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William & Mary @wm.edu · 23/09/2026
A few snapshots from a weekend full of family, friends and green & gold spirit. Here's to Family Weekend 2026 💚💛
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 17/09/2026
Thursday 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.
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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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William & Mary @wm.edu · 16/09/2026
William & 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.
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W&M’s We the Teachers brings educators from all 50 states for civics training
Led 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...
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 15/09/2026
Nine William & Mary students are jump-starting their careers with international work experiences supported by Fulbright Scholarships.
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Fulbright Scholarship recipients bring their W&M knowledge across the globe
Nine William & Mary alumni join the over 200 Fulbright student awardees for the university.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 14/09/2026
The 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.
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Week of Civic Leadership encourages W&M community to engage in service
Featuring a live taping of
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 11/09/2026
Today, 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.
Two uniformed students stand at attention with rifles beside a flower wreath between brick gate pillars.A red, white, and blue ribbon bow decorates a wreath of red and white flowers beside a blurred person in red clothing.Two uniformed guards in red jackets, tartan sashes, and berets carry rifles in front of a brick building.Two students in red military-style uniforms and berets hold rifles while standing outdoors in a tree-lined park.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/09/2026
The Muscarelle Museum of Art’s new exhibition encourages visitors to explore the lasting impact of September 11, 2001, through the lens of architecture.
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Muscarelle exhibition marks 25 years since 9/11 through its architecture
Spread 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...
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/09/2026
Check out the full schedule & reserve your spot: go.wm.edu/bgCwYl
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/09/2026
Friendly 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.
Three smiling people pose outside a brick building labeled “THE SADLER CENTER,” beneath a banner reading “Welcome Families.”Audience members sit in a lecture hall, including a family member holding a yellow pencil and another reading a paper.Two students in teal “William & Mary Family Weekend” shirts laugh together before a green sequined backdrop; one wears a tiara.A parent in a green W&M t-shirt and visor prepares to toss a beanbag during a cornhole game outdoors.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 09/09/2026
William & 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.
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New applied AI major prepares students to lead in an AI-powered world
To prepare students for a future transformed by AI, William & Mary is launching a new major in Applied AI.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 24/08/2026
Let the fun begin! Welcome home, everyone. 💚
A group of young people wearing lanyards walk together. Many are smiling and carrying their belongings. A group of people walk down a spiral staircase. Students are seen talking and standing at the landing.A large group of students gather on an indoor volleyball court. One student hits the ball while others cheer, observe, or actively wait in position. Three costumed colonial-era marchers lead a parade, with two flutists and a drummer flanking a flag bearer, followed by a crowd of students carrying colorful flags.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 12/08/2026
A 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.
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Engineering Cures
Undergraduate research at William & Mary led Rui Yin '19 to her career in bioengineering
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/08/2026
Lost 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.
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W&M’s VIMS & Batten School partner with NOAA to expand access to shallow water mapping data
New program turns marine debris removal and other local vessel activity into valuable bathymetric data collection.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 06/08/2026
William & 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.
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Novel study defines ‘vertical marine heatwaves’ in Chesapeake Bay
A new study out of William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS is redefining how we visualize and track marine heatwaves in estuarine systems.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 29/07/2026
Jenny 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.
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The Work of Being Funny
Emmy-nominated comedy writer Jenny Hagel ’98 has some advice
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 22/07/2026
The 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.
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Appalachians shaped by the Ice Age
A William & Mary geologist is unscrambling the code of climate and erosion.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 21/07/2026
William & 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.
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Civic Action Scorecard empowers students to engage in civic leadership at William & Mary
The 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.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 17/07/2026
Bob 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.
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Wise Words
Bob Wise ’86 forged his path from W&M’s computer lab to Nvidia, the world’s leading AI computing company
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 01/07/2026
What 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.
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What 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...
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/06/2026
The 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.
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The fabric of a new nation, told stitch by stitch
Just 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
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 25/06/2026
Sea 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.
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Sea level rise is swallowing Mid-Atlantic farmland faster than expected, study finds
Ghost 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.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 19/06/2026
Yesterday, 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.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 28/05/2026
Student 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.
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W&M Racing Team, ‘Flying Fish’ win autonomous boat competition
William & Mary Racing won the 2026 Promoting Electric Propulsion (PEP) autonomous division.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 15/05/2026
It'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.
Al Roker, Dylan Dreyer, and Patton Oswalt sit at a patriotic table as they host the Today show amidst camera crews and W&M signs. Students in regalia stand in front of TV light kits as they get ready to do a trivia segment on the Today show.A host of graduates and President Katherine A. Rowe. stand behind a stanchion during the live broadcast of the Today show.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 14/05/2026
A 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!
Graduates in caps and gowns walk across the Crim Dell bridge in a lush green campus environment. Family, friends & onlookers watch and capture the moment on camera. A William & Mary commencement ceremony with a joyful graduate in cap and gown, pointing with excitement. A crowd of cheering attendees fills the blurred background.A joyful William & Mary graduate in green robes and a rainbow stole leads a procession with a raised mace. Others in caps and gowns follow, smiling, in a lush campus setting.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 08/05/2026
14,221 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.
