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Cheryl Walker

Executive Director, News and Communications

Stories by Cheryl


Is America in a housing crisis?

Is America currently in a housing crisis? Sherri Lawson Clark says individuals at all economic levels—from homeless populations to middle-income homeowners are struggling with affordability. A contributor to the 2020 national report Displaced in America, Clark’s research examines the intersections of housing policy with health and welfare policies. She is developing a new housing stability…

Categories: Experts


Truist Charitable Fund Partnership with Wake Forest Supports Scholarships and Career Development

Through a $1.6 million commitment to Wake Forest University, Truist Charitable Fund has created pathways to success with education and career development initiatives for high school and college students. “I am grateful for Truist Charitable Fund’s investment in Wake Forest’s students and in the future of our community,” said Wake Forest University President Susan R.…

Categories: Transformative Giving


Wake Forest to name residence hall in honor of Larry and Beth Hopkins

Wake Forest University will name a residence hall in honor of Larry and Beth Hopkins, two trailblazing alumni with deep ties to the University and Winston-Salem. In recognition of their extraordinary contributions – as former students, faculty members and leaders, South Hall will be renamed Hopkins Hall. Beth Hopkins has had a decades-long career in…

Categories: Awards & Recognition