William & Mary @wm.edu · 23/09/2026A few snapshots from a weekend full of family, friends and green & gold spirit. Here's to Family Weekend 2026 💚💛 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 17/09/2026Thursday night brings a new chapter for two Tribe Football alumni. 🏈 Joe Brady ’13 leads the Buffalo Bills into their home opener on Thursday Night Football, while Mike Tomlin ’95, L.H.D. ’08 is settling into a new role in the NFL broadcast booth.news.wm.eduTomlin and Brady take center stage as NFL season beginsAll 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. 001
William & Mary @wm.edu · 16/09/2026William & Mary welcomed 100 teachers from all 50 states for the inaugural We the Teachers Congress of Educators. The civics education training they received is expected to impact 1 million students.news.wm.eduW&M’s We the Teachers brings educators from all 50 states for civics trainingLed by W&M’s Strategic Cultural Partnerships team in collaboration with the National Council for History Education, the congress brought in 100 educators for an immersive week of professional learning... 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 15/09/2026Nine William & Mary students are jump-starting their careers with international work experiences supported by Fulbright Scholarships.news.wm.eduFulbright Scholarship recipients bring their W&M knowledge across the globeNine William & Mary alumni join the over 200 Fulbright student awardees for the university. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 14/09/2026The Week of Civic Leadership is underway at William & Mary. From voter engagement to student government, conversations across political differences and Constitution Day, there are plenty of ways to learn, serve, and participate in civic life this week. Explore the full schedule.news.wm.eduWeek of Civic Leadership encourages W&M community to engage in serviceFeaturing a live taping of 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 11/09/2026Today, the Queens’ Guard stands watch over a wreath in the Sunken Garden, honoring the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and in its aftermath, including seven alumni and three other members of the W&M family. 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/09/2026The Muscarelle Museum of Art’s new exhibition encourages visitors to explore the lasting impact of September 11, 2001, through the lens of architecture.news.wm.eduMuscarelle exhibition marks 25 years since 9/11 through its architectureSpread across four galleries, the 9/11 exhibition at the Muscarelle Museum traces the history of the World Trade Center from its origins in the 1960s through the site's reconstruction in the decades f... 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/09/2026Check out the full schedule & reserve your spot: go.wm.edu/bgCwYl 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/09/2026Friendly reminder: Family Weekend is almost here! 💚 Join us in Williamsburg Sept. 18–20 for a weekend made for making memories. From open classes and faculty lectures to campus traditions, live music, wellness activities, and W&M football, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 100
William & Mary @wm.edu · 09/09/2026William & Mary’s new applied AI major equips students to use AI ethically across industries, providing the practical experience they need to thrive in a workforce where AI fluency is increasingly essential.news.wm.eduNew applied AI major prepares students to lead in an AI-powered worldTo prepare students for a future transformed by AI, William & Mary is launching a new major in Applied AI. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 12/08/2026A William & Mary research experience changed the trajectory of Rui Yin ’19 & today she's engineering new possibilities in bioengineering. Discover how undergraduate research can lead to life-changing innovation.magazine.wm.eduEngineering CuresUndergraduate research at William & Mary led Rui Yin '19 to her career in bioengineering 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/08/2026Lost fishing gear is getting a new purpose in the Chesapeake Bay region. William & Mary’s VIMS & Batten School and NOAA are using sonar tech to gather essential seafloor data from derelict crab traps, potentially accelerating coastal research.news.wm.eduW&M’s VIMS & Batten School partner with NOAA to expand access to shallow water mapping dataNew program turns marine debris removal and other local vessel activity into valuable bathymetric data collection. 011
William & Mary @wm.edu · 06/08/2026William & Mary researchers are redefining marine heatwaves with a new “vertical” framework — offering a deeper, more complete understanding of warming in the Chesapeake Bay and its impact on ecosystems.news.wm.eduNovel study defines ‘vertical marine heatwaves’ in Chesapeake BayA new study out of William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS is redefining how we visualize and track marine heatwaves in estuarine systems. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 29/07/2026Jenny Hagel ’98 turned improv, persistence, and a lot of “small steps forward” into a career in comedy writing. Now an Emmy-nominated writer for Late Night With Seth Meyers, she reflects on her path from William & Mary improv to late-night TV and what it really takes to build a creative career.magazine.wm.eduThe Work of Being FunnyEmmy-nominated comedy writer Jenny Hagel ’98 has some advice 021
