Webinars
The Family Engagement Webinar Series is intended to be an interactive resource designed to help you connect with faculty, staff, and students, and to answer some of your questions about programs at William & Mary.
Visit the links below to review recordings of our sessions throughout the semester, or to join live at the time of the program.
Spring 2025
Designed for parents, families, and supporters of currently enrolled W&M students. All sessions are recorded and will be posted here in 1-2 business days for on-demand viewing.
FebruaryFrom Application to Offer: Supporting Your Student's Internship Journey February 4th at 12:00pm EST Please join Lisa Randolph, Assistant Director of Internships & Applied Learning and Phil Heavilin, Director of Internships & Applied Learning from the Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement as they discuss the process of seeking and applying for internships.
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MarchPlan the PATH to Registration! March 18th at 12:00pm EST Hear from Megan Sanbury, the Director of Professional and Academic Advising in the Office of Undergraduate Academic Affairs to discuss how you as a parent or family member can help support your student in academic planning and course registration throughout their academic career. |
AprilFrom Budgeting to Balance: Supporting Student Financial Literacy April 24th at 7:00pm EST Members of the Braun Financial Literacy Program are excited to discuss financial literacy and supporting your student while navigating personal finance. |
MayKnow Before You Go: Commencement 2025 May 1st at 12:00pm EST Commencement is around the corner! Hear from University Events and Student Transition Engagement Programs to learn everything you need to know before heading to Williamsburg for May 15-17 to celebrate all of your student’s hard work. |
Tribe Transitions - Summer 2025
Designed for parents, families, and supporters of incoming W&M students. These sessions highlight important transition topics or Tribe Guide checklist items.
All sessions are recorded and will be posted here in 1-2 business days for on-demand viewing.
MayTribe Guide 101May 7 at 12:00pm ET The Tribe Guide is your student's one-stop online source for information about what they need to do before they arrive in Williamsburg this fall. From advising and registration to housing and meal plans, the Tribe Guide is here to help your student make a smooth transition to college life. Join Lauren Garrett, Director of Student Transition Engagement Programs, and Heather Deere, Director of Family Engagement to learn more about what you and your student should be doing to be best prepared for the transition in August. Summer Pre-Orientation ProgramsMay 14 at 12:00pm ET Learn about the following Summer Pre-Orientation Programs: Elevate, Engage, Summer Connections Program, Pathways, and Preparing for Life as a University Student (PLUS)! Pre-Orientation Programs are a great way for students to build community prior to their first semester at W&M. This webinar will cover what the different programs focus on and how to apply! Watch the recording Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts ACCESS THE LIVE Q&A Student Accessibility ServicesMay 23 at 12:00pm ET The Office of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) works with faculty and university offices to offer a variety of services for William & Mary students who have disabilities with reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the duration of their time at the university. Join representatives from SAS to learn more about upcoming deadlines and how they can aid in your student's transition to W&M. You may be interested in this session if your student is requesting housing or academic accommodations due to a diagnosed disability or if your student has has an IEP or 504 plan. |
JuneResidence Life: Room SelectionJune 5 at 12:00pm ET Join us for a conversation about the room selection process and how William & Mary supports students in choosing their on-campus housing. Staff from Residence Life will walk families through the timeline, tools, and tips for navigating this important step in the transition to college life. We’ll also share how our residential communities foster belonging and connection through the work of Resident Assistants and other community-building efforts. Bring your questions—we’re here to help! Academic Advising & Course RegistrationJune 18 at 12:00pm ET Your student is about to embark on a liberal arts education. But what is a COLL curriculum and how does your student know what classes to sign up for? This session will cover how new students build their class schedules using the PATH system with the support of their pre-major advisor. Join Megan Sanbury, Director of the Advising Center, to learn more about Academic Advising and Course Registration for Fall 2025. |
JulyDining @ W&MJuly 9 at 12:00pm ET Meal plans come in many different shapes and sizes, conveniently tailored for the varying needs of individual students living both on and off-campus. How do meal plans work? What is residential dining like at W&M? Join representatives from Auxiliary Services and W&M Dining Services to learn more about meal plans, dining facilities, and other critical services your student will use during their time at W&M. Student AccountsJuly 17 at 12:00pm ET The Student Accounts department is responsible for the assessment, billings and collection of tuition, fees, meal plans, housing, and other university charges. The department is also responsible for the processing of student refunds from financial aid or other account overpayments. Join representatives from the Bursar's Office as they discuss all things Student Accounts. |
AugustMove-In & Orientation: Know Before You GoAugust 14 at 12:00pm ET Lauren Garrett, Director of Student Transition Engagement Programs, and Heather Deere, Director of Family Engagement, close out our summer webinars with all information needed for move-in and orientation! Learn everything you need to know for YOUR orientation as a parent and family member of a W&M student. |