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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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Alana R. Davis named W&M’s associate provost and university registrar
Davis returns to her alma mater to support the primary educational mission of William & Mary and help advance institutional objectives.
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W&M co-hosts NATO Youth Summit on themes of freedom, security as keys to the future of democracy
Monday’s 2023 NATO Youth Summit was co-hosted by William & Mary and NATO in Brussels and Washington, D.C.
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Values in Action Award winners recognized at Commencement
This spring’s honorees include Stephen Trefethen, lecturer in mathematics, and five student organizations.
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Carlane Pittman-Hampton Ph.D. ’03 named W&M chief of staff
Carlane Pittman-Hampton Ph.D. ’03, a higher education leader with more than two decades of experience advancing a variety of initiatives at William & Mary, has been selected as President Katherine A. Rowe’s chief of staff.
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New food service program at W&M to be built on excellence
Aramark to bring a best-in-class dining program to students, faculty and staff.
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Photos from W&M’s dedication of the vessel for Hearth: Memorial to the Enslaved
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W&M partners with NATO for 2023 Youth Summit
Organized by NATO and William & Mary, the event will provide young participants with the opportunity to explore how NATO addresses challenges that the young generation sees as critical to their security.
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Great Britain’s royalty is at home at William & Mary
William & Mary has retained ties to its royal heritage since namesakes King William III and Queen Mary II granted the royal charter establishing the university on Feb. 8, 1693.
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William & Mary’s 2023 Day for Admitted Students
William & Mary welcomed admitted students to campus on April 15, 2023, to experience a broad selection of what the university has to offer.
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W&M tuition plan focuses on advancing excellence
Board of Visitors sets tuition for 2023-24 academic year.
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Suzanne Raitt selected as William & Mary dean of faculty of arts & sciences
William & Mary has named Suzanne Raitt, a widely respected leader, administrator and professor, as the next dean of the faculty of Arts & Sciences after a national search.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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W&M extends test-optional admission process indefinitely
Pilot shows increased flexibility attracts more talented and successful students
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W&M launches Vision 2026 Faculty Innovators initiative
Faculty members whose projects are selected will engage in check-ins to advance their projects across five stages.
Service & Community
5 ways W&M Student Affairs is advancing affordable support services
Student Affairs took a number of steps in 2023 to advance academic and health and wellness support and experiences, and make those programs more affordable than ever for the university’s students.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Belonging
W&M community gathers to share light and hope
Students, faculty and staff shared light of candles and strength from one another.
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W&M welcomes Kathleen T. Jabs as special assistant for military and veteran affairs
The university also hosted a variety of events in support of military and veterans throughout the fall.
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