Virginia Shakespeare Festival: Antony & Cleopatra
Saturday, August 1
7:30pm
Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) Memorial Hall
The sequel to last season's production Julius Caesar. The empire proves not large enough for the egos of Octavius Caesar, Lepidus and Marc Antony and is about to be torn apart. Surprising mood twists in a tragedy that includes huge elements of humor.
    Virginia Shakespeare Festival: Antony & Cleopatra
    Sunday, August 2
    2pm
    Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) Memorial Hall
    The sequel to last season's production Julius Caesar. The empire proves not large enough for the egos of Octavius Caesar, Lepidus and Marc Antony and is about to be torn apart. Surprising mood twists in a tragedy that includes huge elements of humor.
      New Faculty Orientation
      Friday, August 7
      8:15am - 10am
      Sadler Center, Tidewater A and B
      An orientation session for new full-time instructional faculty and professionals. During this session, benefits such as health insurance and life insurance will be discussed.
        Wilford Kale Signing Hark Upon the Gale
        Friday, August 7
        2pm - 6pm
        Spirit Shop & Bookstore
        Recently revised and fully updated, Hark Upon the Gale remains one of the most popular and complete histories of the College of William & Mary.
          Archaeology at Menokin Lecture and Reception
          Friday, August 7
          5pm - 7pm
          Swem Library, Botetourt Theatre
          Learn about the archaeology at Menokin, the historic home of Declaration of Independence signer Francis Lightfoot Lee. A lecture and reception will be held at Swem Library. Speakers: Dr. David Brown '96, Ph.D. '14 and Thane Harpole '96.
            Starbucks Military Mondays: For the Love of Country Community Conversation
            Monday, August 17
            1pm - 5pm
            Location not specified
            Aid & Attendance, Pension, and Estate Issues for Veterans
              Parent & Family Orientation
              Friday, August 21 - Saturday, August 22
              8am - 2pm
              Across Campus
              Welcome to the Tribe!
                Resources Fair
                Saturday, August 22
                9am - 11:30am
                School of Education
                Forum for family members showcasing the variety of resources available to students
                  Late Night at the Rec
                  Saturday, August 22
                  8pm - 11pm
                  The Bee McLeod Recreation Center
                  For incoming freshmen, transfer and exchange students -- hang out with your friends at the Student Rec Center! You can swim, play basketball or soccer, jump on inflatables, enjoy live music, and eat free pizza and ice cream.
                    Veterans Welcome Brunch
                    Sunday, August 23
                    10:30am - 12:30pm
                    Alumni House, Leadership Room
                    Do you love America? If so, please join the Student Veterans of W&M, local veterans service organizations, College leaders, and distinguished members of the community in welcoming the Tribe's newest student veterans!
                      Meet the Greens
                      Sunday, August 23
                      4:30pm - 6:30pm
                      Crim Dell Meadow
                      Join the Office of Sustainability during First Year Experience and check out what W&M does for sustainability and ways you can get involved! Clubs, campus programs and local organization will be present.
                        Meet the Greeks
                        Monday, August 24
                        4:30pm - 6:30pm
                        Sunken Garden
                        Come out to the Sunken Garden to learn more about Greek Life at William & Mary and how YOU can join this Fall!
                          SAdler sAMPler
                          Monday, August 24
                          9pm - 11:30pm
                          Sadler Center
                          Come experience what Alma Mater Productions (AMP) and the Student Assembly (SA) have to offer during a night of entertainment in the Sadler Center!
                            Student Organization & Activity Fair
                            Tuesday, August 25
                            7pm - 9pm
                            Kaplan Arena
                            The Office of Student Leadership Development is excited to host the annual Student Organization & Activity Fair.
                              Opening Convocation
                              Wednesday, August 26
                              5:15pm
                              Wren Yard
                              An opportunity for the College community to come together to welcome all new students.
                                Fall A Cappella Showcase
                                Wednesday, August 26
                                8pm - 11pm
                                Martha Wren Briggs Amphitheatre at Lake Matoaka
                                Come see all 11 student a cappella groups perform in the annual Fall Showcase! You'll also hear all you need to know about the audition process and have a chance to meet group members after the event.
                                  Geology Department Meeting
                                  Friday, August 28
                                  12pm
                                  McGlothlin-Street Hall, Room 219
                                  Open to all those interested in the department. Introduction of professors and majors, dates of department field trips and more!
                                    [AMP] Screen on the Green: Pitch Perfect 2 and Mad Max: Fury Road
                                    Friday, August 28
                                    8pm - 11:55pm
                                    Sunken Garden
                                    Come to the Sunken Garden for an open-air screening of two summer hits, "Pitch Perfect 2" followed by "Mad Max: Fury Road." This is a FREE EVENT and there will be popcorn and other free food! Bring blankets!
                                      Bike to Panera with the Bike Initiative!
                                      Saturday, August 29
                                      11am - 1pm
                                      Sadler Center, Terrace
                                      Did you know you can get around Williamsburg solely by bike? Ride to New Town & Monticello Marketplace (with a stop at Panera!) with the Bike Initiative, W&M's Bike Advocacy Group! The pace will be slow and the distance short. Meet on the Terrace at 11.
                                        Sandbox Improv's Welcome (Back) Show!
                                        Saturday, August 29
                                        7pm - 8pm
                                        Ewell Hall, Ewell Recital Hall
                                        Come watch an hour of completely improvised Long-Form Comedy to kick off your beginning of the year festivities! Come join Sandbox in Ewell Recital Hall at 7pm on Saturday Aug. 29th for free fun before the Jukebox the Ghost Concert!
                                          [AMP] Welcome Back Concert feat. Jukebox the Ghost with special guest Junior Prom
                                          Saturday, August 29
                                          8pm - 11pm
                                          Martha Wren Briggs Amphitheatre at Lake Matoaka
                                          Join in on the back to school fun as AMP welcomes Jukebox the Ghost with special guest Junior Prom, to William & Mary!
                                            W&M Ballroom: 1st Free Beginner Ballroom Lessons
                                            Sunday, August 30
                                            12pm - 2pm
                                            Sadler Center, Chesapeake A
                                            No experience necessary ballroom lessons taught by W&M Ballroom Club.
                                              Fall Fitwell Kick-Off
                                              Monday, August 31
                                              4pm - 7pm
                                              The Bee McLeod Recreation Center
                                              Free fitness classes, giveaways, and information on fitness & wellness opportunities at Campus Recreation
                                                Interfraternity Council Recruitment Open House
                                                Monday, August 31
                                                5pm - 7pm
                                                Sadler Center, Commonwealth
                                                Learn more about how to join one of our fraternities here at William & Mary.