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Registration
Thursday, October 18
12pm - 5pm
Sadler Center

If you have any questions or need help with registration, please call our Homecoming hotline at (757) 221-3106 or email advevents@wm.edu.

    Order of the White Jacket (OWJ) Annual Meeting 
    Thursday, October 18
    1:30pm - 2:30pm
    Sadler Center, Colony Room

    Join members of the OWJ Board for their annual board meeting to learn more about their plans for 2018-2019.

      Alumni Panel: LIFE AFTER W&M
      Thursday, October 18
      3:30pm - 5pm
      Blow Memorial Hall, Room 201

      Join us for an alumni panel about life after W&M and how to reach your career goals. FREE FOOD included!


      Taijiquan at the Wellness Center
      Thursday, October 18
      5pm
      McLeod Tyler Wellness Center, Patio

       Join us on the patio of the new Wellness Center for a session of Taijiquan with Professor Stan Rockwell.

        The Patrick Hayes Writers Series presents X.C. Atkins
        Thursday, October 18
        5pm - 7pm
        Tucker Hall, Tucker Theatre, Tucker 127A

        Fiction writer X.C. Atkins will be reading from his work in Tucker Theatre, with a reception to follow. Free and open to the public!

        Order of the White Jacket (OWJ) Annual Reception
        Thursday, October 18
        5:30pm - 7:30pm
        Wren Building, Great Hall

        Kick off Homecoming with OWJ at their Annual Reception in the Great Hall. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails served by members of OWJ from 5:30-7:30 p.m. 

        Reception in the Geology Department following Geoscience Symposium featuring W&M Geology Alumnae
        Thursday, October 18
        6pm - 7:30pm
        McGlothlin-Street Hall

        The year 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of women attending William & Mary, and a number of events are planned to celebrate this milestone. The geology department is proud of the contributions made by our alumnae and invite you to celebrate with us.

        Registration
        Friday, October 19
        8am - 8pm
        Sadler Center

        If you have any questions or need help with registration, please call our Homecoming hotline at (757) 221-3106 or email advevents@wm.edu.

          Sandy Kelly Tennis Open Play
          Friday, October 19
          9:30am - 2:30pm
          Mackesy Tennis Center

          Enjoy some fresh air on the courts on Friday morning! The Millie West tennis courts (located by the student recreation center and Kaplan Arena) are open for all alumni to enjoy. Please bring your own water and equipment.

            Olde Guarde Luncheon
            Friday, October 19
            11:30am - 2pm
            Sadler Center, Chesapeake ABC

            Join your fellow Olde Guarde members for an afternoon of food and fellowship. The morning will start with a Bloody Mary and mimosa reception, followed by lunch and a guest speaker. The reunion classes of 1963, 1958 and 1953 will be recognized.


            The Sullivan Cup
            Friday, October 19
            12pm
            Williamsburg Golf Club

            Have fun playing golf and raise money for the William & Mary Golf teams at the same time by participating with your friends in the Sullivan Cup.

            W&M Confucius Institute Open House 2018
            Friday, October 19
            1pm - 5pm
            Rowe House

            Come to Rowe House on Friday, October 19th from 1-5 PM to learn more about WMCI and enjoy delicious Chinese refreshments!

            From the Page to the Screen: Writers Master Class
            Friday, October 19
            2pm - 3:30pm
            Swem Library, Ford Classroom

            Alexandra Bracken ?09, author of The Darkest Minds series, one of this summer?s blockbusters, and Anne Marie Pace ?87, author of the Vampirina Ballerina series, now a hit Disney Jr. TV show, will lead a Writers Master Class.

            Department of English Homecoming Reception
            Friday, October 19
            2pm - 4pm
            Tucker Hall, Tucker Foyer

            Hello alums! Please join us on October 19, 2018 and mingle with your fellow alums as well as the English faculty. See you there!

            Inaugural Sara E. Nance Lecture by Professor Deborah Denenholz Morse
            Friday, October 19
            2:15pm - 2:55pm
            Tucker Hall, Room 111

            Deborah Denenholz Morse is the Sara E. Nance Professor of English. She specializes in Victorian studies, English novel, the animal in Victorian literature, feminist studies. Her lecture is titled, ?Resistance, Art and Animals in Anne Bront?.?

            ENSP Mixer
            Friday, October 19
            2:30pm - 4pm
            Crim Dell Meadow, Geology Rock Garden

            Afternoon, pre-parade meet-n-greet with Environmental Science and Policy alums and faculty! 

