Welcome Days

Students, especially those returning students who may still be finding their unique W&M experience, should take advantage of Welcome Weeks to explore and/or re-acquaint yourself with our community on your own terms.

The calendar will populate as university partners confirm their participation, so check back frequently!


This calendar presented by Student Transition Engagement Programs
New Student Worship with Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Sunday, August 27
9am
Wren Chapel, to BCM House

New students are welcome to join Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM) for their New Student Worship. Donuts will be served afterwards at the BCM house, located at 244 S. Boundary St. 

    Catholic Mass & Welcome Reception
    Sunday, August 27
    10am - 11:30am
    Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham (520 Richmond Road)

    Join Catholic Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass, followed by coffee and pastries on the front lawn of the chapel. Come and get to know our staff, student leaders, and FOCUS missionaries, and tour our CCM Student Center.

      Opening Eucharist with Canterbury: The Episcopal Church at William & Mary
      Sunday, August 27
      10:15am
      Wren Chapel

      Join Canterbury: The Episcopal Church at William & Mary for our opening workshop event.

        Welcome Donut Table with UKirk Campus Ministries
        Sunday, August 27
        10:30am
        Outside Williamsburg Presbyterian Church (215 Richmond Rd)

        Stop by our Welcome table for students old and new and grab some donuts, coffee, water, watermelon trees, and meet leadership from the various UKirk Campus Ministries.

          Student Veteran Orientation Brunch
          Sunday, August 27
          10:30am - 12:30pm
          Sadler Center, James Room

          For any student who identifies as military/veteran! An opportunity to meet incoming and current military/veteran undergraduate students, connect with the Office of Student Veteran Engagement, and learn about resources just for your W&M experience.

          Pet Therapy with Stella
          Sunday, August 27
          11am - 1pm
          McLeod Tyler Wellness Center, Lobby


            W&M Choral Ensemble Auditions
            Sunday, August 27 - Tuesday, August 29
            11am - 4pm
            Music Arts Center, Choral Room

            Come be a part of a W&M Choral Ensemble! Auditions for the W&M Choir, Barksdale Treble Chorus, Ebony Expressions, & Botetourt Chamber Singers will be held Sun, Aug 27- Tues. Aug 29 on the new Music Building. 

              Pet Therapy with Lilly
              Sunday, August 27
              12pm - 1:30pm
              McLeod Tyler Wellness Center, Lobby


                William & Mary Women's Soccer vs VCU
                Sunday, August 27
                1pm - 3pm
                Williamsburg, Va., Martin Family Stadium at Albert-Daly Field
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                  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.

                  Textbook Pickup
                  Friday, August 18 - Friday, September 22
                  10am - 4pm
                  Campus Center, Campus Center 159

                  Pickup your textbooks from the Official William & Mary Spirit Shop and Bookstore at Campus Center 159

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                  W&M Choral Ensemble Auditions August 26 - August 29
                  Music Arts Center, (Alternate Location: Ewell Hall) View Full Event
                  Textbooks in front of a William & Mary Spirit Shop and Bookstore sign indicating Textbooks are available for pickup at Campus Center 159.
                  Textbook Pickup August 18 - September 22
                  10am - 4pm Campus Center, Campus Center 159 View Full Event