All Announcements
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Christa Colyer to deliver April 2 Annual Poteat Lecture
Known for her innovative teaching style and remarkable devotion to her students, Chemistry Professor Christa Colyer will present the 26th Annual Poteat Lecture. Colyer’s lecture will take place on Thursday, April…
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Staff Advisory Council nominations due April 3
The following message is shared on behalf of the Wake Forest University Staff Advisory Council. The SAC seeks nominations for new members, deadline is Friday, April 3rd at 5:00pm Are you…
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Marcus Sanderlin named as one of Triad Business Journal’s 40 Under 40
Office of Leadership Engagement Director Marcus Sanderlin was recently named to the Triad Business Journal’s 2026 class of 40 Under 40 award winners. Presented annually, the Triad Business Journal’s 40 Under…
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IS accessibility leader featured by national EDUCAUSE podcast
Information Systems Director of Technology Accessibility, Eudora Struble, was recently interviewed for EDUCAUSE’s “Exchange” series. Her work on the AI/Accessibility interview highlights Wake Forest’s commitment to accessibility and reputation as a…
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Christa Colyer and Anna Henley recognized by the 2025 College Board of Visitors for their leadership
Professor of Chemistry Christa Colyer has been awarded the 2025 College Board of Visitors Faculty Leadership Award for her commitment to compassionate leadership in both her research and her teaching. Associate Director of Academic Affairs Anna…
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How Professor Jed Macosko turned his classroom into an AI laboratory
What if a final paper wasn’t a paper at all, but a custom digital brain built by the students themselves? Learn how Wake Forest Physics professor Jed Macosko turned his classroom into an…
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Retired faculty member James Barefield has passed away
The university recently learned that Professor Emeritus of History James Pierce Barefield passed on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. James served the University for over 40 years, retiring in 2004. James’s passion…
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Staff member Rick Davis has passed away
Rick Davis passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. Rick served as supervisor of custodial services with Facilities and dedicated 13 years of service to the University. “Rick was a true…
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Wake Up to possibility
Wake Forest launches first-ever University-level marketing campaign to amplify academic reputation Wake Forest is launching a bold new chapter in its story of academic excellence with the introduction of The Wake…
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Special Collections & Archives brings together classic literature and Halloween fun with “A Gothic Romance Event”
Continuing spooky season on campus and only two days after the success of Project Pumpkin, “A Gothic Romance Event” is taking place Thursday, Oct. 30, from 3:30–5:30 p.m. in ZSR’s Special…
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Former faculty member Phyllis Trible has passed away
The University recently learned that Phyllis Trible passed away on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. Phyllis served the University in several roles throughout her lifetime, teaching in both the Department of Religion…
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Project Pumpkin brings joy despite the rain: Faculty and staff join in the fun
The rain didn’t dampen the spirit of this beloved Wake Forest tradition. Hundreds of children from the community came to campus for a festive afternoon of games, treats, and Halloween fun.…
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Former staff member Lillian Shelton has passed away
The University recently learned that Lillian Shelton (MALS ’06) passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. Lillian served as the longtime director of the Secrest Artists Series, retiring in 2013 after…