William & Mary @wm.edu · 22/07/2026The Appalachian mountains tell a story 25,000 years in the making. 🏔️ William & Mary research shows how Ice Age climates sculpted today’s Appalachian peaks and valleys.news.wm.eduAppalachians shaped by the Ice AgeA William & Mary geologist is unscrambling the code of climate and erosion. 052
William & Mary @wm.edu · 21/07/2026William & Mary’s Civic Action Scorecard is helping students turn civic engagement into action. With 80+ opportunities across service, democracy and community well-being, W&M students are logging real impact and reflecting on how they engage with the world.news.wm.eduCivic Action Scorecard empowers students to engage in civic leadership at William & MaryThe toolkit provides more than 80 opportunities for students to participate in democracy and civic leadership, record and reflect on participation and be recognized for their efforts. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 17/07/2026Bob Wise ’86 went from William & Mary’s computer labs to Nvidia. His journey highlights how a strong foundation in computer science—and the liberal arts—can prepare students for the next generation of technology.magazine.wm.eduWise WordsBob Wise ’86 forged his path from W&M’s computer lab to Nvidia, the world’s leading AI computing company 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 01/07/2026What did Jefferson mean by the “pursuit of happiness”? A new W&M feature explains it as eudaimonia — a life of virtue, wisdom, and service to others. In other words, happiness as flourishing, not just pleasure. A reminder that the “good life” is built, not found.news.wm.eduWhat Jefferson really meant by the ‘Pursuit of Happiness’Few phrases are more closely associated with the Declaration of Independence than Thomas Jefferson’s assertion that all people possess an unalienable right to “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happine... 032
William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/06/2026The American Revolution, told stitch by stitch. “America’s Tapestry” features 13 hand-embroidered panels created by volunteers across the original colonies, highlighting lesser-known stories of the nation’s founding. On view through Sept. 6 at the Muscarelle Museum of Art at William & Mary.news.wm.eduThe fabric of a new nation, told stitch by stitchJust in time for America’s 250th birthday, the nation’s founding story comes together in “America’s Tapestry,” on view June 19-Sept. 6 at the Muscarelle Museum of Art at William & Mary 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 25/06/2026Sea level rise is quietly reshaping farmland along the Mid-Atlantic coast. A new study from William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS found that about 25,000 acres of farmland turned into marsh between 1984 and 2022.news.wm.eduSea level rise is swallowing Mid-Atlantic farmland faster than expected, study findsGhost forests have become haunting symbols of sea level rise overtaking land along the Mid-Atlantic coast. But a new study points to even more dramatic land losses in the region’s coastal farmlands. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 19/06/2026Yesterday, the W&M community gathered to commemorate Juneteenth and reflect on its enduring themes of freedom, resilience, and hope. Thank you to all who joined us in honoring this important day and celebrating the strength of our community. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 28/05/2026Student innovation is making waves at William & Mary 🌊 W&M Racing, a team of student engineers, sailed away with first place in the 2026 Promoting Electric Propulsion competition's autonomous division with a custom-built boat featuring advanced autonomous systems and active aerodynamics.news.wm.eduW&M Racing Team, ‘Flying Fish’ win autonomous boat competitionWilliam & Mary Racing won the 2026 Promoting Electric Propulsion (PEP) autonomous division. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 15/05/2026It's an exciting day TODAY at W&M! The third hour of the NBC program featured guest co-host Patton Oswalt ’91, D.A. ’23, President Katherine A. Rowe and several members of the Class of 2026. 021
