Alumni Engagement Events

Connect with fellow members of the W&M community from all over the world to share your expertise and build your professional network!

Relive your favorite Campus Golf memories with your fellow William & Mary alumni at Puttshack on October 1! We hope you can join us! This is a pay as you go event.

Don’t miss the chance for fellowship, food and drinks at the Dancing Kilt! First Tables is an event series where the W&M Richmond community explores local eateries around the first of each month. 

Enjoy conversations and connections at the Seattle W&M@Work breakfast, where innovation and technology takes center stage. 

Join the local William & Mary community for our monthly Tribe Thursday at Kephi Greek Kitchen! The event is free to attend. Appetizers will be provided, and drinks will be pay-as-you-go. Registration is not required.

Join us in a special conversation with celebrated authors Anne Marie Belair Pace ’87, P ’22 and Kathryn Dobbs Erskine ’80 at James Monroe’s Highland. 

Stop by Sadler’s The Slice to take a walk down a Joint Degree Programme memory lane!

Hear from Tom Rowland '84 about the ins and outs of the music industry. Discussions about career pathways and the shifting landscape of the business.

Visit the Alumni House to pick up your nametag, which serves as your ticket to many events. You can also add or modify events in your registration, pick up your class button, browse W&M gifts and gear, make a reunion gift and more.

The Order of the White Jacket fosters and strengthens the bonds between alumni who served in food service.  Enjoy a strolling lunch featuring hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and fellowship. 

"The Magic of Noticing" - Presented by 2024 Concord Scholarship recipient.

Learn from Julian Lage, one of the most prodigious guitarists of his generation

William & Mary Presents! Julian Lage, one of the most prodigious guitarists of his generation

Five male students meet twice a week at W&M's greenhouse, a haven for the university's gay men. The threat of a new club on campus has the men worried as they come to terms with what they mean to each other and how much they need the greenhouse.

Alumni and guests are invited to explore a curated exhibit in the Rare Book Room based on the Wolf Law Library’s new Oral Histories Project.

Visit the Alumni House to pick up your nametag, which serves as your ticket to many events. You can also add or modify events in your registration, pick up your class button, browse W&M gifts and gear, make a reunion gift and more.

Law school alumni, visit the Law School lobby to check in for Alumni Weekend, pick up your nametag and add events to your schedule.

Join your fellow Olde Guarde members — alumni who graduated 50 years ago or more — and their guests for food and fellowship.

Meet fellow alumni and expand your W&M network over a cup of coffee or tea. 

Homecoming Colloquium by Dr. Eric Davis, Program Manager, DARPA speaking on the Third Wave Artificial Intelligence, Human Machine Teams, and Crisis Reasoning.  We will also be presenting student awards with a reception to follow.

Join the Center for Geospatial Analysis on Friday, October 18 at 1pm in Swem 213 to hear from a panel of William & Mary Alumni on career paths in GIS and advice for current students interested in continuing to learn about GIS.  

We are excited to welcome Sharpe Alumni back to campus for Fall 2024 homecoming in Spotswood Hall from 1-4pm.  Sharpe has changed over the years, but one thing remains the same: student commitment to living and learning together about community.

Drop in to an open house at Hearth: Memorial to the Enslaved on the Friday afternoon of Homecoming Weekend. Lemon Project team members will be on site for one-on-one conversations.

Celebrate Global Engagement at William & Mary! Join the Reves Center for a homecoming reception, featuring international wine and food pairings and music from the W&M Brazilian Music Ensemble.

Join the Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement for an opportunity to build and tap into your W&M network.

Have you visited the Christian Study Center serving William & Mary? Swing by Cambridge House on Friday, October 18th to explore our grounds in all their autumnal beauty, (re)connect with alumni, and enjoy refreshments together. We can't wait to meet you!

Thinking of Graduate School? Then experience William & Mary. Hear from our dean, visit with faculty and current students, and go on a tour. Discover why you should pursue your graduate degree with us.

Join us for a captivating exploration of literature, its impact on our lives, society, and the world. Our esteemed faculty will share their insights during our Homecoming Panel discussion. 

Friday, October 18, 3:30 pm in Washington 301

Homecoming Alumni Talk by Nicole Wright Patrick ’15, Program Manager, Central and Eastern Europe, (NDI).

