More than 30 undergraduate presenters highlighted the role of mentored research in inspiring and driving their self-evolution, the theme of this year’s conference.
Research & Scholarship
Research & Scholarship
W&M undergraduate researchers take on climate change
Two William & Mary undergraduates are throwing their lab coats in the ring to identify potential solutions to the most pressing environmental concerns of our time.
University News
W&M Law School enters alliance with Alliance University to foster collaboration, academic exchange
The agreement will strengthen academic collaboration and promote mutual cooperation in various fields of education, research and innovation.
University News
A return for Willie Anne Wright ’45
William & Mary's Muscarelle Museum of Art acquires works by renowned pinhole photographer and painter whose talent was encouraged as a student.
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Truth and ‘Fiction’
Oscar winner Cord Jefferson ’04 shares career advice during the Ampersand International Arts Festival.
Research & Scholarship
Sharp Journalism Seminar fellows investigate local, global issues
The seminar serves as William & Mary’s incubator for investigative reporting.
University News
Tradition and generosity abound
More than $3.7M raised for over 880 designations across campus on One Tribe One Day.
Excellence
W&M’s Christie S. Warren receives Fulbright Scholar Award for research in Sweden
Professor Christie S. Warren of William & Mary Law School has been awarded the Fulbright-Lund Distinguished Chair in Public International Law for the 2024-2025 academic year.
W&M Life
Spring 2024 W&M alumni book roundup
A look at some of the books recently published by William & Mary alumni.
Service & Community
Building communities where veterans flourish through the arts
Brian Jenkins ’16 tells how W&M prepared him to address social isolation and well-being challenges among veterans.
Research & Scholarship
Unexpected findings emerge in study of subsurface effects of marine heatwaves in estuaries
Study is the first of its kind worldwide.
University News
William & Mary selects Brian Earl to lead men’s basketball
Cornell University head coach Brian Earl will take the reins of men's basketball at William & Mary.
Research & Scholarship
New grant takes undergraduate researchers on the road
More than 20 William & Mary students have received Research in Motion travel grants since the Charles Center launched the program last fall to expand the impact and reach of undergraduate research.
University News
$30M gift to honor former U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates
Alumna’s investment will establish Robert M. Gates Hall, transforming William & Mary’s academic landscape and supporting collaborative research with global impact.
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It’s just rocket science
William & Mary alumnus Russell “Buzz” Wincheski joins the NASA Inventors Hall of Fame.
Service & Community
The art and science of coffee
James Kroll '12 finds an appreciative customer base for Column 15 on campus and beyond.
Research & Scholarship
Symposium to highlight graduate & honors research connections
More than 155 graduate and undergraduate honors students from William & Mary and several regional universities will present their groundbreaking research at the second annual Graduate & Honors Research Symposium in Sadler Center March 20-22.
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Power plays: W&M alumnae tap varsity sports experience to build winning careers
William & Mary alumnae athletes turned business and nonprofit executives share their stories.
Research & Scholarship
Honors Fellowships program at W&M sees overwhelming demand
The program provides up to $4,000 to rising seniors to conduct 10 full-time weeks of research.
University News
W&M Athletics to dedicate Jill Ellis Field, establish 1987 Women’s Soccer Team Training Center
A completely new turf field named Jill Ellis Field will be installed in the new 1987 Women’s Soccer Team Training Center, which will include a new scoreboard and lights, making night practices and games possible.
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Home & hearth matter
Ted Decker '85 leads The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer.
Research & Scholarship
Q&A: W&M professor publishes highly-acclaimed biography
Class of 1962 Professor of History Chitralekha Zutshi recently published "Sheikh Abdullah: The Caged Lion of Kashmir."
Service & Community
W&M presents 2024 alumni service awards
The Douglas N. Morton ’62 Alumni and Young Alumni Service Awards recognize alumni who are constantly working to engage and support alumni, connecting them to each other and the university.
Research & Scholarship
Catron exhibition to feature student voices, creations
Seven William & Mary undergraduate artists selected as 2023-2024 Catron Scholars will be featured in a special Andrews Gallery exhibition Feb. 19-23.
Service & Community
Meet W&M’s 2024 Alumni Medallion recipients
The 2024 Alumni Medallions were bestowed at a ceremony during Charter Day Weekend.
Service & Community
‘Aprendiendo Juntos’: A love letter to immigrant families
The Aprendiendo Juntos (or learning together) Project is a community-based initiative involving partnerships with Grove Christian Outreach Center, two local high schools and William & Mary undergraduate student volunteers.
Research & Scholarship
A collection five decades in the making
W&M Professor Emeritus Terry Meyers donates collection on poet A.C. Swinburne to W&M Libraries.
W&M Life
Year of the Arts fills spring calendar
The new semester brings with it a vast array of opportunities for people to enjoy the arts at William & Mary as the university continues its celebration of the Year of the Arts.
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Just keep showing up
Kirsten Schimke Jones ’93 reflects on her journey from W&M volleyball star to helping families of young athletes create a supportive environment.
Service & Community
Local partnership provides youth mentoring
W&M Associate Professor Janise Parker’s latest project is a partnership with the Youth Volunteer Corps of Hampton Roads, specifically designed for students participating in its “Service Through STEM” Clubs.