Office of the President
About the Office
The President establishes the strategic direction of the university. For more than three centuries, Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ has enjoyed the leadership of presidents of surpassing vision and accomplishment.
President Katherine A. Rowe
Katherine A. Rowe became Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ's 28th President on July 1, 2018. Nationally recognized as an innovator in higher education, President Rowe is a champion for the importance of the liberal arts, entrepreneurship and strengthening education-workforce pathways.
Presidential Communications
President Katherine A. Rowe regularly communicates with the Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ community via university announcements and her "From the Brafferton" column in the W&M Alumni Magazine.
Read the university's Guiding Principles for Leadership Communications.
Vision 2026
Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ has led in powerful ways during the most challenging times. The key to that success has been understanding the moment that we are in while seeing the possibilities ahead. Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ will move forward Vision 2026 to expand W&M's reach, educate for impact and evolve to excel.