Staff is invited to join the Staff Advisory Council for the Staff Appreciation Picnic on Friday, May 1, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. The picnic will feature great food, games, music, and giveaways. Shuttles will operate from 10:45 a.m.-2 p.m. […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition
Thurman D. Kitchin Professor of Chemistry Bruce King was recently named as an American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow. Being selected as an AAAS Fellow is a lifetime honor that recognizes long-time members whose work inspires and celebrates scientific excellence. Since joining […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition, Research & Discovery
The School of Business has been recognized as a winner of AACSB’s inaugural Global Impact Awards for creative and effective use of generative AI in teaching and learning. The Global Impact Awards honor individuals and institutions whose initiatives exemplify innovation, leadership, and measurable impact in business education and […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition
Wake Forest continues its investment in faculty leadership development through participation in the Atlantic Coast Conference Academic Leaders Network (ACC ALN), a selective, year-long fellowship that brings together faculty and academic administrators from across ACC institutions. Designed to strengthen leadership capacity and foster cross-institutional collaboration, […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition
The Wake Forest Disability Support Group, led by faculty chair Elena Pedigo Clark and staff chair Eudora Struble, has announced the winners of the 2026 Disability Champion Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions and service to the disability community across Wake Forest. These awards highlight departments and […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition
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 Wake Forest sustainability across seven categories: Embodying the Mission, Activating the Vision, […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition, Environment & Sustainability
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 impressive 46-year career, Rejeski built a legacy as an outstanding […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition, Happening at Wake, Research & Discovery
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 2, at 4 p.m. in ZSR Auditorium and is titled “Beyond Measure: Chemical […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition, Happening at Wake, Research & Discovery
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 40 awards recognize emerging leaders who help shape the region’s economic, civic, and professional […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition, Mentorship, Pro Humanitate
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 cross-cultural research and their significant impact on the field of psychology. She has been […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition