Peter Rodriguez named 15th president of Wake Forest University
The Board of Trustees of Wake Forest University announced the appointment of Peter Rodriguez as the University’s 15th President. A distinguished economist and transformative academic leader, Rodriguez currently serves as the dean of Rice University’s School of Business.
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Professor Emerita Claudia Thomas Kairoff has passed away
The University recently learned that Professor Emerita Claudia Thomas Kairoff passed away on Friday, April 4. Claudia retired from Wake Forest in 2022 after 35 years of service as a professor…
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Former staff member Judith Melton has passed away
The University recently learned that former staff member Judith Melton passed away on Saturday, March 15. Judith served for 19 years, retiring in 2024 as a clerical assistant in athletics. The…
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Former staff member David Joyner has passed away
The University recently learned that former staff member David Joyner passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024. David served for 14 years, retiring in 2020 as a transportation assistant with Graylyn. …
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Space planning project team shares updates and opportunities to engage
Space Planning Update On the first Thursday of each month, the Space Planning Project Team brings you an update on Wake Forest’s space planning efforts and opportunities for you to provide…
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‘The Laws of the Dead’: new podcast episode from the School of Law
The latest episode of The Legal Deac podcast, produced by Wake Forest Law, is now available. Death in the US can be one of the most complex aspects of modern life, and caring for the dead takes…