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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

Your time at William & Mary goes pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it. #OneTribeOneDay is officially here & the vibe is a total throwback. Don't let the moment pass you by—make a gift or see how to get involved: go.wm.edu/tWH7wr

The countdown is almost over! Join fellow alumni, families, and friends as we come together once again for One Tribe One Day this Wednesday, April 29.

A transformative $1.2M gift is expanding the Institute for Integrative Conservation’s global impact 🌍 This new gift will help launch W&M’s Conservationist in Residence Program, develop a specialized undergraduate leadership course and strengthen the Conservation Catalyst program.

Leadership. Mentorship. Service. The 2026 International Student Achievement Awards honor six students whose contributions extend beyond the classroom to foster meaningful connections across the W&M community.

What does a liberal arts education look like in the age of AI? Bob Wise ’86 of NVIDIA will explore that question and more during his return to William & Mary on April 23, reflecting on how communication & critical thinking shaped his career journey.

W&M is now a Gold-Level Military Friendly School, and the Mason School of Business ranks #1 for military grad students! 🏅 Serving those who serve has been part of our mission since 1693 and continues to guide our support for military students and families.

Developed as part of an undergraduate project led by Ellen Rowe ’25, a new tool unveiled by William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS brings to life almost 30 years of oyster survey data.

Blast off for something bigger 🚀 One Tribe One Day returns April 29, and this year, we’re throwing it back. Stay tuned for more info as we celebrate the power of the William & Mary community to lift each other higher: otod.wm.edu

The countdown to William & Mary Weekend in D.C. begins! 🕒 Join the W&M community May 28–31 for a unique weekend of connection & exploration in the capital. Registration is now open.

#wmSpring is officially in the air ☀️ 🌱

Two weeks in Kruger National Park gave William & Mary pre-vet students an unforgettable lesson in wildlife health 🦁 Mentored by Heather Broughton, they applied research skills in the field, preparing for careers in veterinary science and conservation.

With contributions from more than 100 students, AidData has mapped China’s overseas port financing like never before. The new report and open dataset reveal a global network of ports, equipment, and nearby resources—shedding light on Beijing’s long-term strategy for supply chain security.

William & Mary Ethics Club captured its first-ever national title at the 2026 APPE Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl, outlasting 36 other university teams from across the country.

Proud moment for W&M! Associate professor Cristiano Fanelli received an NSF CAREER Award for groundbreaking work mapping the structure of protons and neutrons through deep learning.

333 years & counting 💚 💛 This year, Charter Day celebrated a university community shaped by curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to making a difference. Thank you to all who joined us & helped make 333 so special.

On this day in 1693, William & Mary’s story began 💚 💛   Thank you to the students, alumni, families & friends who continue to carry forward W&M's story. Happy Charter Day!

#WorldCancerDay underscores the value of foundational science. Learn how W&M researchers are using simple organisms like fruit flies to investigate how cancer-related genes work in living cells.

ISC4 brings William & Mary’s School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics together in one dynamic hub, pairing cutting-edge labs and classrooms with an expansive makerspace so students can experiment, prototype, and push ideas from first concept to world-changing innovation.

William & Mary is once again named the #1 public university in the U.S. for study-abroad participation, according to the Open Doors 2025 Report. As an integral part of the Vision 2026 strategic plan, W&M continues to invest in global experiences that drive academic excellence and career readiness.

W&M scientists & partners revived Virginia's red-cockaded woodpecker population from just 2 breeding pairs to over 100 birds. Read more about the science that helped save the species: go.wm.edu/WBDp9k

William & Mary is reshaping how research grows. A new four-phased incubator model at the Global Research Institute will support interdisciplinary teams of students & faculty as they turn early ideas into high-impact projects.

A weekend well spent ✅ Thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate Homecoming!

Is fusion the future of clean energy? At the Fall 2025 Tack Lecture, Dr. Saskia Mordijck will explore how fusion works & the breakthroughs bringing it closer to reality through hands-on demonstrations led by W&M students. Join us on 10/22 at 7 p.m.; RSVP today: go.wm.edu/RF9d8K

Thanks to our #wmFamilies for helping make another Family Weekend so special!

The leaves are teasing us with a sneak peek.

A gift from Darpan Kapadia ’95 launches a bold enrollment initiative to elevate William & Mary's presence while strengthening recruitment of out-of-state students who may not be aware of all that W&M has to offer.

As one of the nation’s leading public research universities, William & Mary continues to lead with excellence and values-driven innovation geared towards long-term impact.

W&M's new AI minor goes beyond code, teaching students to thoughtfully and ethically wield this powerful technology.

Centuries of tradition, one unforgettable night. Thanks for helping us welcome #wm2029 & our #wmTransfers at #wmConvocation.

Moved-In ✅

From new spaces and programs to increased national recognition, this past year at W&M showed what’s possible when tradition meets ambition.

Another year, another standout class of Fulbrighters 🌍 Meet the William & Mary students & alumni preparing to teach, research & serve around the world.

Congratulations to Chelsea & co-owner/chairman Todd Boehly '96 - FIFA Club World Cup champions!

"We always knew we had the talent on the team, but we just had to put all the pieces together." Earlier this year, W&M women’s basketball did just that: winning the CAA Championship, notching their first NCAA Tournament victory & rewriting history.

Batten School & VIMS' annual Marine Science Day presents a special chance for the W&M community to get a first-hand look at world-class research in action. Read more: news.wm.edu/2025/06/06/m...

W&M in bloom. Students in motion. Spring, remembered 📸

Dean Douglas C. Schmidt ’84, M.A. ’86 discusses how W&M's new School of Computing, Data Sciences & Physics blends liberal arts with cutting-edge tech education.

Two W&M undergrads, Alisha Khodabocus ’26 and Kate Carline ’26, have been awarded the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, recognizing their exceptional research in biology and data science.

That stage was built for moments like this. You belonged there & you'll always belong here.

The kind of night you don’t forget 🕯️

Lynn Trott left college in 1968 with a 4.0 GPA and an uncertain path. After a long career in the arts, she's returned to higher education and will graduate with W&M's Class of 2025.

Original research & rigorous inquiry were on full display as over 100 W&M senior honors students presented their findings at the Charles Center's Spring Honors Research Symposium.