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Networking: A good thing for professionals and leaders
Categories: Personal & Career DevelopmentA guest post from Wake Forest’s Professional Development Center (PDC) Networking can be a polarizing topic. Just the sight of the word “networking” can bring up all sorts of different ideas and connotations. “Brown Noser” “Business Card Collector” “Relationship Builder” “Only for Extraverts” No doubt, […]
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Here’s how WFU will communicate with you in the event of an emergency
In collaboration with Wake Forest University Police (UPD), University Marketing and Communication (UMC) assists in communicating what actions to take in an emergency. Here’s how emergency communications are shared and what you can do to stay informed. Wake Alert Wake Alert is […]
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Family Weekend volunteers needed
Wake Forest University Family Weekend will be held Sept. 27-29. More than 3,000 guests will be on campus for this event. The Family Weekend planning committee is requesting support to provide an exceptional Wake Forest experience for our students and families throughout the weekend. Sign […]
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WFU security officer Sergio Ward has passed away
Categories: University AnnouncementsWe are saddened to share that Wake Forest University Security Officer Gary Anthony Ward (Sergio) passed away on August 21 after a short illness at the age of 53. In addition to his 18 years of service at Wake Forest, Ward was a DJ for […]
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Creating a welcoming & accessible experience in Canvas
Categories: Inclusive ExcellenceCanvas is Wake Forest’s learning management system, offering faculty a variety of tools to teach, share materials and create interactive opportunities for all types of teaching. A new, self-directed training course is now available to discover effective ways to make Canvas courses more accessible for […]
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Administrative actions in response to after-action review
Categories: University AnnouncementsIn May 2024, President Susan R. Wente charged a committee of faculty, staff and administrators with conducting an after-action review of the university’s response to the encampment demonstration that occurred from April 30 through May 3. The After-Action Review Committee’s work, including its charge, […]
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Policy provides guidance on University resources and political activity
Categories: University AnnouncementsWake Forest has a long history of being acknowledged for its role in promoting civic engagement. For example, Deacs Decide, a collaborative program run by the Office of Civic and Community Engagement, builds engagement and understanding around the political process. With this fall’s election […]
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Comings and Goings
Categories: University AnnouncementsSee the list of employees who recently joined or left the University. We look forward to working with new Wake Forest employees and appreciate the service of those who have moved on.
