News for the Wake Forest community
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Founders Day 2026: Take a stroll through Wake Forest history
Founders Day will take place on Thursday, Feb. 19, at 4 p.m. in Wait Chapel. The celebration includes remarks from President Susan R. Wente, the annual senior oration, the presentation of the Medallion of Merit to Drs. Julie A. Freischlag and J. Wayne Meredith (MD […]
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2026 Commencement and Baccalaureate speakers announced
Categories: University AnnouncementsBallet dancer, author and founder Misty Copeland, who made history as the first Black woman to become a principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre, will deliver Wake Forest’s commencement address on Monday, May 18. The ceremony will take place on Hearn Plaza and begins […]
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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 are no longer with the University.
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Faculty promotions announced
Categories: University AnnouncementsCongratulations to Wake Forest faculty who have received promotions, effective July 1.
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May 13 is last day for payroll deduction gift to the Arts Council
Categories: University AnnouncementsThe following message was emailed to faculty and staff on Mat 13 on behalf of the Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County:Monday, May 13, is the final day to make a payroll deduction gift to The Arts Council.
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A message from President Hatch
Categories: University AnnouncementsPresident Nathan Hatch emailed this message to students, faculty and staff on May 13: As another academic year comes to a close and we break from our normal rhythm, we have an opportunity to reflect on our experiences.
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HELPS offering weight management program in
Categories: University Announcementshis is a guest post from HELPS:Do you want to lose weight, but aren’t sure where to start? We can help! Our six-month weight management program is offered to full-time, permanent Wake Forest University employees free of charge.
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Conference on the intersections of poetry, science and art, May 13-16
Categories: University AnnouncementsArt and science will come together at Entanglements: A Conference on the Intersections of Poetry, Science, and Art next week from May 13-16. The 2019 Reynolda Conference at Wake Forest will bring together a diverse range of 10 leading poets, scientists, artists, and scholars […]
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Alumni Engagement Office to present Camp Third Act program May 31-June 1
Categories: University AnnouncementsThis is a guest post for staff and faculty from the Office of Alumni Engagement:The Office of Alumni Engagement invites you to attend Camp Third Act, a signature program to help you contemplate the “third act” of your life.
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Berenhaut receives award for mentoring undergraduates
Categories: University AnnouncementsProfessor of Mathematics and Statistics Kenneth Berenhaut has been given the 2019 Advanced Career Mentoring Award from the Math and Computer Sciences Division of the Council on Undergraduate Research. The organization announced, recently, that Berenhaut and two others had been given the awards.
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Ozioma Obi-Onuoha
Categories: University Announcementshis announcement was emailed by President Hatch to students, faculty and staff on May 8:Dear Wake Forest Students, Faculty and Staff,I am saddened to inform you that Ozioma (Ozi) Obi-Onuoha, a first-year law student from Raleigh, N.C., has died.
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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.