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Students report mixed feelings about new PATH registration system

Beginning in March 2024, the College of William and Mary implemented a new system of class registration known as PATH. While meant to ease...

Adam’s Apple #5: dealing with burnout

Adam Jutt ’25 is a math and economics major from Cincinnati, Ohio who writes articles sometimes. Contact him at adjutt@wm.edu. The views expressed in this...
Peel Hawthorne '80 in her office. PEERAWUT RUANGSAWASDI / THE FLAT HAT

Long-time Athletics Administrator Peel Hawthorne ’80 retires

In her office adorned with photos of her time as a women’s field hockey coach with her students and favorite memories at the College of William and Mary, Peel Hawthorne ’80 shared her experiences at the College as an undergraduate, a coach and later an administrator.

Stately soirée: Student Assembly holds annual Royal Ball for elevated end-of-year celebration

Friday, April 19, students congregated in the towering tent on the Sunken Garden to dance the night away at this year’s Royal Ball. In...