POSTPONED: Due to Inclement weather, the artist talk and reception will take place on Friday (2/21) from 4-7pm.  The Lecture will begin at 5pm at the Muscarelle Museum of Art conference hall next door.

Deadline for custom Doctoral Robe rental orders is Sunday, March 30th, 2025!

Join Chicago-area alumni and friends to cheer on the Chicago Blackhawks as they take on the Utah Hockey Club. All are invited to attend this event, but tickets are extremely limited, so register now! Tickets are $30 per person. 

Join our assembly volunteers as we gather in the Swem Library Lobby to kick off our first SPRING Food Drive! 

Iman Zaki, cultural manager, researcher, consultant, and theater maker, is the third artist of the Spring 2025 Scholarly Perspectives Series on Arts & Democracy. 

Join Phil Hanley for a night of unpredictable humor and crowd-pleasing wit as he brings his unique blend of storytelling and comedy to Williamsburg, promising an unforgettable evening of laughter and entertainment!

Join in conversation about the lived experiences of mental health and ways we can engage with empathy and action with those directly connected to mental health and related systems. Dinner provided.

Join us on Wednesday, April 2, for One Tribe One Day! With your support, we can make this year unforgettable.

Start your morning with connection, tradition and impact! Stop by the W&M Washington Center on your way to work on Wednesday, April 2, from 8:30–10 a.m. as we gather to celebrate One Tribe One Day.

One Tribe One Day, the university's day of giving is Wednesday, April 2. Mark your calendar and join us to celebrate with free Ben & Jerry's ice cream, live music and adorable therapy dogs on the Swem Patio from 12:30-3:30pm!

We’re thrilled to invite you to a special One Tribe One Day event! Bring friends, drop in, or stay a while where every sip, bite, and throw contributes to empowering veterans, military spouses, and their families at W&M. 

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Eastwood Farm & Winery for an evening of connection and giving back. 

Kick off One Tribe One Day with conversation, connection and celebration! Join the William & Mary community Wednesday, April 2, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at XSELL for an evening that blends thought-provoking discussion with Tribe tradition.

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Skål Beer Hall for an evening of connection and giving back. 

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 6-8 p.m. at Fado Irish Pub in Buckhead for an evening of connection and giving back.

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 6-8 p.m. at Town Brewing Co., an alumni-owned business, for an evening of connection and giving back. 

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 6-8 p.m. at Edgewater Beer Garden for an evening of connection and giving back. 

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 6-9pm at Punch Bowl Social in Arlington for an evening of connection and giving back. 

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 6-8 p.m. at Saint Arnold Brewing Company for an evening of connection and giving back. 

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 6-8 p.m. at Crooked Can Brewing Co. for an evening of connection and giving back. 

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 6-8 p.m. at Calusa Brewing for an evening of connection and giving back.

Celebrate 12 years of One Tribe One Day with the William & Mary community! Join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Nakameguro Taproom for an evening of connection and giving back. 

An Evening of Dance is an annual concert in which students explore and develop original choreography performed by their peers in the Orchesis Modern Dance Company, under the mentorship of the Dance faculty.

The Department of Art & Art History presents the Non-Majors show

Join the Women's Network for our annual reception in Hunter Hall, Alumni House, on April 3 from 4-6 pm. This event is generously sponsored by the Society of 1918.

We are excited to invite alum Scott Nuzum ‘05, Principal at Veridion Advisors, back to the Entrepreneurship Hub for this Topic Talk! View their LinkedIn here! 

Get ready to dress to impress for your interview, internship, new job, or just to add new pieces to your closet just because. Save up to 50% off career wear for that day only!

JCPenney,  Newport News, Sunday, April 6, 3 - 6 p.m.

Join the Lemon Project as we continue to explore the theme, "Undefeated: Black Resilience through Resistance, Creativity, and Cooperation," with a virtual Lemon's Legacies Porch Talk, "Virginia Rosenwald Schools - A Story of Resistance and Resilience."

Hayes Writers Series -Sara Daniele Rivera

Join us for a reception for the 2025 ARII winners!

Guatemalan photographer Daniel Hernández Salazar will be the keynote and final speaker of the Spring 2025 Scholarly Perspectives Series on Arts & Democracy. 

Join the local William & Mary community for our monthly Tribe Thursday at Kephi Greek Kitchen! The event is free to attend. Appetizers will be provided, and drinks will be pay-as-you-go. Registration is not required.

