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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Soriano named Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Fellow
Categories: University AnnouncementsChristina Soriano, associate provost for the arts, has been named a 2019-2020 Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Fellow. Soriano, who is also associate professor of dance and director of the University’s dance program, is one of eight change-makers in the United States who will begin a one-year fellowship at the Kennedy Center Arts Summit on April 29.
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A message from President Hatch
Categories: University AnnouncementsPresident Nathan Hatch emailed this message to students, faculty and staff on April 22. Dear Wake Forest students, faculty and staff, On Easter Sunday morning, as Christians around the globe gathered to celebrate their holiest of days, we once again were faced with the news […]
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Tornado watch extended to 8 p.m. April 19 for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County area
Categories: University AnnouncementsThe National Weather Service tornado watch for the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County area has been extended until 8 p.m. Friday, April 19. A tornado watch means tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area.
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Tornado watch issued today, April 19, for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County area
Categories: University AnnouncementsWake Forest University activated the Wake Alert system today, April 19, to inform students, faculty and staff of a tornado watch. Information was distributed in many ways to the campus community. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado watch for the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County […]
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Severe storms possible Friday, April 19; stay informed about weather
Categories: University AnnouncementsThis announcement was emailed to students, faculty and staff on the morning of April 19 to students, faculty and staff:Students, faculty and staff are encouraged today, April 19, to stay informed on weather conditions. Unstable weather is forecast for the Winston-Salem area. Storms are possible today, including in the afternoon and evening. Some storms could be…
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Faculty books: March 2019
Categories: University Announcementshe following is the faculty books report for March 2019:Arthur, Shawn. (Study of Religions). Contemporary Religions in China. Routledge. 2019.
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Tornado watch update: Watch extended until 5 a.m. Monday, April 15
Categories: University AnnouncementsAn updated announcement on the weather, including an extended tornado watch, was announced to students, faculty and staff by the Wake Alert notification system on the evening of April 14: A tornado watch for the Winston-Salem area, including Wake Forest University, is in effect until […]
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Tornado watch issued today, April 14, for Wake Forest University area
Categories: University AnnouncementsThe National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Winston-Salem and other nearby areas today, April 14. This includes Wake Forest University.A tornado watch means tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area.
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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.