William & Mary

09/02/2026

“The doors are opening. Your William & Mary family is waiting. The journey of becoming is beginning—confidently take that next step."

As these words from Michael K. Powell ’85, D.P.S. ’02 echoed across the Wren Yard, new students took their first steps into a green-and-gold-tinted future.

09/01/2026

Two W&M students are continuing a legacy of service that will extend far beyond graduation.

Julia King '30 and Nathan Davis '30 have been awarded the Harriett Pittard Beales Scholarship and Walter R. Beales III Scholarship in recognition of their academic excellence and dedication to community service.

King’s passion for environmental stewardship and Davis’ interest in public policy reflect W&M’s commitment to cultivating lifelong civic leaders.

Two students have been awarded the selective Harriett Pittard Beales Scholarship and Walter R. Beales III Scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year.

08/31/2026

New faces. New traditions. Same William & Mary. 💚💛

, welcome home! From your very first W&M memories to the ones you’ll make years from now, you’re officially part of a community that spans generations. Students for University Advancement and William & Mary Alumni can’t wait to be part of your journey.

Cheers to the W&M Office of Student Transition Engagement Programs OAs and William & Mary Tribe Athletics for making some noise and kicking off the year at Zable during Cheers to Your First Year!! 🎉🔥

08/30/2026

Safe to say we're excited about it 🏈

Believe. Fight. Triumph. GO William & Mary Tribe Football!

08/28/2026

Update: Tonight's concert has been moved to Sept. 15 due to the expected extreme heat this week.

On Sept. 2, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra returns to the Martha Wren Briggs Amphitheatre at Lake Matoaka for a free evening of orchestral favorites — from E.T.'s “Flying Theme” to selections from Rodger & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma.

Gates open at 6:30 p.m., with music beginning at 7:30 p.m. Seating is limited, so wristbands will be distributed first-come, first-served beginning at 6 p.m.

Bring a blanket or beach chair, pack a picnic and settle in for an unforgettable night by the lake.

The Virginia Symphony Orchestra will return to Williamsburg this September for a free outdoor performance as part of its annual

08/27/2026

Day one down.

08/27/2026

Convocation is more than a tradition. It’s our way of saying, “Welcome home.” 💚💛

08/27/2026

No better sight than a full Wren Yard. ✨

08/26/2026

A fresh start feels good. Welcome back, W&M!

08/25/2026

A new class. A new chapter. A campus full of new possibilities.

Last weekend, 1,704 first-year students and 220 transfer students arrived on campus, bringing fresh ideas, experiences, and ambitions to the W&M community.

Meet the Class of 2030!

On Aug. 20, 1,704 first-year students and 220 transfer students moved into residence halls, beginning their journey as part of the unique W&M community.