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The accelerating pace of global change poses grave challenges to marine systems and to billions of people who live near coastlines. Worldwide, coastal communities face existential threats: rising sea levels, increased storm intensity and flooding, loss of agricultural land and impaired water quality. At this crucial moment, William & Mary will lead the way forward.A transformational $100 million gift from philanthropist Jane Batten HON ’17, L.H.D. ’19 will catalyze the newly named Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences. Batten’s visionary gift will position W&M and its Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) as the premier destination for developing solutions to these threats — building on the university’s strong scientific reputation and unmatched expertise in coastal resilience.Learn more: https://news.wm.edu/2024/07/24/100m-gift-to-establish-william-marys-batten-school-of-coastal-marine-sciences/?utm_source=presidential_comms&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=batten... ... ... William & Mary is a premier public research university, widely recognized for our outstanding academic reputation, beautiful campus and vibrant community. We produce experienced, engaged and successful graduates who lead lives of impact.Learn more at https://www.wm.edu Take a virtual campus tour, here: https://www.wm.edu/admission/virtualtour#williamandmaryMB01NVF3XARAIWB

The achievements of William & Mary's 331st year ensure that our country's first university will continue to equip creative thinkers and principled leaders for lives of meaning and distinction.Students, faculty and staff showcased their talents in our magnificent new Arts Quarter as part of the Year of the Arts. Vision 2026 milestones, including the Board of Visitors’ approval of a School for Computing, Data Sciences, and Physics and new marine science undergraduate major, weave modern tools into the timeless fabric of the liberal arts and sciences. Our community raised $57.2 million for student-athletes during our All In campaign for W&M Athletics. Gates Hall, honoring our distinguished chancellor, the Honorable Robert M. Gates ’65, L.H.D. ’98, puts the Alma Mater of the Nation at the forefront of international research on conservation and democracy.... ... ... William & Mary is a premier public research university, widely recognized for our outstanding academic reputation, beautiful campus and vibrant community. We produce experienced, engaged and successful graduates who lead lives of impact.Learn more at https://www.wm.edu Take a virtual campus tour, here: https://www.wm.edu/admission/virtualtour#williamandmary MB01R1YMDFQK6NL