Education

Rolling the Dice
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Rolling the Dice
From tech giant to board game startup to her own company, Catherine Fisher Carr ’91 made bold career moves
Story By Isabella Dunn ’28
We Got the Beat
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We Got the Beat
William & Mary’s concert scene has kept the rhythm going for generations of students
Story By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24
‘A Company of Militia’
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‘A Company of Militia’
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
By Brit Erslev ’97 and Charles Bowery ’92
Bringing the World to W&M
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Bringing the World to W&M
Global scholars’ experiences add intercultural dimensions to the university
By Dorothy (Yijing) Gao ’24 and Tomos Llywelyn Evans Ph.D. ’25
It was All Joy
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It was All Joy
William & Mary's women's basketball team savored every moment of its historic journey to the NCAA Tournament
By Nathan Warters
Stottlemyer Receives Honorary Degree
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Stottlemyer Receives Honorary Degree
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.
By Jackson Maynard ’25
Safeguarding the Environment
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Safeguarding the Environment
W&M students work with faculty and conservation partners to cultivate a sustainable future
By Alexandra “Ali” Otto ’27 and Cayley Santella ’25
2025 Plumeri Awards
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2025 Plumeri Awards
Faculty excellence celebrated by generosity of Joseph J. Plumeri II ’66, D.P.S. ’11
By Annie Powell M.A. ’18, Ph.D. ’24
Channeling the Force of AI
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Channeling the Force of AI
Lingfei ‘Teddy’ Wu Ph.D. ’16 sees the potential for artificial intelligence to transform the practice of law
By Tina Eshleman
Landmark Generosity
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Landmark Generosity
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.
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
Faculty & Staff Service Awards
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Faculty & Staff Service Awards
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.
By Catherine Tyson ’20
Toward ‘A More Perfect Union’
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Toward ‘A More Perfect Union’
William & Mary resolves to strengthen democracy
By Tina Eshleman
The Many Sides of Joyce Hill Stoner '68
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The Many Sides of Joyce Hill Stoner '68
An eminent art conservator shares her story
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
2024 Plumeri Awards
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2024 Plumeri Awards
Faculty excellence celebrated by generosity of Joseph J. Plumeri II ’66, D.P.S. ’11
By Jacob A. Miller ’18
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
Power Plays
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Power Plays
William & Mary alumnae tap varsity sports experience to build winning careers
By Tina Eshleman
Serving Their Nation's Students
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Serving Their Nation's Students
The Troops to Teachers Virginia Center (TTTVC) at the William & Mary School of Education has secured $760,000 in federal pandemic relief funding
By Kimberly Richards-Thomas
Amplifying Student Voices
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Amplifying Student Voices
Kevin Dua ’09 is an award-winning teacher and advocate for his students
By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21
A Growing Village
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A Growing Village
Nicole Lynn Lewis ’03 is expanding the reach of her nonprofit beyond the D.C. region by working with policymakers and educational institutions to better accommodate parenting students and improve graduation rates.
By Tina Eshleman
Esports Center Opens
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Esports Center Opens
In March, William & Mary opened its Esports Training and Research Center (ETARC)
By Adrienne Berard
New Faces
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New Faces
Meet William & Mary’s new deans
By Tina Eshleman
Back to School
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Back to School
Zachary Fetters’ ’16, M.A.Ed. ’18 path from the gridiron to grade school
By Noah Robertson '19
The Namesake
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The Namesake
“This building … is named in honor of one of the truly great alumnae of our college,” said Professor Caroline Sinclair. “One whose intelligence, energy, character and professional skill set an example for all who will enter these halls with purpose.” Sinclair was speaking in late 1963 at the opening of Adair Hall, William & Mary’s new women’s gymnasium.
By Noah Robertson '19
Robert Knoeppel: The New Dean of the School of Education
Robert Knoeppel: The New Dean of the School of Education
On July 15, 2020, William & Mary welcomed Dean Robert C. Knoeppel to the School of Education. Here the Dean shares what drew him to William & Mary and his priorities and vision for the School of Education.