One of the fun things about writing the Daily Deac is when we get feedback from readers about what you have enjoyed or what you want to see in future blog posts. We also can get some insights from the number of hits we get […]
Here’s another programming note for your students. We have an incredibly talented University Theatre, and the Daily Deac is a huge fan. We have a production opening this week and running through the end of September, and we want to encourage your students to go […]
For today’s Daily Deac, I took a stroll around campus up through one of my favorite spots, Reynolda Village and Reynolda Gardens. It is a superb day – high 70s and sunny, light breeze. Perfect weather. On the Quad, various student organizations have made banners […]
The Student Health Service announced flu vaccination clinic dates and times for October. Please talk with your student about the possibility of getting a flu shot. That is every individual’s personal decision of course. With so many students living in close quarters, illnesses […]
Parents and students frequently comment on the Wake Forest admissions application. There are many thought provoking questions on the application, designed to tease out students’ intellectual interests, academic curiosity, personality, and more. One of my favorites is the question “List Your Top 10.” No […]
This is a busy week. And I am not even talking about inside the classroom – I know your students are busy there – these events are terrific extras and add-ons and enhancements. Homecoming is this coming weekend, and Student Union has a whole […]
Friday always seems to be a happy day on campus. Students are looking forward to having a break over the weekend and some down time. There are some great activities this weekend. Let’s start with sports and home games. Men’s Soccer plays tonight at […]
Today is a somber day on campus, the anniversary of 9/11. The Pro Humanitate Institute has done a beautiful visual display on Manchester (aka Mag) Quad today, with tiny flags commemorating those who passed away that day. There is also a series of service […]
As so often happens, sometimes the best Daily Deac ideas come from you, our readers. One of our faithful followers had a great suggestion, and that is to encourage parents to consider making some side trips around NC that coincide with times you might be […]
It’s the start of the semester and there are still many students – and not just first-years – who are trying to find some meaningful engagement and activities. One way to get involved and meet students from all parts of campus is to volunteer. I […]
