All Announcements
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Faculty and staff proposals funded, February-April 2026
Congratulations to the following Wake Forest faculty and staff members whose proposals were funded through February 2026 and April 2026.
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Building dreams: Join the SAC Pro Humanitate project
This message is shared on behalf of SAC. This June, the Staff Advisory Council (SAC) invites the campus community to pick up a hammer for a cause. As part of our…
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Amanda Vincent receives distinguished book award
French Studies Associate Professor Amanda Vincent was recently awarded the 2026 Elisabeth Blair MacDougall Book Award by the Society of Architectural Historians for her book, “Constructing Gardens, Cultivating the City: Paris’…
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Testing of the Wake Alert emergency system on Feb. 18
Wake Forest will test its emergency alert systems on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 9 a.m. The tests are required to ensure that the University’s emergency notifications are operating properly. No action…
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Tim Silva honored for work with Department of Counseling
Admissions and Student Support Manager Tim Silva (’09, MA in Counseling ’11) was recently recognized for his service to the Department of Counseling and to the Pi Alpha Chapter of Chi…
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A tradition of hospitality: The Graylyn Estate featured in Our State magazine
Our State magazine recently spotlighted The Graylyn Estate in a feature that highlights the enduring tradition of hospitality that defines the historic boutique hotel and conference center. The story explores how…
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Wake Forest named one of America’s best large employers by Forbes
Wake Forest University has been named one of America’s Best Large Employers 2026 by Forbes, in partnership with market research firm Statista. The recognition places Wake Forest among 700 organizations nationwide…
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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…
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2026 Commencement and Baccalaureate speakers announced
Ballet 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…
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Comings and Goings
See 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…
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2026 #NoMouse Challenge
Take the #NoMouse Challenge, Feb. 9-15 Faculty and staff are invited to take the #NoMouse Challenge, a global initiative promoting accessible web design. Spend just 10 minutes navigating websites using only…
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UNCF to honor President Susan R. Wente with Luminary Award
UNCF announced it will present President Susan R. Wente with the Luminary Award for her “embodiment of UNCF’s mission” at the second annual Triad “A Mind Is….” event on Feb. 7.…
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Wake Forest Facilities team answers the call in winter weather
After an unusual stretch of back-to-back snow and ice in Winston-Salem, Wake Forest’s Facilities team stepped up in a big way. Working tirelessly in cold and challenging conditions, they plowed snow,…