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Pairs of people stand in a room palm to palm, pushing against each other.

Training for Conversation

A campus workshop led by German TV presenter and filmmaker Mo Asumang teaches participants strategies to “strengthen dialogue instead of hate.”

Dalton Meyers, Williams Class of 2026 and a U.S. Navy veteran, sits outside, on the steps leading up to West College

Growth Mindset

After six years serving in the U.S. Navy—four in Japan—Dalton Meyers ’26 is realizing his deferred dream of attending college.

Photograph of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris taking the stage to accept the nomination for U.S. president at the Democratic National Convention

Race Inside the Race

Political science professor Matthew Tokeshi’s research considers the role of Vice President Kamala Harris’ race and gender—and her messaging around both—in the U.S. presidential election.

Hopkins Hall in a spooky-looking black-and-white photo with clouds rolling behind and touches of green

Haunted Hopkins

A Halloween party and ghost hunt are among the activities Campus Safety Services are hosting this year to build community.

Stories

A photo of students, alumni and others enjoying the Williams-Amherst football game at Williams' 2024 Homecoming celebration.

A Festive Homecoming

A photo gallery captures the festive spirit of this year’s Homecoming celebration that included music and dance performances, food, talks and, of course, football.

Students hiking a trail on Mountain Day 2024.

Hooray for Mountain Day!

A photo collection and video capture the magic of this year’s Mountain Day, an annual celebration of the outdoors highlighted by hikes, picnics and performances.

The five multicolored Olympic rings on a purple textured background

Purple in Paris

Three Williams alums—Kristi Kirshe ’17, Steve Graham ’82 and Ben Washburne ’23—made a big impact on this year’s Olympic Games in Paris.

Summer Experience

A record number of students participated in the Alumni-Sponsored Internship Program this past summer—thanks, in part, to All-Grant Financial Aid.

Williams seniors pose in their caps and gowns.

Williams celebrates the Senior Class, Bicentennial Medalists and more at this year’s Convocation.

A record 400 students attended the 2024 Convocation, which marks the ceremonial opening of the academic year.

Sports

12/4: Williams Women's Basketball defeated by Smith College 54-74 at home.

12/3: Williams Men's Basketball defeats New Paltz 74-59 away.

12/3: Williams Women's Ice Hockey defeats Vermont State University Castleton 4-0 at home.

12/1: Williams Men's Ice Hockey defeated by SUNY Geneseo 0-4 away.

12/1: Williams Men's Basketball defeats Rhode Island College 76-56 at home.