Reves Orientation Schedule

Stop by one of six convenient locations to hydrate! Find stations located near Lodge 1, Botetourt, Green & Gold Village, Campus Center, ISC Chalkboard, and the Bryan Complex.  

Held in the Main Atrium of the Sadler Center, this is an opportunity for new students and families to visit with local business, non-profit groups, banks, and other service providers.

Choose your own adventure at one of Williamsburg's many dining locations or enjoy a convenient on-campus dining option for lunch by choosing from a selection of local (and mobile) food vendors on the Sadler Terrace! 

Please check emails for Teamworks message with steps to sign up for medical clearances. 

Having trouble connecting to wireless on your phone or your gaming console? W&M Information Technology is here to help! 

Move-In Day lunch options include: dining hall locations for students with their OA's, pay as you go Food Trucks on Sadler Terrace for students and families, or choose your own adventure at one of Williamsburg's many dining locations. 

Stop by to meet the Office of International Students, Scholars & Programs staff! We will be available to answer questions and provide resources.

Local banks will be on-site to help international students open bank accounts.

T-Mobile will be on-site to sell pre-paid SIM cards.

Lunch for new 1693 Scholars and their families.

International students and families are invited to stop by the Reves Center to meet Reves staff, enjoy light refreshments, and learn about available resources for international students at W&M.

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.

Home and Host W&M St Andrews Joint Degree Programme Students and their supporters are invited to join JDP administrative and support faculty and staff for dinner. 

Class of 2028 W&M Scholars and their supporters are invited to join the WMSURE faculty and staff for a shared meal. 

Learn and experience everything that is offered through Campus Rec.  Plan to wear sneakers/athletic shoes if you plan to participate in a Fitwell class or pick-up sports. :)

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.

Learn about on-campus life, opportunities for engagement, and your rights and responsibilities.

Take a moment and explore the various offices that support the undergraduate student experience, often going unnoticed or underutilized. 

New students will be officially be welcomed to the Tribe family by President Rowe, Vice President for Student Affairs Ambler and others.

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.

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

Join W&M faculty to discuss the academic expectations of the university. A faculty panel follows to discuss classroom dynamics & exciting possibilities for undergraduates with regard to research, scholarship and collaboration.

Learn the five principles of a "better argument" and hear from faculty, staff and administrators as they set in motion a framework for the year ahead.

Join your fellow first-year 1693 Scholars for dinner and a robust program discussion.

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.

Class of 2028 students commuting to campus should plan to attend this working dinner to become familiar with the rights and responsibilities of being a member of the W&M and greater Williamsburg communities. 

For Class of 2028 new/Home and Class of 2027 continuing/Host W&M St Andrews Joint Degree Programme students and their faculty.

William & Mary’s newest community members will be introduced to the sights and sounds of Colonial Williamsburg through a sampling of musical and staged performances, trade and livestock displays and encounters with a host of 18th-century residents.

First required residential community meeting in a series of three. Consult with your Resident Assistant or look for meeting location on your community's informational bulletin board.

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.

 Learn how the Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement in the Cohen Career Center can help you explore and pursue your career possibilities. 

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.

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

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! 

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.

We believe wellness is conscious, self-directed and evolving; holistic and multidimensional; positive and affirming; and inclusive. All dimensions of wellness need our attention for us to truly flourish.

Stop into the WMSURE program offices to say hello and become more familiar with your space in Blow Hall. 

Your faculty advising appointment is today's priority! Enjoy the opportunity to explore your academic prospects and prepare for tomorrow's registration period.

 W&M and the Commonwealth of Virginia require completion of a hazing prevention training PRIOR to joining (as a prospective member).

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.

All freshmen Monroe Scholars are invited to attend our program kick-off! 

Join us at the Daily Grind during New Student Orientation for a sweet treat and a chance to connect!

Stop by to meet the Office of International Students, Scholars & Programs staff! We will be available to answer questions and provide resources.

Local banks will be on-site to help international students open bank accounts.

T-Mobile will be on-site to sell pre-paid SIM cards.

Stop by the table to learn more about NIAHD's program in Material Culture and Public History. 

William & May values civic engagement and aligns with the University's Democracy initiative. Stop by the table to learn more about voter registration and poll locations around campus. 

Undergraduate Open House for business and business-interested students.

All freshmen Monroe Scholars are invited to attend our program kick-off! 

Having learned what career development resources are available to you, today's your chance to explore the Cohen Career Center in person!

 W&M and the Commonwealth of Virginia require completion of a hazing prevention training PRIOR to joining (as a prospective member).

Stop by Swem Library's Conservation Patio to hang out and learn about the research institutes housed in the Hive as you get ready for the next semester. 

The Dance Program welcomes dancers from all backgrounds and levels of ability. The Dance Placement Evaluation is held each Fall for students with previous dance training in any style who wish to enroll in a W&M technique course above Modern I.

 W&M and the Commonwealth of Virginia require completion of a hazing prevention training PRIOR to joining (as a prospective member).

 W&M and the Commonwealth of Virginia require completion of a hazing prevention training PRIOR to joining (as a prospective member).

Stop by the Reves Center to meet and connect with other new international students before the semester starts!

Come meet our Fraternity & Sorority chapters in in the Sunken Gardens, and learn about who we are and how you can join the community.

 W&M and the Commonwealth of Virginia require completion of a hazing prevention training PRIOR to joining (as a prospective member).

Students interested in pursuing law, medical, or other professional fields might find it useful to chat with the university's pre-professional program advisors to ensure your course selections help you work smarter, and not harder, towards your goals.

Students interested in pursuing law, medical, or other professional fields might find it useful to chat with the university's pre-professional program advisors to ensure your course selections help you work smarter, and not harder, towards your goals.

Students interested in pursuing law, medical, or other professional fields might find it useful to chat with the university's pre-professional program advisors to ensure your course selections help you work smarter, and not harder, towards your goals.

Students interested in pursuing law, medical, or other professional fields might find it useful to chat with the university's pre-professional program advisors to ensure your course selections help you work smarter, and not harder, towards your goals.

Students interested in pursuing law, medical, or other professional fields might find it useful to chat with the university's pre-professional program advisors to ensure your course selections help you work smarter, and not harder, towards your goals.

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.

The Student Organizations and Activities Fair is a great opportunity for you to begin to explore the myriad of opportunities to get involved at William & Mary.

Second required residential community meeting in a series of three. Consult with your Resident Assistant or look for meeting location on your community's informational bulletin board.

Join our OAs as they take you on an orientation specific campus tour that touches on some key areas you can utilize during your time here at W&M.

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.

Your OA will be available to assist you with this process. During this time block, incoming students will have two separate opportunities to make adjustments to their course schedule.

William & Mary students are diverse in talents, interests, backgrounds, and identities. 

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.

All students can be successful at William & Mary. The SOS fair will provide you with information about the support structures in place, the opportunities around you, and the services that can guide and help you during your time at William & Mary.

All interested students are welcome to attend and join us. 

Students may register for up to 18 credits. Registration Add/Drop continues through Monday, September 9 at 11:59 p.m.

The Dance Program welcomes dancers from all backgrounds and levels of ability. The Dance Placement Evaluation is held each Fall for students with previous dance training in any style who wish to enroll in a W&M technique course above Modern I.

A time to consult with Undergraduate Academic Affairs if you have not yet achieved a full-time course schedule of at least 12 credits.

Join us to meet faculty and staff, new students, and catch up with familiar faces! We welcome any questions about our upcoming season, changes to the format of classes, and how you can get involved!

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.