Voice, Space, and Accountability: Strengthening Democracy in Central & Eastern Europe

Dr. James Staples '10 explores the queer world-making of John Boswell's recovery of Aelred of Rievaulx to reveal how minoritarian melancholia contributes to inventive negotiations of past and present to discover a future of more expansive possibilities.

Join William & Mary Law School cybersecurity researcher Daniel Shin J.D. ’19 in a discussion on AI and other legal technologies and how you can best use them safely at work.

Hear about the Wolf Law Library’s new Oral Histories Project and its exhibit from William & Mary Law School digital collections & archives librarian Kathryn Downing ’17.

Find the perfect spot along Richmond Road to cheer for Grand Marshal Cord Jefferson ’04, student organizations, alumni groups and special guests in the parade! 

Come back to where it all started and reconnect with your classmates as we kick off Alumni Weekend.

In the courtyard of the Wren Building, we honor alumni, faculty and friends of the university who passed during the year. In the event of severe weather, the ceremony will be moved to Commonwealth Auditorium in the Sadler Center.

Join us for an inspiring Homecoming celebration as we proudly unveil the new name for the Latinx Alumni Association — Familia! 

Join Mosaic — APIM (Asian-Pacific Islander-Middle Eastern) Alumni Association, the Crim Dell Association (LGBTQ+), the Hulon Willis Association (Black and African descent) and Familia (Latino) — alumni and students for a reception.

Come celebrate with the Class of ’64 at the home of Don Beck ’64, P ’90, P ’93, G ’23, G ’26, G ’27 in Williamsburg.

Gather with friends on the Sunken Garden! This year's Friday Night Fest features bourbon and oyster tastings, as well as hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.

Join the Association of 1775 and W&M VET as they host a hearty breakfast for the whole family to honor W&M military and veterans.

Join us for a dance party featuring the authors of “My Dad is a DJ” — Kathryn Erskine ’80 and Keith Henry Brown!  Enjoy breakfast, hear from the authors and partake in fun activities. Free and family-friendly!

Visit the Special Collections Research Center in the Earl Gregg Swem Library to view selected materials relating to the history and culture of Hip Hop in Virginia.

Open House Brunch    

The Randolph Complex will have been home to W&M students for 45 years when it closes its doors at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year. Join us to bid good-bye to Cabell, Harrison, Page, Nicholas & Pleasants Halls!

Join William & Mary Law Professor and legal historian Tom McSweeney ’02 as he takes you on a popular walking tour about Law School history from the 18th century to today. 

Meet fellow alumni and expand your W&M network over a cup of coffee or tea. 

Homecoming Weekend ISC Open House!

Join the ISC science departments for our annual Homecoming Open House from 9 - 11am  Saturday 19 October.

Alumni and guests are invited to explore a curated exhibit in the Rare Book Room based on the Wolf Law Library’s new Oral Histories Project.

Visit the Alumni House to pick up your nametag, which serves as your ticket to many events. You can also add or modify events in your registration, pick up your class button, browse W&M gifts and gear, make a reunion gift and more.

Law school alumni, visit the Law School lobby to check in for Alumni Weekend, pick up your nametag and add events to your schedule.

The Alpha Chi chapter of Gamma Phi Beta welcomes back our sisters! Come join us for bagels, pastries, and other delicious brunch goods. Meet sisters young and old! 

Hi Kappa Delta Alumni! We would love to see you back at the KD House for our Alumni Brunch on Saturday, October 19th from 9:30-11:30. Pastries, coffee, and other refreshments will be provided!

This is an opportunity to explore the new Music Arts Center.

Green & Gold Villages has provided a home to both W&M fraternities and our newest incoming community members. When Green, Lion & Eagle Halls (or the Units) close their doors at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year, it will have been in use for 60 years!

Join President Katherine A. Rowe for a conversation with Oscar winner Cord Jefferson ’04.

Please Join us for Homecoming! We will be hosting a joint Homecoming celebration for all Economics, Government, International Relations, and Public Policy Alumni!

Please join the Department of Classical Studies for our Annual Homecoming Open House on Saturday, October 19, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – Noon in Boswell 340.  All W&M Alumni, Family and Friends are invited to come home and celebrate with us.  

DEPARTMENT OF ART & ART HISTORY HOMECOMING RECEPTION, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 10AM-12PM, ANDREWS HALL FOYER

Stop by your favorite department on campus to visit with faculty, students, colleagues and fellow alumni. For a full list of department events, please select the campus/community events filter. 

