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Campus Renewal
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Updates on new spaces and renovations
New Perspectives
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In the Photomania class taught by Eliot Dudik, associate teaching professor of art, students examine photography as an intersection of technology, history and human experience.
Honoring Civic Leaders
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Four receive honorary degrees
The W&M Effect
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M. Brennan Harris '93 taps into his undergraduate experiences as chair of William & Mary's health sciences department
Big Questions: Business, AI and the Liberal Arts
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The spring Tack Faculty Lecture Series asked a timely question: What happens when human judgment meets machine intelligence?
Campus Perspectives
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When technology and humanities meet
Meeting Legal Needs
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W&M’s new Community Law Clinic serves region's low-income residents
Springtime Sun
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Students enjoy a beautiful spring day on campus
2026 Plumeri Awards
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Faculty excellence celebrated by generosity of Joseph J. Plumeri II ’66, D.P.S. ’11
Winter Wonderland
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A surprise snowfall covered William & Mary’s campus with a beautiful blanket of snow at the end of the fall semester
Tracking China’s Global Influence
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New research from W&M’s AidData tracks China’s secretive loans and grants in high-income and developing countries for the first time
Forbes Names W&M a Leader in Careers
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William & Mary is a top university for launching careers, according to the new “15 Top Colleges For Launching Your Career” report from Forbes
How College Presidents Succeed
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Three generations of the Reveley family successfully led major Virginia colleges and universities for decades, a legacy unmatched in higher education
Mollusks on the Move
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Scallop numbers soar on the Eastern Shore of Virginia
A Campus for Innovative Learning
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W&M’s Washington Center connects students and alumni with D.C. opportunities
Wrenovation
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Work is underway to replace the Wren Building’s nearly 100-year-old roof, restore the cupola, remedy extensive water infiltration issues and make additional repairs.
'Groundbreaking' Discoveries
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Archaeology at W&M deepens understanding of the historic Williamsburg Bray School
Celebrating 50 Years of W&M’s Highland
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Affectionately called “William & Mary West,” Highland serves as a western Virginia location for students, alumni and faculty to gather and learn
Class of 2025 Breaks Giving Record
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The Senior Class Gift is a longstanding tradition of student philanthropy at William & Mary
W&M Welcomes New Students
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Opening Convocation featured Darpan Kapadia ’95
‘A Company of Militia’
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As the United States prepares to observe the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, William & Mary commemorates 250 years since the formation of the College Camp
Bringing the World to W&M
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Global scholars’ experiences add intercultural dimensions to the university
Safeguarding the Environment
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W&M students work with faculty and conservation partners to cultivate a sustainable future
Stottlemyer Receives Honorary Degree
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During the Charter Day celebration of William & Mary’s founding 332 years ago, former W&M Rector Todd Stottlemyer ’85, P ’16, P ’21 received an honorary Doctor of Public Service degree.
Topping Off ‘The Mack’
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Mackesy Sports Performance Center raises the bar
W&M Classified As One of the Nation's Top Research Institutions
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The university has been designated an “R1” research institution by the Carnegie Classification system.
W&M in the News
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Faculty, staff and alumni make headlines
Back Room to Boardroom
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A gift of $15 million to establish the Estes Center for Excellence in Accounting at William & Mary’s Raymond A. Mason School of Business seeks to transform the image of modern accounting.
An Artistic Vision Comes to Life
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W&M dedicates The Martha Wren Briggs Center for the Visual Arts, home of the expanded Muscarelle Museum of Art
A New Chapter Begins
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On May 16, the Class of 2025 celebrated Commencement, joining over 116,000 alumni worldwide.
2025 Plumeri Awards
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Faculty excellence celebrated by generosity of Joseph J. Plumeri II ’66, D.P.S. ’11
Starring Role
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This year’s Homecoming Grand Marshal was Cord Jefferson ’04, who has won an Academy Award and an Emmy Award as a writer and director.
