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Striving for inclusive excellence: RIDE workshops
On June 9, 2020, Wake Forest University officially launched its Inclusive Excellence Framework, called RIDE: Realizing Inclusion, Diversity and Equity. To further engage campus leadership working toward inclusive excellence at Wake Forest, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) will offer several learning opportunities for faculty/staff leaders and student leaders to dive deeper into the framework.
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Brian Colson, transportation & parking services staff member, has died
Categories: University AnnouncementsWe are saddened to announce that Brian Colson, a member of the transportation and parking services staff, died early this morning. Colson joined Wake Forest’s staff in 2017 and worked as a shuttle driver. We grieve his death and extend our condolences to his family […]
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ODI to host faculty/staff “Welcome and Affinity Experience”
The Office of Diversity & Inclusion invites all Wake Forest faculty and staff to join the virtual “Welcome and Affinity Experience” to welcome new faculty and staff with underrepresented identities. This is an opportunity to learn about affinity groups and resources and to create a sense of connection and community.
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HR update: Flu shot policy and dates
Categories: University AnnouncementsWake Forest University is offering free flu shots to all faculty, staff and retirees Sept. 21 through Oct. 19. This year the University has implemented a new Mandatory Influenza Vaccine Policy. Universal immunization against influenza during the COVID-19 era will help reduce the burden on resources of the healthcare systems on and off campus while promoting…
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Free, online webinar on housing loss in Forsyth County
Categories: University AnnouncementsLast week, the University news office posted a story sharing Wake Forest’s research contribution to a groundbreaking study on housing loss. The study was conducted by New America, an organization based in Washington, DC. The report looks at housing loss nationwide and spotlights Forsyth County, (one of three deep-dive counties in the study) to determine who is most impacted and…
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Proposals funded: Magjuka, Joshi
Categories: University AnnouncementsCongratulations to Wake Forest University staff member Marianne Magjuka and faculty member Amol Joshi on each of their funded research proposals.
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Virtual wellbeing coaching available to faculty, staff, students
Categories: University AnnouncementsThe Office of Wellbeing is now offering free, one-on-one wellbeing coaching to faculty, staff and students. Wellbeing coaching is an evidence-based practice designed to help individuals reach their personal health and wellbeing goals. Certified health coaches apply motivational strategies and practical skills to partner with […]
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Proposals funded: Muday, Yazdani, Comstock-Ferguson
Categories: University AnnouncementsCongratulations to Wake Forest University faculty Gloria Muday, Saami Yazdani and Lindsay Comstock-Ferguson on each of their funded research proposals.
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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.