Research & Scholarship

COVID-19 shutdown allows study of tourism’s impact on Hawaii fishes

The sudden and prolonged drop in visitors to one of the world’s most popular snorkeling spots provided scientists with a novel opportunity to study how underwater tourism impacts marine fishes.

David Malmquist, VIMS  |  April 13, 2023

Excellence

Katrine Westgaard ’23 receives elite Gaither Fellowship

She is the fourth William & Mary student in the last three years to be selected to the James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

Nathan Warters  |  April 12, 2023

University News

Celebrating 10 years of One Tribe One Day 

W&M has been a national leader in giving days among all public and private higher education institutions since the beginning.

Leslie McCullough, University Marketing  |  April 11, 2023

University News

Following a highly selective admission process, W&M prepares to welcome admitted students to campus

During the Day for Admitted Students on April 15, admitted members of the Class of 2027 and their families can experience a broad selection of what William & Mary has to offer.

Erin Jay  |  April 10, 2023

Research & Scholarship

Spring Tack Faculty Lecture to challenge our notions of AI

On May 2, William & Mary scientist Dan Runfola will show us that the future of artificial intelligence is much closer than we think.

Antonella Di Marzio  |  April 10, 2023

Excellence

Two NSF CAREER awards in 2023 recognize W&M leadership in computer science

Led by assistant professors Adwait Nadkarni and Oscar Chaparro, two award-winning projects will generate improvements in smart devices and software systems.

Antonella Di Marzio  |  April 7, 2023

Excellence

Leading scientists of the future: Two W&M juniors selected for elite Goldwater Scholars program

One of the most competitive undergraduate scholarships in the natural sciences, mathematics and engineering keeps rewarding William & Mary talent.

Antonella Di Marzio  |  April 6, 2023

University News

Statewide leaders convene at W&M for governor’s summit on mental health

William & Mary worked with Virginia’s secretaries of health and education to host a mental health summit March 29 convened by Governor Glenn Youngkin.

Erin Jay  |  April 5, 2023

Excellence

Public integrity award an ‘honor of a lifetime’ for William & Mary public policy lecturer

Alan Kennedy J.D. ’09, M.A. ’09 recently received the Public Integrity Award from the American Society for Public Administration, the largest organization that represents policy professionals.

Nathan Warters  |  April 5, 2023

Service & Community

‘It’s about community’

A new $1-million commitment from Mary Uhrig Phillips ’85 and Kevin Phillips ’84 includes 10-to-1 match on One Tribe One Day, support for scholarships and more

Claire De Lisle, University Marketing  |  April 4, 2023

Excellence

Media flock to cover newest findings by AidData and external partners

William & Mary’s AidData is in the spotlight again, as a report detailing China’s bailout loans catches the attention of media outlets worldwide.

Staff  |  April 3, 2023

Research & Scholarship

VIMS study: Sea-level rise is double-edged sword for carbon storage

A recent study from researchers at William & Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science uses a newly developed computer model to better understand the modes and longevity of coastal carbon storage.

David Malmquist  |  April 3, 2023

W&M Life

W&M trumpet instructor expresses ‘life force’ with new album, concert

Victor Haskins & Skein will perform April 28 at Williamsburg Regional Library as they promote their new album, "Ikigai."

Jennifer L. Williams  |  March 31, 2023

Belonging

Largest-ever Lemon Symposium explores the roots of Black life and history

William & Mary hosted the largest Lemon Project Spring Symposium ever on campus March 24-25, with more than 300 people registered to attend the event in person and another 469 registered to attend online.

Erin Jay  |  March 30, 2023

Excellence

Poojitha Tanjore ’23 awarded prestigious Payne Fellowship

Tanjore, a student in W&M’s St Andrews Joint Degree Programme, accomplishes her dream of becoming a diplomat much sooner than expected.

Nathan Warters  |  March 29, 2023

University News

Travel writer, influencer Jessica Nabongo to give W&M’s McSwain-Walker Lecture

Jessica Nabongo is a writer, photographer, entrepreneur, travel expert, influencer and public speaker.

Kate Hoving, Reves Center for International Studies  |  March 27, 2023

W&M Life

Acclaimed actor Tyler James Williams to present W&M’s 2023 Atwater Lecture

The event is sponsored by Alma Mater Productions with generous support from the Janet and Peter Atwater Lecture Endowment.

Staff  |  March 24, 2023

Excellence

W&M honors Angela Leruth with Aceto Award

Angela Leruth, senior lecturer of French & Francophone studies, is awarded for her commitment to excellence in service to the campus community.

Nathan Warters  |  March 23, 2023

Service & Community

Nighttime teamwork improves odds for amphibians

Brett Amy Thelen ’99 and New Hampshire volunteers assist amphibians on their dangerous seasonal journey.

Laura Grove ’22  |  March 22, 2023

University News

Comedian and alumnus Patton Oswalt ’91 to return to W&M as the 2023 Commencement speaker

Award-winning comedian, writer and actor Patton Oswalt ’91 will speak at William & Mary’s Commencement ceremony on May 19.

Erin Jay  |  March 21, 2023

University News

Shoe designer Weitzman to share entrepreneurship insights at W&M

Celebrated shoe designer and entrepreneur Stuart Weitzman will visit William & Mary this week to share his story and advice with students.

Erin Jay  |  March 20, 2023

Belonging

Vessel lighting W&M’s Hearth memorial from within to be dedicated

The handcrafted vessel at William & Mary's Hearth: Memorial to the Enslaved was installed March 18.

Jennifer L. Williams  |  March 20, 2023

Service & Community

Bringing science to life

Self-proclaimed paleo fanatic Timshel Purdum ’93 inspires passion and curiosity as education director at the Science Museum of Virginia.

Julia DeKorte ’23, University Marketing  |  March 17, 2023

Belonging

100 years of sisterhood

Sororities at W&M are celebrating 100 years of providing fellowship, leadership and belonging for women.

Claire De Lisle, University Marketing  |  March 16, 2023

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Research & Scholarship

Faculty on topic: Russia-Ukraine War

W&M's Jeffrey Kaplow and Samantha Custer discuss the war in Ukraine, one year after the Russian invasion began.

Staff  |  March 15, 2023

Research & Scholarship

What’s in an &? Revamped Graduate & Honors Research Symposium to highlight ‘intellectual cross-pollination’

On March 30 and 31, the new format of the symposium will bring together graduate and undergraduate researchers after the pandemic hiatus.

Antonella Di Marzio  |  March 15, 2023

Excellence

Sweet dreams are made of cheese

Richard Walsh '10 changed paths to build a career in artisan cheese.

Claire De Lisle, University Marketing  |  March 10, 2023

University News

Alumni couple invests in ‘transformational’ William & Mary Athletics Complex

Raelene Canuel Wagoner ’87 and Doug Wagoner ’87 see support for athletics as a key component of the university’s commitment to excellence.

Tina Eshleman, University Marketing  |  March 9, 2023

Excellence

Point of view

Omar Kamara ’15 crafts a filmmaking career with stories of his West African family.

Tina Eshleman, University Marketing  |  March 9, 2023

Belonging

The Brafferton at 300: Rediscovering a complex past

W&M brings to light new information about the history of the Brafferton Indian School and commemorates its 300th anniversary.

Sara Piccini  |  March 8, 2023