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Hulon Willis Association
As an integral part of the William & Mary Alumni Association, the Hulon Willis Association (HWA) is dedicated to continued and sustained engagement of alumni of Black or African descent. It seeks to provide alumni opportunities to build community through connection with fellow alumni, students and alma mater.
To this end, HWA organizes numerous events both at William & Mary and regionally. HWA offers a variety of ways to get involved, including by serving on the board, event planning and philanthropy. Volunteers are essential as we look to strengthen and deepen the bonds among our community and more broadly with W&M. We encourage and invite all to come and share their time and talent to help our community flourish.
There are no requirements for membership in HWA. Your participation, engagement and involvement are welcome at any time. The initiatives and events provided by the Hulon Willis Association are open to everyone in the W&M community.
The Hulon Willis Association is dedicated to continued and sustained engagement of alumni of Black or African descent.
This undergraduate scholarship assistance to students with a record of leadership and/or service to the multicultural university and/or local community with a preference for need-based support.
This fund supports the programming of the Hulon Willis Association, including alumni events and regional programming.
History
Hulon L. Willis Sr. M.Ed. ’56 was the first African American student to attend William & Mary and served as a pioneer for those who have followed in his footsteps. To honor his legacy and memory, HWA was formed in 1992.
Questions?
- Valerie Wilkins, M.Ed. ‘08, Director of Alumni Admission Insights & Engagement & Inclusive Excellence
- 757-221-2514
- vtwilkins@wm.edu