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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This message is shared on behalf of the Health and Wellbeing team. The Health and Wellbeing team is excited to welcome you back to the Forest for another year of opportunities to thrive. Here are a few ways to care for yourself and support the […]
Categories: University Announcements, Wellbeing
The new Faculty Drive pedestrian gate, connecting the Reynolda campus to the newly constructed pedestrian crosswalk, is officially open. This milestone brings Wake Forest one step closer to a new era of enhanced connectivity, walkability and access, supporting a dynamic Wake Forest and Winston-Salem experience. […]
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Did you know The Studio (located on the main floor of ZSR Library) provides expert consultation support for faculty, staff, and students? Whether you are producing video/audio, designing digital media, building a digital storytelling project, or creating coursework assignments, our team is here to help […]
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Wake Forest will test its emergency alert systems on Tuesday, Sep. 1, at 9 a.m. The tests are required to ensure the University’s emergency notifications are operating properly. No action is required. University Police and the marketing and communications office will conduct the test. Emergency […]
Categories: Safety, University Announcements
Wake Forest University will begin the search for its next Provost in August, launching the first of two coordinated national searches for academic leadership during the 2026–27 academic year. President Peter Rodriguez will chair the search committee with Vice President and Chief of Staff Ashleigh […]
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Alumni Hall has a new look, a new purpose and a new role on campus. After an extensive redesign, the former office building is now a 52,000-square-foot academic space built around collaborative learning, connection, and the evolving needs of Wake Forest students and faculty. Serving […]
Categories: Campus Life, University Announcements
1 Minute Now = No Waiting Later! The Wellbeing Center has a new waiver! Use these instructions to sign it now, and avoid waiting on your next visit. This new waiver will be required for entry beginning September 1st.
Categories: Campus Life, University Announcements, Wellbeing
The Office of Civic and Community Engagement, in partnership with North Carolina Campus Engagement, announced the launch of Catalyst: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Service-Learning and Community Engagement on July 23, 2026. The journal’s inaugural issue, “Sustaining Civic Joy in Challenging Times,” is now live and freely available […]
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The Graylyn Estate has been named the #1 ‘Best Boutique Hotel’ by USA TODAY’s Readers’ Choice Awards. After a nomination by a team of travel experts and weeks of voting, USA TODAY 10Best announced the results today, naming Graylyn as the […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition, University Announcements