Updates from HR: Vaccines, policy update, THRIVE and Sustainability awards and TechX
The following message is shared on behalf of Wake Forest University Human Resources; it was emailed to faculty and staff on March 17.
COVID-19 vaccine update
To date, more than 3,500 members of the Wake Forest community have reported that they have been at least partially vaccinated at either an on-campus or community clinic. 
Individuals in Group 4, beginning with high-risk medical conditions, are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. At this time, all 522 appointment slots for the March 22 vaccine opportunity have been filled. On March 18, Human Resources and the Student Health Service announced an additional vaccination opportunity for Friday, March 26, at Sutton Center. Information regarding registration was shared at that time. Employees may contact the Faculty and Staff Clinic at 743.223.4217 with any questions.
Common questions, answered:
Categories: Faculty News, Inside WFU, Staff News
Announcing TechX 2021, March 23-25!
The following message is shared on behalf of Information Systems.
For 2021, TechX includes three themes, each focusing on how our campus community has creatively incorporated technology into the classroom, workplace and other collaborative spaces to deliver an enriched learning experience, foster relationships, and engage constituents. Over the course of the virtual event, you will have the opportunity to experience an interactive web experience that includes pre-recorded presentations, articles and live sessions. 
Visit the TechX website now for a preview of events and to plan what you would like to attend and view. Beginning on Tuesday morning, March 23, you’ll be able to access the full content for each of our presenters!
Please join us as we highlight and celebrate the important work of our faculty, students and staff!
Select a live session below to learn more and add to your calendar! Read more
Categories: Events, Inside WFU
Information Systems announces TechX 2021 and calls for proposals
The following message is shared on behalf of Information Systems (IS). 
Our current environment has presented us with a unique opportunity to redefine the TechX experience! For 2021, TechX will focus on how our campus community has creatively incorporated technology into the classroom, workplace and other collaborative spaces to deliver an enriched learning experience, foster relationships and engage constituents.
IS will host a virtual three day event,
March 23-25, featuring an interactive web experience for attendees to watch videos, read articles and participate in workshops highlighting this important work.
We would like to invite you to participate in this event, sharing your own story or suggesting a colleague’s work. The IS Academic Technology team, the IS Communications team and members of the Instructional Technology Group (ITG) will work with presenters to find the most engaging and unique way to share their story with campus. To share a proposal for TechX 2021, please email the TechX Committee by Feb. 12.
Categories: Faculty News, Staff News
TechX 2020
TechX will take place Feb. 25 between 12-3 p.m. in Room 401 of the Benson University Center. Drop by to see how your colleagues and other campus community members are using technology in a number of creative endeavors across our campus! Click here to mark your calendar!
Be sure to catch one or more of our keynote speakers:
12:15 p.m.
The Canvas Experience
Brian Calhoun, Associate Professor, Education
Frank Whitworth, student, B.S. Computer Science, MESA minor
Laura Brewer, Manager, Learning Platforms, Academic Technology
1:15 p.m.
Strategy Strikes Back – Utilizing a Podcast for Storytelling
Melissa Ringhisen, Military Science
Brianna Derr, Manager, Advanced Learning Projects, Academic Technology
2:15 p.m.
Isn’t That The Old Student Health Building??
Steve Nedvidek, Adjunct Lecturer, Entrepreneurship
Paul Whitener, Assistant Director, Digital Fabrication & Maker Education, Academic Technology
Register to win a door prize and enjoy light refreshments. Check out the TechX web page for more information about the event and details about the keynote speakers!
Categories: Events, Guest Post, Inside WFU
