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Father continues a Valentine’s tradition

When his daughters were little, Tony Cacich (P ‘13) began a tradition of taking each daughter to dinner every Valentine’s Day. He continued that tradition this week by flying to Winston-Salem to see his daughter, Allison (’13).

Categories: Experiential Learning


‘The Threepenny Opera,’ brings dark characters, quirky music and political issues to the Mainstage Theatre

"The Threepenny Opera," written in Germany over 80 years ago, has a lot to say about unscrupulous behavior in any era. This operetta of power and corruption, written by poet and playwright Bertolt Brecht, proves the world is only one scoundrel away from the next $65 billion Bernie Madoff-style Ponzi scheme.


Homegrown answers for Africa

Associate Professor of Economics Sylvain Boko, an expert in economic development in Africa, worked with more than 20 other development experts for his newest book, "Back on Track: Sector-Led Growth in Africa and Implications for Development." The book advocates a new approach to fight poverty in Africa from the inside out, rather than rely on outside financial assistance.


Muslim associate chaplain named

Khalid Griggs, imam of the Community Mosque of Winston-Salem, has been named Wake Forest's first Muslim chaplain. Imam Griggs will serve as a part-time associate chaplain to provide religious leadership for the University's growing Muslim community.