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Strategic visioning for areas of academic distinction continues
Categories: University AnnouncementsA message shared on behalf of the Office of the Provost Last spring, the Office of the Provost launched a visioning process for the five areas of academic distinction outlined in the Strategic Framework. Wake Forest faculty and staff have been working together […]
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Nate Plageman appointed next Faculty Athletics Representative
President Susan R. Wente has named Nate Plageman, associate professor of history and coordinator of the African studies minor, as the University’s next Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR). Plageman began serving as the FAR designee on July 1, 2025, working alongside Pete Brubaker, current FAR and […]
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Help shape AI’s future at Wake Forest
The Center for Analytics Impact in conjunction with the Center for the Advancement of Teaching, the Provost’s Office and IS has launched 2 AI Usage and Attitudes surveys. One is for faculty and the other is for Staff. The survey was launched last Friday with […]
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WFDD wins prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award
Categories: Awards & Recognition88.5 WFDD has been honored with a national Edward R. Murrow Award from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) in the “Investigative Reporting” category for its role in the story “Sold on a Promise.” “Sold on a Promise” is a special two-part investigative series jointly produced […]
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Community ballet program now registering for Fall 2025
The Community Ballet program at Wake Forest will begin its next term on September 9, 2025. Classes are held once per week and serve children ages 4–18, with a dedicated eight-week program for adults. Founded more than 35 years ago, Community Ballet has provided quality […]
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Forbes recognizes Wake Forest named as one of ‘America’s Best Employers for Women’
Categories: UncategorizedWake Forest is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Women in 2025. The University ranks 45 out of 700, and it is one of only two North Carolina employers on the list. Each year, Forbes partners with market research […]
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Laura Minton named Acquavella Director of University Art Galleries and Collections
Laura Minton (’11) has been appointed the Acquavella Director of University Art Galleries and Collections at Wake Forest, effective September 15, 2025. In this role, Minton will oversee the newly renovated Charlotte and Philip Hanes Art Gallery, the stArt Gallery for student art, and University […]
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Faculty Senate announces new executive committee: First meeting Aug. 27
Categories: University AnnouncementsThe Faculty Senate—the faculty body responsible for shared governance across Wake Forest’s academic operations—has announced its new executive committee for 2025-26: The Faculty Senate reflects Wake Forest’s traditions of community, integrity, and inclusion. Comprising representatives from every school, along with ex officio members including the […]
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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.