The Office of Academic Affairs...

Supports strategic planning, reporting and external relations for all areas of education at VIMS
Administers academic policies and procedures for the graduate program
Advises graduate students on academic matters and professional development
Manages graduate enrollment processes
Monitors graduate student progress towards degrees, acceptance, and approval of the theses and dissertations, and certifies the successful completion of graduation requirements
Updates and maintains key resources for graduate students including the School of Marine Science Graduate Catalog, the Student Handbook, and the Student Reference Guide
Assists with the development of new graduate degree options and programs
Provides orientation for graduate teaching assistants
Offers professional development opportunities for SMS graduate students and faculty
Coordinates Commencement activities for the School of Marine Science
Manages the course evaluation process
Facilitates student employment and payroll processes
Administers the process for awarding VIMS Foundation fellowships, and student travel, equipment, and research grants
Manages graduate tuition payment and waivers
Assists international graduate students with the processing of documentation (e.g., visas)
Leads school-wide graduate program recruitment efforts
Oversees admissions for the graduate program
Coordinates Orientation for new SMS students
Serves as a resource unit for William & Mary's undergraduate marine science program
Facilitates program-level assessment of education and training outcomes with respect to academic program goals and objectives
Tracks graduate job placement and alumni career trajectories in support of program review and accreditation