Cultivating Authentic Excellence
Sunday, August 25
All day
Music Arts Center, Recital Hall

This program explores the Plateau Effect, the tendency for people to stay “stuck at good” and how the college transition can be a critical time for either breaking that pattern or cementing it further.

    Ensuring Community at William & Mary
    Sunday, August 25
    All day
    Around Campus

    Hear from additional campus partners about how they work to ensure William & Mary is a safe and welcoming campus environment.

      Get Wren Bell Ready!
      Sunday, August 25
      All day
      Unity Hall

       Learn how the Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement in the Cohen Career Center can help you explore and pursue your career possibilities. 

        Student Success Starts Now
        Sunday, August 25
        All day
        Kaplan Arena

        Join members from across the Division of Student Affairs who are here to support & celebrate you during your W&M journey. 

          W&M Honor and Community Values Pledge
          Sunday, August 25
          All day
          Wren Courtyard

          Join Members of the W&M Honor and Conduct Councils to learn more about our community values, followed by the taking of the W&M Honor Pledge. Then, affirm your commitment to our community with members of W&M Student Assembly.

            W&M Choral Ensemble Auditions
            Sunday, August 25 - Tuesday, August 27
            Music Arts Center, Room 154

            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
              Sunday, August 25
              7am - 9am
              Commons Dining Hall, Or Food Hall at Sadler

              Consult your OA for exact meal times and dining locations. All meals are provided to new students for the duration of orientation using the wristband issued during the check-in process.

              New Student Worship in the Wren Chapel
              Sunday, August 25
              9am - 10am
              Wren Chapel

              Find some spiritual space during the busy orientation weekend. Join us for worship, prayer, and a biblical message in the Wren Building’s historic Chapel. 

                W&M St Andrews Joint Degree Programme Student Breakfast (Home) 
                Sunday, August 25
                9:30am - 11am
                Sadler Center, Tidewater

                A informational breakfast for Class of 2028 new/Home St Andrews Joint Degree Programme students! You will have time to meet as a cohort and spend quality informational time with the Academic Director.

                Worship & Blessing of the Backpacks/Devices
                Sunday, August 25
                9:30am - 12pm
                215 Richmond Rd (Williamsburg Presbyterian Church)

                Worship & Blessing of the Backpacks/Devices - Sunday August 25 at 9:30 and 11am at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church (215 Richmond Rd)

                  Orientation Weekend Mass
                  Sunday, August 25
                  10am - 11am
                  10 Harrison Ave.

                  On Sunday August 25th, there will be a Catholic Mass at 10:00am at the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham (10 Harrison Ave) followed by coffee and donuts!

                    Wesley Orientation Breakfast
                    Sunday, August 25
                    10am - 11am
                    Wesley House (526 Jamestown Road)

                    Take a breather from orientation activities and join Wesley Campus Ministry for a free breakfast! 

                      Student Veteran Orientation Brunch
                      Sunday, August 25
                      10am - 1pm
                      Sadler Center, James Room

                      For ALL military and veteran students! Meet incoming and current military and veteran students, connect with the staff and students who work in the Office of Student Veteran Engagement, and learn about resources just for your W&M experience.

                      UKirk Williamsburg Donut Table
                      Sunday, August 25
                      10:15am - 11:15am
                      215 Richmond Road (Williamsburg Presbyterian Garden)

                      Donut Table - All are welcome to stop by for free Donuts, Drinks, and other Snacks in the Williamsburg Presbyterian Garden at 215 Richmond Rd just across from Sorority Court. 10:15-11:15 on Sunday August 25

                      Lunch
                      Sunday, August 25
                      11am - 1pm
                      Commons Dining Hall, Or Food Hall at Sadler

                      Consult your OA for exact meal times and dining locations. All meals are provided to new students for the duration of orientation using the wristband issued during the check-in process.

                      W&M Honor and Community Values Pledge
                      Sunday, August 25
                      11am - 6pm
                      Wren Courtyard, to Hearth: Memorial to the Enslaved

                      Join Members of the W&M Honor and Conduct Councils to learn more about our community values, followed by the taking of the W&M Honor Pledge. Then, affirm your commitment to our community with members of W&M Student Assembly.

                        Student Success Starts Now
                        Sunday, August 25
                        1pm - 2:15pm
                        Kaplan Arena

                        Join members from across the Division of Student Affairs who are here to support & celebrate you during your W&M journey. 

                          Student Success Starts Now
                          Sunday, August 25
                          3pm - 4:15pm
                          Kaplan Arena

                          Join members from across the Division of Student Affairs who are here to support & celebrate you during your W&M journey. 

                            Dinner
                            Sunday, August 25
                            5pm - 7pm
                            Commons Dining Hall, Or Food Hall at Sadler

                            Consult your OA for exact meal times and dining locations. All meals are provided to new students for the duration of orientation using the wristband issued during the check-in process.

                            FitWell Class: Outdoor Sunset Yoga with Katelyn
                            Sunday, August 25
                            6:45pm - 7:45pm
                            Martha Wren Briggs Amphitheatre at Lake Matoaka

                            Taught by: Katelyn Oxer

                            Cheers to Your First Year
                            Sunday, August 25
                            7:15pm - 8:30pm
                            Zable Stadium at Cary Field

                            A very special Wren Tradition! Activities include updates from W&M Tribe Athletics, cheers by your Orientation Staff, and then we all take to Cary Field at Zable Stadium.

                              Neighborhood Block Party
                              Sunday, August 25
                              8:30pm - 11pm
                              Sadler Center

                              Participants will have the opportunity to venture into every office, room, and lounge in Sadler Center to be entered to win prizes while also getting to know the new space! 

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