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Funding for W&M internships and applied learning increases tenfold with new leadership gift

The two-year commitment by W&M Foundation trustee Darpan Kapadia ’95 to the Career Center Student Internship Fund is the largest gift in the university’s history that directly supports internships.

Tina Eshleman, University Marketing | February 7, 2023

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W&M receives record total of Early Decision applications

Early Decision applications to William & Mary increased 18%, the second consecutive record-breaking year for this phase of the admission process.

Erin Jay | January 31, 2023

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Q&A: Setting goals with continuous improvement in mind

New Assistant Provost for Institutional Accreditation & Effectiveness Matthew J. Smith leads institutional effectiveness and change efforts at William & Mary, ensuring compliance with accreditation and state council oversight requirements.

Nathan Warters | January 31, 2023

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William & Mary police chief announces retirement following nearly a decade of service to campus

WMPD Police Chief and AVP for Public Safety Deb Cheesebro will retire at the end of the academic year. Deputy Chief Butler will serve in an interim capacity until a search is completed.

Suzanne Clavet | January 19, 2023

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William & Mary honors pathbreaking history and leaders at Charter Day

In addition to honoring the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and one of the commonwealth’s leading philanthropists, W&M will be recognizing the start of the 300th anniversary of the Brafferton Indian School.

Staff | January 18, 2023

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W&M sees significant increase in Early Decision I applications

The Office of Undergraduate Admission sent out notifications to Early Decision I applicants on Dec. 9 after seeing a significant increase in interest in the program with 25% more applications received this year.

Erin Jay | December 19, 2022

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Inaugural Gates Forum convened national leaders at William & Mary

Leading figures in U.S. national security and foreign policy convened last week at William & Mary to kickoff the inaugural Gates Forum.

Staff | December 15, 2022

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An artful groundbreaking

The William & Mary community celebrated the formal groundbreaking of The Martha Wren Briggs Center for the Visual Arts, which will house the expanded Muscarelle Museum of Art on the Williamsburg campus.

Jacob A. Miller, University Marketing | December 13, 2022

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AnnaMaria DeSalva ’90 appointed to Board of Visitors

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the appointment of AnnaMaria DeSalva, global chairman and CEO of Hill+Knowlton Strategies, to William & Mary's Board of Visitors Dec. 9.

Staff | December 9, 2022

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Jeremy P. Martin named W&M vice president for strategy and innovation

In the role, Martin will lead admission, marketing and communications.

Erin Jay | December 5, 2022

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New Online LL.M. Program at W&M Law School to welcome first students in 2023

William & Mary Law School is accepting applications for its new Online LL.M. Program designed for working professionals who wish to gain an in-depth understanding of the U.S. legal system.

Jaime Welch-Donahue, W&M Law School | December 1, 2022

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William & Mary maintains its leadership in study abroad among public universities

William & Mary continues to rank fourth among public universities in the nation in study-abroad programs.

Kate Hoving, W&M Reves Center | November 29, 2022

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William & Mary updates campus on first phase of long-term housing, dining project

William & Mary’s interim chief operating officer offered the university community the first look today at the early phases of work to implement the Housing & Dining Comprehensive Facilities Plan.

Staff | November 18, 2022

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William & Mary Board of Visitors adopts graduate tuition rates for 2023-24

The William & Mary Board of Visitors approved tuition rates for the university’s general graduate programs, W&M Law School and the Raymond A. Mason School of Business.

Staff | November 18, 2022

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Numerous steps go into diligently cataloging, packing Muscarelle Museum of Art collection

The Muscarelle will temporarily close in early 2023 for expansion and renovation.

Jennifer L. Williams | November 15, 2022

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Matt Brandon ’92 to lead W&M Alumni Association

Brandon begins roles of associate vice president for alumni engagement and CEO of the W&M Alumni Association (WMAA) on Nov. 28.

Claire De Lisle, University Marketing | November 10, 2022

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VIMS begins preparing for new research building

Motorists on Route 17 through Gloucester Point will notice that preparation has begun for a new research building on the campus of W&M's Virginia Institute of Marine Science.

David Malmquist, VIMS | November 9, 2022

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CW CEO Cliff Fleet recognized with 2022 W&M Prentis Award

The annual award recognizes extraordinary service to the community, university.

Staff | November 7, 2022

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W&M performing arts buildings on schedule to open in 2023

Upon their completion, the dance department will join theatre in the newly renovated Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall, and music will move into its own new building.

Jennifer L. Williams | November 1, 2022

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W&M Law School launches corporate compliance certificate program

William & Mary Law School will offer a new Corporate Compliance Certificate Program this spring for mid- to high-level career professionals.

Staff | October 17, 2022

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W&M commits to cover full tuition and fees for all in-state Pell Grant recipients

Beginning with the 2023-2024 academic year, W&M to meet full tuition and fees need for all in-state, undergraduate Pell Grant recipients.

Staff | September 23, 2022

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W&M explores creation of a computing and data science school

William & Mary is exploring the possibility of establishing a new academic unit in computing and data science, Provost Peggy Agouris told members of the Board of Visitors on Thursday.

Staff | September 22, 2022

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Williamsburg partners to host ‘For 2026’ conference series in recognition of the 250th anniversary of American independence

William & Mary, the Omohundro Institute and Colonial Williamsburg will present a series of five conferences beginning this fall commemorating America's semiquincentennial.

Staff | September 15, 2022

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W&M remains top public university for alumni giving in U.S. News rankings

William & Mary continues to have the highest alumni giving rate of any public university, according to new rankings.

Erin Jay | September 12, 2022

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On queen’s passing, university remembers her visits to campus

A look back on Queen Elizabeth II's visits to William & Mary in video and photographs.

Staff | September 8, 2022

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W&M COO Amy Sebring named executive VP, chief operating officer of Virginia Tech

Amy Sebring M.P.P. ’95, William & Mary’s chief operating officer, has been selected as Virginia Tech’s next executive vice president and chief operating officer, beginning Nov. 1, 2022.

Erin Jay | September 7, 2022

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‘Find your superpower,’ Fleet advises W&M’s newest students at Convocation

The W&M community welcomed the university’s newest students to campus and kicked off the 2022-23 academic year with the Opening Convocation ceremony in the Wren Yard.

Jennifer L. Williams | September 1, 2022

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David A. Yalof named W&M’s vice provost for academic affairs

New position as chief advisor to Provost Peggy Agouris brings Yalof back to the Commonwealth of Virginia, which was central to his studies.

Nathan Warters | September 1, 2022

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Understanding monkeypox: Q&A with W&M’s Student Health Center medical director

W&M News recently talked with Dr. David Dafashy, medical director and staff physician at the Student Health Center, to learn more about monkeypox and what people can do to help prevent its spread.

Staff | August 19, 2022