POSTPONED -- The Language of Trees: Forest Thinking to Reimagine the World
Tuesday, October 1
3pm - 5:15pm
Swem Library, Ford Classroom

EVENT POSTPONED - Artist, activist, and bestselling author, Katie Holten to speak on the Language of Trees and what it means to love a forest.

Writers of Washington - The Righteous Arrows
Tuesday, October 1
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Washington Center, Zoom

Join us for a book talk with award-winning author, Brian Morra '78. Brian, Professor of Russian Studies Sasha Prokhorov, and Elena Prokhorova will lead us on a deep dive into his book, The Righteous Arrows, his second book in his series The Able Archers.

UPDATED: Europe's Shift to the Far Right, Speaker Farid Hafez, International Relations Program 
Wednesday, October 2
5pm - 6pm
Ewell Hall, Room 107

Following a huge success by the far-right in European Parliamentary elections, we take the national elections in Austria and  Germany as a starting point for a discussion on what that means for Europe. 

    Green Analytical Chemistry: Have We Been Doing This All Along?  Nicholas Snow, Seton Hall Univ
    Friday, October 4
    3pm - 4pm
    Integrated Science Center (ISC), Room 1127

    CHEMINAR: Green Analytical Chemistry: Is This What We’ve Been Doing All Along?

    Nicholas H. Snow, Founding Endowed Professor, Seton Hall University


    2025 W&M Montpellier (France) Summer Study Abroad Program Information Session
    Tuesday, October 8
    5pm - 6:30pm
    Washington Hall, Room 315

    Information session for students interested in the 2025 W&M faculty-led summer study abroad program in Montpellier, France.

    American-Bosnian Collaboration Project 2025 - Interest meeting
    Wednesday, October 9
    5pm - 6pm
    Tucker Hall, Room 123

    Applications are live to join the 2025 ABC cohort! We will be holding two information sessions for prospective applicants, going over basics of the program and answering any questions students may have.

      World Bank Environmental and Social Standards Training
      Tuesday, October 15
      2pm - 4pm
      Swem Library, Hive Event Space

      Join the Institute for Integrative Conservation for a training session on the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and Environmental and Social Standards to better manage environmental and social risks in international development.

      American-Bosnian Collaboration Project 2025 - Interest meeting
      Wednesday, October 16
      5pm - 6pm
      Tucker Hall, Room 123

      Applications are live to join the 2025 ABC team! We will be holding an information session to go over the basics of the program, as well as answer any questions applicants may have.

        The Realities of International Research - A CRP Information Session
        Thursday, October 17
        3pm - 4:30pm
        Swem Library, Hive Event Space

        Join us for an insightful session featuring firsthand stories from William & Mary students and faculty about the realities of conducting research in international settings. 

        2024 Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies Program Homecoming Alumni Talk
        Friday, October 18
        3:30pm - 5pm
        Washington Hall, Room 301

        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

        Homecoming Party with the Hive
        Saturday, October 19
        11am - 3pm
        Swem Library, Conservation Patio

        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!

        Freeman Fellowship Information Session
        Tuesday, October 22
        3:30pm - 5pm
        Reves Center for International Studies, Reves Room

        Are you interested in gaining invaluable professional experience and immersing yourself in the vibrant cultures of East Asia? If so, mark your calendar for the upcoming Freeman Intern Fellowships in East Asia Information Session!

        GRI Book Launch: The Migrant's Jail: An American History of Mass Incarceration
        Tuesday, October 22
        5:30pm - 7:30pm
        Swem Library

        Join W&M Global Research Institute for the launch of The Migrant's Jail: An American History of Mass Incarceration (Princeton University Press, 2024), written by W&M Assistant Professor Brianna Nofil. Co-sponsored with W&M Libraries and History Department

        GRI Global Research Seminar: Anusha Chari 
        Friday, October 25
        1pm - 3:30pm
        Swem Library

        The Global Research Institute invites students, faculty, and staff to speak with Professor Anusha Chari the current Senior Economist on the President’s Council of Economic Advisors. A light lunch will be provided. 

        "The Forest of the Witch" - Karagoz Theatre Company
        Friday, October 25
        7:30pm - 8:30pm
        Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) Memorial Hall, Studio Theatre

        Karagoz Theatre Company presents "The Forest of the Witch."

        Raft Debate - A W&M Tradition
        Monday, October 28
        6:30pm
        Sadler Center, Commonwealth Auditorium

        The Raft Debate returns!    

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        Writing and Communication Center Open for Fall Semester
        Monday, September 9 - Friday, December 6
        1pm - 10pm
        Swem Library, Writing and Communication Center (Swem 145)

        At the Writing and Communication Center, trained peer consultants offer individual assistance with writing, presentation, and other communication assignments across disciplines and at any stage, from generating ideas to polishing a final product.