Welcome back to all our alumni!

Meet up for coffee and pastries in 317 Washington Hall on Saturday, October 19th, 10-12pm.

Alumni and friends are invited to an Open House in front of Adair Hall. Meet faculty and reminisce under the tent. Light refreshments will be available.

The Philosophy Department invites alumni, their families, and anyone who has an interest in philosophy to join us for an informal Homecoming reception.  We look forward to seeing you!

Theatre and Dance Alumni: Join the Department of Theatre & Performance for Homecoming Weekend! Enjoy light refreshments and connect with alumni, faculty, and current students. We look forward to seeing you there!

Homecoming Breakfast/Open House

Spooky PhysicsFest will teleport you into the bizarre and fascinating world of science during Homecoming! Mind-blowing hands-on activities, demonstrations, lab tours,  and Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream! Everything is free and fun for all ages!

Meet up with Linguistics faculty and alumni for snacks and chatting!

Join us for a Homecoming reception for alumni and current students! Enjoy light refreshments and reconnect with old friends. We look forward to seeing you there!

Come celebrate homecoming with the Environment & Sustainability Program (ENSP) on the lovely shores of Lake Matoaka. Catchup on the greatest of ENSP memories, enjoy the scenery, and grab a few tasty morsels. 

Join the units of the HIVE: the Global Research Institute, the Institute for Integrative Conservation and the Whole of Government Center of Excellence for a Homecoming & Reunion Weekend party!

Home is where the HARK is! Residence Life and Student Transition Engagement Programs welcome our Student Staff Alumni, Family, and Friends back to campus with a Campus Living Homecoming Gathering!

Did you use to live in Yates Hall? There is still time for you to grab a Yates Brick and keep a piece of Yates Hall history. Stop by the Campus Living Center patio to grab one!

Meet up with your fellow classmates on the Sunken Garden and make a memory by taking a class photo.

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two pioneering scientists who used tools from physics to create methods that shaped modern machine learning. Prof. Fanelli will explore the surprising ways physics and machine learning are intertwined.

Before watching the Tribe take on the Campbell Camels, join alumni, friends, parents, students and the W&M community for a tailgate on the Sunken Garden.

Gather with fellow members of the William & Mary Law School community in front of the Law School to enjoy good food and reconnect with your classmates in advance of the Homecoming Football Game. 

Join the Raymond A. Mason School of Business as we welcome our beloved alumni back to campus this fall to celebrate Homecoming! Rediscover campus, reconnect with fellow classmates and celebrate your Tribe pride.

Join W&M Libraries and the W&M Washington Center for a Homecoming Cantina: Margaritas, Mexican Delights, and memories! All are welcome, but we especially encourage Ex Libris (former student library workers) and Study in D.C. Alumni to stop by.

Join Chi Omega and Pi Phi Alumni on the Alumni House Lawn for Mimosas & More! 12noon to 5pm. Questions? Contact Beth Sala Covin'83 P'21 P'27 at bethcovin@gmail.com. 

Homecoming reception for the Epsilon Charge of Theta Delta Chi

The Wesley Foundation welcomes all Alumni, Students, Friends & Family to visit the Wesley House on Homecoming Saturday between Noon - 6:30 PM for our annual Lunch, Tailgate & Watch Party - and - to meet Rev. Ryan LaRock, our new Campus Minister!

Reception for PBK keyholders from any chapter nationwide.

Join us at 1 PM for an electrifying performance by The Stairwells, the Wu-Tang Clan of a cappella! With amazing sounds and vibrant energy, this show is free and open to all—especially Stairwells alumni! Come relive the magic and have a blast!

Campus Rec Alumni and current students are invited to join our staff, past and present, in celebrating Homecoming! Come and enjoy food, drinks, company, and Campus Rec swag. Hope to see you there!

Current Monroe Scholars and Monroe Scholar alumni are invited to attend the Centennial celebration for Monroe Hall! In honor of its 100th birthday, Monroe Hall has undergone a total renovation. 

Join the German House for their annual fall BBQ on Saturday, October 19 @ 1 pm, Randolph Complex. The event will include grilling, sides, drinks, and an opportunity to meet fellow students and connect with alumni for a fun afternoon of food and community.

Join the the Office of Undergraduate Admission for a pre-game tailgate with light appetizers and refreshments. Open to all Admission Alumni!  

Stop by the Wren to ring the bell and reminisce.

