“If you can see it, you can be it.” William & Mary understands the power of showing students what’s possible for their future careers — and our alumni do too. Every year at the Ampersand International Arts Festival hosted right here in Williamsburg, creative alumni (who are now musicians, authors and directors) gather to celebrate the arts. Between film screenings, workshops and inspiring talks, students have the opportunity to establish in-person, real world connections with alumni who have their dream careers. ... ... ... 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#williamandmaryMusic License: MB01JF6BTMTXHGX

Want to work in publishing? Hear from William & Mary students and alumni at the Ferguson Blair Publishing Seminar — a one-of-a-kind campus event that connects aspiring editors, agents, and marketers with publishing professionals who once sat in the same seats. More than just a weekend event, this seminar is a launching pad for students dreaming of careers in publishing. Just ask Carrie Thornton ’97, whose career began with an internship for an agent she met at this very seminar. William & Mary sets students up for success, which inspires them to come back as alumni to help and encourage the next generations. Just imagine how far a William & Mary education– and a single connection — can take you. ... ... ... 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#williamandmaryMusic License: MB01WHJJPGPPCWO

Get a student perspective on college life at William & Mary with Jonah, a biology major and bioengineering minor, as he shares why the Integrated Science Center (ISC) is his go-to spot on campus. From conducting undergraduate research in sustainable bio ceramics to grabbing coffee with friends between labs, the ISC is more than just a study spot — it’s where hands-on STEM research meets community and connection. Through William & Mary, Jonah has been able to expand his network, build lasting relationships with faculty mentors and collaborate with students from a variety of academic disciplines — experiences that reflect the university’s commitment to interdisciplinary, real-world learning and meaningful connection across campus. ... ... ... 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#williamandmaryMusic License: MB01KN4IM7U9PDT

Beneath William & Mary’s Robert M. Gates Hall, archaeologists this summer uncovered a remarkable find: the near-complete 18th-century foundation of the Williamsburg Bray School. The Bray School, one of the oldest known institutions in North America dedicated to the education of enslaved and free Black children, operated on the site from 1760 to 1765. Its foundations were thought to be only partially intact.Researchers also discovered a previously undocumented cellar, layered with centuries of artifacts. The discoveries provide a new portal into the site’s past, providing a more complete story of the Williamsburg Bray School, its scholars and their impact. Read the article: https://news.wm.edu/2025/06/17/digging-backwards-through-history-lights-the-way-forward/?utm_source=wmdigest&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsLearn more about the William & Mary Bray School Lab: https://www.wm.edu/sites/brayschool/Learn more about William & Mary's Center for Archaeological Research: https://www.wm.edu/sites/wmcar/MB011HY7INSZIZ9 ... ... ... 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

Look back on an extraordinary year at William & Mary — a year filled with bold achievements, historic milestones and unforgettable moments that shaped our community.From record-breaking athletic victories and revitalization projects to campus traditions and the launch of the Year of the Environment, 2025 was a year of impact and inspiration.... ... ... 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/virtualtourMusicBed License: MB01WH0QKTRIQOE #WilliamandMary

Adriek Gill ’25 is one of the first Posse Scholars to graduate from William & Mary. Adriek's journey is a powerful testament to resilience, academic excellence and the transformative power of opportunity.As a Posse Scholar, Adriek received more than just a scholarship— he gained a community and the support to thrive in a rigorous academic environment. His success underscores the critical role scholarships play in expanding access to higher education, empowering students from diverse backgrounds to achieve their full potential.Read how more about the first Posse cohort: https://www.wm.edu/news/stories/2021/posse-scholars-begin-momentous-journey-at-william-mary.php Learn more about the Posse Foundation: https://www.possefoundation.org/... ... ... 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#WilliamandMaryMB01MZMMBWPWTQO

Whether you were there in person or cheering from afar, experience the unforgettable moments from Commencement. Congratulations to the Class of 2025 — your journey is just beginning!... ... ... 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/virtualtourMusic License: MB01VC24ZWWTRQ0 #WilliamandMary

Momen Zahid ’25, a biology major with a minor in data science, offered this year’s student reflections at Commencement.Learn more about the 2025 Commencement: https://news.wm.edu/2025/05/19/write-your-story-sanjayan-encourages-wm-grads-to-embrace-next-chapter/... ... ... 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

Recalling the time two giant pandas waylaid his dreams, Conservation International CEO M. Sanjayan gave William & Mary graduates an unconventional piece of advice: “Don’t follow your dreams; write your story.”Sanjayan spoke to more than 2,500 graduates and 12,000 friends and family who gathered at Zable Stadium for the university’s Commencement ceremony.Read more about the event: https://news.wm.edu/2025/05/19/write-your-story-sanjayan-encourages-wm-grads-to-embrace-next-chapter/... ... ... 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

Explore the vibrant community and extensive resources available to support first-generation students at William & Mary. From tailored guidance to community-building opportunities, the university is dedicated to ensuring our first-generations students thrive academically, socially and personally.For more information about the Office of First Generation Student Experinces, visit https://www.wm.edu/offices/psi/firstgen/.MB01MYOQCPRJA2M... ... ... 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