All Announcements
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Pro Humanitate in action: Wake Forest staff build 16 beds for local children
This message is shared on behalf of the Staff Advisory Council (SAC). What happens when 40 staff members from 18 different departments step away from their desks for 2 hours and…
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Ebony Flowers chosen as a 2026 Howard Foundation Fellow
Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Ebony Flowers was recently selected as a 2026 Howard Foundation Fellow. The George A. and Eliza Gardner Howard Foundation is an independent agency administered by Brown…
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Erin Henslee to speak at annual American Society for Engineering Education conference
Associate Professor of Engineering Erin Henslee has been named the Distinguished Speaker for the American Society for Engineering Education’s (ASEE) annual conference Commission on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (CDEI). Taking place…
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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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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 transitioning to new retirement plan recordkeeper
This messages is shared on behalf of Mary Lucal, Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer Dear Faculty, Staff, and Retirees, Wake Forest is committed to providing you with the tools…
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Parking availability: Board of Visitors
The University will be hosting the Divinity Board of Visitors on March 19, 2026. In preparation, parking may be limited. Additional parking options: Thursday, March 19, 2026 Faculty/Staff Parking Options: Friday, March 20,…
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Deborah Best honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
Psychology Research Professor Deborah (Debbie) Best (’70, MA in Psychology ’72) recently received the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award of the Society for Cross-Cultural Research. The award recognizes Best’s career-long contributions to…