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James Boswell ’86 shares his full-circle journey from being a student working at William & Mary’s Earl Gregg Swem Library to returning to the university as a faculty member — and as a member of the W&M Libraries Board of Directors.

By Connie G. Ryu ’25

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Telling Stories of Science

As a science journalist, Kendall Powell ’97 says it helps “to be infinitely curious about things, to keep asking questions and keep pursuing the answers.”

By Connie G. Ryu ’25

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A Perfect Pairing

Michael Crowder ’88 blends his love of chemistry and bourbon in the lab.

By Catherine Tyson ’20

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On Her Soapbox

Lori Palen ’01 turns data into action through clear communication.

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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The Art of Translating

Roberto “Bob” Van Eyken ’74 is bringing his grandfather’s novels to English-speaking audiences for the first time.

By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24

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An Hour for the Soul

Jennifer Gray Braswell ’08 creates a space for fitness and community

By Valerie Brown Wilkins M.Ed. ’08 and Faith Odom ’22

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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

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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

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Making Waves

Grit, tenacity and passion have carried Sophia Luwis ’20 from W&M’s Club Rowing to the World Rowing Championships

By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24

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It's Just Rocket Science

William & Mary alumnus Russell “Buzz” Wincheski joins the NASA Inventors Hall of Fame

By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24

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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

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Making Waves

Grit, tenacity and passion have carried Sophia Luwis ’20 from W&M’s Club Rowing to the World Rowing Championships

By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24

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It's Just Rocket Science

William & Mary alumnus Russell “Buzz” Wincheski joins the NASA Inventors Hall of Fame

By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24

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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

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A Passport Into a World of Secrets

Sophia Wiedeman Glock '04 shares her story in a graphic memoir

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Building Peace

A study abroad experience and internship drew Brianna Ferebee '19 to international development and peace building

By Mary Beth Bauermann ’24

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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

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A Time for Wine

Three W&M alumni partner with friends to open Valley Road Vineyards

By Tina Eshleman

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'Go Where I Am Needed'

Maj. Shannon Beydler Hillery '12 pivoted at W&M to become a Marine Corps judge advocate

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Bringing Science to Life

Self-proclaimed paleo fanatic Timshel Purdum ’93 inspires passion and curiosity as education director at the Science Museum of Virginia

By Julia DeKorte ’23

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Point of View

Omar Kamara ’15 crafts a filmmaking career with stories of his West African family

By Tina Eshleman

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A Homecoming for All

The W&M community gathered on campus Oct. 6-9 for Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2022

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Medicine & Music

Dr. Mike Fitch ’93 has a dual passion for barbershop singing and healing others

By Jacob A. Miller ’18

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A Homecoming for All

The W&M community gathered on campus Oct. 6-9 for Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2022

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Becoming Thao

Through music, Thao B. Nguyen ’06 finds the freedom to be her true self

By Julia DeKorte ’23

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From Williamsburg to the World

Elizabeth “Beth” Webster J.D. ’98, Colombia Barrosse ’80, J.D. ’85 and Christopher “Chris” Crawford J.D. ’09 use their law degrees to make better policy and serve their country

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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The Other Side of the Lens

Award-winning photojournalist Brendan Hoffman ’02 documents ordinary lives caught up in extraordinary circumstances

By Sara Piccini

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Citizen of the World

Digital art innovator Soh Yeong Roh ’84 advocates a cosmopolitan outlook

By Tina Eshleman

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Snag That Swag

Michael Martocci ’17 finds success with startup SwagUp

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Gold-Medal Leadership

Kathy Carter ’91 is bringing the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games to Los Angeles

By Dave Johnson and Leslie McCullough M.B.A. ’17

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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

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Putting Children First

Dr. Lee Beers ’92 leads pediatricians’ response to COVID-19, other health priorities

By Tina Eshleman

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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

2021 Commencement: Jonathan Diaz-Ramos '21 & Vanessa Guzman '21

Vanessa Guzman ’21 and Jonathan Diaz-Ramos ’21 came to W&M with the unique challenges most first-generation students face – a lack of knowledge and guidance about the college experience along with worries about fitting in on campus that can induce feelings of isolation and loneliness.

