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Wake Forest represented at inaugural Global Senior Leadership Symposium

Wake Forest University Associate Provost for Global Affairs Kline Harrison, Director of Global Abroad Programs Jessica Francis and Assistant Dean of Global Study Away David Taylor were recently selected from a competitive applicant pool to participate in the inaugural Global Senior Leadership Symposium on Dec. 15 and 16. The forum is hosted by EF Education First, the Forum on Education Abroad and the Association of International Education Administrators, in partnership with EF’s educational partner, the Nobel Prize Museum. The Global Senior Leadership Symposium is a unique opportunity for higher education leaders to collaborate with a global network of peers, explore international strategies from various cultural perspectives and discuss the role of education abroad and global mobility within higher education.

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Reminders: Benefits, compensation and PTO

The following message is shared on behalf of Wake Forest University Human Resources; it appeared in the department’s winter break reminders email to faculty and staff. Faculty and staff may now view their 2021 benefit elections in Workday by visiting the Benefits worklet in Workday.

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A message of thanks from the United Way Campaign

Sent on behalf of President Hatch and Brad Shugoll (Campaign Chair): Today, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our campus community. Collectively through your efforts, we raised $256,334 for our 2020 United Way campaign. This total speaks to your generosity even amidst hardship. Thank you for rising to this moment and answering the call. We know that these donations are just a part of what you have contributed to our community over the past several months. Thank you for all you have done as volunteers, donors and civic leaders. 

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Winter break: SneezSafe, return to campus and Faculty and Staff Clinic

The following message is shared on behalf of Wake Forest University Human Resources; it appeared in the department’s winter break reminders email to faculty and staff. Faculty and staff who anticipate needing to access campus at any time are required to complete the daily wellness screening through SneezSafe and comply with all University policies and protocols, including those that require use of face coverings and social distancing. Colleagues who do not anticipate needing access to campus during this intermittent break should still continue to monitor wellness using SneezSafe.

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Greene Hall sidewalk closure and Wingate Road maintenance

Facilities and Campus Services announced two service alerts for the the campus community: The sidewalk in front of Greene Hall along Wingate Road will be closed due to construction beginning on Monday, Dec. 14, at 8 a.m. and will remain closed through Thursday, Dec. 31, at 5 p.m. Additionally, traffic on Wingate Road at Calloway Hall will be redirected due to maintenance work from Tuesday, Dec. 15 through Thursday, Dec. 17.

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Winter break dates, campus access and operations

The following message is shared on behalf of Wake Forest University Human Resources; it appeared in the department’s winter break reminders email to faculty and staff. As a reminder, the University will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020 through Friday, Jan. 1, 2021, for winter break. Departments may offer administrative leave for early dismissal on Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 3 p.m. or two hours before the end of the regularly scheduled shift.

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Winter break and COVID-19 prevention

The following message is shared on behalf of Wake Forest University Human Resources; it appeared in the department’s winter break reminders email to faculty and staff. As many of us take a well-deserved break this holiday season, your health and wellbeing continue to be our top priority and concern. Cases of COVID-19 are increasing significantly in our area and across the country. You can reduce the likelihood of your exposure to COVID-19 by following the CDC’s guidance on the Three Ws, limit the number of individuals with whom you spend time, always wear a face covering when with others who do not live in your home, and avoid gatherings where meals are served.

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Important Title IX updates for faculty and staff

Recently, the U.S. Department of Education made substantial changes to Title IX regulations, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex or gender in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. Such programs and activities must respond promptly to allegations of sexual harassment and discrimination. As a result, Wake Forest University updated its Title IX policy effective August 14, 2020. Please understand that the University’s number one priority remains the same: equity, fairness, access, safety and respect for the entire Wake Forest community.

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Tiffany Tate receives Winston Under 40 Leadership Award

Tiffany Tate, associate director for national engagement, University Advancement, has been recognized as a 2020 Winston Under 40 Leadership Award recipient. Honorees are individuals excelling in their field, contributing to the community and demonstrating strong leadership for Winston-Salem and Forsyth County.

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