Join us for an exciting discussion about two new books chronicling local Black history!

Find your name printed on each of the four identical W&M banners, located inside and outside of Kaplan Arena, in the Sunken Garden and inside Sadler Center. We sprinkled in some hidden gems. Can you spot them?

VIMS is excited to once again join the Virginia Osprey Foundation for the 7th Annual Virginia Osprey Festival in beautiful waterfront Colonial Beach, Virginia. This FREE festival includes presentations, live bird encounters, nest tours, and more!

W&M is reshaping the future with its new School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics, bringing together applied science, computer science, data science and physics to prepare students for our data-driven world. Attend this exclusive Q&A.

Does the small state advantage in representation and widespread use of tactics to derail bills make the U.S. Senate inherently undemocratic? Uncover the truth by looking at actual legislation, roll calls and other “real world” indicators.

Esports requires critical thinking and creativity, skills most companies and industries are seeking in our changing world. This could be your opportunity to take on some of our Division I varsity players for a chance to win W&M Esports swag. GAME ON!

Lauren Garrett, director of Student Transition Engagement Programs (STEP), and a team of student leaders will walk you through your new student checklist and prepare you for New Student Orientation.

Science at W&M is all about hands-on discovery with real-world applications. Meet our expert faculty, hear about our state-of-the-art lab facilities and see how W&M students are tackling challenges in healthcare, research and more.

Are you interested in business? This session will cover the important topic of opportunity discovery and will dispel the common myth that entrepreneurship is all about the idea. We’ll learn the important skill of falling in love with the problem instead. 

Grab a bagged lunch, plus ice cream, and check out the many diverse student clubs and organizations on campus. Watch a student performance, meet others with similar interests, ask questions at a casual department chat and more.

Dean and Director Derek Aday and faculty members will share insights into the Batten School & VIMS’ curriculum, the science behind discoveries, the future of coastal and marine sciences and its impact on communities and industries across the globe.

Fondly referred to as W&M’s Campus in the City, the Washington Center serves as home base for a variety of programs throughout the year that take advantage of Washington, D.C.’s breadth of resources. Many experiential learning opportunities are available. 

Explore opportunities to work alongside faculty, policymakers and experts. From data-driven policy and international relations to national security research, discover how W&M students are shaping the world through hands-on international research.

From mindfulness workshops and yoga to art therapy and resilience training, the center maintains a full spectrum of facilities and programs, including the Counseling Center, Student Health Center and the Center for Mindfulness & Authentic Excellence.

What makes us a top business school in the nation? Is it because of our job placement rate (96%)? Is it because we prepare you to excel in finance, marketing, consulting and accounting? This is your opportunity to find out.

Brand-new and renovated residence halls are opening this fall, offering first-year students modern, vibrant living spaces. Learn about residence life, expanded dining options and the latest campus resources, all designed to enhance student life at W&M.

W&M is home to America’s first fraternity, Phi Beta Kappa, which was founded in 1776. Learn how our 30+ fraternities and sororities play a vital role on campus, in the community and beyond.

What’s life really like at W&M? Get firsthand insights from those who know it best — current parents, students and key university leaders. W&M staff offer valuable advice and answer your top questions about the W&M experience.

What makes us a top business school in the nation? Is it because of our job placement rate (96%)? Is it because we prepare you to excel in finance, marketing, consulting and accounting? This is your opportunity to find out.

Brand-new and renovated residence halls are opening this fall, offering first-year students modern, vibrant living spaces. Learn about residence life, expanded dining options and the latest campus resources, all designed to enhance student life at W&M.

W&M is home to America’s first fraternity, Phi Beta Kappa, which was founded in 1776. Learn how our 30+ fraternities and sororities play a vital role on campus, in the community and beyond.

What’s life really like at W&M? Get firsthand insights from those who know it best — current parents, students and key university leaders. W&M staff offer valuable advice and answer your top questions about the W&M experience.

11:59 P.M. on Sunday, April 13th, 2025 is the deadline for all Bachelor/Masters Online Orders! 

Join us for the Ecosystem Excursion: NASA Langley & Jefferson Lab, a two-day immersive experience exploring cutting-edge research, tech transfer, and entrepreneurial innovation. Engage with NASA & Jefferson Lab IP, develop solutions, and pitch ideas!

