina Eshleman

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Creating Inclusive Communities

This fall, the Alumni Association and the Office of University Advancement embarked on a year of listening and learning to hear from alumni in underrepresented communities.

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

Pay It Forward

Game Changer

W&M Athletics plans for a state-of-the-art sports complex

By William & Mary Athletics

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Board Notes

Report from the winter meeting of the WMAA Board of Directors

By John S. Kane

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Sam Jones Retiring

Sam Jones ’75, M.B.A. ’80, senior vice president for finance and administration, will step down from his current role at the end of June after 34 years at W&M.

By Brian Whitson

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Unity & Resilience

W&M perseveres as COVID-19 forces a shift to distance learning, remote gatherings

By Tina Eshleman

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Lessons in Diplomacy

Jane Carpenter-Rock ’92 and Sarah Chacon ’13 are creating exhibits for a new national museum

By Tina Eshleman

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It's a Hub

To inspire and train the next generation of innovative leaders, the university recently expanded its capacity to promote entrepreneurial programming in a new, highly visible 7,000-square-foot Entrepreneurship Hub located in Tribe Square on Richmond Road.

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Home Court Advantage

William & Mary Athletics Boldly Pursuing Excellence

By Leslie McCullough M.B.A. ’17

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geoLab Examines the World's Data

William & Mary is home to a unique undergraduate research program: the Geospatial Evaluation and Observation Lab, or geoLab.

By Joseph McClain

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FUSE Funding Fuels Dreams

Private support is making unpaid internships possible for W&M students

By Ashley K. Speed

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Building on the Legacy

William & Mary has published the first book devoted to the history and contributions of African Americans at the university.

By Cortney Will

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A Knight Returns to W&M

Basketball standout Nathan Knight ’20 plays his final W&M season

By Ashley K. Speed

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Acuff Leads the Way

A. Marshall Acuff Jr. ’62, L.H.D. ’07 was this year’s Homecoming parade grand marshal

By Ashley K. Speed

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Board Notes

Report from the fall meeting of the WMAA Board of Directors

By John S. Kane

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Cast Your Vote

Meet your WMAA Board of Directors nominees

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Chat with a Champion

Jill Ellis ’88, L.H.D. ’16 shares lessons from victory

By Jennifer L. Williams

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New Office for Student Veterans

Serving those who serve

By Nathan Warters

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Reflecting on a Fall Day

A student enjoys being out on Crim Dell on a perfect fall day.

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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A Brand New Canvas

The Muscarelle Museum of Art is open for business ahead of renovation.

By Ashley K. Speed

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Lasting Generosity

Major gifts provide a world-class experience at the Muscarelle.

By Ashley K. Speed

Pay It Forward

W&M Wellness at the Forefront

The McLeod Tyler Wellness Center is making a profound impact on students.

By Ashley K. Speed

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Introducing Peggy Agouris

William & Mary welcomes new provost

By Erin Zagursky and Brian Whitson

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Roaring Forward

For the Bold nears $900 million

By Jennifer Page Wall

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London's Calling

New football coach turns passion into practice

By Dave Fairbank

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Grant Funds Inclusive Research

$1 million Mellon grant will also support community engagement at W&M and Highland

By Ashley K. Speed

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Pointing the Way

Mary-Cooke Branch Munford Plaza

By University Communications Staff

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Board Notes

Alumni Association News

By John S. Kane

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Alumni Award Nominations

Submit your nominations for the 2020 Alumni Medallion, Honorary Alumni and Alumni Service Awards.

By John S. Kane

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ASWAD's Biennial Conference

William & Mary will host the 10th Biennial Conference of the Association for the Study of the Worldwide African Diaspora (ASWAD) Nov. 5-9, 2019.

By Ashley K. Speed

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Our House

The Alumni House expansion and renovation project is underway!

By W&M Alumni Magazine

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Defining Moments

Bold moments are moments that define our lives. For Katherine Rowe, one such moment was her inauguration as William & Mary’s 28th president.

By Jennifer Page Wall

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Big Ideas Live Here

The Global Research Institute was born out of questions from students.

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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The Science of the Perfect Strawberry

The old-fashioned strawberry is having a renaissance thanks to new genetic research.

By Adrienne Berard

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A Space of Our Own

Shenkman Jewish Center is a home away from home for students on campus.

By Ashley K. Speed

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Lift Where You Stand

Women’s Stock Pitch and Leadership Summit connects students and mentors.

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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New Hoops Coach

In April, William & Mary announced that Dane Fischer will serve as the head men’s basketball coach.

By William & Mary Athletics

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W&M's New Plan for Sustainability

William & Mary has adopted its first long-range, comprehensive Sustainability Plan, which outlines the university’s vision for environmental and other forms of sustainability over the next five years.

By Jennifer L. Williams

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Virginia's Finest Faculty

Rowan Lockwood, a professor in William & Mary’s Department of Geology, and Jeffrey Bellin, University Professor for Teaching Excellence at W&M Law School, are 2019 recipients of Virginia Outstanding Faculty Awards.

By Adrienne Berard and Joseph McClain

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Board Notes

Report from the winter meeting of the WMAA Board of Directors.

By John S. Kane

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Splendor in the Grass

In the 1930s, disease and a deadly hurricane wiped out the eelgrass that had flourished in the shallow bays along Virginia’s Atlantic coast. The coastal waters lay barren for decades. Then along came a gardener

By Sara Piccini