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On the Record

W&M alumni are breaking news from the Wren Building to the White House and beyond

By Noah Robertson '19

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Art Mirrors Life

As an entertainment writer, Cord Jefferson ’04 draws on history, current events and lived experiences

By Tina Eshleman

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‘Mr. Blackstone’

Billy Coleburn ’90 balances roles as an elected official and newspaper editor

By Tina Eshleman

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Racing Into a Digital Age

Lauren Edwards ’08 leverages social media to help athletes build their brand

By Katherine Vermilyea '22

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Historical Revival

Cliff Fleet ’91, M.A. ’93, J.D. ’95, M.B.A. ’95 is Colonial Williamsburg’s new president and CEO.

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Rising STEM Star

Candice Hatcher-Solis ’07 leads Air Force research team

By Tina Eshleman

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History in the Making

Marcia Anderson ’83 directs White House Historical Association publications

By Leslie McCullough M.B.A. ’17

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Alumna is a leader in COVID-19 vaccine study

Dr. Lisa A. Jackson ’84 has conducted numerous vaccine studies, but the task before her in March was different — the timing compressed, the stakes higher — when her team launched one of the first human clinical trials for a vaccine to block infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. In the face of a global pandemic, this vaccine represented hope.

By Tina Eshleman

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Transforming Primary Care

Through their fellowship this summer, Dena Bashri ’20 and Shivani Gupta ’20 are working on projects as diverse as ensuring the homeless have access to telehealth to tracking the supply chain of COVID-19 testing kits.

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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Scrubs and a Picture

Reflections from alumna Jennifer Dent Butler ’03, M.Ed. ’05

By Jennifer Dent Butler ’03, M.Ed. ’05

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Staying Vigilant Against the Virus

As Delaware's deputy state epidemiologist, Erica E. Smith '08 is tracking COVID-19 data, implementing expanded testing and contact-tracing, and battling "quarantine fatigue."

By Tina Eshleman

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Staying Vigilant Against the Virus

As Delaware's deputy state epidemiologist, Erica E. Smith '08 is tracking COVID-19 data, implementing expanded testing and contact-tracing, and battling "quarantine fatigue."

By Tina Eshleman

Moesha Parsons '20: Past to Present

When Moesha Parsons ’20 received her acceptance to William & Mary in the spring of 2016, she couldn’t believe her eyes — she had received a full scholarship. Now, four years later, Parsons is celebrating another dream come true — graduating with her Tribe family and obtaining her Bachelor of Science degree. Parsons looks back over her journey from wide-eyed freshman, eager to take everything in, to self-confident, accomplished graduate.

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Protecting People with PPE

At the CDC’s Emergency Operations Center, Megan Casey ’04 offers guidance on finding and using personal protective equipment

By Tina Eshleman

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Building a Sustainable World

Fred Kukelhaus ’05 furnishes innovative spaces

By Jack Ehlenberger '20

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Real TOPGUN

Rear Admiral Bill Sizemore M.B.A. ’89 flew with and trained the best

By Jack Ehlenberger '20

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Wilderness Leader

Terri Watson ’85 relies on small teams to achieve big goals

By Tina Eshleman

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On a Mission of Comfort

Dr. A. Scott Morris '10 just returned to Virginia after more than a month as head of the radiology division on the USNS Comfort, assisting New York City hospitals as part of the COVID-19 response.

By Tina Eshleman

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Not Your Typical Cocktail Party

The spirit of bringing people together is integral to the canned cocktail company CC DesRosiers '14 founded in 2018 with her husband, Reed. It’s called Troop Beverage Co., because the drinks are designed for “just kicking back with your troop.”

By Claire De Lisle M.B.A. ’21

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On the Front Lines: A Physician’s View of the Pandemic

As Dr. Jennifer Primeggia '02 and her partners in the infectious diseases group at a Washington, D.C.-area hospital fight to save lives, COVID-19 is putting a strain on supplies and health care workers.

By Tina Eshleman