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Humanities Institute publication: “How We Know, What We Know: The Humanities Responds to Pandemic”
Categories: University AnnouncementsIn November 2020, the Wake Forest University Humanities Institute released “How We Know, What We Know: Humanities Responds to Pandemic.” This collection of essays by Wake Forest faculty was commissioned by the Humanities Institute at the end of spring 2020; it includes historical, critical, interpretive and reflective essays from across the humanities, shedding light on the…
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Juneteenth is now a University holiday
Categories: University AnnouncementsBeginning in calendar year 2021, Wake Forest University will recognize Juneteenth as a university holiday. Juneteenth honors and commemorates the freedom and emancipation of enslaved individuals and has been celebrated as a holiday by Black communities since the late 1880s. The observance of Juneteenth as a University holiday is a small and important recognition that reflects on…
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Updates from HR: Wellbeing resources for faculty and staff
Categories: University AnnouncementsWake Forest University Human Resources shared information about wellbeing resources for faculty and staff, including the employee assistance program, the Chaplain’s Emergency Fund, a WFU Parents and Caregivers Support Group, behavioral health benefits and the Thrive Remotely resource hub.
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Update on Spring 2021
Categories: University AnnouncementsThis message was sent to faculty and staff. Dear faculty and staff colleagues, Great to see more than 450 of you on our health/safety update yesterday. As we close a semester filled with extraordinary challenges, we want to reiterate President Hatch’s message of gratitude […]
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After 12 Years, WFDD’s BackPack Campaign remains a symbol of community support
Categories: University Announcements88.5 WFDD has concluded its annual BackPack Campaign, reaching its goal to contribute to the filling of 1,300 backpacks of food for children at risk of hunger, thanks to listeners’ support. The backpacks were made possible through the support of Kaplan Early Learning Company and will be distributed through Second Harvest Food Bank’s BackPack Program; they will…
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2021 OptumRx prescription drug changes
Categories: University AnnouncementsWake Forest University Human Resources emailed the following message to faculty and staff who have elected to receive medical coverage through Wake Forest University for calendar year 2021; those enrolled in the medical plan for 2021 are automatically enrolled in the OptumRx prescription drug plan. As a reminder, we have included two important plan updates below that…
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Take your PTO, you deserve it: My top 5 tips to really recuperate this holiday season
Categories: University AnnouncementsTaking purposeful time away from work is critical for avoiding burnout. The Chronicle provides excellent suggestions for having a restorative holiday break during the pandemic, including using this time away to enjoy a digital detox, embark on a challenge, and rejoice in spite of the imperfections caused by the pandemic. Here are my top tips –…
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A winter weather-related message for Reynolda Campus faculty and staff
Categories: University AnnouncementsA Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the Winston-Salem area tomorrow morning. Faculty and staff are encouraged to stay alert to weather forecasts. Due to the potential for ice accumulation, travel conditions on Wednesday morning may be difficult in certain areas. University employees should […]
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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.