              Shark Tank
              Friday, October 19
              2:30pm - 4pm
              Sadler Center, Commonwealth Auditorium
              Sexuality in the History of Empires - the 2018 Boswell Lecture
              Friday, October 19
              3pm
              Ewell Hall, Ewell Recital Hall

              Professor Merry Wiesner-Hanks of the University of Wisconsin?Milwaukee presents the 2018 Boswell Lecture.

                Sexuality in the History of Empires ? The 2018 Boswell Lecture
                Friday, October 19
                3pm
                Ewell Hall, Ewell Recital Hall

                Professor Merry Wiesner-Hanks of the University of Wisconsin?Milwaukee presents the 2018 Boswell Lecture.

                  Philosophy Department Open House
                  Friday, October 19
                  3pm - 4:30pm
                  James Blair Hall, Frank MacDonald Library, Room 127

                  Alums are invited to drop in for refreshments and conversation!

                  FMST/LCST Program Reception
                  Friday, October 19
                  3:30pm - 5pm
                  Boswell Hall (formerly Morton Hall), 140C

                  An informal reception for Program alums and current students, with toast to Profs. Kennedy and Zuber who retire at then of this year.

                    Reunion Parade Watches
                    Friday, October 19
                    4pm - 5:30pm
                    Various locations along Richmond Road

                    Don't miss this traditional Homecoming event. Gather with your classmates to watch the creativity presented by students, alumni and more!

                      Homecoming Parade
                      Friday, October 19
                      4:30pm - 5:30pm
                      Along Richmond Road

                      Don't miss this traditional Homecoming event. Participate in the fun or join your friends to watch the creativity presented by students, alumni and more!

                      Book signing by fiction writer Cass Morris '07
                      Friday, October 19
                      5pm - 7pm
                      Spirit Shop & Bookstore

                      Cass Morris has recently debuted her novel, From Unseen Fire, published through DAW Books, and she will be doing a signing at the B&N in Merchants Square from 5-7pm. Everyone is welcome to drop by.

                      Sunset Ceremony
                      Friday, October 19
                      6pm - 7pm
                      Wren Courtyard

                      In the courtyard of the Wren Building, we honor those alumni who passed away during the last year.

                        Diverse Alumni - Welcome to Homecoming Event
                        Friday, October 19
                        6pm - 9pm
                        Green Leafe Cafe & Pub, 765 Scotland St., Williamsburg, VA 23185

                        Come by and grab a beverage or two and meet friends as they arrive for the weekend. 

                          1958 60th Reunion Dinner 
                          Friday, October 19
                          6pm - 9:30pm
                          Windsor Meade Community Center, 3900 Windsor Hall Drive, Williamsburg, VA

                          Join the Class of 1958 to celebrate 60 years with food, fun, drink and friendship. Upon arrival ask directions at the gate.

                          InterVarsity Large Group
                          Friday, October 19
                          7pm - 8:30pm
                          1221

                           InterVarsity's Large Group will include worship, student testimonies, time to re-connect with alumni and hear from speaker, Marty Purks.

                            1963 55th Reunion Reception
                            Friday, October 19
                            7pm - 9pm
                            Home of Sue and Ray Warner, 107 Woodmere Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23185

                            The class of 1963 invites classmates to the join them at the home of Ray and Sue Warner for a reunion reception and socializing. This will be a chance to catch up with friends and hear what everyone has been up to since the 50th.

                            Virginia Uncorked
                            Friday, October 19
                            7pm - 11pm
                            Sunken Garden

                            Sample the best of Virginia beer, wine and spirits, as well as pay-as-you-go food trucks.

                            Trippin' On Brix Presents: New Bricks Who Dis?
                            Friday, October 19
                            7:30pm
                            Ewell Hall, Recital Hall

                            Come out to see a FREE improv and sketch comedy show. 

                            Homecoming Memorial Service for Rachel Quinones '13
                            Friday, October 19
                            8pm - 8:30pm
                            Catholic Campus Ministry Chapel, 10 Harrison Avenue, Williamsburg, VA 23185

                            Join us as we gather to celebrate the life of Rachel Quinones '13 at a Homecoming Memorial Service in her honor. All W&M classes welcome, all faiths welcome.

                            W&M Libraries Homecoming Author Breakfast: From the Page to the Screen
                            Saturday, October 20
                            8am - 10am
                            Swem Library, First Floor

                            This year we have snagged Alexandra Bracken, author of The Darkest Minds series, which is one of this summer?s blockbusters ? see the trailer here ? and Anne Marie Pace, author of the Vampirina Ballerina series, which is now a hit Disney Jr. TV show!

