Willis Orientation Schedule

Visit the Office of Financial Aid to ask questions about affording W&M.

Visit the University Registrar to drop-off late transcripts or inquire about enrollment verification.

The US Post Office located on-campus will be open for students to check mail and receive packages.

International Students can stop by the Student Health Center to receive assistance completing William & Mary's required Health Evaluation Form. No appointment necessary!  

International Students are welcome and encouraged to stop by the Sadler Center to meet International Students, Scholars & Programs (ISSP) Staff! ISSP will be available to answer questions and provide resources. 

International Students are welcome and encouraged to stop by the Sadler Center to purchase pre-paid SIM cards for T-Mobile phones. T-Mobile representatives will be on site for support and questions. 

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

Join us on the Sunken Garden for a "walk-up" movie! Popcorn will be provided, just bring your own blanket or towel to sit on. 

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

Visit the Office of Financial Aid to ask questions about affording W&M.

Visit the University Registrar to drop-off late transcripts or inquire about enrollment verification.

The US Post Office located on-campus will be open for students to check mail and receive packages.

Community connections will take place throughout the morning on the Sunken Garden & Crim Dell Meadow!

This is an opportunity for new international students & families to enjoy light refreshments at the Reves Center, meet International Students, Scholars & Programs (ISSP) staff, and learn about available resources for international students at W&M.

Representatives from Parking and Transportation, W&M Dining, W&M Bookstore, Copy Center, and McCormick-Nagelsen Tennis Center are available to provide information and answer questions. 

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

International Students are welcome and encouraged to stop by the Sadler Center to meet International Students, Scholars & Programs (ISSP) Staff! ISSP will be available to answer questions and provide resources. 

International Students are welcome and encouraged to stop by the Sadler Center while local banks are on-site to help student open bank accounts. 

International Students are welcome and encouraged to stop by the Sadler Center to purchase pre-paid SIM cards for T-Mobile phones. T-Mobile representatives will be on site for support and questions. 

A kickoff lunch for 1693 Scholars and their families.

Class of 2026 new students who have received an exemption to reside off-campus should plan to check-in for New Student Orientation at the Sadler Center, Commonwealth Auditorium.

Your Orientation Aides (OAs) will gather your hall community to kick-off the start of New Student Orientation.

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

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

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.

Eric Mina dares his audiences to dream about a world of unlimited possibilities. He combines comedy, inspiration, and non-stop fun to create a once in a lifetime experience every time!

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

Visit the Tribe Card Services Office for any needs surrounding your Tribe Card. New students who did not receive their Tribe Card during Residence Life or Orientation Check In should plan to visit the Tribe Card Services Office during open hours. 

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.

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

Join the Dean of Students Office as they present an outline of our community values and the resources available to students that support your success, in and outside of the academic classroom.

Being a college student requires an open mind and a willingness to respect conflict and its place within the university experience.

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.

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

Get free food, play a few games, and make new friends while rocking out with our house DJ and a student band.

Visit the Tribe Card Services Office for any needs surrounding your Tribe Card. New students who did not receive their Tribe Card during Residence Life or Orientation Check In should plan to visit the Tribe Card Services Office during open hours. 

For any student who identifies as military/veteran!

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

Join members of the W&M Honor and Conduct Councils to learn about our community standards and then members of the Student Assembly to affirm our community values.

Alongside the Center for Student Diversity, explore the rewards, obligations, and tensions associated with the diverse talents, interests, and identities in our community.

Your OAs will share resources and services that allow you to explore your own identity within the W&M community.

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.

A very special Wren Tradition! Activities include updates from W&M Tribe Athletics, cheers by your Orientation Staff, and then we all take to Carey Field at Zable Stadium.

 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.

The US Post Office located on-campus will be open for students to check mail and receive packages.

International Students can stop by the Student Health Center to receive assistance completing William & Mary's required Health Evaluation Form. No appointment necessary!  

For students who have taken Chinese in high school or at another college or university, William & Mary's Chinese program offers placement advising sessions .. 

For students who have taken Chinese in high school or at another college or university, William & Mary's Chinese program offers placement advising sessions .. 

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.

Stop by the Reves Center to meet International Peer Leaders and connect with other international students!

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

Meet other new students, CSD staff, and over 40 different diversity student organizations to learn about resources and opportunities.

A great opportunity for you to explore opportunities to get involved. Monday night you can meet:

• Civic Engagement and Community Service organizations
• Common Interest organizations
• Media and Publications organizations
• Club Sports organizations

Swem Library is more than meets the eye! Today's tour with your trained OA Tour Guide will introduce you to the multitude of services found within this campus hub.

The US Post Office located on-campus will be open for students to check mail and receive packages.

All new international students in F-1 and J-1 statuses who will be attending W&M for the first time in Fall 2022, are required to complete International Student Orientation and immigration check-in requirements.

Join us for an open house to learn about the resources that the Wellness Center has to offer!

Learn about campus policy, resources, and risk reduction with upper-class students focusing on alcohol, decision-making, and issues of sexual misconduct.

Nourishment for body and soul! Come for a baked potato bar and a time to explore your sense of soul and spirit and connection. All are welcome!

Add/Drop period begins for all undergraduate students. After Monday, September 12 at 11:59 p.m. you will be unable to add or drop courses from your schedule.

Come meet our Fraternity & Sorority chapters! Learn about who we are and how you can join the community.

Third 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.

A great opportunity for you to explore opportunities to get involved. Tuesday night you can meet:

• Academic and Professional organizations
• Culture and Identity organizations
• Performance and Arts organizations
• Spirituality, Faith & Religion organizations
  

First day of classes. 

Non-Degree Seeking registration begins

We look forward to this opportunity for the W&M community to come together to welcome all new students!