KPMG is banking on a bright future for W&M’s accounting students.  The firm has committed $1.5M to support the long-term growth of accounting initiatives at the Raymond A. Mason School of Business.

KPMG commits $1.5M to support the future of accounting at William & Mary

A longstanding relationship between KPMG and William & Mary is entering a new chapter with a $1.5 million commitment from KPMG partners and employees to the Raymond A. Mason School of Business.

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A few snapshots from a weekend full of family, friends and green & gold spirit. Here's to Family Weekend 2026 💚💛

Thursday night brings a new chapter for two Tribe Football alumni. 🏈 Joe Brady ’13 leads the Buffalo Bills into their home opener on Thursday Night Football, while Mike Tomlin ’95, L.H.D. ’08 is settling into a new role in the NFL broadcast booth.

Tomlin and Brady take center stage as NFL season begins

All eyes are on W&M alumni Mike Tomlin ’95, L.H.D. ’08 and Joe Brady ’13 as they take on new roles in broadcasting and coaching, respectively.

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William & Mary welcomed 100 teachers from all 50 states for the inaugural We the Teachers Congress of Educators. The civics education training they received is expected to impact 1 million students.

W&M’s We the Teachers brings educators from all 50 states for civics training

Led by W&M’s Strategic Cultural Partnerships team in collaboration with the National Council for History Education, the congress brought in 100 educators for an immersive week of professional learning...

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Nine William & Mary students are jump-starting their careers with international work experiences supported by Fulbright Scholarships.

Fulbright Scholarship recipients bring their W&M knowledge across the globe

Nine William & Mary alumni join the over 200 Fulbright student awardees for the university.

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The Week of Civic Leadership is underway at William & Mary.   From voter engagement to student government, conversations across political differences and Constitution Day, there are plenty of ways to learn, serve, and participate in civic life this week. Explore the full schedule.

Week of Civic Leadership encourages W&M community to engage in service

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Today, the Queens’ Guard stands watch over a wreath in the Sunken Garden, honoring the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and in its aftermath, including seven alumni and three other members of the W&M family.

The Muscarelle Museum of Art’s new exhibition encourages visitors to explore the lasting impact of September 11, 2001, through the lens of architecture.

Muscarelle exhibition marks 25 years since 9/11 through its architecture

Spread across four galleries, the 9/11 exhibition at the Muscarelle Museum traces the history of the World Trade Center from its origins in the 1960s through the site's reconstruction in the decades f...

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Friendly reminder: Family Weekend is almost here! 💚 Join us in Williamsburg Sept. 18–20 for a weekend made for making memories. From open classes and faculty lectures to campus traditions, live music, wellness activities, and W&M football, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

William & Mary’s new applied AI major equips students to use AI ethically across industries, providing the practical experience they need to thrive in a workforce where AI fluency is increasingly essential.

New applied AI major prepares students to lead in an AI-powered world

To prepare students for a future transformed by AI, William & Mary is launching a new major in Applied AI.

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Let the fun begin! Welcome home, everyone. 💚

A William & Mary research experience changed the trajectory of Rui Yin ’19 & today she's engineering new possibilities in bioengineering. Discover how undergraduate research can lead to life-changing innovation.

Engineering Cures

Undergraduate research at William & Mary led Rui Yin '19 to her career in bioengineering

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Lost fishing gear is getting a new purpose in the Chesapeake Bay region.   William & Mary’s VIMS & Batten School and NOAA are using sonar tech to gather essential seafloor data from derelict crab traps, potentially accelerating coastal research.

W&M’s VIMS & Batten School partner with NOAA to expand access to shallow water mapping data

New program turns marine debris removal and other local vessel activity into valuable bathymetric data collection.

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William & Mary researchers are redefining marine heatwaves with a new “vertical” framework — offering a deeper, more complete understanding of warming in the Chesapeake Bay and its impact on ecosystems.

Novel study defines ‘vertical marine heatwaves’ in Chesapeake Bay

A new study out of William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS is redefining how we visualize and track marine heatwaves in estuarine systems.

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Jenny Hagel ’98 turned improv, persistence, and a lot of “small steps forward” into a career in comedy writing. Now an Emmy-nominated writer for Late Night With Seth Meyers, she reflects on her path from William & Mary improv to late-night TV and what it really takes to build a creative career.

The Work of Being Funny

Emmy-nominated comedy writer Jenny Hagel ’98 has some advice

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The Appalachian mountains tell a story 25,000 years in the making. 🏔️ William & Mary research shows how Ice Age climates sculpted today’s Appalachian peaks and valleys.

Appalachians shaped by the Ice Age

A William & Mary geologist is unscrambling the code of climate and erosion.

