Just in time for America’s 250th birthday, the nation’s founding story comes together in “America’s Tapestry,” on view June 19-Sept. 6 at the Muscarelle Museum of Art at William & Mary
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Video content: Celebrate: 2026 Commencement recap
Celebrate the pride, joy and unforgettable moments of William & Mary's 2026 Commencement.
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William & Mary celebrates Class of 2026 on the national stage
Francis Fukuyama encourages Class of 2026 to embrace their roles as civic leaders.
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William & Mary Libraries announces Sadeqa Johnson as writer-in-residence
William & Mary Libraries has selected Virginia author Sadeqa Johnson as its 2026-2027 writer-in-residence.
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Stitching together creativity and community at W&M’s costume shop
The theatre & performance costume shop builds students’ costume-making skills while cultivating a community of theatre professionals.
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Video content: 2026 Day for Admitted Students
More than 1,300 admitted students plus their families participated in the annual Day for Admitted Students on April 11.
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Bob Wise ’86 of Nvidia to speak at W&M April 23
Wise is the inaugural speaker in the School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics Class of 1975 Speaker Series.
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William & Mary welcomes admitted Class of 2030 to campus
W&M sets a new Early Decision record as part of an outstanding overall applicant pool.
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Jim Obergefell to deliver annual Atwater Lecture
Activist Jim Obergefell, whose name is permanently tied to a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling on marriage equality, will visit William & Mary this month to deliver the annual Atwater Lecture.
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As March Madness nears, faith and basketball intersect for Sallman ’27
William & Mary forward Tika Sallman ’27 balances her faith and hoops with the support of her teammates and coaches.
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The long game: Lowe’s 4 years of loyalty at William & Mary
Chase Lowe '26 arrived at William & Mary with a simple vision: excel in the classroom, impact the basketball court and immerse himself in a community that values both.
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Students, community members debate social media’s role in democracy
Students and faculty joined community members to make their cases on social media in an event aimed at finding common ground on the topic.
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Blockbuster exhibition highlights visionary women of abstract expressionism
“Abstract Expressionists: The Women,” on view through April 26, features nearly 50 works by 32 women artists.
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Video content: Charter Day 2026: Ken Burns
At William & Mary’s 2026 Charter Day, acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns reflects on the power of authentic history, shared memory and the responsibility we all carry to shape the future.
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Video content: Charter Day 2026: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger
At William & Mary’s 2026 Charter Day, Governor Abigail Spanberger reflected on Virginia’s history, civic leadership and the power of engaged citizens.
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William & Mary students meet with America’s storyteller
World-renowned documentary filmmaker Ken Burns visits for Charter Day.
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How college presidents succeed
Join Katherine A. Rowe, Robert M. Gates, W. Taylor Reveley III and W. Taylor Reveley IV for a lively discussion on leadership.
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Students explore finance careers in 24th annual Wall Street Program
Three-day excursion to New York City includes site visits to some of the industry’s top firms.
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The science of snowflakes
Two William & Mary professors describe the science behind these whimsical wintry emblems.
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Finding meaning through story
How Gabe Kuenzli's journey led him to William & Mary.
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Kerry upholds science, research-backed truth as inaugural Blue Horizons Fellow
The new program brings leaders, innovators to William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS to inspire, engage and collaborate.
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Wiley makes her voice heard — through audiobooks
Students who pursue theatre degrees may find a foothold in a field that's booming: audiobook narration.
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A picture-perfect Homecoming
Thousands of alumni and W&M community members returned to campus for more than 120 events during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2025.
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Video content: Celebrate together: Homecoming 2025
William & Mary's community gathered Oct. 16-19 for the annual Homecoming & Reunion Weekend.
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Spooky artifacts haunt Swem Library’s Special Collections for Halloween
The Special Collections Research Center will be packed on Oct. 30 with Halloween-themed items dating as far back as the 18th century.
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Raft Debate 2025: Who will keep their spot on the raft?
The beloved W&M tradition returns Oct. 28 starting at 6 p.m. in the Sadler Center’s Commonwealth Auditorium.
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Helping students fulfill their civic duty
As part of its commitment to democracy, W&M is dedicated to helping students, faculty and staff participate in elections.
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Holladay named inaugural Sharp Writer-in-Residence
Hilary Holladay M.A. '87 is the Charles Center’s inaugural Sharp Writer-in-Residence.