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UMC and Magazine win top honors for shining a light on Wake Forest
Wake Forest is fortunate to have a talented team of writers, photographers, designers, videographers, marketers and storytellers working behind the scenes to bring the University’s story to life. Their work plays…
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Chemistry Professor John Lukesh’s redesigned lab expands undergraduate research possibilities
John Lukesh, associate professor and director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Chemistry, set out to create a course that would allow all of his students to benefit from a…
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Wake Forest launches new journal focused on service-learning and community engagement
The Office of Civic and Community Engagement, in partnership with North Carolina Campus Engagement, announced the launch of Catalyst: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Service-Learning and Community Engagement on July 23, 2026. The journal’s…
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Nell Jessup Newton to continue as interim provost into 2026-27 academic year
This message is shared on behalf of President Susan R. Wente. Dear Wake Forest community, I am pleased to share that Dr. Nell Jessup Newton has agreed to continue serving as…
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Staying informed: Measles awareness and prevention
The Campus Health Committee recently shared important information about measles awareness and prevention. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to review the message and visit the Campus Health website for additional…
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Update on presidential search
This message is sent on behalf of Curt Farmer and Jeanne Whitman Bobbitt, co-chairs of the Presidential Search Committee. Dear Wake Forest community: We are writing today to provide an update…
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Champions of Change celebrated at annual Campus Sustainability Awards
On Wednesday, March 18, students, faculty, and staff gathered in the Reynolda Hall for the 13th annual Champions of Change Awards ceremony. A record number of 17 awardees were honored for their outstanding contributions to…
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New lecture series honors the work of Professor Emeritus W. Jack Rejeski
The W. Jack Rejeski Distinguished Lecture Series was recently established to honor the extraordinary career and lasting impact of W. Jack Rejeski, professor emeritus in Health and Exercise Science. Over an…
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Business Professor Douglas Johnson integrates service in leadership course
In the spirit of Pro Humanitate, Business Professor Douglas Johnson and students recently assembled outside Farrell Hall to construct beds for A Bed and A Book, a North Carolina-based nonprofit organization…
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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 extended to April 17
The following message is shared on behalf of the Wake Forest University Staff Advisory Council. The SAC seeks nominations for new members, deadline is extended to Friday, April 17 at 5:00…
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Retired staff member Leon Farrow has passed away
The University recently learned that Leon Farrow passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Leon served the University for over 12 years as a night audit clerk in Graylyn. The Wake…
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Wake wonders: Inside the Graylyn estate
Take a closer look at the Graylyn estate with five things to know about this Wake Forest historical site. Located just down the road from Wake Forest University, Graylyn offers a…
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