                            Yoga in the Sunken Garden [CANCELLED]
                            Saturday, October 20
                            8:30am - 9:30am
                            Sunken Garden

                            [CANCELLED] Start your Homecoming Saturday with an outdoor yoga session in the Sunken Garden. All are welcome to join this free class which will be led by a trained and certified Campus Recreation Yoga Instructor.

                            W&M Military & Veterans Breakfast - hosted by the Assoc. of 1775
                            Saturday, October 20
                            9am - 11am
                            Sunken Garden, Tent 2

                            Join us for a hearty breakfast for the whole family and learn what the Association of 1775 is planning for 2018-2019.

                            Hunt Hall 1979-80 Reunion
                            Saturday, October 20
                            9am - 11:30am
                            Hunt Hall, Outside

                            1979-80 Hunt residents, RAs and OAs will socialize with refreshments, outside of Hunt Hall. Current students are invited to participate if they wish.

                              Registration
                              Saturday, October 20
                              9am - 8pm
                              Sadler Center

                              If you have any questions or need help with registration, please call our Homecoming hotline at (757) 221-3106 or email advevents@wm.edu.

                                Breakfast & Business Cards
                                Saturday, October 20
                                9:30am - 11am
                                Sadler Center, Chesapeake

                                Enjoy a light breakfast and casual networking with fellow alumni. Current students are welcome. 

                                Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumni Brunch
                                Saturday, October 20
                                10am
                                Sorority Court, 111 Richmond Rd Williamsburg VA 23185

                                Please join the Gamma Kappa Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma for an Alumni brunch during homecoming weekend. 

                                  Alumni Band Organization (ABO) Annual Meeting & Pre-Game Gathering
                                  Saturday, October 20
                                  10am - 11:30am
                                  Sunken Garden, Tent 3

                                  Join us for our annual board meeting and luncheon. Members of the Pep Band, Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band will join us, so come meet and mingle with both current and future ABO members.

                                  Classical Studies Homecoming Brunch 
                                  Saturday, October 20
                                  10am - 12pm
                                  Boswell Hall (formerly Morton Hall), Room 340

                                  The Classical Studies Department is hosting a pre-game Brunch for our Alumni, Alumnae, Family and Friends of the department. 

                                  Computer Science Department Open House
                                  Saturday, October 20
                                  10am - 12pm
                                  McGlothlin-Street Hall, Room 126

                                  Alumni and friends are invited to an Open House in Room 126 of McGlothlin-Street Hall. Come by and enjoy light refreshments and conversations with faculty and friends.

                                  Department Open Houses
                                  Saturday, October 20
                                  10am - 12pm
                                  Various Locations

                                  Stop by your favorite department on campus to visit with faculty, students, colleagues and fellow alumni. 

                                    Gamma Phi Beta Alumnae Brunch
                                    Saturday, October 20
                                    10am - 12pm
                                    Gamma Phi Beta House, 131 Richmond Road

                                    Brunch with light breakfast fare for Gamma Phi Beta Alumnae and their families.

                                      Homecoming Brunch for Economics, Government, IR & Public Policy Alumni
                                      Saturday, October 20
                                      10am - 12pm
                                      Chancellors Hall (formerly Tyler Hall)

                                      A Homecoming brunch to celebrate Economic, Government, International Relations and Public Policy alumni.

                                      ISC Homecoming Open House 2018
                                      Saturday, October 20
                                      10am - 12pm
                                      Integrated Science Center (ISC), Atrium

                                      Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience and Psychological Sciences Open House

                                        Kinesiology & Health Sciences Department Open House
                                        Saturday, October 20
                                        10am - 12pm
                                        Adair Hall

                                        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.

                                        Linguistics Open House
                                        Saturday, October 20
                                        10am - 12pm
                                        Tucker Hall, Room 111

                                        Current students will give poster presentations of their research. We'll also hear from returning alumni on life after graduation.

                                          Modern Languages and Literatures Homecoming Brunch
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          10am - 12pm
                                          Lokal Cafe

                                          Join the Modern Languages and Literatures Department for brunch at Lokal Cafe.

                                          Theatre, Speech, and Dance Homecoming Brunch
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          10am - 12pm
                                          Lobby

                                          Brunch for Alumni, supporters, faculty, staff, and students. Catch up on all that's new and happening with the PBK Reno Project.

                                          W&M Music Dept. Homecoming 
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          10am - 12pm
                                          Ewell Hall, Lobby
                                          Stop by and enjoy coffee and bagels with the Music Faculty!
                                          Writing Resources Center Open House
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          10am - 12pm
                                          Swem Library, Writing Resources Center, First Floor

                                          Former and current consultants and friends of the Writing Resources Center are invited to a reunion open house at the WRC. Drop by for light refreshments and conversation with WRC Director Sharon Zuber as well as friends and former colleagues.

