President Susan R. Wente shared a message with the campus community announcing that Dr. Julie A. Freischlag will retire at the end of 2025 as CEO and chief academic officer of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, chief academic officer and executive vice president of Advocate […]
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The Wake Forest men’s and women’s track and field programs will host the 2025 Wake Forest Invitational track meet on Thursday. April 17 through Friday, April 18 at Kentner Stadium on the Reynolda Campus. Please be aware that a starter gun will be used and may […]
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The University recently learned that Professor Emerita Claudia Thomas Kairoff passed away on Friday, April 4. Claudia retired from Wake Forest in 2022 after 35 years of service as a professor of English. In addition to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, she served as chair […]
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The University recently learned that former staff member Judith Melton passed away on Saturday, March 15. Judith served for 19 years, retiring in 2024 as a clerical assistant in athletics. The Wake Forest community extends our condolences to Judith’s family and friends. A service for […]
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The University recently learned that former staff member David Joyner passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024. David served for 14 years, retiring in 2020 as a transportation assistant with Graylyn. The Wake Forest community extends our condolences to David’s family and friends. A service […]
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Space Planning Update On the first Thursday of each month, the Space Planning Project Team brings you an update on Wake Forest’s space planning efforts and opportunities for you to provide your feedback: Spaceplanning.wfu.edu has a new look: the Space Planning […]
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The Center for Global Programs and Studies recently announced new program directors for Wake Forest’s study abroad houses in Europe. Since acquiring its first overseas residence in 1971—a historic site on the Grand Canal in Venice—Wake Forest has expanded its global presence with residences in […]
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The Grounds, a transformative 100-acre mixed-use development near Deacon Boulevard, is entering an exciting new phase of infrastructure enhancements centered on environmental restoration, connectivity, and pedestrian-friendly design. These foundational improvements not only support the future of the development but also offer lasting benefits to the […]
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The University is sad to share that Facilities and Campus Services staff member, Patrick “Pat” Johnston passed away on March 22. He was 56 years old. Mr. Johnston served Wake Forest as a construction team member for 10 years. He is survived by his wife Annalisa […]
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Former staff member Henrianne “Henny” Wakefield, passed away on Wednesday, February 12. Henny served as coordinator for IRB Administration and completed six years of service before retiring from the University in 2008. The Wake Forest community extends our condolences to Henny’s family and friends. An […]
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