News
Turner named Rhodes Scholar
November 20, 2011 | For Alumni, For Parents, International, Recognition, Scholars, Student, Top Stories, Wake Forest College
Brandon Turner, a Wake Forest senior who studies biophysics and plays rugby, has been named a Rhodes Scholar. Turner, who is from Fontana, Calif., conducts research on the molecular structure of proteins.
News
Study abroad aids career path
November 17, 2011 | For Alumni, For Parents, International, Staff, Student, Top Stories
At Wake Forest, more than 60 percent of students spend time visiting countries around the world. The University takes many steps to help students make the connections between their study abroad adventures and their personal strengths and career journey.
News
Student Storyteller: Lessons from Ghana
November 16, 2011 | For Alumni, For Parents, International, Student, Top Stories, Wake Forest College
In celebration of International Education Week, junior Cana Noel tells a story about her experiences in Accra, Ghana, and how the skills she developed abroad are helping her prepare for life after college.
News
Alumnus helping Afghans succeed
November 11, 2011 | Alumni, For Alumni, For Parents, International, School of Law, Top Stories
Air Force Capt. Chris Sanders (JD ‘08) has been deployed in Afghanistan since May. Sanders supports and assists local judicial officials who are working to strengthen and legitimize a formal system of justice in a country that has been torn apart by war for centuries.
News
Improving literacy in Peru
November 2, 2011 | For Alumni, For Parents, International, Student, Top Stories, Wake Forest College
Seniors Ryan McCarthy and Sarah Wheeler used their stage talents this past summer to help improve reading comprehension for children at an orphanage in Peru.
News
Voices from Ireland
October 21, 2011 | Arts & Culture, Events, For Alumni, For Parents, Humanities, International, Top Stories
A national book tour promoting the newest anthology of women’s Irish poetry published by Wake Forest University Press begins in Kulynych Auditorium, Monday at 7 p.m. with readings by four prominent poets.
News
Fulbrights: Where are they now?
October 18, 2011 | Alumni, For Alumni, For Parents, International, Top Stories
Four 2011 graduates who were named Fulbright Scholars, the most prestigious international exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government, reflect upon how their experiences at Wake Forest helped shape their lives abroad.
News
Shriver: America’s mission to serve
October 14, 2011 | For Alumni, For Parents, International, Pro Humanitate, Speakers, Top Stories
Mark Kennedy Shriver stressed the power of the Peace Corps in a Voices of Our Time speech. “Compassion in service can shatter barriers,” Shriver said, as he discussed the history and future of the organization, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
News
Celebrating the Peace Corps
October 12, 2011 | Alumni, For Alumni, For Parents, International, Pro Humanitate
With a motto and a mission like “Pro Humanitate” (For Humanity), you may not be surprised to hear that Wake Forest has a long history with the Peace Corps. But did you know that more than 200 Wake Forest alumni have served in the […]
News
Bo Machayo: ‘I just want to help’
October 7, 2011 | For Alumni, For Parents, International, Student, Top Stories, Wake Forest College
As the son of a Kenyan father and Ugandan mother, junior Bo Machayo brings an interesting perspective to Wake Forest. He’s taken his studies to Africa, and he’s brought Africa here through raising awareness and money. Read more about this student leader on the Her Campus website.
News Archives
Wake Forest in the News
Wake Forest regularly appears in media outlets around the world.