Join us on April 16 from 4:00-5:30PM on the front patio of the Swem Library for a faculty/staff event. Enjoy snacks, drinks, and great conversation! Open to faculty & staff. 

Join the Lemon Project as we welcome author and W&M alumna Dr. Ravynn Stringfield back to campus for a Lemon's Legacies Porch Talk. Ravynn will read selections from her work. She will sign books, and books will be available for purchase.

Scholarship on Display is a rotating exhibit series located in Swem Library's lobby. This installment features publications and research from faculty members in the Classical Studies department. Light refreshments will be provided. Open to all!

We are excited to invite alum Mike Zung ‘91, Founder of Bloomist, back to the Entrepreneurship Hub for this Topic Talk! View their LinkedIn here! 

Twentieth-century Mexican artist Frida Kahlo continues to fascinate us with her arresting gaze, signature fashion, and trailblazing legacy. 

Step into the Roaring ’20s at MBAA’s Gatsby Gala! ✨ Get ready for an evening of elegance, music, and dancing as we transform the night into a glamorous celebration of the Jazz Age.

Join us for a timely and in-depth discussion on the early trajectory of President Trump’s foreign policy in his second term. Our expert panel will analyze key developments, strategic shifts, and global implications.

Join  the Institute for Integrative Conservation, the Muscarelle Museum of Art, and Vital Impacts for a celebration of the W&M Year of the Environment as we welcome underwater photographer, whale whisperer, and National Geographic fellow Brian Skerry.

How are cities made? Block by block, brick by brick.

Please join us on Thursday, April 24 at 4:30 p.m. to relive the rock and roll days of William & Mary Hall with Rich Walker, former photographer for the student newspaper, The Flat Hat. 

Join us on April 26 at the Roslyn Retreat Center for an afternoon of fun with the W&M community in Richmond. We’ll play lawn games including cornhole, volleyball, bocce, horseshoes and more. 

Coffee, pastries, fruit and yogurt will be provided while members of the 50th reunion class dress in caps and gowns.

Members of the 50th reunion class will process into the Wren Yard for a special ceremony and presentation of the Olde Guard Medallions. Following the ceremony, the Olde Guarde will welcome the class  during a celebration luncheon. 

Members of the 50th reunion class will process into the Wren Yard for a special ceremony and presentation of the Olde Guard Medallions. Following the ceremony, the Olde Guarde will welcome the class during a celebration luncheon. 

Join us for our 14th Wine & Run for the Roses wine auction on Derby Day, Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 3 to 7 PM at the Williamsburg Lodge! 

W&M 2025 Teaching & Learning Symposium

Come join W&M alumni, parents, family and friends for the VA Opera and Richmond Symphony's World Premiere of the opera Loving v. Virginia.

Senior Class Dance - 2025!

Annual Induction Ceremony for students joining the Phi Beta Kappa Society. 

Frothy Moon Brewhouse will be our host as three Batten School & VIMS graduate students give 5-minute fast-talks and present posters on the important research they are conducting. This event is free, open to the public, and registration is not required!

Honoring Asian, Pacific Islander, and Middle Eastern heritage, Khatalampay celebrates the accomplishments and the cultural richness they bring to our community.

Graduating students participate in this tradition by standing together as a graduating class in the Wren Yard. Guests are welcome to attend, but will be directed to a guest viewing area behind the students. Please note there is no seating for this event.

Lavender, once a symbol of stigma, has been reclaimed as a mark of pride within the LGBTQ+ community. This celebration recognizes their achievements and the strength of their journeys.

Join the Lemon Project and the Hulon Willis Association for the 2025 Donning of the Kente! Registration is open for graduates to take part in this rites of passage ceremony in May 2025. 

William & Mary 2025 Commencement Weekend Event

This interfaith gathering honors the deepening of faith and spiritual journeys during their time at William & Mary, bringing together diverse traditions in a shared moment of gratitude and reflection.

This ceremony is for all graduating students who registered to attend and their guests ONLY. Students will have the opportunity to participate in the traditional Walk Across Campus (from the Wren Building, across the Crim Dell Bridge, to Zable Stadium). 

This ceremony is for all graduating students who registered to attend ONLY. Students will complete the traditional Walk Across Campus, from the Wren Building, across the Crim Dell Bridge, to Zable Stadium. 

