Academic Life: The Liberal Arts Experience
Saturday, August 26
All day
Locations across campus

Join W&M faculty to discuss the academic expectations of the university. A faculty panel follows to discuss classroom dynamics & exciting possibilities for undergraduates with regard to research, scholarship and collaboration.

    Cultivating Authentic Excellence
    Saturday, August 26
    All day
    Locations across campus

    Students will learn about the Authentic Excellence Initiative, designed to move individuals beyond the Plateau Effect and enhance productivity, fulfillment, and resilience. 

      Engaging Across Difference Through Better Arguments
      Saturday, August 26
      All day
      Locations across campus

      Learn the five principles of a "better argument" and hear from faculty, staff and administrators as they set in motion a framework for the year ahead.

        Student Success in the W&M Community
        Saturday, August 26
        All day
        Locations across campus

        Understanding the community you are joining is a key to success. Join members of the Student Success staff and the Honor & Conduct Councils to learn more about how to successfully thrive in your new community. 

          W&M Choral Ensemble Auditions
          Saturday, August 26 - Tuesday, August 29
          Music Arts Center, (Alternate Location: Ewell Hall)

          The Choral Program sponsored by the W&M Music Department offers four vocal ensembles. Auditions to join these groups are held the Sunday - Tuesday before the start of fall classes.

            Breakfast
            Saturday, August 26
            7am - 9am
            Dining locations across campus

            All meals are provided to new students for the duration of orientation using the wristband issued during the check-in process.

              Celebrating Your William & Mary
              Saturday, August 26
              9am - 9:30am
              Martha Wren Briggs Amphitheatre at Lake Matoaka

              New students will be officially be welcomed to the Tribe family by President Rowe, Vice President for Student Affairs Ambler and others.

                Our W&M Community: One Tribe, Many Stories
                Saturday, August 26
                9:30am - 11am
                Martha Wren Briggs Amphitheatre at Lake Matoaka, (Rain Plan: locations across campus)

                William & Mary students are diverse in talents, interests, backgrounds, and identities. Alongside the Center for Student Diversity, explore the rewards, obligations, and tensions associated with your commitment to the William & Mary Community.

                  Local Area Merchants Fair
                  Saturday, August 26
                  10am - 2pm
                  Sadler Center, Main Atrium

                  Held in the Main Atrium of the Sadler Center, this is an opportunity for new students and families to visit with local business, non-profit groups, banks, and other service providers.

                    Lunch
                    Saturday, August 26
                    11:30am - 1pm
                    Dining locations across campus

                    All meals are provided to new students for the duration of orientation using the wristband issued during the check-in process.

                      Pet Therapy with Lilly
                      Saturday, August 26
                      12pm - 1:30pm
                      McLeod Tyler Wellness Center, Lobby


                        Pet Therapy with Stella
                        Saturday, August 26
                        12:30pm - 3pm
                        McLeod Tyler Wellness Center, Lobby


                          Making JDP Connections: Time with the Academic Director
                          Saturday, August 26
                          2:30pm - 3:30pm
                          Integrated Science Center (ISC), Room 1111

                          A information session with Academic Director Dr. Harmony Dalgleish for Host/Class of 2026 new-to-William & Mary St Andrews Joint Degree Programme students!

                            Dinner
                            Saturday, August 26
                            5pm - 7pm
                            Dining locations across campus

                            All meals are provided to new students for the duration of orientation using the wristband issued during the check-in process.

                              1693 Scholar Program Discussion & Dinner for First-Year 1693s
                              Saturday, August 26
                              6pm - 8pm
                              Murray House
                              Join your fellow first-year 1693 Scholars for dinner and a robust program discussion.
                                Neighborhood Block Party
                                Saturday, August 26
                                7pm - 10pm
                                Sadler Center

                                Ready to explore new spots on campus? Come out to celebrate the student life neighborhood.