National Jurist chooses WFU student as ‘Law Student of the Year’ two years in a row
The National Jurist named Sarah Saint (JD ‘17) one of its “Law Students of the Year.” The National Jurist named Sarah Saint (JD ‘17) one of its “Law Students of the Year.”Former Congresswoman Donna Edwards to speak at WFU
Donna Edwards (’80), former Maryland congresswoman and Wake Forest graduate, will speak on Thursday, March 23, at 6 p.m. in Farrell Hall’s Broyhill Auditorium. The talk is part of Wake Forest University’s Leadership Project, a program designed to showcase inspiring stories from leaders who represent a variety of professional paths.Categories: Alumni, Happening at Wake
Pros penalized off the tee at The Masters are more likely to take risks
Research by Wake Forest University sports economist Todd McFall suggests that a faction of players beginning holes with penalty strokes will regularly take greater risks in their subsequent shots to avoid any additional strokes—a decision predicted by behavioral economics that can lead to disastrous consequences for golfers’ performances.Categories: Experts, Research & Discovery
Two-day conference explores frontiers in consciousness research
Leading researchers in the fields of perceptual studies and neurobiology will explore the latest scientific findings on consciousness and near-death experiences at a two-day conference March 22-23 hosted by Wake Forest University and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.Categories: Happening at Wake, Research & Discovery
Special prosecutor: Answer for investigation of Trump ties to Russia?
Katy Harriger, author of The Special Prosecutor in American Politics, can comment on the possible appointment of a special prosecutor for an investigation of ties between the Trump campaign and the Russian government. Harriger, professor and chair of the politics and international affairs department at Wake Forest University, says this may not be the best solution.
Categories: Experts, Research & Discovery