Initiating Innovation
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ARII grants fund groundbreaking research into democracy, health care and sustainability
W&M Adds Navy ROTC Program
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William & Mary officially joined the Hampton Roads Navy ROTC consortium in late September, an effort years in the making that will have a profound impact on student learning and the university’s relationship with the military.
Coach of the Year
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Jessica Giuggioli, head coach for W&M Women’s Tennis, led the Tribe to consecutive Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) titles and won the CAA Coach of the Year award for the past three seasons.
New Dean for a New School
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Douglas “Doug” Schmidt ’84, M.A. ’86 has been named the inaugural dean of William & Mary’s School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics.
Wielding Authority
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U.S. presidents have pushed the limits of their power with varying outcomes
Landmark Generosity
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During Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2024, two special events honored initiatives made possible by private philanthropy that will help William & Mary solve the pressing global issues of our time.
Faculty & Staff Service Awards
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The William & Mary Alumni Association Faculty and Staff Service Awards recognize individuals who deliver outstanding work in support of the Alumni Association and its programs.
Favorite Traditions
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Alumni share the William & Mary happenings they love most
Addressing the STEM Teacher Shortage
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The William & Mary School of Education recently received a significant new funding boost from the National Science Foundation to advance the recruitment and retention of STEM teachers.
$100 Million Gift for Batten School
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Historic gift is the largest ever to a university in support of coastal and marine sciences.
SCHEV Approves New W&M School
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The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) approved William & Mary’s School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics on July 23.
Three W&M Players Selected in MLB Draft
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It was the moment they had been dreaming about since they first put on a baseball glove.
Four Alumni Join W&M Board of Visitors
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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced the appointment of five business and community leaders to William & Mary’s Board of Visitors on June 28, including four alumni.
Griffin Gold
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The Virginia Beer Co. has launched William & Mary’s first officially licensed beer, Griffin Gold.
Building West Woods
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The construction of a five-building residential complex on the west side of campus is well underway.
W&M Wins Gold for Externship Program
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William & Mary’s Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement (OCDPE) won a Gold 2024 Circle of Excellence Award for its externship program.
A World of Opportunity
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Two 2024 graduates tell how study abroad programs enhanced their W&M experience
Bunch, Trammell Awarded Honorary Degrees
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During Charter Day Weekend 2024, two exemplary individuals received honorary degrees.
2024 Plumeri Awards
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Faculty excellence celebrated by generosity of Joseph J. Plumeri II ’66, D.P.S. ’11
All In for the Win
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William & Mary exceeds campaign goal for Athletics, strengthening support for athletes, coaches and staff
A New Adventure
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On May 17, the Class of 2024 celebrated Commencement, joining a vibrant, close-knit community of over 110,000 alumni worldwide.
Introducing Head Coach Brian Earl
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Brian Earl is the new head coach for William & Mary Men’s Basketball, Director of Athletics Brian D. Mann announced on March 23.
Truth and 'Fiction'
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Academy Award winner Cord Jefferson ’04 shares career advice during the Ampersand International Arts Festival
Close Encounter
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During Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2023, the university community welcomed Glenn Close ’74, D.A. ’89, H.F. ’19
Serving Their Nation's Students
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The Troops to Teachers Virginia Center (TTTVC) at the William & Mary School of Education has secured $760,000 in federal pandemic relief funding
Monroe Goes Geothermal
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As part of the Housing and Dining Comprehensive Facilities Plan, William & Mary is installing a geothermal system that will efficiently and sustainably heat and cool Monroe Hall
A Stand-Up Guy
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Patton Oswalt ’91, D.A. ’23 returns for student show
W&M No. 1 for Study Abroad
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William & Mary is first among public universities in the nation for study abroad participation
Applied Science
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Ph.D. students explain their cutting-edge research and the science equipment that makes it possible
VIMS Photo Contest
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Capturing the important work of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science
W&M in the News
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Faculty and staff make headlines
W&M Co-Hosts NATO Youth Summit
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Disinformation’s impact on the future of democracy, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and artificial intelligence were recurring themes at the 2023 NATO Youth Summit on June 5, co-hosted by William & Mary and NATO in Brussels and Washington, D.C.
