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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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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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.
Research & Scholarship
Expanding WMSURE program creates thriving scholarly community
It's a time of dramatic expansion for WMSURE, with 62 William & Mary Scholars Award recipients invited into the program this year — the largest group yet.
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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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As we prepare to welcome the new year, test your William & Mary News knowledge.
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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.
Service & Community
Enhancing student wellness: W&M Student Assembly funds energy pods for Swem Library
To prioritize student well-being and foster a culture of rest and reflection on campus, the William & Mary Student Assembly has funded the purchase of two state-of-the-art Metronap Pods.
Belonging
A quest for family ties: ‘This is the story of America’
William & Mary Chief Facilities Officer Sam Hayes has passionately tracked his genealogy for almost 47 years, tracing his roots back several generations to his enslaved ancestors.
Belonging
William & Mary partners with Virginia high schools to expand access
Partnership empowers counselors to nominate high-achieving, limited-income students for William & Mary Scholars Program
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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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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
Service & Community
First Indigenous Peoples Feast celebrates food sovereignty
William & Mary faculty member brings together Indigenous chefs to spark conversations about community, identity and the role of food in advancing Indigenous sovereignty.
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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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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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The quintessential ‘Public Ivy’
W&M focuses on providing the best personal educational experience.
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Fuel your mind: a W&M Dining introduction
Focusing on excellence, W&M Dining builds a community-focused dining experience.
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W&M’s Historic Campus preservation project moves forward
A multi-year project to ensure William & Mary’s historic Wren Building and President’s House are preserved for the next 100 years will begin phase one in the coming weeks.
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William & Mary begins construction on new housing and dining facilities
Phase one of the $700-plus million comprehensive housing and dining facilities project began in July.
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William & Mary’s $70M year impacts entire community
The university holds the title as the No. 1 public for internships and alumni giving.
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W&M’s Jackie Ferree named senior vice president at George Mason University
Interim COO advanced projects that will benefit W&M for years to come.
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Two alumni appointed to William & Mary Board of Visitors
Courtney M. Malveaux J.D. ’02 and State Sen. Thomas K. Norment Jr. J.D. '73 (R-3rd), both alumni of William & Mary Law School, have been appointed to the university’s Board of Visitors.
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