Called to act
November 12, 2010 | For Alumni, For Parents, National, Pro Humanitate, Provost, Speakers, Sustainability, Top Stories
Across the U.S., racial minorities and the economically disenfranchised suffer disproportionally from the ill effects of assaults on the environment and often lack access to the power to protect their communities. Leaders in environmental justice discuss what can be done.
Bioethics Center names first director
November 12, 2010 | Faculty, For Alumni, For Parents, Graduate School, Top Stories, University Announcement, Wake Forest College
Ana Smith Iltis has been named the director of the new Center for Bioethics, Health and Society, which will address some of the most relevant issues at the heart of biotechnology, medical research and health care.
From soldier to law student
November 11, 2010 | For Alumni, For Parents, International, School of Law, Top Stories
In recognition of Veteran’s Day, take a closer look at some School of Law students who have served our country in the Armed Forces.
Social media, social good
November 11, 2010 | Alumni, For Alumni, International, Pro Humanitate, Top Stories
Social media networks are essential tools for connecting, communicating, and — as many alumni have found — serving the human cause.
Escott: The real Abraham Lincoln
November 9, 2010 | Faculty, For Alumni, For Parents, Research, Scholars and Scientists, Top Stories
Reynolds Professor of History Paul Escott offers some provocative arguments that challenge what we think we know about Abraham Lincoln, who was elected to his first term as president 150 years ago.
‘Three Cups of Tea’ author to speak
November 9, 2010 | For Alumni, For Parents, International, Speakers, Top Stories
Greg Mortenson, internationally known for promoting peace by building schools in Afghanistan and Pakistan, will speak at Wake Forest on Friday. Mortenson is the author of the best selling books “Three Cups of Tea” and “Stones into Schools.”
Renaissance revival
November 9, 2010 | Arts & Culture, Engaging in the Arts, Faculty, For Alumni, For Parents, Top Stories
For many years, Stewart Carter has shared his love for Renaissance music with others through an annual concert. This year’s Collegium Musicum Concert, featuring German music of the 16th and 17th centuries, will be held Thursday.
Helping hands
November 8, 2010 | Community, For Alumni, For Parents, Pro Humanitate, Student, Students Taking the Lead, Top Stories, Wake Forest College
Senior Lisa Northrop was one of 34 college students from across North Carolina to receive the Community Impact Student Award and a volunteer recognition certificate of appreciation from Governor Beverly Perdue.
Is your neighborhood killing you?
November 8, 2010 | For Alumni, For Parents, National, Research, Sustainability, Top Stories
Numerous studies reveal that communities with people of color have borne greater health and environmental risk burdens than society at large. The University will host a discussion on the issues surrounding environmental injustice.
Women win ACC soccer title
November 8, 2010 | Athletics, For Alumni, For Parents, Top Stories
Goalkeeper Aubrey Bledsoe saved three Maryland penalty kicks and the Demon Deacons made all three of their attempts to give the women’s soccer team a 3-1 shootout win and its first-ever ACC Championship on Sunday.
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