Arts & Sciences Events

Degree conferral date for undergraduates, Grad A&S, VIMS, Grad Ed, Grad Business, and the LLM program. No ceremony is held.

Orientation occurs immediately prior to the fall semester to introduce all new students to the many aspects of William & Mary including student life, academic policies, and the honor code. 

ALL new/incoming Arts & Sciences graduate students are required to attend the New Student Orientation.

Add/Drop period begins. Juniors and Seniors may elect to take a course Pass/Fail or Audit.

First Day of Classes for W&M Geology

We'll kick off the beginning of the semester by introducing faculty,staff, and students; announcing changes in geology courses; summarizing upcoming events; and introducing students to geology advising, careers, and much much more. 

Offices are closed and classes are in session unless otherwise specified by your program or instructor.