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Former faculty member Shawn Arthur has passed away

The University recently learned that Shawn Arthur passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Shawn served the University for six years as a visiting assistant professor in the Department for the Study of Religions. The Wake Forest community extends its condolences to Shawn’s family and […]


Parking availability: Upcoming Events on Campus

The University will be hosting multiple events across campus from August 12-14, 2026.  Parking may be limited in preparation.  Wednesday, August 12th – Friday, August 14th Faculty/Staff Parking Options: Thursday, August 13th Faculty/Staff Parking Options: Transportation and Parking Services Wake Forest University336.758.PARK Monday-Thursday | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 […]


Comings and Goings

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.


Educating Character Initiative launches new nationwide effort with $8.5 million grant

Wake Forest and the ECI have received $8.5 million in a joint grant—$3.5 million from the John Templeton Foundation matched by $5 million from Lilly Endowment Inc.—to organize new communities around specific interests within character education, provide new opportunities for emerging leaders in the field, […]


Retired staff member Werner Kist has passed away

The University recently learned that Werner Kist passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026. Werner served the University for 14 years, retiring in 2020 as a tutor in Athletics.  The Wake Forest community extends its condolences to Werner’s family and friends. A memorial service will […]


Former staff member John DeFere has passed away

The University recently learned that John DeFere passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026. John served the University for 6 years as an associate director in custodial services.  The Wake Forest community extends its condolences to John’s family and friends. A recognition service will be […]


World Cup partnership delivers estimated $10M in economic impact to Winston-Salem and Forsyth County

The following is an excerpt from Greater Winston-Salem,Inc. Hosting the German Men’s National Team (Deutscher Fußball-Bund, DFB) home base for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a collaborative effort with a long-lasting impact. This high-profile global partnership generated an immediate estimated visitor economic impact of […]


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