First Year Family Newsletter
December 2016 
Dear Class of 2020 Families,

Time to deck the Sunken Gardens with boughs of...Tribe Pride! As another unique, eventful, and educational semester here at William & Mary comes to a close, the holiday season begins!

The last day of classes is December 2nd and final exams will be held from December 5th to the 14th. During the holiday break that follows, we hope you will have the opportunity to spend some quality time with your student.

Due to winter break, there will be no January newsletter, so on behalf of William & Mary, we wish you a happy and healthy New Year!


Sincerely, 
Alicia and Con Coughlin P'20
pfcleadership@wm.edu
Student Accounts Updates
Important Dates
Dec. 9, 2016: Spring 2017 eStatement/Monthly Tuition Payment Plan available
Jan. 4, 2017: Spring 2017 Tuition Due Date

eServices
Check with your student to be sure you are set up as an Authorized User in eServices.  You can receive eStatement notifications, access to view and pay, and enroll in the monthly Tuition Payment Plan

Holds
Restrictive holds will be placed on all W&M Student Accounts that are not paid or covered by financial and, scholarships or the Tuition Payment Plan on January 9, 2017.  Payments can be made in several ways.

Aid
Expecting financial aid refund?  Direct deposit refunds are sent electronically to the student’s bank account.
Travel Arrangements
Is your student flying (or taking the train) out of Williamsburg for Winter Break? Shuttles are available to the Norfolk International, Richmond International, and Newport News/Williamsburg International Airports, as well as the Williamsburg AMTRAK Station.

Grand Illumination
One of Williamsburg's most treasured events will take place this year on December 4th. Take part in Grand Illumination by strolling the Revolutionary City and viewing all the unique decorations.  You will be able to enjoy musical performances from multiple stages and delight in the acclaimed fireworks displays.


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Yule Log Ceremony
Each year, as the fall semester comes to a close, William & Mary students pile into the Wren Courtyard to enjoy holiday music and a special Dr. Seuss reading before casting a holly sprig into the Yule Log fire for good luck! The Yule Log Ceremony will take place this year on Friday, December 9th from 7pm to 9pm.

Residence Life Happenings
National Residence Hall Honorary
The National Residence Hall Honorary, or NRHH, is the premiere honorary dedicated to recognizing leaders in the residence halls. We are pleased to announce the W&M NRHH Chapter has inducted 18 new members this semester.

Did you know?
Residence Life has a small residence hall in Colonial Williamsburg. William Randolph Lodging, also known as the CW House, is a unique living opportunity available to a pair of rising juniors or seniors. Applications for '17/'18 are available on the Residence Life website. 

Gimme a break!
Winter (Break) is coming. Plan ahead! Most halls close December 15th at 10:00am. We re-open the halls on January 13th at 8:00am. Make sure your student is taking advantage of this well-deserved down time. 

Does your student want to live on campus for the next academic year?
All students who are interested in participating in the 2017/18 room selection process must pay a $200 non-refundable deposit by Feb. 17, 2017. 

Student Leaders Wanted!
Residence Life hires approximately 170 student staff in seven different positions. The application is available now and remain open until January 15, 2017 at 11:59pm. 

The Power of Informational Interviewing
Winter break is an excellent opportunity for your student to conduct informational interviews with alumni and other professionals in positions and at organizations of interest. Cohen Career Center advisors can assist students with the informational interview process.


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Mid-Year Student Organization & Activities Fair
The Mid-Year Student Organization & Activities Fair will take place on Tuesday, January 17th. This event is a great way for students to plan to kick off the spring semester at William & Mary.


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Earn William & Mary Credit Abroad in Summer 2017! 
Is your student interested in studying abroad this summer for W&M credit? Applications for W&M summer abroad programs and for Reves Summer Scholarship are now OPEN, and are due by February 6th. Students can learn more by stopping by the Global Education Office during walk-in hours (11am-5pm Monday-Friday). 


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Is your student ready for their financial future? 
Would your student benefit from non-biased financial information and tools taught by top-ranked faculty of the W&M Raymond A. Mason School of Business? Such a program is under consideration and your input is needed to finalize the details. To learn more and give us your feedback please fill out  this parent survey.

Sophomore families have taken the lead, but it’s a close competition!

Help us reach our 30% parent participation goal by June 30, 2017. Make a gift of any size to any area of the College today!


Parent & Family Programs                                                           
Email:  families@wm.edu
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P.O. Box 8795
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