Gooch Orientation Schedule

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.

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.

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. 

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 at 9:30 and 11am at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church (215 Richmond Rd)

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!

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

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.

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

Canterbury, the Episcopal ministry at W&M, invites you to its opening Eucharist in Wren followed by a free luncheon in the Bruton Parish House just off campus in Colonial Williamsburg.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Taught by: Katelyn Oxer

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.

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!