W&M Renames University Center after Sam Sadler
William & Mary College announced the renaming of the University Center as the Sadler Center. Brother Sam Sadler (VA Psi, ’64) has worked at the College since 1967. Sam has served 19 years as the Vice President for Student Affairs – and will be retiring this summer.
Michael K. Powell, Rector of the College, made the surprise announcement during William and Mary’s graduation ceremony. The ceremony was the 31st consecutive commencement Sadler has organized.
“There are few buildings on campus that are frequented more often by students or more recognizable than the University Center,” Powell said. “And there are few individuals who give as much to this College than Sam Sadler. Now, when students enter this building, they will forever be reminded of a man who devoted his life to his alma mater and to this student body. It is with great pleasure we rename this facility the Sadler Center.” Sadler guided the planning and design of the University Center which was dedicated in 1993.
Sadler was beloved by students, providing leadership, optimism, and guiding students at William and Mary. On April 18, W&M honored Sam with a day commerating his service.
See video of the Sam Sadler Celebration
Tributes to Sam
See Sam's comments on commencement | 
