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DeLongpré Johnston named VP for human resources and sustainability

Wake Forest University has appointed Dedee DeLongpré Johnston as vice president for human resources and sustainability, effective October 1. In this role, she will lead the University’s talent functions, including recruitment, campus engagement, compensation and benefits, professional development, HR operations and HR information systems. DeLongpré Johnston will continue to lead the Office of Sustainability as vice president and chief sustainability officer. She has served as interim chief human resources officer since April 2020.


Reynolda Road crossing to enhance pedestrian safety

Construction is underway on a new Reynolda Road crossing, with expectations to wrap up at the end of August. A crosswalk and 10-foot wide landscaped median will be installed just north of Graylyn Court, which serves as an entry to both the Graylyn Estate and Reynolda House Museum of American Art.


Vanpool offers alternative transportation option during Business 40 closure

This is a guest post from the University’s Office of Sustainability:

Business 40 is closing on Nov. 17. Are you ready? The Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation (PART) and Wake Forest Transportation and Parking Services have joined forces to offer you the chance to try Vanpool – an alternative transportation option to make your commute easier and reduce congestion during the Business 40 closure.


Wake Forest receives STARS Gold rating for sustainability achievements

This is a guest post from the Office of Sustainability:

Wake Forest University has earned a STARS Gold rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System measures and encourages sustainability in all aspects of higher education. 


Campus energy conservation to be in effect during winter break

This is a guest post from Facilities & Campus Services and the Office of Sustainability:

In an effort to conserve energy over the winter holiday period, Facilities & Campus Services will be reducing temperatures in select academic and administrative buildings from the evening of Friday, Dec. 22, until the morning of Tuesday, Jan. 2.


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