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William & Mary’s Civic Action Scorecard is helping students turn civic engagement into action. With 80+ opportunities across service, democracy and community well-being, W&M students are logging real impact and reflecting on how they engage with the world.

Civic Action Scorecard empowers students to engage in civic leadership at William & Mary

The toolkit provides more than 80 opportunities for students to participate in democracy and civic leadership, record and reflect on participation and be recognized for their efforts.

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Bob Wise ’86 went from William & Mary’s computer labs to Nvidia. His journey highlights how a strong foundation in computer science—and the liberal arts—can prepare students for the next generation of technology.

Wise Words

Bob Wise ’86 forged his path from W&M’s computer lab to Nvidia, the world’s leading AI computing company

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What did Jefferson mean by the “pursuit of happiness”? A new W&M feature explains it as eudaimonia — a life of virtue, wisdom, and service to others. In other words, happiness as flourishing, not just pleasure. A reminder that the “good life” is built, not found.

What Jefferson really meant by the ‘Pursuit of Happiness’

Few phrases are more closely associated with the Declaration of Independence than Thomas Jefferson’s assertion that all people possess an unalienable right to “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happine...

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The American Revolution, told stitch by stitch. “America’s Tapestry” features 13 hand-embroidered panels created by volunteers across the original colonies, highlighting lesser-known stories of the nation’s founding. On view through Sept. 6 at the Muscarelle Museum of Art at William & Mary.

The fabric of a new nation, told stitch by stitch

Just in time for America’s 250th birthday, the nation’s founding story comes together in “America’s Tapestry,” on view June 19-Sept. 6 at the Muscarelle Museum of Art at William & Mary

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Sea level rise is quietly reshaping farmland along the Mid-Atlantic coast. A new study from William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS found that about 25,000 acres of farmland turned into marsh between 1984 and 2022.

Sea level rise is swallowing Mid-Atlantic farmland faster than expected, study finds

Ghost forests have become haunting symbols of sea level rise overtaking land along the Mid-Atlantic coast. But a new study points to even more dramatic land losses in the region’s coastal farmlands.

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Yesterday, the W&M community gathered to commemorate Juneteenth and reflect on its enduring themes of freedom, resilience, and hope. Thank you to all who joined us in honoring this important day and celebrating the strength of our community.

Student innovation is making waves at William & Mary 🌊 W&M Racing, a team of student engineers, sailed away with first place in the 2026 Promoting Electric Propulsion competition's autonomous division with a custom-built boat featuring advanced autonomous systems and active aerodynamics.

W&M Racing Team, ‘Flying Fish’ win autonomous boat competition

William & Mary Racing won the 2026 Promoting Electric Propulsion (PEP) autonomous division.

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It's an exciting day TODAY at W&M! The third hour of the NBC program featured guest co-host Patton Oswalt ’91, D.A. ’23, President Katherine A. Rowe and several members of the Class of 2026.

A few reminders before you head to Commencement 🎓 📅 Friday at 6 p.m. in Zable Stadium ⏰ Gates open at 4 p.m. 🎟️ Mobile tickets required (download before arriving) 👜 Clear bag policy in place for all attendees Plan ahead, give yourself extra time, and get ready to celebrate the Class of 2026!

14,221 donors. $5.6 million raised. One historic #OneTribeOneDay 💚💛 Thank you for making this the biggest giving day in William & Mary history & one of the most successful in higher education nationwide.

William & Mary marks historic One Tribe One Day with 14,221 donors

Record-breaking $5.6 million raised for 1,010 funds in one of the nation’s most successful university giving days.

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When challenges arise, colleagues say Debi Jarvis is the person they turn to. This year’s Charles and Virginia Duke Award recipient has spent years strengthening the William & Mary community through thoughtful leadership, collaboration and care for others.

The consummate team player

For her stewardship of W&M's transition to the Workday and a litany of other meaningful contributions, Jarvis is being recognized as the 2026 recipient of the Charles and Virginia Duke Award, one of t...

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Can plants count? 🌱 W&M research suggests Mimosa pudica can track events in its environment — learning without a brain. This discovery hints at a new type of intelligence and challenges what we think we know about memory.

Can plants count?

New research suggests they may be able to track the number of events they experience.

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A timeless tradition rings out today. Happy Last Day of Classes to the Class of 2026! Congratulations to the seniors celebrating the completion of their degrees with the ringing of the Wren Bell.

Mark your calendars and RSVP for the next Tack Faculty Lecture on May 7: “Wisdom & Machines: How Liberal Arts & AI Learn from Each Other."

A first for the Tack Lecture: Business, AI and the liberal arts

Rachel Chung will present a lecture on “Wisdom & Machines: How Liberal Arts & AI Learn from Each Other.”

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