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Wake Forest launches new journal focused on service-learning and community engagement

Wake Forest University’s 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 […]

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Changes to how students apply to study abroad

During the 2025-26 academic year, the Provost’s Office convened task forces of students, faculty, staff, and administrators to analyze Wake Forest’s study abroad process and to create a plan to address the disparity caused when 90% of students who study abroad do so in the […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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.

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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, […]

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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 […]

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