A Tribute to Bernard Bowman
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Raymond Bernard Bowman Sr., who worked at William & Mary for 36 years and was known as “keeper” of the Wren Building, passed away in July 2023.
An Ecosystem All Their Own
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The Institute for Integrative Conservation connects W&M with the world, and vice versa
W&M Wins Big in San Francisco
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The William & Mary community gathered June 1-4 on the West Coast for W&M Weekend in San Francisco.
W&M Football Legends
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In the fall of 1953, the W&M football team accomplished what no other college is likely to repeat.
AI and the Arts
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Reflections on the tension between artificial intelligence and human creativity
Top of Their Game
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Jill Ellis ’88, L.H.D. ’16, Sean McDermott ’98 receive Hall of Fame recognition
W&M in the News
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Faculty and staff make headlines
Board Notes
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Report from the winter meeting of the WMAA Board of Directors
Onward to Bright Futures
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On May 19, the Class of 2023 celebrated Commencement and officially became alumni of William & Mary.
The Brafferton at 300
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Rediscovering the complex past of the Brafferton School
History In Motion
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Preserving and interpreting the Williamsburg Bray School
Plumeri Awards for Faculty Excellence
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On May 13, the achievements of 10 William & Mary faculty members were recognized during the 2023 Plumeri Awards for Faculty Excellence ceremony.
My Spot
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Alumni and parent staff share their favorite locations on campus
Board Notes
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Report from the fall 2022 meeting of the WMAA Board of Directors
Cast Your Vote
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Meet your WMAA Board of Directors nominees
W&M to Cover Tuition and Fees for All In-State Pell Grant Recipients
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For the 2023-24 school year, William & Mary will guarantee scholarship aid for all in-state, undergraduate Pell Grant eligible students
Rankings Download
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William & Mary continues to have the highest alumni giving rate of any public university
Lessons in Leadership
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The annual McGlothlin Leadership Forum was held Oct. 11-12 at Miller Hall
How We Look at the World
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Anthropology and literature help us navigate the human experience
A Season to Remember
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William & Mary Football’s record-breaking season concludes in NCAA quarterfinals
Take a Seat
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The expanded Sadler Center, with 53,000 square feet of new space, creates a centerpiece of activity in the heart of William & Mary’s campus
What's Your &?
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Career Center campaign celebrates student ‘ands’
W&M Breaks Ground on Athletics Complex
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On May 9, William & Mary broke ground on the W&M Athletics Complex
Inaugural Black Alumni Reunion
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William & Mary hosted its first Black Alumni Reunion on May 6-8
Consider Freedom of Speech
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Perspectives on how to hold difficult conversations with respect
New VIMS Scholarship Honors Owens
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The Owens Foundation has created the Carroll W. Owens, Jr. Scholarship Endowment at William & Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) in honor of Carroll W. Owens, Jr. ’62, P ’90, P ’92
Business School Welcomes New Dean
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Todd Mooradian, award-winning teacher, scholar and administrator, began his role as dean of William & Mary’s Raymond A. Mason School of Business on Aug. 15
Bridging the Divide
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William & Mary has a long history of supporting both veterans and active-duty members of the United States’ armed forces
Dean Larry Pulley Announces Retirement
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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
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United Front
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Since Russia’s Feb. 24 invasion of Ukraine, casualties, destruction and displacement have continued to rise
Commencement
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William & Mary celebrated our 2022 graduates during Commencement Weekend, May 19-22
Ukraine, Russia and the Future World Order
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William & Mary’s Global Research Institute convened a panel of experts in March to discuss "Russia, Ukraine and the Future of Global Order"
Into the Quantum Realm
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Department of Energy selects W&M physicists to advance quantum computing
Bountiful Harvest
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The opening of the Acuff Aquaculture Center marks a new era in cutting-edge research at William & Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science
W&M Sets New Application Record
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For the second year in a row, the university saw record-breaking interest from prospective students in attending William & Mary
Making A Splash
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On Feb. 19, W&M Women’s Swimming celebrated a significant victory — their first CAA Championship title since 2017 and their fourth overall