WFU in the news: Aug. 15-21

FEATURED NEWS

Building the future with flexible electronics
by Karen Thomas | SPIE (The International Society for Optics and Photonics)
In this Q&A, Oana Jurchescu discusses her work with organic and hybrid electronic materials and devices, and her responsibilities as the Baker Professor of Physics at Wake Forest. “At Wake we truly value the teacher-scholar ideal, with excellence being sought in research, teaching, and mentoring,” she said. – 8/16/2022

NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL

Biden administration needs to match rhetoric with action on Africa policy
By Lina Benabdallah | MSN
Politics and international affairs expert Lina Benabdallah co-authored this opinion piece on the release of the Biden administration’s long-awaited Africa strategy. “At a time when African states are confronted with multifaceted challenges presented by global food shortages, spiraling debt and rising oil prices, they are looking for concrete initiatives and constructive engagement.” – 8/19/2022

Museum Exchange revolutionizes arts philanthropy, expands digital platform to healthcare & education
ArtDaily
Museum Exchange, the democratizing “matchmaker” for art donations, will dramatically expand its network to include healthcare and higher education organizations, partnering with hospitals, universities, and libraries. Since its launch in early 2021, Museum Exchange has built a thriving network of more than 300 donors and 150 museums throughout North America, facilitating hundreds of art donations. – 8/17/2022

REGIONAL & TRADE

Family Dollar’s growth strategy is under pressure
By Jennifer Thomas | Charlotte Business Journal
Consumers continue to turn to dollar stores, and competition remains fierce, said Ajay Patel, business professor and GMAC chair in finance at Wake Forest. Family Dollar’s expectation of weaker sales and earnings could be a sign that it is falling further behind, despite its growing footprint. “We just don’t know whether they’ll be able to turn things around quickly.” – 8/18/2022

LOCAL

9th Wonder and The Soul Council choose their next protégé
By Fran Daniel | Winston-Salem Journal
For fall 2022, 9th Wonder will be professor in residence in African American Studies at Wake Forest. He will teach an undergraduate seminar called, “Where It All Began: A History of Hip Hop.”9th Wonder, a Winston-Salem native whose real name is Patrick Denard Douthit. – 8/20/2022

Krispy Kreme thinks you’ll pay more for ‘premium’ doughnuts
By Richard Craver | Winston-Salem Journal
Krispy Kreme’s premium products campaign will depend on “whether consumers recognize that value and are willing to pay for it regardless of the timing,” said Roger Beahm, executive director of Wake Forest’s Center for Retail Innovation. – 8/18/2022

Former President George W. Bush is scheduled to participate in speaker forum at Wake Forest University
By John Hinton | Winston-Salem Journal
Former President George W. Bush is scheduled to be the first speaker in Wake Forest University’s Face to Face Speaker Forum for 2022-23. Bush will share the stage with Jon Meacham, a presidential historian and author. Bush and Meacham will discuss the challenges facing the United States. – 8/20/2022

Experts, activists weigh in after NC 20-week abortion ban reinstated by federal judge
WFMY-TV (Greensboro, NC)
Law professor Meghan Boone said that the decision could affect care. “It is highly likely that a doctor might err on the side of not providing care if that care is even potentially criminal,” Boone said. – 8/17/2022

Some colleges see growing demand for student housing
Greensboro News & Record
Wake Forest University said the private school has enough housing for students who want to live on campus. – 8/20/2022

WAKE FOREST NEWS

WFU moves forward to name roads honoring trailblazing professors
By Cheryl V. Walker | Wake Forest News
Following approval by the Winston-Salem City Council, Wake Forest will move forward to name roads on the Reynolda Campus in honor of four trailblazing professors. Roads will be named for Elizabeth Phillips, Dolly McPherson, Marjorie “Marge” Crisp and Herman Eure. – 8/17/2022