An unconventional look at energy costs
With gas prices rising again, Professor of Economics Robert Whaples challenges conventional wisdom about gas prices, biofuels, energy independence and “green” jobs.Categories: University Announcements
With gas prices rising again, Professor of Economics Robert Whaples challenges conventional wisdom about gas prices, biofuels, energy independence and “green” jobs.A day of new beginnings
Wake Forest's class of 2009 graduated May 18 on a history-making, cool, blustery day on Hearn Plaza, with a send-off by Vice President Joe Biden-the first time a sitting vice president has ever given Wake Forest's Commencement address. For former basketball star Tyrone “Muggsy” Bogues, Commencement meant that he's now a Wake Forest parent, in addition to an alumnus. Bogues' daughter, Brittney, was one of about 1,600 students — including 1,000 undergraduates — who received their degrees.Categories: Happening at Wake
What’s on your bucket list?
Window on Wake Forest asked seniors what was on their “Bucket List,” the things they wanted to do before they graduated.
Categories: Experiential Learning, Happening at Wake
Commencement trivia 2009
Categories: Happening at Wake
Costuming talents earn theatre major Lauren Gaston (’09) commendation and a well-deserved opportunity in Italy
Senior Lauren Gaston has won the top prize for costume design in a competition sponsored by the Southeastern Theatre Conference. Categories: Arts & Culture, University Announcements
Be prepared
Through 37 years of teaching law students, David Shores had a simple approach. “Probably the most important message I tried to convey to my students was the value of professional competence, the need to take every task seriously, and to be prepared. Categories: University Announcements
Courageous champion
As a volunteer with Mothers for Justice, senior Mary Little supports women in the community who are struggling to negotiate an often-complicated justice system.Categories: Community Impact, Pro Humanitate
Renaissance man Pete Weigl of biology becomes the first in his department to retire in 20 years
Ecologist and Renaissance man Pete Weigl of biology has conducted research on five continents during his 41 years on the faculty.Categories: University Announcements
Wake Forest senior wins first annual essay contest about capitalism
Categories: Experiential Learning, University Announcements
Graduation Speakers (1957-2008)
Categories: Athletics, University Announcements