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The following update is provided by Julia Jackson-Newsom, Associate Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs. Transitions in federal administration at the executive and legislative branches typically result in a spectrum of regulatory and legislative changes. The breadth of and speed with which administrative changes […]

This message sent on behalf of Provost Michele Gillespie and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Jacqueline A. Travisano. Dear faculty and staff colleagues, We are excited to announce the kickoff of our annual WakeUnited Campaign!  WakeUnited supports the United Way of Forsyth […]

President Wente sent messages to the campus community regarding election week emphasizing empathy, patience and our academic mission. Read the messages here.

The impact of Hurricane and Tropical Storm Helene has been catastrophic, with entire communities in western North Carolina and across the Southeast now facing the daunting task of recovery and rebuilding. “We are deeply saddened by the devastation and loss of life caused by Helene,” […]

This message was sent by President Susan R. Wente and Provost Michele Gillespie.Dear members of the Wake Forest community:  We write to update you on several events planned for Monday, October 7.  We recognize that this date is significant for many reasons and to many […]

Demand for a Wake Forest education is at an all-time high. “The Class of 2028 was selected from a record applicant pool of 18,735, a seven percent increase over last year,” said Eric Maguire, vice president for enrollment. “Twenty-two percent of applicants were selected for […]

President Susan R. Wente sent a message to the campus community outlining the latest steps in academic and campus space improvements. This includes an update from Carter and Front Street Capital on plans for “The Grounds” on 100 acres of University-owned property east of […]

Wake Forest is beginning to take action on its near-term Central Campus space plan as part of its strategy to renew academic and student support spaces. The first step will be the renovation of most of Alumni Hall into academic space, bringing the departments […]

Each year, Wake Forest bestows its highest honor, the Medallion of Merit on a deserving member of the Wake Forest community. The Medallion is awarded during the annual Founders Day ceremony. Wake Forest community members are welcome to nominate potential recipients of this […]

Wake Forest plans significant investment in academic and student spaces over next 7 years This year, Wake Forest will take action on its near-term Reynolda Campus space plan as part of a holistic strategy to renew academic and student support spaces. The plan aims […]