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The Board of Visitors at William & Mary will meet on campus from September 24 to 26 for discussions on university governance and strategic planning. Committee sessions will be open to the public, though no public comments will be taken. The gathering includes a dinner hosted by the Rector, a Topping Out Ceremony for construction projects, and a livestreamed full board meeting on the final day. This event is crucial for the oversight of university policies and initiatives.
Williamsburg – William & Mary’s Board of Visitors will convene on the university campus in Williamsburg from September 24 to 26, 2023. The meeting will include a series of committee sessions and discussions aimed at addressing key university matters. All meetings throughout the event are open to the public, although no opportunities for public comments will be available.
The initial committee meetings will commence on Wednesday, September 24, at 2:30 p.m. in Room 302 of Blow Memorial Hall, and are expected to conclude by 5 p.m. Later that evening, a dinner hosted by the Rector is scheduled to take place at approximately 6:30 p.m. in the Kaplan Gallery of the Alumni House.
On Thursday, September 25, the Board will resume its committee meetings at 8:45 a.m. in Blow Memorial Hall. The morning sessions will take place in Room 302 and the Grimsley Boardroom, ending around 12:15 p.m. Following the morning discussions, the Board plans to have lunch with members of the President’s Cabinet at approximately 12:30 p.m. in Hunter Hall of the Alumni House. Afternoon committee meetings will resume at 1:45 p.m. in Blow Memorial Hall and are expected to conclude around 3:15 p.m.
Later in the day on September 25, the Board will gather in the Blue Room of the historic Sir Christopher Wren Building around 4 p.m. for a recitation of the board pledge, as well as the annual member photo. A Topping Out Ceremony will follow in the Wren Yard, celebrating the completion of a significant stage in university construction projects. The day will conclude with a reception and dinner for retired board members at 6:30 p.m. in the President’s Suite of Zable Stadium.
The series of meetings will continue on Friday, September 26, starting at 8:45 a.m. in the Grimsley Boardroom of Blow Hall. A full board meeting is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. and is expected to wrap up by 12:30 p.m. All times mentioned are approximate, and the Board retains the right to make adjustments to the schedule as necessary.
Notably, the full board meeting on Friday will be livestreamed on the Board of Visitors webpage at wm.edu/bovmeeting, allowing those unable to attend in person to follow along with the proceedings.
This assembly of the Board of Visitors is a routine event aimed at facilitating governance and oversight of university policies, initiatives, and strategic planning. Regular gatherings such as these are crucial for the continuous development and improvement of the institution.
The William & Mary Board of Visitors comprises multiple key members who play an integral role in shaping the direction of the university through deliberation and decision-making. The Board focuses on various aspects of university governance, including academic strategy, financial management, and institutional advancement, ensuring that the university remains a leader in higher education.
The meetings from September 24-26 present an opportunity for university stakeholders and the public to gain insight into the Board’s discussions and decisions affecting the future of William & Mary.
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