                                          Art & Art History Alumnae Exhibition: 100 Years of Women at W&M
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          10am - 4pm
                                          Andrews Hall, Atrium and Gallery

                                          Drop by Saturday, Oct 20 between 10am and 4pm to see the Art & Art History Alumnae Exhibition. 

                                          PhysicsFest
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          10am - 4pm
                                          Small Hall

                                          Join us for a fun day filled with hand-on activities for all ages, demo shows, presentations from students and professors, lab visits, giant ooblek pool, hovercraft and most delicious liquid nitrogen ice cream. 

                                          Coffee and Conversations with the Dean of Admission, Tim Wolfe
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          10:30am - 12pm
                                          Admission (Undergraduate)

                                          Learn more about William & Mary and the college application process, in a relaxed setting. Beverages and light refreshments will be provided.

                                          Presidential Welcome Event
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          10:30am - 12pm
                                          Sadler Center

                                          Join us for coffee and conversation with President Rowe.

                                          Panhellenic Toast
                                          Saturday, October 20
                                          11am - 11:30am
                                          Sorority Court

                                          The current collegiate members of the Panhellenic sororities on campus will sing the Panhellenic Toast to their alumnae returning for Homecoming.

                                            HWA Brunch
                                            Saturday, October 20
                                            11am - 12:30pm
                                            Sadler Center, Chesapeake C

                                            Join fellow black alumni for a Homecoming brunch and kick off your Saturday right!

                                            Spotswood Hall 79-80, Lodge Eight 82-83 & Dewey Beach House 84-85 Reunion Reception
                                            Saturday, October 20
                                            11am - 1pm
                                            Location not specified

                                            Alumni from Spotswood Hall 79-80, Lodge Eight 82-83 & Dewey Beach House 84-85 are invited to a reunion reception at the Corner Barkery.

                                            Baptist Collegiate Ministry Lunch
                                            Saturday, October 20
                                            11:30am - 1pm
                                            Baptist Collegiate Ministry House, 244 S. Boundary Street

                                            Enjoy fellowship and a Cheese Shop or Pierce's BBQ lunch with your BCM alumni friends. 

                                            ITPIR Homecoming BBQ 
                                            Saturday, October 20
                                            11:30am - 2:30pm
                                            Scotland 427

                                            Join us for the ITPIR Homecoming BBQ - friends, food, and research!

                                            Homecoming Tailgate
                                            Saturday, October 20
                                            12pm - 3pm
                                            Sunken Garden, Tent

                                            Before watching the Tribe take on Maine, join us for an afternoon of good food, music and more!

                                            Homecoming concert with Charles Esten and N'est Pas
                                            Saturday, October 20
                                            12pm - 3pm
                                            Sunken Garden, Tent 1

                                            Join N'est Pas in the Sunken Garden for an afternoon of music and fun. N?est Pas is a rock band formed around 1985 at William & Mary by several brothers in the Theta Delta Chi fraternity. 

                                              Wren Bell Ringing
                                              Saturday, October 20
                                              12pm - 3pm
                                              Wren Building

                                              Stop by the Wren and reminisce by ringing the bell once again.

                                                Raymond A. Mason School of Business Annual Homecoming Celebration
                                                Saturday, October 20
                                                12:30pm - 2:30pm
                                                Alan B. Miller Hall (Business School), Fields Courtyard

                                                Rediscover campus, reconnect with fellow classmates and celebrate your Tribe pride! 

                                                Reunion Class Pictures
                                                Saturday, October 20
                                                12:30pm - 2:30pm
                                                Sunken Garden


                                                  Transfer Homecoming BBQ
                                                  Saturday, October 20
                                                  1pm - 2:30pm
                                                  Sadler Center, Chesapeake C

                                                  Transfer students, current and alumni, are invited to an indoor BBQ lunch to meet and mingle before the Tribe takes on the UMaine Black Bears.

                                                    APO Homecoming Tailgate
                                                    Saturday, October 20
                                                    1pm - 3pm
                                                    Randolph Complex Grills

                                                    Open to all past and current members of APO! Join the brotherhood for a cookout and free tie-dye! All food and supplies are provided! Receive this year's Homecoming t-shirts too!

                                                    Admission Alumni Tailgate
                                                    Saturday, October 20
                                                    1pm - 3pm
                                                    Office of Undergraduate Admission - Session Room

                                                     Join the Undergraduate Admissions for appetizers and refreshments.

