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Project Pumpkin brings joy despite the rain: Faculty and staff join in the fun
The rain didn’t dampen the spirit of this beloved Wake Forest tradition. Hundreds of children from the community came to campus for a festive afternoon of games, treats, and Halloween fun. Project Pumpkin is a student-run event, with faculty and staff joining in by hosting […]
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Former staff member Lillian Shelton has passed away
Categories: University AnnouncementsThe University recently learned that Lillian Shelton (MALS ’06) passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. Lillian served as the longtime director of the Secrest Artists Series, retiring in 2013 after nearly 28 years with the University. Her dedication and passion for the arts helped […]
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Fifth Annual Extreme Makeover: PDF Edition
Categories: University AnnouncementsThe WFU Technology Accessibility Team and the Accessible Content Working Group are sponsoring the fifth annual Extreme Makeover: PDF Edition. This initiative supports the mission of making campus websites and digital content more inclusive by eliminating inaccessible portable document format (PDF) files. This year, a […]
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Cybersecurity training reminder
A friendly reminder that the Annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month Training is currently available and is a required task for all faculty and staff. If you have not finished the module, please access the KnowBe4 portal using the link from the […]
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Alumni Hall renovations advance as part of Wake Forest’s Near-Term Space Plan
Alumni Hall Update As part of Wake Forest’s Near-Term Central Campus Space Plan and continued capital investments in academic and student support spaces, renovations to Alumni Hall are well underway. This project will transform the former administrative building into a dynamic academic hub for […]
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What you need to know: Project Pumpkin
Highlights and details for faculty and staff Project Pumpkin is one of the largest and most beloved annual traditions that brings the Wake Forest and Winston-Salem community together, with all proceeds directly supporting Wake Forest University Children’s Defense Fund Freedom School. With a Boardwalk […]
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Bookstore and Deacon Shop Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day
Categories: University AnnouncementsFaculty and staff are invited to join the Bookstore and Deacon Shop for a special Appreciation Day on Wednesday, Oct. 29. Enjoy exclusive savings and fun all day long—including 25% off drinkware and a free lunch tote with any purchase of $75 or more. Stop […]
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Faculty and staff proposals funded, September 2025
Congratulations to the following Wake Forest faculty and staff members whose proposals were funded in September 2025.
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Chaplain’s Emergency Fund
As you consider opportunities to give, the Chaplain’s Emergency Fund supports Wake Forest community members experiencing financial hardship.