Professor Steve Folmar: A career reflection
After 34 years at Wake Forest University, Associate Professor of Anthropology Steve Folmar sits down to reflect on a career defined by discovery and human connection. Originally intending to be a chemist, Folmar describes how one “eccentric” professor changed his life’s path, leading to decades of fieldwork and teaching.
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Spring 2026 edition of Global Gauge
Global Wake Forest recently released the Spring 2026 edition of Global Gauge, a semesterly publication showcasing the breadth and impact of University initiatives. While the featured stories represent a snapshot of the global engagement taking place…
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University Police earns national accreditation
The Wake Forest University Police Department has earned accreditation from the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA), the leading authority on campus public safety. Through a comprehensive review process,…
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Staff Advisory Council members for 2026-27
The Staff Advisory Council (SAC) recognizes with grateful appreciation our outgoing SAC President, Stephanie Carter-Atkins, and Vice President, Ashley Hawkins Parham, both of whom served from 2020-2026. We also thank our outgoing SAC…
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Pro Humanitate in action: Wake Forest staff build 16 beds for local children
This message is shared on behalf of the Staff Advisory Council (SAC). What happens when 40 staff members from 18 different departments step away from their desks for 2 hours and…
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Ebony Flowers chosen as a 2026 Howard Foundation Fellow
Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Ebony Flowers was recently selected as a 2026 Howard Foundation Fellow. The George A. and Eliza Gardner Howard Foundation is an independent agency administered by Brown…