William & Mary @wm.edu · 14/05/2026A few reminders before you head to Commencement 🎓 📅 Friday at 6 p.m. in Zable Stadium ⏰ Gates open at 4 p.m. 🎟️ Mobile tickets required (download before arriving) 👜 Clear bag policy in place for all attendees Plan ahead, give yourself extra time, and get ready to celebrate the Class of 2026! 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 08/05/202614,221 donors. $5.6 million raised. One historic #OneTribeOneDay 💚💛 Thank you for making this the biggest giving day in William & Mary history & one of the most successful in higher education nationwide.go.wm.eduWilliam & Mary marks historic One Tribe One Day with 14,221 donorsRecord-breaking $5.6 million raised for 1,010 funds in one of the nation’s most successful university giving days. 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 08/05/2026When challenges arise, colleagues say Debi Jarvis is the person they turn to. This year’s Charles and Virginia Duke Award recipient has spent years strengthening the William & Mary community through thoughtful leadership, collaboration and care for others.news.wm.eduThe consummate team playerFor her stewardship of W&M's transition to the Workday and a litany of other meaningful contributions, Jarvis is being recognized as the 2026 recipient of the Charles and Virginia Duke Award, one of t... 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 05/05/2026Can plants count? 🌱 W&M research suggests Mimosa pudica can track events in its environment — learning without a brain. This discovery hints at a new type of intelligence and challenges what we think we know about memory.news.wm.eduCan plants count?New research suggests they may be able to track the number of events they experience. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 01/05/2026A timeless tradition rings out today. Happy Last Day of Classes to the Class of 2026! Congratulations to the seniors celebrating the completion of their degrees with the ringing of the Wren Bell. 001
William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/04/2026Mark your calendars and RSVP for the next Tack Faculty Lecture on May 7: “Wisdom & Machines: How Liberal Arts & AI Learn from Each Other."news.wm.eduA first for the Tack Lecture: Business, AI and the liberal artsRachel Chung will present a lecture on “Wisdom & Machines: How Liberal Arts & AI Learn from Each Other.” 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 29/04/2026Your time at William & Mary goes pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it. #OneTribeOneDay is officially here & the vibe is a total throwback. Don't let the moment pass you by—make a gift or see how to get involved: go.wm.edu/tWH7wr 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 27/04/2026The countdown is almost over! Join fellow alumni, families, and friends as we come together once again for One Tribe One Day this Wednesday, April 29.news.wm.eduPower in unity: One Tribe One Day returns April 29On April 29, thousands of William & Mary alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends from around the world will come together for One Tribe One Day. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 22/04/2026A transformative $1.2M gift is expanding the Institute for Integrative Conservation’s global impact 🌍 This new gift will help launch W&M’s Conservationist in Residence Program, develop a specialized undergraduate leadership course and strengthen the Conservation Catalyst program.news.wm.eduA visionary investment in the future of conservation leadership$1.2 million gift to William & Mary’s Institute for Integrative Conservation will expand opportunities for students and bring conservation leaders together. 021
William & Mary @wm.edu · 21/04/2026Leadership. Mentorship. Service. The 2026 International Student Achievement Awards honor six students whose contributions extend beyond the classroom to foster meaningful connections across the W&M community.news.wm.eduReves Center announces 2026 International Student Achievement AwardsThe Reves Center for International Studies at William & Mary has announced the 2026 International Student Achievement Award recipients. 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 17/04/2026What does a liberal arts education look like in the age of AI? Bob Wise ’86 of NVIDIA will explore that question and more during his return to William & Mary on April 23, reflecting on how communication & critical thinking shaped his career journey.news.wm.eduBob Wise ’86 of Nvidia to speak at W&M April 23Wise is the inaugural speaker in the School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics Class of 1975 Speaker Series. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 15/04/2026W&M is now a Gold-Level Military Friendly School, and the Mason School of Business ranks #1 for military grad students! 🏅 Serving those who serve has been part of our mission since 1693 and continues to guide our support for military students and families.news.wm.eduWilliam & Mary earns highest honor as a ‘Military Friendly’ institutionThe university has been reaffirmed as a Gold-Level Military Friendly School by MilitaryFriendly.com, the highest honor a university can receive. 011
William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/04/2026Developed as part of an undergraduate project led by Ellen Rowe ’25, a new tool unveiled by William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS brings to life almost 30 years of oyster survey data.news.wm.eduNew interactive tool visualizes Virginia’s oyster populationsDeveloped as part of an undergraduate project, the tool unveiled by William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS brings to life almost 30 years of oyster survey data. 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 09/04/2026Blast off for something bigger 🚀 One Tribe One Day returns April 29, and this year, we’re throwing it back. Stay tuned for more info as we celebrate the power of the William & Mary community to lift each other higher: otod.wm.edu 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 08/04/2026The countdown to William & Mary Weekend in D.C. begins! 🕒 Join the W&M community May 28–31 for a unique weekend of connection & exploration in the capital. Registration is now open.weekend.wm.edu William & Mary Weekend 011
William & Mary @wm.edu · 03/04/2026Two weeks in Kruger National Park gave William & Mary pre-vet students an unforgettable lesson in wildlife health 🦁 Mentored by Heather Broughton, they applied research skills in the field, preparing for careers in veterinary science and conservation.news.wm.eduWilliam & Mary students study feline feces in South AfricaLion poop may work as a non-invasive measure of inflammation and stress. 011
William & Mary @wm.edu · 01/04/2026With contributions from more than 100 students, AidData has mapped China’s overseas port financing like never before. The new report and open dataset reveal a global network of ports, equipment, and nearby resources—shedding light on Beijing’s long-term strategy for supply chain security.news.wm.eduChina’s $24B in port financing encircles the globe, reaching 90 countriesNew AidData report and dataset provide the clearest picture yet of Beijing’s race for maritime dominance. 001
William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/03/2026William & Mary Ethics Club captured its first-ever national title at the 2026 APPE Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl, outlasting 36 other university teams from across the country.news.wm.eduW&M Ethics Club wins national championship, a first for the universityThe William & Mary Ethics Club beat 36 undergraduate teams from across the country to take first in a competition of dimensional analysis and nuance. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 16/02/2026Proud moment for W&M! Associate professor Cristiano Fanelli received an NSF CAREER Award for groundbreaking work mapping the structure of protons and neutrons through deep learning.news.wm.eduFanelli earns NSF CAREER Award for AI-driven nuclear physics researchThe National Science Foundation has recognized Cristiano with a Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award. 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/02/2026333 years & counting 💚 💛 This year, Charter Day celebrated a university community shaped by curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to making a difference. Thank you to all who joined us & helped make 333 so special. 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 08/02/2026On this day in 1693, William & Mary’s story began 💚 💛 Thank you to the students, alumni, families & friends who continue to carry forward W&M's story. Happy Charter Day! 001
William & Mary @wm.edu · 04/02/2026#WorldCancerDay underscores the value of foundational science. Learn how W&M researchers are using simple organisms like fruit flies to investigate how cancer-related genes work in living cells.news.wm.eduWhat can yeast and fruit flies tell us about cancer?William & Mary students and professors use these simple organisms to investigate one of the most complex diseases. 000
William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/01/2026Read more about the latest addition to the Integrated Science Center complex: go.wm.edu/W8Fbp5go.wm.eduISC4 opening marks new home for School of Computing, Data Sciences & PhysicsWilliam & Mary’s first new school in more than 50 years takes a major step forward with the opening of Integrated Science Center 4 for the spring 2026 semester. 010
William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/01/2026ISC4 brings William & Mary’s School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics together in one dynamic hub, pairing cutting-edge labs and classrooms with an expansive makerspace so students can experiment, prototype, and push ideas from first concept to world-changing innovation. 120
William & Mary @wm.edu · 04/12/2025William & Mary is once again named the #1 public university in the U.S. for study-abroad participation, according to the Open Doors 2025 Report. As an integral part of the Vision 2026 strategic plan, W&M continues to invest in global experiences that drive academic excellence and career readiness.news.wm.eduWilliam & Mary remains No. 1 public university for study abroadWilliam & Mary is once again the top-ranked public university in the nation for study-abroad participation, a ranking it has attained 12 times over the last 17 years. 022