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William & Mary marks historic One Tribe One Day with 14,221 donors
Record-breaking $5.6 million raised for 1,010 funds in one of the nation’s most successful university giving days.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 08/05/2026
When 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.
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The consummate team player
For 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...
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 05/05/2026
Can 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.
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Can plants count?
New research suggests they may be able to track the number of events they experience.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 01/05/2026
A 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.
A graduating student smiles at the camera while releasing the rope of the Wren Bell on the last day of classes.A smiling student pulls a long rope coming out of a hatch in a wall to ring the Wren Bell on the last day of classes.A student strikes a triumphant pose with their arms in the air after pulling a long rope coming out of a hatch in the wall to ring the Wren Bell. A student in a green shirt smiles while ringing the Wren Bell by pulling a long rope coming out of a hatch in the wall.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/04/2026
Mark your calendars and RSVP for the next Tack Faculty Lecture on May 7: “Wisdom & Machines: How Liberal Arts & AI Learn from Each Other."
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A first for the Tack Lecture: Business, AI and the liberal arts
Rachel Chung will present a lecture on “Wisdom & Machines: How Liberal Arts & AI Learn from Each Other.”
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 29/04/2026
Your 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
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 27/04/2026
The 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.
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Power in unity: One Tribe One Day returns April 29
On April 29, thousands of William & Mary alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends from around the world will come together for One Tribe One Day.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 22/04/2026
A 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.
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A 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.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 21/04/2026
Leadership. 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.
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Reves Center announces 2026 International Student Achievement Awards
The Reves Center for International Studies at William & Mary has announced the 2026 International Student Achievement Award recipients.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 17/04/2026
What 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.
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Bob Wise ’86 of Nvidia to speak at W&M April 23
Wise is the inaugural speaker in the School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics Class of 1975 Speaker Series.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 15/04/2026
W&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.
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William & Mary earns highest honor as a ‘Military Friendly’ institution
The university has been reaffirmed as a Gold-Level Military Friendly School by MilitaryFriendly.com, the highest honor a university can receive.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/04/2026
Developed 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.
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New interactive tool visualizes Virginia’s oyster populations
Developed 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.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 09/04/2026
Blast 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
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 08/04/2026
The 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.
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William & Mary Weekend
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 06/04/2026
#wmSpring is officially in the air ☀️ 🌱
A group of six William & Mary students sits on brick steps of the Sunken Garden in front of the historic Wren building, studying and using laptops. The scene is calm and focused, with trees and grass nearby.A group of William & Mary students walks together under a lush, green tree on a sunny day. They appear relaxed and conversational, with a brick building behind them.A streetlamp against a bright blue sky with wispy clouds, adjacent to a brick building featuring a round window. Two students sit on a blanket amid blooming daffodils on a sunny day, with a brick building in the background. The mood is relaxed and cheerful.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 03/04/2026
Two 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.
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William & Mary students study feline feces in South Africa
Lion poop may work as a non-invasive measure of inflammation and stress.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 01/04/2026
With 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.
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China’s $24B in port financing encircles the globe, reaching 90 countries
New AidData report and dataset provide the clearest picture yet of Beijing’s race for maritime dominance.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/03/2026
William & 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.
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W&M Ethics Club wins national championship, a first for the university
The William & Mary Ethics Club beat 36 undergraduate teams from across the country to take first in a competition of dimensional analysis and nuance.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 16/02/2026
Proud 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.
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Fanelli earns NSF CAREER Award for AI-driven nuclear physics research
The National Science Foundation has recognized Cristiano with a Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 10/02/2026
333 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.
W&M President Katherine Rowe, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger & Ken Burns in green academic robes stand and clap at a ceremony. They are smiling, conveying a celebratory and formal atmosphere.A group of students sings enthusiastically at an indoor event. Two in the front hold programs, wearing casual clothes with William & Mary logos.W&M President Katherine Rowe in academic regalia stands at a podium labeled "William & Mary," speaking into a microphone. The setting is formal and celebratory.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 08/02/2026
On 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!
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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.
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What 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.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/01/2026
Read more about the latest addition to the Integrated Science Center complex: go.wm.edu/W8Fbp5
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ISC4 opening marks new home for School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics
William & 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.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 30/01/2026
ISC4 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.
Students interact and study in a modern lounge at William & Mary School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics. The atmosphere is collaborative and focused.A clean, modern laboratory with pipettes, test tubes in a blue rack, cabinets, and lab equipment. Natural light streams through a large window.Overhead view of a modern atrium features a zigzag staircase, a student sitting on a bench using a laptop, and another student reading at a table, conveying a studious atmosphere.A student with headphones works on a tablet in a modern study area, featuring hexagonal wall patterns.
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William & Mary @wm.edu · 04/12/2025
William & 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.
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William & Mary remains No. 1 public university for study abroad
William & 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.
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