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College Colors Day – September 2nd

Following up on a post the Daily Deac did earlier this week about the Student Leaders Retreat and school spirit, the Parent Programs office received this email about wearing black and gold.  If your students aren’t aware and you are a reader, please share it […]


The Iceman Cometh

Parents and families, if you have been following Wake Forest for a long time, you might be aware that a legend has just arrived back on our campus.  If you are new to Deacdom, allow me to offer a brief history lesson. Wake Forest basketball […]


Remembering Skip Prosser

In late July 2007, the Wake Forest family lost one of its own in George Edward “Skip” Prosser, our beloved basketball coach.  He’d gone on a midday run, came back to his office, and was stricken with a massive heart attack, which was fatal. […]


A Wake Wedding

There is nothing quite like viral videos to make you smile.  This clip below was sent to me – showing a very proud WFU alumnus, David James (’98), and a promise he made to his beloved when they got engaged. I won’t say more.


Quiet Time on Campus

It continues to be hot on campus, but if you enjoy dining alfresco, this is about as nice a spot as any.  It’s the Quad right outside of the bookstore in Taylor Residence Hall.  For new WF families, the bookstore is the place to […]


Seen on Campus

It’s a busy time on campus – lots of flyers posted for various lectures, activities and other adventures.  Here’s some of what your students are seeing as they enter the Pit.  We’ve got films, dodgeball, math, dancing, and even Darth Vader.


The 5th Quarter

Last Thursday, there was a special premiere of the movie “The 5th Quarter,” which covered the story of WFU football player Jon Abbate and a family tragedy where his younger brother Luke was killed in a car accident. The movie, much of which was filmed […]


Back From Break

Good morning, parents!  Spring break is over, and hopefully your sons and daughters had a good one.  It was very quiet on campus without them. There was no trace of any students on campus this morning when I arrived, about 7:45 am, which is not […]


Senior Video

For the past two years at Founders’ Day Convocation, there has been a “Senior Video” that chronicles the path of the graduating class.  This year was no exception.  Filled with photos of campus, events, and people, and interviews with seniors, this is a […]


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