The University Counseling Center and Office of Wellbeing are partnering to providesuicide prevention training to the Wake Forest community. In-person trainings for students will be led by fellow students who are Wellbeing Ambassadors through the Office of Wellbeing. We offer virtual trainings for faculty/staff will […]
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This message is shared on behalf of Assistant Vice President & Chief of PoliceRegina Lawson. September is National Preparedness Month. At Wake Forest, the safety and wellbeing of our students, faculty and staff is our top priority. In partnership with University Marketing and Communications (
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The University recently learned that William “Bill” Conner passed away on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026. Bill served the University for nearly 34 years, retiring in 2022 as a professor in the Department of Biology. The Wake Forest community extends its condolences to Bill’s family […]
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The Office of the Provost has approved a major expansion of the Center for Entrepreneurship (CFE). Three new programs will serve faculty, alumni and the broader Wake Forest community. The CFE will also become the first center to carry a new Provost’s Office designation: Engagement […]
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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 longer with the University.
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The University will be hosting the Board of Visitors and other events across campus on September 17-18, 2026. Parking may be limited in preparation. Thursday, September 17, 2026 Faculty/Staff Parking Options: Friday, September 18, 2026 Faculty/Staff Parking Options:
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Wake Forest’s new 30-second institutional commercial brings a university campus to life in paper. Nearly 3,000 pieces of paper were cut, designed, engineered and assembled by hand. More than a creative choice, the handmade approach reflects Wake Forest’s commitment to developing leaders of character and […]
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The Wake Forest Board of Trustees invites you to the inauguration of our 15th president, Dr. Peter Rodriguez. On Friday, Oct. 30, the Wake Forest community will gather in Wait Chapel for the installation of President Rodriguez. Academic delegates, faculty, students, staff and alumni from […]
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Each year, the No Fear Battalion brings the Wake Forest and Winston-Salem communities together to honor the 2,977 people who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. The Climb to Remember offers participants the opportunity to walk or run 2,977 stairs at Allegacy Stadium, with […]
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The University recently learned that Jay Riedel passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026. Jay served the University for nearly 40 years, retiring in 2016 as a foreman in Facilities. The Wake Forest community extends its condolences to Jay’s family and friends. An obituary is […]
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