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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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,…
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Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character to host Valentine’s food drive
A message from the Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character Did you know that 1 in 6 people in Northwest North Carolina is food insecure? Even more startling, 1 in 5…
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2026 Reynolda campus faculty book publications: January
The following titles represent recently published works from current and retired Wake Forest faculty members. Spanning disciplines across the arts, humanities, sciences, and professional schools, these publications reflect a breadth and…
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Campus Climate Survey on Sexual Misconduct launches Jan. 29
On Thursday, Jan. 29, Wake Forest University launched the Campus Climate Survey on Sexual Misconduct. The survey builds on the University’s 2022 campus climate survey and reflects an ongoing, proactive commitment…
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