Through the Annual William & Mary Wall Street Program and From DoG Street to Wall Street, connections with alumni strengthen the student pipeline to leading industry firms.
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Annie Brown ’10 to share her path from liberal arts to AI in Class of 1975 Speaker Series
Annie Brown '10 is the founder and CEO of Reliabl, a responsible technology initiative developing inclusive AI and data tools designed to improve online experiences for marginalized communities.
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Video content: William & Mary’s 2026 Homecoming & Reunion Weekend
One hundred years of Homecoming, one extraordinary community. Relive William & Mary's 100th Homecoming & Reunion Weekend as alumni, students and friends came together to celebrate shared memories, lasting connections and the Tribe spirit that…
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The Homecoming of the century
More than 4,200 alumni and friends returned to William & Mary to mark 100 years of Homecoming.
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Statecraft and preparing America’s next generation of leaders
President Katherine A. Rowe and Chancellor Robert M. Gates ’65, L.H.D. ’98 discussed what role the Alma Mater of the Nation should play in preparing the next generation of leaders.
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W&M dedicates Gates Hall, reflecting commitment to civic leadership
Named in honor of Chancellor Robert M. Gates ’65, L.H.D. ’98, the revitalized building is envisioned as a hub for research and teaching with global impact.
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W&M’s Williamson reaches pinnacle of his profession – the World Series
Ben Williamson '23 is in his second Major League Baseball season and on the cusp of playing in the World Series for the Tampa Bay Rays.
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Celebrating 100 years of Homecoming
A century ago, William & Mary’s alumni office led the charge in the campaign “to provide a Home Coming Day for former students in the fall.”
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A century of drama. And tragedy! And comedy!
William & Mary is marking a dramatic centennial: W&M Theatre turns 100 this year.
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At the intersection of art and service
Tiffany Reed Silverman ’95 teaches the importance of the arts in a military environment as The Citadel’s first fine arts director.
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In memoriam: Honoring James E. Ukrop ’60, L.H.D. ’99, P ’85, G ’25
Civic visionary, regional champion and tireless William & Mary advocate.
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Be curious and be confident
Jill Ellis ’88, L.H.D ’16, P ’27 and Todd Howard ’93 shared their wisdom with students as McGlothlin Fellows.
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KPMG commits $1.5M to support the future of accounting at William & Mary
A longstanding relationship between KPMG and William & Mary is entering a new chapter with a $1.5 million commitment from KPMG partners and employees to the Raymond A. Mason School of Business.
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William ‘Bill’ Schermerhorn ’82 to be 2026 Homecoming grand marshal
He will lead the parade and be honored on the field during the football game.
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William & Mary sustains its excellence in career outcomes for Class of 2025
The Class of 2025 Next Destination Survey results showcase W&M’s commitment to student outcomes and career readiness.
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Tomlin and Brady take center stage as NFL season begins
All eyes are on W&M alumni Mike Tomlin ’95, L.H.D. ’08 and Joe Brady ’13 as they take on new roles in broadcasting and coaching, respectively.
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Campus community opens the door for Class of 2030 at Opening Convocation
William & Mary’s new students were welcomed to campus Aug. 26 during the Opening Convocation ceremony.
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William & Mary launches Democracy Scholars, a new living-learning community
The new Democracy Scholars program welcomed its inaugural cohort of 24 first-year students this week.
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Celebrating 20 years of Here for the Girls
Two William & Mary alumnae who connected through a shared diagnosis have helped more than 2,000 women build community.
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Former W&M rector, WMF chair, FCC chair to welcome Class of 2030 at Convocation
Michael K. Powell '85, D.P.S. '02 will welcome William & Mary students this month at Opening Convocation on Aug. 26.
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Wise words
Bob Wise ’86 forged his path from William & Mary’s computer lab to Nvidia, the world’s leading artificial intelligence computing company.
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W&M Board of Visitors elects vice rector, secretary
The board voted to make John Brownlee J.D. ’94, P ’22 vice rector and AnnaMaria DeSalva ’90 secretary.
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Rolling the dice
From tech giant to board game startup to her own company, Catherine Fisher Carr ’91 made bold career moves.
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Widespread participation fuels $123.4M year of giving at William & Mary
Contributions of every size totaled more than $123.4 million in fiscal year 2026 (FY26), making it one of the most consequential fundraising years in W&M's history.
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Reanimating the Grateful Dead: Renowned tribute band to play at W&M
Dark Star Orchestra will perform one (four-hour) show at The Martha Wren Briggs Amphitheatre at Lake Matoaka in September.
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Inside the World Cup
Jill Ellis ’88, L.H.D. ’16, P ’27 , former head coach of the United States Women’s National Team, is experiencing the tournament from a different perspective this year as FIFA’s chief football officer.
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Bridging divides: Alumnus helps legislators find common ground, reach policy solutions
Jack Thomas ’22, M.P.P. ’23 is the director of congressional engagement and public policy at the National Institute for Civil Discourse in Washington, D.C.
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William & Mary dancers to celebrate America’s 250th as part of live television performance
Leah Glenn Dance Theatre will perform as part of the two-hour live broadcast, “America Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together.”
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W&M alumni historians reflect on the 250th anniversary of the United States
William & Mary alumni discuss the university’s role as the Alma Mater of the Nation in this momentous year.
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A stunning addition to W&M’s Music Arts Center
The latest addition to the Historic Keyboard Room within William & Mary's Music Arts Center is is a nearly 150-year-old Lindeman Cycloid piano, a gift from Crissy Hawthorne.
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