Spring Orientation Schedule

The choices we make at William & Mary can define and influence us as individuals, as members in our small groups and teams, and as participants in the greater Tribe community.

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.

Each new student must meet with their advisor via Zoom to review and plan a schedule for spring semester. Your meeting time will have been arranged during Saturday’s academic planning session.

Learn more about how Auxiliary Services works with products and services across the university to make your campus experience the best it can be!   

Understanding the community you are joining is a key to success. Join members of the Student Success staff and the Honor & Conduct Councils to learn more about how to successfully thrive in your new community. 

Building community is everyone’s responsibility, and can often require the help of others.

All degree-seeking Class of 2025 students will be introduced to two campus resources that support a successful spring semester transition: the Office of Undergraduate Academic Affairs and the Cohen Career Center.

Each new student must meet with their advisor via Zoom to review and plan a schedule for spring semester. Your meeting time will have been arranged during Saturday’s academic planning session.

All degree-seeking Class of 2024 and Class of 2023 students will be introduced to two campus resources that support a successful spring semester transition: the Office of Undergraduate Academic Affairs and the Cohen Career Center.

William & Mary students are diverse in talents, interests, backgrounds, and identities. Explore the rewards, obligations, and tensions associated with your commitment to our community.

W&M focuses on promoting health and wellness for all students. Join us to discuss how we strive to accomplish this mission.

Incoming international students are encouraged to stop by to meet members of the Reves Center staff and get answers to top-of-mind questions.

All meals are provided to new students for the duration of orientation using the wristband issued during the check-in process.

Students who have not yet connected with their Pre-Major Faculty Advisors or have additional questions about their course registration/planning process can use this time to connect with a professional Academic Advisor.

An introduction to William & Mary and a kick off to the (in-person) Spring Orientation programs!

Being to explore your new W&M community and meet Residence Life staff to become familiar with residence hall opportunities and policies.

Meals during orientation are provided for all new spring semester students.  

This course registration timeframe has been reserved for new spring semester students only.

Come see where most of W&M's studying gets done!

Open to all new F-1 and J-1 international students. Meet staff from International Student, Scholars, and Programs (ISSP) and get important information about immigration and campus resources for your studies in the U.S.

Engage in fun & games and arts & crafts while getting to know other William & Mary students. Use this time to get to know others -- or spend it focusing on your own well-being.

Non-Traditional Aged and Military Veteran new students are highly encouraged to join current students for a frank conversation about overcoming first-semester hurdles and how the student veterans group can support you through your university experience.

All meals are provided to new students for the duration of orientation using the wristband issued during the check-in process.

Students may register for up to 18 credits. Registration Add/Drop continues through Friday, February 4 at 11:59 p.m.

Engage in fun & games and arts & crafts while getting to know other William & Mary students. Use this time to get to know others -- or spend it focusing on your own well-being.

Come see where most of W&M's studying gets done!

Students who have not registered for at least 12 credits can meet with an Academic Advisor via Zoom to discuss wrapping up their schedule.

Meals during orientation are provided for all new spring semester students.  

Chat with Mark Sikes, Interim Dean of Students, about how the college journey can be an exciting and challenging time for students and families. Find out more about the supports and opportunities available.

The Office of Student Leadership Development (SLD) is pleased to offer the Mid-Year Student Organizations & Activities Fair. SLD works to help students engage, elevate, and explore opportunities for leadership and involvement on campus. Check it out!

First day of classes

NDS registration begins

Commemorate the First Day of Class! Get your first day of class photo sponsored by STEP and Parent & Family Programs! Your friends and family will thank you!

Rain or shine! Meet in front of Lululemon in Merchants Square, Colonial Williamsburg for a ghost tour of campus. Use this time to get to know other W&M students -- or spend it focusing on your own well-being.

Come to this in-person event to meet campus employers, explore opportunities, and learn how to apply! Hourly and Federal Work-Study positions available. Open to all current undergraduate and graduate students.

The Office of Student Leadership Development (SLD) is pleased to offer the Mid-Year Student Organizations & Activities Fair. SLD works to help students engage, elevate, and explore opportunities for leadership and involvement on campus. Check it out!