There is some sad news to report from campus about the passing of a legendary alumnus, Porter Byrum (JD ’42). He was a graduate of our law school and one of the most devoted Wake Foresters ever. He was also Wake Forest’s largest benefactor, a […]
There is a sweeping illness going around campus right now, and it’s called Spring Fever. Seriously, it is soooooo hard for your students to want to work right now, because the weather is nothing short of stunning. It’s mid 70s today, nice and sunny, a […]
For those families that have students studying abroad now (or going in the fall), news of the horrific attack in London this week can be especially upsetting. I wanted to let you know about the outstanding support our Global Programs and Services (aka study abroad […]
For those of us who were loving the warm weather, it is gone today. Highs only in the mid 50s today, but supposedly we are going to be closer to 70 tomorrow and Saturday. So today I’m doing just a few quick hits. Starting with […]
Today we are all about our P’17s who are looking forward to Commencement in May. Many things to think about related to Commencement. Yesterday we announced the speaker for Commencement, historian Jon Meacham, and Baccalaureate, alumna Killian Noe (’80), founding director of Recovery Cafe […]
Back by popular demand, today’s Daily Deac is a Five Senses. Today I spent my lunch hour in the Pit (which I will neverneverever call the “Fresh Food Company” because it was then and will always be The Pit). I see… Lots of tables are […]
Today started out quite cool – in the 30s – but is approaching 60s as the afternoon progresses. It’s the kind of day where you have to leave your residence hall with a coat or a sweatshirt but you can shed it once it warms […]
Even though it is St. Patrick’s Day, it is still Black and Gold Friday, and I’m representing! Hope you are too. Was out West traveling on business all week – and many thanks to all the West Coast Deac families who were so kind during […]
I received this from ARAMARK/Campus Dining last week while your students were on Spring Break: We are excited to announce a new arrival! March 13th is the roll out of our new vegan station in the Pit! Recipes at this station will be carefully selected and […]
Still on the road – so today we feature another of the Top 10 Senior Orations, this time by Liz Miller (’17). Her oration is entitled “Timshel.” ————- Timshel What a wonderful privilege it is to turn the first page of your college journey and […]