Insider Perspectives: Maria Henson

Insider Perspectives is a new Inside WFU video interview series that spotlights Wake Forest faculty and staff. Each episode features a candid conversation highlighting personal experiences, professional insights, and reflections that help tell the story of our University community.

In this episode, Maria Henson, former editor of Wake Forest Magazine, reflects on her career, the stories that have shaped Wake Forest, and the legacy she leaves behind. Insider Perspectives is hosted by DeeDe Pinckney Holly, executive director of Internal Communications.

Together they explore:

• What drew Maria back to Wake Forest after her journalism career
• The power of long-lasting relationships and community on campus
• Behind-the-scenes insights into curating Wake Forest Magazine
• Her favorite stories and the legacy
• Hopes for the magazine’s future

Watch the full conversation to hear Maria’s reflections and celebrate her incredible contributions to Wake Forest.