Catholic Campus Ministry alumni and students are invited to join us for an afternoon of food, fellowship, and fun as the Tribe prepares to take on the Campbell Camels! All are welcome.

Hear Dean A. Benjamin Spencer share his vision for the future of legal education at W&M, the current success of our students, faculty and programs and the challenges the Law School faces. 

Join the Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement's alumni rooftop tailgate for an epic kickoff bash!

Cheer on the W&M Tribe as they face off against Campbell at Zable Stadium.

Celebrate Homecoming & Reunion Weekend with alumni from our three most recent graduating classes!

Come celebrate with the Class of ’69 at the Alumni House.

Members of the Law School classes of 4s and 9s, join your classmates, W&M Law School faculty and staff as we celebrate your reunion milestones together.

Return to the Sunken Garden Saturday evening to mingle with classmates and celebrate your reunion! Tickets include food, a beer and wine open bar and a $10 discount to the Saturday Night Bash.

Following the football game, celebrate with the Classes of 2015-2024 and have some fun in the Young Guarde tent! Tickets include food, a beer and wine open bar and a $10 discount to the Saturday Night Bash.

Groove at STOMPFEST, hosted by the Black Student Organization on October 19th! Watch William & Mary’s NPHC compete, enjoy local black-owned vendors, and dance to a live DJ!

Doors open at 6 PM at Martha Wren Briggs Amphitheatre. Get your tickets now! 

Grab a classmate and join the party in the big tent for dancing and late-night snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. A beer and wine cash bar will be available until 10:45 p.m. 

Before heading home, stop by the Law School to grab a bite to eat, while savoring a little more time with classmates and members of the W&M Law School community. To-go breakfast sandwiches and drinks will be served.

On Sunday, October 20, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., we invite you and your four legged friends out on the Highland Rustic Trails for a day of doggone good fun!

Join us for a delightful farewell brunch in honor of the Hulon Willis Association! As we bring a memorable Homecoming & Reunion Weekend to a close, we invite you to savor good food and great company while celebrating the rich legacy of our community.

Commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette receiving his Honorary Degree of Laws from William & Mary.

Join us at the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham (520 Richmond Rd) for Catholic Mass at 11:00 AM, immediately followed by a reception and one final chance to connect with fellow Catholic alumni before heading home!

Class of 2025 only. Gather alongside fellow seniors to enjoy southern breakfast bites, artisanal cocktails and mocktails and craft cold brew.

End your Homecoming Weekend with a game of Ultimate. Former W&M players and alumni enthusiasts are invited to join us – all are welcome!

Join us for a fantastic Homecoming Weekend concert with the W&M Accidentals this Sunday, October 20, at 3:30 PM! Experience seamless harmonies, friendship, and a diverse repertoire that’s sure to inspire. Don’t miss this musical celebration!

Join us for an insightful webinar with Chris Hailey '84, M.A. '92, P '13, P '19 who will walk through the process of selecting the right recommenders and ensuring recommendations highlight your strengths and achievements.

The W&M Charlotte network invites all alumni, as well as parents of current William & Mary students, to join us for a wine social in the South Park area as we welcome alumni new to Charlotte, new W&M families and catch up with old friends!

Join us for an evening with W&M alumna, author and actress Stephanie Szostak ‘94. She will be discussing her book, SELF!SH: Step Into a Journey of Self-Discovery to Revive Confidence, Joy, and Meaning. 

Join us for the 2024 Slate Seminar, Friday, October 25, 2024 - Saturday, October 26, 2024  at the W&M School of Education

Registration and participation in the Slate Seminar is free thanks to the generous support of the Mellon Foundation.

Join W&M Boston for apple picking and cider doughnuts at Honey Pot Hill Orchards.

Come join your fellow W&M alumni, parents, family and friends for an afternoon of golf and camaraderie. We will be playing at The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation, with tee times starting at 1 p.m. 

Noah Robertson '19, Defense News Pentagon reporter, will discuss his life as a journalist -- from his work at William & Mary to today!

The Raft Debate returns!    

In recognition of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we invite you to a special event at the McGlothlin Medical Education Center on VCU's campus. Join us for an evening of education as we discuss navigating health challenges as women. 

The Crim Dell Association Advisory Board is thrilled to invite you to a virtual meetup aimed at connecting alumni who are part of LGBTQ+ families. This event offers a space to share experiences and discuss the unique aspects of queer family life.