                                                      Children's Carnival
                                                      Saturday, October 20
                                                      1pm - 3pm
                                                      Sunken Garden

                                                      Enjoy this family-friendly carnival featuring a concert by alumni band N'est Pas, inflatables, face painting and more.

                                                         Campus Living (FYE/Orientation & Residence Life) Alumni & Friends Reception
                                                        Saturday, October 20
                                                        2:30pm - 4pm
                                                        Sadler Center, Chesapeake Room C

                                                        Residence Life and First Year Experience welcome their Student Staff Alumni, Family, and Friends back to campus with a Campus Living Homecoming Reception!

                                                        Monroe 3rd 20th Reunion
                                                        Saturday, October 20
                                                        3pm - 5pm
                                                        Monroe Hall, Monroe Hall yard

                                                        Come join your Freshman hall mates to reminisce and celebrate our year at the best dorm on campus! Bring the family, so they can have a little fun and we can convince the kids they belong at W&M!

                                                          Football Game: W&M vs. Maine
                                                          Saturday, October 20
                                                          3:30pm - 6:30pm
                                                          Zable Stadium at Cary Field

                                                          Tickets available at tribeathletics.com.

                                                          1983 Gathering at Virginia Beer Company
                                                          Saturday, October 20
                                                          5pm - 7pm
                                                          Virginia Beer Company (401 2nd St)

                                                          ?Party like it's 1983 with ?The Dimeslots? 35th Reunion performance Saturday at the Virginia Beer Company (401 2nd St).

                                                            Young Guarde Celebration: Classes of 2009-2018 & 2013 Reunion
                                                            Saturday, October 20
                                                            6:30pm - 9pm
                                                            Sunken Garden, Tent 1

                                                            Following the football game, enjoy appetizers and celebrate with friends and fun!

                                                            LGBTQ Alumni Reception
                                                            Saturday, October 20
                                                            7pm - 9pm
                                                            Sadler Center, Tidewater

                                                            Join us for our annual Homecoming reception. Light fare and your first drink is included in the registration fee. Hosted by GALA.

                                                            LatinX Alumni Reception
                                                            Saturday, October 20
                                                            7pm - 9pm
                                                            Tucker Hall, Foyer

                                                            Join us for our second annual Homecoming event. Light fare and your first drink is included in the registration fee.

                                                            InterVarsity's "Marty Party"
                                                            Saturday, October 20
                                                            7pm - 10pm
                                                            Williamsburg Community Chapel

                                                            All IV alumni invited to a celebration of Marty Purks for his 33 years of ministry at W&M. Go to http://www.wmintervarsity.com/martyparty/ for details and to RSVP.

                                                            Choral Alumnae/i Joint Rehearsal with W&M Choir
                                                            Saturday, October 20
                                                            7:10pm
                                                            Williamsburg United Methodist Church

                                                            All choral alumnae/i are welcome to join the W&M Choir to rehearse a joint number for the Homecoming Concert at 8 PM. Music provided.

                                                              Reunion Receptions
                                                              Saturday, October 20
                                                              7:30pm - 9:30pm
                                                              Sunken Garden, Class Year Tents

                                                              Return to the Sunken Garden Saturday evening to mingle with classmates and celebrate your reunion in your own class tent, which will be overflowing with food (heavy hors d'oeuvres and open bar of wine and beer), friends and fun!

                                                              William & Mary Choir Homecoming Concert
                                                              Saturday, October 20
                                                              8pm
                                                              Williamsburg United Methodist Church

                                                              Join the W&M Choir and alumni soloists Jim Shaffran '79 and Sara Black '09 to celebrate Homecoming with Britten's Rejoice in the Lamb and works by Chesnokov, Thompson, Dawson, Belfield and Gjeilo. 

                                                              AMP / Homecoming Comedian: Beth Stelling featuring Rae Sanni
                                                              Saturday, October 20
                                                              8pm - 10pm
                                                              Sadler Center, Chesapeake

                                                              Come out and see stand-up comedians Beth Stelling and Rae Sanni perform live at 8pm in Chesapeake! Tickets are free to students and $10 to the public!

                                                              Saturday Night Bash
                                                              Saturday, October 20
                                                              9pm - 11:30pm
                                                              Sunken Garden, Tent

                                                              Dance the night away to the sounds of 10 Spot ? a party band who makes fun and memorable moments at every event! Dancing not your style? There is plenty of space to mingle, enjoy late night snacks and beverages, and spend time with old friends!