2025 Department of History Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 School of Law Graduation Ceremony & Reception

Computational & Applied Mathematics & Statistics (C.A.M.S.) Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Anthropology Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Art & Art History Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Data Science Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Department of Classical Studies Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Department of Computer Science Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Economics Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Linguistics Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Mathematics Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Africana Studies Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception 

2025 Global Studies Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Physics Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 School of Education Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Department of Psychological Sciences Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Department of Theatre & Performance Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Film & Media Studies Program Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Geology Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Music Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Public Policy Program Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Religious Studies Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Sociology Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Mason School of Business Graduate Programs Open House

2025 Gender, Sexuality, & Women’s Studies Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Mason School of Business Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Chemistry Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Department of Government Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Department of Modern Languages & Literatures Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 English Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Philosophy Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Environment & Sustainability Program Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Department of Kinesiology Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 Biology Department Graduation Ceremony & Reception

2025 International Relations Program Graduation Ceremony & Reception

VIMS' annual open house is a free, fun-filled event for the whole family! Join us for marine science exhibits, child-friendly crafts and activities, hands-on experience with animals, lab and facility tours, and more! Event proceeds rain or shine.

VIMS is excited to join the 49th annual Norfolk Harborfest from June 6-8, 2025! Harborfest is America’s largest, longest-running, free maritime festival; including performances, live music, food, tall ship parades, fireworks, family activities, and more!

We’re excited to welcome you back on campus! Once you arrive, be sure to check in at the Alumni House to get your name tag, pick up weekend materials and see other attendees.

Begin Mosaic Weekend by connecting with old friends and new faces over cocktails and light refreshments.

Dress is business casual. 

Enjoy a delightful dinner while listening to an inspiring keynote address by Tony Award-winning actress Anika Noni Rose, best known for her voicing of Tiana in Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog.”

Dress is business casual. 

After dinner, head over to Precarious Beer Project to continue the connections. This vibrant gathering will offer the perfect chance to find your people, share memorable experiences and strengthen bonds within the W&M community. 

Start your day with a refreshing morning yoga session! Join fellow attendees for a rejuvenating practice that will help you relax, recharge and connect with your inner peace.

Enjoy your morning coffee and some tasty pastries at our networking session. Sponsored by W&M One Network, this event is designed to connect attendees and spark engaging conversations about professional growth.

Join this engaging panel discussion to explore the power of connection, mentorship and advocacy in shaping meaningful alumni-student relationships.

Mosaic Stole Ceremonies recognize the importance of culture, heritage and community in helping us overcome challenges and achieve our aspirations.

Mosaic Talks are 45-minute sessions that explore William & Mary’s growth and dedication to belonging, as told through the voices of its community members.

This event celebrates the LGBTQ+ identities that make up our vibrant community and the importance of finding solidarity and support to overcome challenges and achieve aspirations.

Spend lunch with us at a fun block party featuring a variety of food trucks offering assorted cuisines!

In 2020, students from the Asian American Student Initiative, in collaboration with the Center for Student Diversity and the Asian & Pacific Islander American Studies program, established a new tradition — the Khatalampay Ceremony. 

In 2012, W&M graduating seniors adopted a new tradition — the Donning of the Kente Ceremony. This event recognizes the importance of Black and African heritage, culture and community in helping students achieve their aspirations.

In 2019, W&M graduating seniors adopted a new tradition — Ceremonia Raíces. This event is a heartfelt celebration of the cultural heritage and academic achievements of Hispanic, Latino/a/e and Indigenous/Native American students.

Step into style at our Saturday night Sneaker Ball! Dress to impress in your finest attire paired with your favorite sneakers and dance the night away. Enjoy live music and a strolling dinner.

Conclude the inaugural Mosaic Weekend with a buffet-style farewell brunch accompanied by motivational closing remarks!

Join us for the Navigating Transitions in-person retreat, an immersive experience designed for those seeking clarity, confidence and community as they navigate life and career transitions. 

Save the date! The annual Staff and Faculty trip up to the Washington Center will be held on July 30th, 2025. More information coming soon!

VIMS is joining the fun at the Wine and Oyster Festival along the Yorktown Waterfront on October 4th and 5th! This free, fun, family-friendly event will feature performances on five stages by local bands, musicians, storytellers and dancers.

Charter Day marks the 333rd anniversary of the awarding of the Royal Charter from King William III and Queen Mary II of England establishing William & Mary. Tickets are not required to attend.