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What dangers could bring the fragmentation of the Russian Federation into a multitude of states
Who would benefit from the fragmentation of the Russian Federation into a multitude of smaller, independent states? An analysis of Russian regions by politics professor Adam Lenton of Wake Forest University found widely varying levels of support for autonomy in Russian regions. The data shows that in many of the regions that have exiled independence leaders and are considered potential separatist regions, the public does not support this goal.
November 18, 2023
WJZY-TV (Charlotte, NC)
What is the cost of false imprisonment in North Carolina?
When Mark Rabil became a lawyer, he didn’t think he’d spend most of his career dealing with cases that were already decided. Then he was introduced to Darryl Hunt’s case. Rabil helped get Hunt exonerated. A few years later, he started the Innocence and Justice Clinic at Wake Forest to work on cases similar to Hunt’s. The Clinic is made up of second-and-third-year law students who comb through hundreds of cases to find those that are truly wrongful convictions.
November 18, 2023
Law360
NY AG’s plastic bottle suit called both innovative, overreach
Law professor Sarah Morath is quoted extensively in this news article about the NY AG lawsuit against Pepsi-Co. for plastic pollution.
November 17, 2023
WXII-TV (Winston Salem, NC)
The 17th annual Turkeypalooza returns to Winston-Salem
For many families in the Triad, a Thanksgiving feast is not guaranteed. Wake Forest University is making sure that’s not the case: The 17th annual Turkeypalooza is this week. It’s the Campus Kitchen’s largest yearly event. Students cook Thanksgiving meals from scratch, complete with turkey, stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce and sweet potato casserole.
November 16, 2023
Fortune
Headhunters are turning away from cutthroat leaders and looking for CEOs with better soft skills
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Waterloo (Canada), and Wake Forest University, who studied “intellectual humility,” found that the more people can recognize the limitations of their own beliefs and knowledge, the more likely they are to make good decisions.
November 16, 2023
Sierra Magazine
Clean energy jobs, and unionization, are moving into the South
“The South has a good workforce, and it has a lot of support for various economic growth initiatives. And it’s likely cheaper for them to set up shop in places in the Southeast that are not unionized,” said economics professor Mark Curtis, who studies the move from “dirty” to “clean” jobs.
November 16, 2023
Unsiloed: Apple Podcasts
Epicureanism and its modern relevance feat
In this episode, we unravel the misunderstood philosophy of Epicureanism. Don’t be fooled by common misconceptions – Epicureanism isn’t just about hedonism. It’s about a balanced pursuit of tranquility, ataraxia, and the good life. Philosophy professor Emily Austin the author of “Living for Pleasure: An Epicurean Guide to Life.”
November 16, 2023
Upworthy
Sisters share funny confessions to late mom, revealing every mistake they’ve made since she died
“Speaking out loud to a loved one who has passed — whether at a grave site or out loud at home — is helpful for many people processing grief,” said counseling professor Alison Forti. “Many people will experience a sense of disbelief after they lose a loved one. By encouraging people to speak out loud to their loved one it helps them resolve that disbelief.”
November 16, 2023
The 74
North Carolina lawmaker proposes bill to help college students with children graduate
“I am a big believer in campus child care programs because I’ve seen how they break down barriers to upskilling and attaining postsecondary education for parents with young children,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. Last month, Wake Forest University also announced it will start a child care and early education center in its University Corporate Center, which the university hopes to open for the next fall semester.
November 16, 2023
Newsweek
NYC debate exec: ‘We look past wins and losses to focus on life outcomes’
Students who thrive in debate and want to take their debate game to the most competitive level can join the NYCUDL Wake Forest Dream Team to be mentored by some of the nation’s best collegiate debaters and compete nationally with the goal of debating in college with a scholarship.
November 16, 2023
Mongabay
Disturbing graves is latest violation attributed to East African oil pipeline
Journalism professor Justin Catanoso writes about a new report by GreenFaith, a climate justice organization that alleges that the East Africa Crude Oil Pipleline will disturb at least 2,000 graves along its route from Lake Albert in Uganda to the Tanzanian port of Tanga. French oil giant TotalEnergies says its identification and handling of graves and other significant sites is in line with international standards, but people living along the route told GreenFaith that pipeline project officials ignored their pleas and concerns.
November 14, 2023
Winston-Salem Journal
Turkeypalooza helps local organizations combat hunger
This week, Wake Forest University students and staff are cooking Thanksgiving meals from scratch for an annual holiday tradition that gives back to the community. Turkeypalooza is taking place through Nov. 18. This student-led event prepares more than 500 Thanksgiving meals for residents in Forsyth County facing food insecurity. The Thanksgiving meals will consist of turkey, roasted vegetable stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce and sweet potato casserole.
November 14, 2023