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Winter break security recommendations for students living off campus

During the winter break each year, Wake Forest students’ off-campus residences near Wake Forest have experienced, historically, a spike in the occurrence of break-ins and property thefts. Recently, Residence Life and Housing sent several security-related ...

Security tips for the Winter Break for students living off-campus

During the winter break each year, Wake Forest students’ off-campus residences near Wake Forest have experienced, historically, a spike in the occurrence of break-ins and property thefts. Recently, Residence Life and Housing sent several security-related ...

Winter Break Checklist from Residence Life and Housing

The following doorhanger will be placed on all resident students’ doors to alert them to proper closing procedures for the Winter Break. Please be sure your Deac is aware of these important instructions.  winter-break-doorhanger-2016

A message from President Hatch

Dear Wake Forest Community, After the presidential election I emailed you with a personal reflection on one of the most divisive periods in recent American history. I wrote that day, and continue to believe, that ...

Housing Selection for Students Currently Abroad

Residence Life and Housing just sent the following email to students currently abroad about their housing selection for spring 2017. Hello Student Abroad, I hope this email finds you well and enjoying your last couple ...

Study Smarter workshop Tuesday 11/29

The Learning Assistance Center’s “Study Smarter, Not Harder” workshop series will introduce WFU students to a number of helpful strategies that will improve academic performance. Our second workshop for fall semester is scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, ...

Thanksgiving Office Closures

Wake Forest administrative offices will be closed on November 24-25 for Thanksgiving. Dining options for the Thanksgiving weekend are available online. If your student is staying on campus for Thanksgiving and has an urgent issue ...

Message from Penny Rue

The following email was sent to current undergraduate parents/family members from Vice President for Campus Life, Penny Rue. ———- Dear Wake Forest parents and families, Crimes reported on and near campus over the past few ...

Dining Options During Thanksgiving Break

For students who will be staying on campus during Thanksgiving break, they should be aware that options will be limited and some venues will be closed.  Students should see the thanksgiving-hours-2016 and make a plan to ...

Senior Fifth Prevention Campaign

Various offices within Campus Life have developed a multi-pronged intervention for “Senior Fifth,” which includes a prevention poster campaign aimed at upperclassmen. Students are seeing posters on digital screens, printed posters, and tent-boards around campus in areas ...

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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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