Statement from President Rowe
“As the world witnesses Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, the resulting damage to communities and human suffering is heartbreaking. Yet, the resolve of the Ukrainian people, their commitment to their sovereign nation and its democratic principles, reminds us that there are ideals worth fighting for. We’re seeing human beings put themselves at risk for that reason, and it’s inspiring as well as incredibly sobering.
During this time of immense unrest, it's been so moving to see the William & Mary campus come together in solidarity. Our scholars are helping us understand what is happening and why it matters while our students, faculty and staff are showing compassion, support and solidarity for the Ukrainian people as well as those in Russia and around the world opposing this war.”
Campus Events
Campus events are part of the university's response to the war in Ukraine. Check the university calendar for upcoming events — those not yet listed can be created by members of the community in W&M Events for inclusion.
Health & Wellness Resources
Resources are available to members of our campus community who may be experiencing difficulties in light of the events in Ukraine. Students may find those resources through Health & Wellness, and employees may find them through University Human Resources. Some Health & Wellness offerings may also be open to employees.
W&M Coverage
William & Mary Coverage
W&M alumni assist people in war-torn Ukraine, tell their stories
Tina Eshleman, University Marketing | April 8, 2022
W&M sociology professor discusses context around fleeing Ukrainians
Staff | April 1, 2022
Exorbitant pump prices may soon see a downturn
Nathan Warters | March 11, 2022
War in Ukraine is personal to Russian studies professors, others in the W&M community
Nathan Warters | March 7, 2022
Russia seizes Europe's biggest nuclear plant, W&M physicist explains the science and risk
Adrienne Berard | March 4, 2022
Panel Discussion: Russia, Ukraine and the Future Global Order
W&M's Global Research Institute convened a panel of experts to discuss the causes and political consequences of Putin's decision to invade Ukraine and the likely long-term impacts of war.
Expert Commentary
Expert Commentary in the News
How the war in Ukraine impacts global supply chains
April 25, 2022 | IPS Journal
Sanctions hit Russian economy, although Putin says otherwise
April 23, 2022 | Associated Press, WP, Bloomberg, ABC News, NBC News, Yahoo! & others
International Criminal Court chief confirms Russian war crimes in Ukraine
April 16, 2022 | NJ Today
The Council of Europe expelled Russia. That hurts people, not Putin
April 12, 2022 | Washington Post(may require subscription)
Here's what the ICC can actually do about Putin's war crimes
April 9, 2022 | Vox
The challenges of prosecuting those accused war crimes
April 5, 2022 | Here and Now - WBUR, NPR
Charging Putin for potential war crimes is difficult, and any penalty hard to enforce
April 5, 2022 | NPR
As U.S. promises to accept Ukranian refugees, William & Mary immigration clinic director says it's unclear what the process will look like
April 4, 2022 | WTKR
Media Outlets
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