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More space for living and learning
July 17, 2015 | Admissions, Campus Life, Student, Sustainability, Top Stories, University Announcement
A new freshman residence hall planned for the south side of campus is one of many construction projects currently taking place on campus.
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Colbert: ‘Give yourself extra credit’
May 18, 2015 | Admissions, Alumni, Campus Life, Commencement, Top Stories, Uncategorized
For senior Margaret Mulkerrin, comedian and late night television host Stephen Colbert offered the perfect advice for the Class of 2015. “Do yourself a favor: Be an easy grader. Score yourself on a curve. Give yourself extra credit.”
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Wake Foresters support Nepal
April 29, 2015 | Campus Life, International, Pro Humanitate, Top Stories
Anthropology students who conducted research in Besisahar, Nepal, located only a couple of miles from the epicenter of the earthquake that devastated the region on April 25, are leading relief efforts in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.
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Hoda on humor and happiness
April 28, 2015 | Campus Life, Events, Speakers, Student, Thrive / Wellbeing, Top Stories, Uncategorized
Hoda Kotb, Today Show co-host, shared career and personal experiences, offering nuggets of wisdom that appealed to everyone in the Wait Chapel audience, from graduating seniors to community book clubs.
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Painting with a purpose
April 27, 2015 | Alumni, Arts & Culture, Campus Life, Community, Events, Thrive / Wellbeing, Top Stories
The campus community took a break from class and the work week to focus on wellbeing and service through painting. Some painted for relaxation, while others painted desks for local elementary school children.
Media Advisory: Wake Forest students decorate desks for children
April 14, 2015 | Arts & Culture, Campus Life, Events, Media Advisory, Pro Humanitate, Student
Wake Forest University students will gather Thursday, April 23 from 3 to 7 p.m. on Poteat Field to paint desks for local elementary students. This annual service project began on campus in 2000 and is called Developing Education through Student Knowledge (D.E.S.K). The goal is to provide […]
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Activism and the environment
March 27, 2015 | Campus Life, Events, Humanities, Speakers, Top Stories
Severe drought, rising seas and dangerous storms — activist Mary Robinson says the world must act in solidarity for climate justice. No country alone can protect its citizens.
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Michele Gillespie named Dean of the College
March 25, 2015 | Campus Life, Faculty, For Alumni, For Parents, Top Stories, University Announcement, Wake Forest College
Wake Forest University has appointed Presidential Endowed Professor of Southern History Michele Gillespie as Dean of the College. She will begin serving as dean July 1.
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Swimming in the DEAC Tank
March 5, 2015 | Campus Life, Events, Student, Top Stories
With a five-minute time limit, $1,500 on the line and four judges ready to ask tough questions, junior Tai Hensley and her team entered the Deac Tank to pitch their proposal.
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Chinese New Year
March 2, 2015 | Arts & Culture, Campus Life, Events, International, Student, Top Stories
The Chinese New Year is one of China’s largest holiday celebrations and emphasizes family and tradition. This year marks the year of the sheep, which is known for being gentle, sensitive and creative.
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