Student support, additional flexibility are the focus as delay in availability of FAFSA applicant data prompts university to shift deadline to May 15
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Power of history, arts celebrated at W&M’s Charter Day
Lonnie Bunch, secretary of Smithsonian Institution, reflected on the power and purpose of history as the keynote speaker for William & Mary’s 2024 Charter Day
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William & Mary breaks another Early Decision application record
For the third consecutive year, William & Mary received a record number of Early Decision applications for its next first-year class.
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Arts rising: W&M welcomes new executive director of the arts
Eric Despard, an experienced strategic leader in the arts and humanities, will report to the dean of Arts & Sciences and collaborate closely with faculty across campus to develop an integrated and forward-looking vision for…
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Longtime runner Rick Platt ’72 donates $2.3M in support of W&M Athletics
Gift will transform locker rooms for the track & field and cross country programs.
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Honoring excellence: Meet this year’s Charter Day award winners
Two students and two faculty members are recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the community.
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TutorZone offers free tutoring services this academic year
TutorZone served a record-breaking number of students through support of the Parents Fund.
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All In for the win
William & Mary exceeds campaign goal for Athletics, strengthening support for athletes, coaches and staff.
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Smithsonian’s visionary leader to highlight W&M Charter Day
Ceremony to highlight W&M’s Year of the Arts celebration; Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III and former W&M Rector Jeffrey B. Trammell '73 to receive honorary degrees.
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All In campaign for W&M Athletics nears finish line
New $1M gift benefits the W&M Athletics Complex, brings campaign total to $53M
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W&M sees another significant increase in Early Decision applications
Numbers indicate that W&M is the top choice for many prospective students.
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William & Mary Law School breaks new ground with Online Master of Legal Studies program
William & Mary Law School, a pioneer in legal education, is making waves once again with the launch of its innovative Online Master of Legal Studies program.
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Home field advantage
Three longtime W&M supporters team up to transform Dillard Field for campuswide use, with gifts bringing the All In campaign total to more than $52 million.
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$3M in new gifts accelerates momentum for W&M Athletics’ All In campaign
Support from alumni brings total raised to more than $50 million as the clock ticks down.
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Sandra Day O’Connor, 23rd Chancellor of William & Mary, remembered
The university remembers former Supreme Court Justice and William & Mary Chancellor Sandra Day O'Connor.
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W&M remembers 22nd Chancellor Henry Kissinger
Kissinger served as the university’s chancellor from 2000 to 2005.
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Celebrating success: William & Mary’s first Reading Specialist Certificate cohort completes program
The Reading Specialist Certificate, developed by Literacy Leadership Program Coordinator Denise Johnson, addresses a statewide shortage of reading specialists.
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Alma mater of innovation: Proposed new school positions W&M as a leader in the evolution of liberal arts and sciences
Building on existing strengths, a new school joining Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Science and Physics at William & Mary to be launched by fall 2025.
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William & Mary is #1 in study abroad among public universities
William & Mary is first among public universities in the nation in study-abroad participation according to the Open Doors 2023 Report on International Educational Exchange.
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Creating career pathways: W&M to transform work-study positions into internships
Part of the Vision 2026 strategic plan, the program will expand access to applied learning opportunities for first-generation, limited-income students
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A familiar face at the helm: Don Butler appointed chief of William & Mary Police
Butler has extensive experience in law enforcement, including serving with W&M Police since 2012
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New scholarship honors Adrienne Vaughan ’00
Alumna’s widower and friends establish fund to provide need-based support for students from the Portsmouth, Virginia, region
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Lighting the way for out-of-state students
$2.5M scholarship and applied learning gift will open doors for Pell Grant-eligible students from outside Virginia
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New geothermal system at Monroe Hall sets a trend for sustainable energy across the W&M campus
Monroe Hall will be the first building on campus to utilize renewable, sustainable and cost-effective geothermal energy.
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New partnership to provide foundations for 21st century democracy
Joint venture with The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation supports university's Vision 2026 Democracy Initiative through engaged dialogue and leadership development.
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Michael Dick named director of new Office of Military & Veteran Affairs at William & Mary Law School
The mission of OMVA is to provide dedicated, focused and holistic support to students at William & Mary Law School who are veterans, active duty or reserve forces personnel.
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Legal expert and thought leader on sea-level rise adaptation selected to lead Virginia Coastal Resilience Collaborative
Part of W&M’s Vision 2026 strategic plan, the collaborative launched this month.
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Glenn Close ’74, D.A. ’89, H.F. ’19 to be honored at Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2023
Award-winning actor Glenn Close ’74, D.A. ’89, H.F. ’19 is returning to her alma mater for a series of special events during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, Oct. 19-22.
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Meghan D. Palombo M.B.A. ’23 named associate vice president for annual giving & philanthropic engagement
The associate vice president for annual giving and philanthropic engagement is responsible for the innovative strategic design, development and implementation of all aspects of the university’s Annual Giving Program.
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