Weekend Info
- Registration opens on Feb. 15.
- Early-bird pricing ends at midnight on March 24.
- Registration closes on April 18.
- If you are unable to attend the weekend after signing up, refunds are accepted until April 10.
- Check-in for the weekend will take place at the Alumni House.
For the 50th and Olde Guarde reunion attendees a la carte event ticket prices are listed within each event description, however, during registration, you may also select a Weekend Package. Prices are below:
- 50th Reunion Full Weekend Package - $275 (Early Bird); $325 (Regular Price)
- Olde Guarde Reunion Full Weekend Package - $90 (Early Bird); $105 (Regular Price)
A block of rooms is available at the Hilton Garden Inn for $137 per night. Book your room now through our booking link.
Attendees are also invited to stay at the Colonial Williamsburg Lodge or the Williamsburg Inn and are encouraged to book as soon as possible. Call 1-800-HISTORY and ask for the W&M discount of 15% off.
The Re-Echo is an updated version of your senior yearbook. It includes a class history, then and now photos, favorite memories from William & Mary and details on what your classmates have been doing since leaving our alma mater.
We are excited to partner with BrightCrowd this year to create a beautiful online copy of the Re-Echo, as well as the printed version! The online version is secure so that only our classmates can view it, and it allows for additional information and photos to be included. We will create a printed version based on the online yearbook as a keepsake for 50th Reunion attendees during Traditions Weekend.
Is there a cost for getting a physical copy of the print Re-Echo?
For anyone who purchased the 50th reunion full weekend package or another ticketed class event, copies of the Re-Echo will be available free of charge at the Alumni House during check-in hours.
For all others who would like to purchase a Re-Echo, print copies are $25. Please reach out to advevents.wm.edu to request a copy.
How do I create my class reunion book page?
Go to https://wm.brightcrowd.com/1975-50th-reunion and enter your email address. You should then receive a confirmation email in your inbox to log in. If you do not receive an email, or you receive an email that says your address was not recognized, please contact us at advevents.wm.edu. Once you have confirmed your email and visited the site, you can review instructions on how to create a page.
You may also wish to add contact@brightcrowd.com to your approved sender list to ensure the access link arrives in your mailbox, otherwise it could end up in your “Junk” folder.
What is the deadline for participating?
Alumni can create and edit their digital page through June 30, 2025, but the deadline for your digital page to be included in the printed version of the Re-Echo was March 7, 2025.
Can I send information for my page through the mail?
Because the books are digital and tied to a single email address, only the person with access to that email account can create a page. For that reason, we are unable to include mailed-in page information.
How do I upload photos to be considered for the weekend’s slideshow?
Navigate to the top right of your screen and click on “Photos”. Upload photos you would like to be considered for the slideshow into the album titled “Slideshow Submission Photos”.
How many photographs can I upload to my page?
You can upload one profile photo and up to four additional photos (.jpg, .tiff and .png files).
How much of my digital page do I need to fill out in order to be included in the printed version?
While we encourage you to complete all parts of your digital page, you will be included in the printed edition if you provide at least your current city/state, a form of contact information (such as an email address or phone number) and a current picture of yourself.
Can I search in the book to find friends?
Yes! You can search by name, dorm or residence, hobbies, or interests, and even using general keywords.
How do I tag a friend on my page?
To tag a friend, type the “@” symbol and type in their first name. You can then select who you would like to tag using the drop-down menu.
What does tagging do?
When you tag a friend on your page, it creates a direct link to the page of the person you have tagged. It does not notify them that they have been tagged.
If I have a partner and we use the same email address, can we create two different book pages?
Each page has to have a unique email address associated with it. So, if a couple in the same class shares one email address, then they will only be able to create one page. If you would like separate pages, you would have to provide two different email addresses.
Can I edit my page after I save it?
Yes! Visit the class reunion book page link and click on the “My Page” link in the upper right of the page in order to edit your entry.
Is my page private?
Yes, the website is secure. Only classmates and W&M staff site admins can view pages.
Who is BrightCrowd?
BrightCrowd is a third-party vendor that was screened by William & Mary and has passed the university’s vendor requirements.
How can I reach customer service?
Contact the team via email advevents.wm.edu.
Taxi Services
William & Mary does not have a preferred transportation partner, but below are several options for travel when in town.
- Cardinal Cabs: 757-345-5557
- Colonial Capital Cabs: 757-345-2224
- Historic Taxi: 757-258-7755
- Williamsburg Taxi Services: 757-221-0004 (Open 24 Hours)
- Triangle Taxi: 757-564-6969
- Best Taxi: 757-358-7151
Uber or Lyft
Either app can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play.
Pro tip: Check that your driver’s license plate, photo and name match what’s in the app.
*William & Mary and the W&M Alumni Association assume no responsibility in the event any of the above services are utilized.
Bus Transportation
William & Mary has an ongoing contract with Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) to provide bus services for William & Mary students, faculty, and staff.
The campus bus system is designated the Green Line. It provides a bus dedicated to daily transportation throughout campus seven days a week. The Green Line also provides a connection with other lines (Red, Blue, and Trolley) in the greater Williamsburg area through buses on a circuit loop, every 30 minutes.
For the campus bus line information see the Green Line Schedule, or view the complete WATA Bus Line Schedule for Williamsburg-wide transportation.
Parking
Due to high traffic volume during Traditions Weekend, there is limited 15-minute temporary and handicap parking near the Alumni House to accommodate registration. Look for Traditions Weekend parking signs around campus throughout the weekend. Please do not park in individual parking spaces with posted reserved signs for specific individuals or businesses. Additional information on parking for each event will be provided to registrants in their check-in information.
Visit the Parking Services webpage for more information about parking on campus and off-campus and to download a printable campus map.
If you have specific mobility needs, please indicate within your registration or contact advevents@wm.edu.
Directions
By Train
Amtrak serves the Williamsburg Transportation Center with a connecting train from Washington, D.C.
By Plane
Norfolk, Newport News/Williamsburg and Richmond International Airports are all close to campus.
By Car
From the Richmond Airport and points west:
- Interstate 64 East
- Exit 234 to the right (199 East)
- Travel 8 miles, then turn left down Jamestown Road
From the Norfolk Airport and points east:
- Interstate 64 West
- Exit 242-A (199 West)
- Travel 5.2 miles, then turn right down Jamestown Road
For additional questions not answered on this page, please call 757- 221-1750 or email advevents@wm.edu.