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A call to conversation

The following message was sent to students, faculty, and staff Dear students, faculty and staff, Authentic conversation is a gift we enjoy at Wake Forest. It expands our minds through classroom debate, delights us as ...

Gail O'Day

It is with great sadness that I share with you that former Wake Forest University School of Divinity Dean, Gail R. O’Day, died this morning. Dr. O’Day served as Dean from 2010 until June 30, ...

Timely Warning: Sexual Offense Reported

In order to promote safety on the Wake Forest University campus, the University is issuing this Timely Warning Notification concerning a possible threat to the community. The Wake Forest University Police Department received two anonymous ...

Flu Vaccine Availability

The following information was provided by the Student Health Service. According to the CDC, “The Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can ...

Important Family Weekend Information

The Office of the Dean of Students (who plans and facilitates Family Weekend) has shared the following information about Family Weekend. ———————– Family Weekend is almost here! We’re gearing up to greet our Demon Deacon ...

Update for parents and families 9/16 at 1 pm

Dear parents and families, Conditions in Winston-Salem continue to be mild as compared to the situation that has unfolded on the Coast. My family and I drove around Winston-Salem this morning and while it is ...

Tropical Storm Florence update (9/15 at 8 pm)

Dear parents and families, We held our hurricane crisis management briefing this afternoon. Based on the information from the National Weather Service meteorologist and the other experts, it looks like the storm is weakening. We ...

Tropical Storm Florence update (9/15 at 1 pm)

Dear parents and families, We continue to be saddened by the images we are seeing from the coast and areas impacted by the heavy rains and flooding from Hurricane Florence. There are many Wake Forest ...

Hurricane Florence Update (1 pm 9/14)

Dear parents and families, The images we are seeing from the coast this morning are very, very sad. Hoping the best for all those impacted and that the recovery efforts will be swift. Please join ...

A message from President Hatch about Hurricane Florence

Dear Wake Forest students, faculty and staff, Hurricane Florence is presenting many challenges for our state and region this weekend. But as with any challenge, we have an opportunity. As Wake Foresters, it is second ...

Contact

To contact the Office of Family Engagement or Family Communications, please visit our contact page.

 

For mental health assistance: 336-758-CARE (2273) is a service that ensures someone will always be available (i.e., 24/7 M-F, weekends and university holidays) to provide caring and thoughtful consultation services for Wake Forest students in need of mental health assistance or support. You can also visit we.wfu.edu for resources.

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