Upcoming Wake the Arts Events

Wake the Arts is a movement to infuse the arts into every aspect of the Wake Forest experience. Through this shared connection we will elevate Pro Humanitate to develop Wake Forest graduates who are empathetic, curious, and interdisciplinary problem solvers. Subscribe to join the movement and hear the latest developments.

Here are some upcoming events of interest:

2021 Student Art Exhibition – April 23 – May 17, 2021
The 2021 Student Art Exhibition will feature artwork by Wake Forest University undergraduate student artists selected by a jury of studio art faculty. Included works often represent a variety of media including painting, prints, drawings, sculpture, photography, video, and installation art.

Student Union Art Acquisition Committee Reveal of 2021’s Acquisitions – April 28, 6:00 pm

Immerse yourself in learning about the 2021 Student Union Art Acquisition Committee’s selection of artworks. Every four years, this unique student committee purchases important contemporary art for the University Collection. We’ll be revealing the chosen works and explaining why they were selected. Admission is free of charge.

The Role of the Arts in a Post-Pandemic World – April 27, 6:30 – 7:45 pm (virtual)

The Veritas Forum presents “The Role of the Arts in a Post-Pandemic World”  featuring Professor David Hagy, Associate Provost for the Arts Christina Soriano, and moderated by Dean Walton (School of Divinity). Register.