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Research & Scholarship

Uncovering layers of history

As part of the team uncovering the foundations of the historic Williamsburg Bray School, Heather Little M.A. ’23 and Madeline Dorton ’24 are unearthing the history of the campus where they studied history and archaeology…

Staff  |  October 15, 2025

Research & Scholarship

Harnessing the sun to help the night

Graduate student Bryce Donaghue M.S. ’26 studies solar farms as potential habitats for bats.

Catherine Tyson  |  October 14, 2025

Excellence

McGlothlin Leadership Forum connects students with alumni business leaders

The annual McGlothlin Leadership Forum featured Dan Draper ’91 and AnnaMaria DeSalva ’90 who met with students at the Mason School of Business.

Jacob A. Miller '18, University Marketing  |  October 14, 2025

Research & Scholarship

New shellfish aquaculture specialization highlights industry-ready graduate students

For some graduate students at William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS, a new sub-concentration in shellfish aquaculture may be the shining pearl in their degree.

Patrick McGettigan, W&M's Batten School & VIMS  |  October 13, 2025

Excellence

William & Mary launches dynamic research incubator following R1 university designation

GRI’s next chapter transforms applied research development to accelerate faculty collaboration and student training.

Staff  |  October 13, 2025

Excellence

Ibes leads Sharpe Scholars outdoors, into communities

Now in its third year, ENSP 100 takes on the idea and practice of learning outside the classroom.

Lelia Cottin-Rack  |  October 10, 2025

University News

Award-winning journalist Asma Khalid to deliver fall 2025 Atwater Lecture

Khalid will deliver Alma Mater Production’s Fall 2025 Atwater Lecture on Oct. 14 at Sadler Center’s Commonwealth Auditorium.

William Oster  |  October 10, 2025

Research & Scholarship

‘Here Comes the Sun’: Tack Faculty Lecture to explore the science of building a star on Earth

Physics Professor Saskia Mordijck will present the fall 2025 Tack Faculty Lecture, “Here Comes the Sun: Building a Star on Earth.”

Randy Ready, School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics  |  October 9, 2025

Research & Scholarship

Bay scallops surge on the Eastern Shore

Once locally extinct, the Virginia bay scallop population is increasing exponentially due to restoration work by W&M’s Batten School & VIMS Eastern Shore Laboratory.

Ethan Smith, W&M's Batten School & VIMS  |  October 9, 2025

Excellence

Highland celebrates 50 years of W&M stewardship, aims to expand its scholarly impact

In honor of the anniversary, Highland is conducting a lecture series highlighting its recent high-impact projects and the many perspectives that have shaped them.

William Oster  |  October 9, 2025

W&M Life

Holladay named inaugural Sharp Writer-in-Residence

Hilary Holladay M.A. '87 is the Charles Center’s inaugural Sharp Writer-in-Residence.

Lelia Cottin-Rack, Charles Center  |  October 8, 2025

Excellence

Library of Congress collects photographic work of W&M professor

Twenty photographs created by William & Mary Professor Eliot Dudik have been acquired by the Library of Congress for its permanent collection.

Susan Corbett  |  October 8, 2025

Research & Scholarship

Blackwater photos suggest new symbiosis between fish and anemones

Captured through breathtaking blackwater photography, the images show rarely seen encounters.

Joseph Caterine, W&M's Batten School & VIMS  |  October 7, 2025

University News

William & Mary receives $2.8M to train 300 teachers for the nation’s 250th anniversary

Three-year grant will launch a national program in history, civics and democracy.

Staff  |  October 6, 2025

Research & Scholarship

Warming oceans may pose a serious threat to American lobsters

A new study published in the journal Marine Ecology Progress Series reveals American lobster embryos can handle ocean acidification surprisingly well, but increased temperatures may pose distinct challenges for the species.

John Wallace, W&M's Batten School & VIMS  |  October 3, 2025

Belonging

Celebrating William & Mary Women

W&M Women’s Weekend builds connections, showcases expertise.

Staff  |  October 2, 2025

University News

William & Mary launches ChatGPT Edu pilot

By integrating artificial intelligence tools, the university is positioning itself at the forefront of higher education innovation.

Lauren Weber, Information Technology  |  October 1, 2025

University News

Energy Leader Mark Christie to direct William & Mary Law’s new Center for Energy Law & Policy

The Center for Energy Law & Policy will serve as a hub for convening policymakers, scholars and students to address critical issues shaping the future of energy regulation.

David F. Morrill, W&M Law School  |  October 1, 2025

Research & Scholarship

Learning nature’s language 

The body language of trees holds valuable clues to their overall health.

Catherine Tyson  |  September 30, 2025

Research & Scholarship

The forgotten daughter: Eliza Monroe Hay’s story revealed in her last letters

The letters inspired a dedicated researcher to uncover the truth about Eliza and to bring her remains back to Virginia for proper recognition.

Sarah Thompson, W&M Libraries  |  September 30, 2025

University News

Board of Visitors adopts campus blueprint for next 100 years

The Board of Visitors unanimously approved the Campus Comprehensive Plan, ensuring stewardship of university physical spaces for future generations.

Tanti Brownley, University Operations  |  September 26, 2025

W&M Life

Jane Batten HON ’17, L.H.D. ’19 to be 2025 Homecoming Grand Marshal

Visionary philanthropist to lead parade as part of Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, Oct. 16-19.

Claire De Lisle, University Marketing  |  September 26, 2025

Research & Scholarship

New dissemination grants promote student research visibility, impact

Beginning this year, the Charles Center will offer grants to support students in expanding the visibility of their work, enabling them to share their discoveries with the world.

Jane Valadakis, Charles Center  |  September 25, 2025

W&M Life

Legendary Ilê Aiyê inspires in immersive arts masterclass

Bright percussive beats poured from the Glenn Close Theatre stage Sept. 3 as the legendary Afro-Brazilian street band Ilê Aiyê held the first of several Charles Center-sponsored Arts Masterclasses hosted by William & Mary’s Office…

Naomi Teferra, Charles Center  |  September 24, 2025

University News

Expanding William & Mary’s national reach

A gift from W&M Foundation leader Darpan Kapadia ’95 launches a bold enrollment initiative to elevate W&M’s presence and attract top students from across the country.

Tina Eshleman, University Marketing  |  September 24, 2025

Research & Scholarship

Study highlights the benefits of biodiversity for commercial fisheries

Combining 17 years of Chesapeake Bay population assessments with economic analyses, researchers show the importance of diversifying catches across species.

John Wallace, W&M's Batten School & VIMS  |  September 23, 2025

Excellence

Leading with values that endure

W&M makes gains in excellence and preeminence.

Staff  |  September 23, 2025

University News

A home without hazing: National award recognizes W&M’s leadership in hazing prevention

Two William & Mary administrators have been recognized with a national award for their efforts to sensitize students to the dangers of hazing and to train them to spot and stop it.

Susan Corbett  |  September 22, 2025

Research & Scholarship

A fundamental approach to the carbon dioxide problem 

Professor William McNamara is drawing inspiration from nature to tap the potential of CO2 as a fuel.

Catherine Tyson  |  September 16, 2025

Research & Scholarship

Wartime transformations: ‘For 2026’ conference to highlight new narratives of the Revolutionary War ahead of 250th anniversary

William & Mary, the Omohundro Institute and The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation collaborate for the fourth conference in a five-year series.

Danny Devlin, Strategic Cultural Partnerships  |  September 15, 2025