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Community

This Is the Life

It’s easy to immerse yourself in life at Williams. From outdoor adventures and late-night rehearsals to volunteer opportunities and spiritual exploration, you’ll form deep relationships that last a lifetime. Soon enough, Williams will feel just like home.

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Find Your Passion

There’s no better way to find your community than by connecting with people who share your interests and curiosities. With more than 200 student organizations, there are plenty of ways to learn new skills and make new friends.

Student Organizations

Get Involved

Whether you’re learning about a different culture at a community dinner, retrofitting homes in the local community with energy-saving features or teaching third graders about zebrafish and ocean ecology, you can find your people and make a difference at Williams.

Davis Center

The renovated and reimagined Davis Center (DC) embodies the college’s commitment to a fully inclusive community. Whether you’re gathering for a film screening or snagging a comfy spot to study and see friends, the DC is both a hub of activity and a home away from home.

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Zilkha Center for the Environment

Protecting the environment and building sustainable societies and economies takes all of us. The Zilkha Center for the Environment (ZCE) provides leadership and expertise across a vast array of campus initiatives.

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Center for Learning in Action

There’s more to our community than what happens on campus. The Center for Learning in Action (CLiA) is your bridge to engaging with Williamstown and making connections that add real-life dimension to classroom discourse.

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Religion and Spirituality

Explore life’s big questions and find meaning through reflection and community. The Chaplains’ Office is an inclusive space open to any student looking to connect their inner life to a complex world.

Meet the Chaplains

Get Support

We all need a little extra help sometimes. At Williams, it’s easy to find. CSS is always on call to tend to the collective safety of our campus. Tutors and advisors are here to ensure your academic success. Our health and well-being services provide comprehensive support for your mental and physical health. And the accessible education team makes sure you have everything you need to succeed both in and out of the classroom.