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.
Categories: University Announcements
This message is sent on behalf of Curt Farmer and Jeanne Whitman Bobbitt, co-chairs of the Presidential Search Committee. Dear Wake Forest community: We write today to offer a brief update on the search for Wake Forest’s 15th president. The appointment of a new leader […]
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The University will be hosting Board of Visitors meetings on November 13-14, 2025. In preparation, parking may be limited. Below, we have outlined additional parking options for you. Please share with your colleagues appropriately. Thursday, November 13, 2025 Faculty/Staff Parking Options: Friday, November 14, 2025 Faculty/Staff Parking Options: Questions? […]
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The University recently learned that Professor Emeritus of Business Ralph Tower passed on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. Ralph served the University for 34 years, retiring in 2014. During his tenure, Ralph was named the Wayne Calloway Professor of Taxation. Ralph was instrumental in developing the […]
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Wake Forest has been awarded the Professional Development Award by the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) through its Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE). The $25,000 grant will support professional development opportunities for faculty and staff, enabling the University to deepen and expand its […]
Categories: Awards & Recognition, Leadership & Character, Personal & Career Development, University Announcements
Wake Forest Emergency Medical Services will be conducting a training event involving the landing of an AirCare helicopter from Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist on Davis Field on Friday, Nov. 14, during National Collegiate EMS Week. The event is expected to take place between 5–7 […]
Categories: Happening at Wake, Safety, University Announcements
The university recently learned that Professor Emeritus of History Richard Barnett passed on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Richard served the University for over 36 years, retiring in 1997. During his tenure, Richard served twice as department chair and was a beloved professor to generations of […]
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The university recently learned that Professor Emeritus of History James Pierce Barefield passed on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. James served the University for over 40 years, retiring in 2004. James’s passion for his students and enhancing the quality of education at Wake Forest was represented […]
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Rick Davis passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. Rick served as supervisor of custodial services with Facilities and dedicated 13 years of service to the University. “Rick was a true leader and a hard worker who was dedicated to the well-being of his colleagues […]
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Wake Forest launches first-ever University-level marketing campaign to amplify academic reputation Wake Forest is launching a bold new chapter in its story of academic excellence with the introduction of The Wake Up Campaign. This campaign marks the University’s first enterprise-wide marketing effort designed to make […]
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