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W&M rises across rankings tied to student experience, outcomes

The university has been recognized for teaching, careers and civic leadership.

Amber Kennedy | September 22, 2026

Research & Scholarship

TRAP Program turns lost fishing gear into lasting solutions as nationwide impact grows

After recovering more than 600,000 pounds of lost fishing traps in just two years, the Nationwide Fishing Trap, Removal Assessment and Prevention (TRAP) Program is announcing 11 new coastal clean up projects in seven states.

John Wallace, W&M's VIMS & Batten School | September 23, 2026

This is a photo of students Richie de Luna '28 and Aidan Hasling '27 who won top awards for the scientific research they did over the summer of 2026.

Research & Scholarship

Students earn top honors in microelectronics research

Two William & Mary students earned Gold Awards from the Virginia Microelectronics Consortium’s Summer Scholarships program.

Ava Shafer '28, CDSP | September 21, 2026

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Research & Scholarship

W&M Libraries receives NEH grant to preserve American Revolution-era materials

William & Mary Libraries is one of five institutions awarded the grant as part of a consortium.

Tami Back, William & Mary Libraries | September 17, 2026

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William ‘Bill’ Schermerhorn ’82 to be 2026 Homecoming grand marshal

He will lead the parade and be honored on the field during the football game.

Brendan Doyle and Claire De Lisle, University Marketing | September 17, 2026

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Paying it forward, one soccer ball at a time

Tribe soccer player Zeta Kromah is the founder of Tribe Stars in Liberia, a series of clinics that offered underserved young people instruction in soccer, school and leadership.

Susan Corbett | September 16, 2026

This is a photo of Gabriel Imholte ‘28 conducting his geology research on campus alongside his research advisor Joanmarie Del Vecchio. through the Summer Research Scholars program.

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Summer housing fund fuels student research

The Charles Center for Undergraduate Research provides opportunities that make summer research possible for William & Mary students across disciplines.

Rebecca Ries '27, College of Arts & Sciences | September 14, 2026

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From classroom to cyber range: W&M students take on critical infrastructure threats

Seven William & Mary students gained hands-on cybersecurity experience this summer during Cyber Fortress 26, a two-week exercise hosted by the Virginia Army National Guard in Virginia Beach.

Randy Ready, CDSP | September 10, 2026

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Forbes names W&M a ‘New Ivy’ for second time

For the second consecutive year, Forbes has counted William & Mary among “The New Ivies” for the university’s excellence in career readiness.

Erin Jay | April 13, 2026

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William & Mary earns highest honor as a ‘Military Friendly’ institution

The university has been reaffirmed as a Gold-Level Military Friendly School by MilitaryFriendly.com, the highest honor a university can receive.

William Oster | April 2, 2026

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Celebrate: 2026 Commencement recap

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2026 Day for Admitted Students

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Charter Day 2026: Ken Burns

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Charter Day 2026: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger

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Celebrate together: Homecoming 2025

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Uncovering layers of history

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William & Mary sustains its excellence in career outcomes for Class of 2025

The Class of 2025 Next Destination Survey results showcase W&M’s commitment to student outcomes and career readiness.

Brendan Doyle, University Marketing | September 10, 2026

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Tomlin and Brady take center stage as NFL season begins

All eyes are on W&M alumni Mike Tomlin ’95, L.H.D. ’08 and Joe Brady ’13 as they take on new roles in broadcasting and coaching, respectively.

W&M Athletics staff | September 9, 2026

Research & Scholarship

Chesapeake Bay underwater grasses increase 7%, buoyed by gains in salty waters

Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), one of the Chesapeake Bay’s most important indicators of ecosystem health, increased by 7% to an estimated 89,395 acres in 2025.

John Wallace, W&M's VIMS & Batten School | September 9, 2026

Actress and playwright Sylvia Milo portrays Mozart's unsung sister, Ninnerl, in The Other Mozart, wearing a dress with a circumference of 18 feet

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‘The Other Mozart’ spotlights a forgotten musical genius — with help from a W&M faculty connection

The acclaimed one-woman play comes to Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall on Oct. 3.

Susan Corbett | September 9, 2026

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Week of Civic Leadership encourages W&M community to engage in service

Featuring a live taping of "Left, Right & Center," the week includes a series of opportunities available for members of the campus community to engage in service and learning.

William Oster | September 4, 2026

University News

New contemplative studies major explores mind, body and consciousness

Faculty collaborated to create the new major, available beginning this fall.

Nina Argel '28, College of Arts & Sciences | September 2, 2026

W&M rises across rankings tied to student experience, outcomes

TRAP Program turns lost fishing gear into lasting solutions as nationwide impact grows

Students earn top honors in microelectronics research

W&M Libraries receives NEH grant to preserve American Revolution-era materials

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William ‘Bill’ Schermerhorn ’82 to be 2026 Homecoming grand marshal

Paying it forward, one soccer ball at a time

Summer housing fund fuels student research

From classroom to cyber range: W&M students take on critical infrastructure threats

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Forbes names W&M a ‘New Ivy’ for second time

William & Mary earns highest honor as a ‘Military Friendly’ institution

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Celebrate: 2026 Commencement recap

2026 Day for Admitted Students

Charter Day 2026: Ken Burns

Charter Day 2026: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger

Celebrate together: Homecoming 2025

Uncovering layers of history

William & Mary sustains its excellence in career outcomes for Class of 2025

Tomlin and Brady take center stage as NFL season begins

Chesapeake Bay underwater grasses increase 7%, buoyed by gains in salty waters

‘The Other Mozart’ spotlights a forgotten musical genius — with help from a W&M faculty connection

Week of Civic Leadership encourages W&M community to engage in service

New contemplative studies major explores mind, body and consciousness

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