Amanda Norris' Blog

Attending college close to your parents' house can be a gamble well worth the risk!

Mr. Churchill's words speak to the giving nature of W&M alumni.

Writing the dreaded college essay might be just as much fun as your routine trip to the dentist. Here are some general tips on what we as your readers would like to see in your final copy.

A kind professor's gift of dryness reminds me what makes our community unique.

Senior Assistant Dean Betsy Quinzio and I braved the organized chaos of the first day of Freshman Orientation with hopes of welcoming four special members of the Class of 2013.

Winning can mean more than the final numbers on a scoreboard.

Teamwork with three of our summer interns made for the most interesting college fair I've ever experienced.

After a two day whirlwind tour of four universities, I learned a great deal from my 16 year old brother about patience and ranking tasty college food.

Who knew the most important day of my life thus far would involve the "Alma Mater!"

Admitted students have the chance to eat lunch with current W&M students and ask the hard hitting questions!

Student volunteers bring a smile to the faces of visitors and Admission Deans!

Applicants' optional submissions add color to our offices and a peek inside those 12,000 young men and women.

This weekend marks the 316th birthday of the College of William & Mary.

Watching Miss Anna Perry in the Miss America Pageant this past weekend was a great reminder of what community means at the College.

Reading over 11,000 applications isn't easy for any team, but well worth the effort.

The holiday season can be a great way to have a personal and unique visit to Williamsburg.

Senior's student film explains that at W&M any student can dive into his or her passions....even if those passions are some what different.