Kim McGrath

Are professional economists truly objective when forecasting economic projections? New research from Wake Forest University suggests otherwise, revealing a subtle yet powerful influence of political affiliation on predictions of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth. Economist Aeimit Lakdawala, an associate professor and expert in monetary policy, found that political bias can systematically influence economic forecasts, shaping…

In “Sunset Boulevard” (1950), Gloria Swanson plays a faded star of the silent screen, Norma Desmond, who lives in her decaying mansion in Los Angeles. Norma sees an opportunity to make her return to the big screen, with tragedy to follow.  Professor Emeritus of Art History David M. Lubin is drawing national attention with his…

The Atlantic Coast Conference and its Board of Directors have announced that Wake Forest University President Susan R. Wente will become Chair of the ACC Board of Directors beginning July 1. President Wente has served as Vice-Chair of the Board since February 2024 and was first named to the Conference's Executive Committee during the 2021-22…

In an era where everyone seems to be doing two things at once, Wake Forest University psychology professor Anthony Sali is working with neuroscience experts to learn more about how the brain works. By studying the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, new findings debunk the myth of multitasking.  The biggest…

Jazz musician Branford Marsalis has been named Wake Forest University’s 2025 Maya Angelou Artist-in-Residence. Marsalis, a globally celebrated artist known for his unparalleled contributions to jazz, classical music, film, and Broadway, will bring his vast experience and creative spirit to the Wake Forest campus. The Maya Angelou Artist-in-Residence Award was established to bring world-renowned artists…