Bob Lovett
We are saddened to announce that Robert (Bob) Lovett, professor emeritus of English, died Feb. 16. A memorial service will be held Feb. 29 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Winston-Salem.
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A message from the President’s Commission on Race, Equity and Community
Thank you to everyone who completed the survey for the institutional equity audit in the past week. Overall, 468 surveys were submitted, for an overall response rate of 4.02%. The survey is just one part of the auditor’s data collection process; they will also be holding individual interviews and a thorough document and artifact review in the next few weeks. Taken together, the data will contribute to a picture of the institution’s current position relative to its aspirations for a truly diverse and inclusive community.
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A message from President Hatch announcing funds raised for the United Way
President Hatch emailed this message to students, faculty and staff on February 17:
Through the generosity of Wake Forest faculty, staff and retirees, I am happy to report that our 2019 campus-wide United Way effort raised $283,951 in pledges and direct gifts, with 607 donors. My thanks to all who contributed to this annual campaign. Each of these gifts – whether large or small – represents an investment in our local community that builds capacity and addresses human need, helping to build a community that allows each of us to flourish. My sincere thanks to all. I am proud of our Wake Forest community.
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Attorney, advocate Benjamin Crump to speak in Pugh Auditorium on Feb. 12
Attorney and advocate Benjamin Crump will speak in Pugh Auditorium, Benson University Center on Feb. 12 at 6 p.m.
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Staff Advisory Council seeking nominations for new members
The following message was e-mailed to staff on behalf of the Staff Advisory Council on Feb. 11 by Wake Forest Communications and External Relations: Dear WFU Staff, The Staff Advisory Council (SAC) is soliciting nominations for new members! The SAC, formed in 2006 by President […]
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Faculty books: January 2020
Wake Forest University faculty members Rémi Fournier Lanzoni, Amanda Gengler and Roberta Morosini published books in January 2020.
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Emily Neese to speak at Feb. 12 Staff Advisory Council Meeting
Emily Neese, vice president of strategy and operations, will speak at the Feb. 12 meeting of the Staff Advisory Council (SAC). She will share updates building and construction projects on and off campus.
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A message from President Hatch
President Hatch emailed the following message to students, faculty and staff on Feb. 10: Dear faculty, staff and students, Each year, Wake Forest gathers for Founders’ Day Convocation to observe the University’s founding in February 1834. This year, an extensively revised Founders’ Day Convocation will […]
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Provost Kersh to present annual address to the University on Feb. 11
At the invitation of the Faculty Senate, Provost Rogan Kersh will give his annual address to the University on Feb. 11 at 4 p.m. in Pugh Auditorium, Benson University Center.
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Allison McWilliams: Mentoring as Advising
Allison McWilliams is assistant vice president, mentoring and alumni personal & career development. She writes occasional articles for Inside WFU. This is her second for the spring semester. In each, she shares observations and suggestions with faculty and staff from her professional experiences with students.
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