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The First Tradition is the Tradition of Belonging

The 1949 version of The Student Handbook of the College of William & Mary states that among the many traditions at our historic university

Getting Mentally Prepared for School

Make a list of all the things you need to get accomplished before classes are in full swing Relax and spend time with friends

Goose bumps and kleenex…

A few colleagues and I just came from the orientation for new freshman and transfer students which takes place in William & Mary Hall each August

5,256,000 Minutes

Musical fans will recognize that this blog title is borrowed from a stirring Rent song entitled “Seasons of Love”.  This song, often referred to

Welcome Freshmen

As the summer comes to a close, I am very eager to enter my senior year. Tomorrow this time, our campus will be filled

A Heartwarming Weekend

Founded in the late 17th century, the College has created and preserved strong traditions, many of which fall around or near commencement weekend. One of my

Sir Christopher Wren and 5 Other Little Known Facts about the College

At the beginning of every tour, I bring prospective students and their family members through the Christopher Wren building-the oldest academic building in continuous use in

Revelations.

Revelations. There's something special about tonight. Tonight I jogged from the Wren to the Capitol and back without stopping. I'm really proud of myself, but

Fourth of July in Colonial Williamsburg

This past weekend was my first time celebrating the Fourth of July in Williamsburg. Typically, I would spend the day with my family and our neighbors