Updates on Homecoming and Family Weekend

by Betsy Chapman, Ph.D. ('92, MA '94)

Dear parents and families,

During this year of uncommon challenge, Wake Forest has made the health and safety of our community its primary focus. This fall, we were to host two major University traditions — Family Weekend and Homecoming. Because of the ongoing global pandemic and the continued risk of large gatherings, it is necessary to cancel these events this fall.

Family Weekend

Family Weekend is typically a meaningful time for families to visit campus, connect with their students, experience the community active and alive, and enjoy events on campus. Originally scheduled for October 9-11, we have cancelled this year’s festivities.  We understand the disappointment that comes with cancelling this weekend, but we believe this decision is in the best interest of the health and safety of our campus community. We know many students and families were looking forward to seeing one another and spending time together on campus during Family Weekend. Please know that we will communicate information about visitation guidelines and policies as soon as they are finalized.

Homecoming Weekend

Homecoming weekend, originally scheduled for Nov. 6-8, has also been cancelled. Every year, our community looks forward to welcoming our alumni back home, but our need to keep our campus healthy prevents us from gathering together. The Office of Alumni Engagement is looking forward to the day when we can all come together and reunite as the Wake Forest community. In the meantime, alumni have several ways to connect with each other virtually, and they can visit alumni.wfu.edu to learn more. 

Across the University, multiple planning teams of dedicated Wake Foresters are working to create the best possible experience for our community this fall. We will continue to adapt our plans to match the evolving circumstances and current governmental and public health guidelines. Please visit Our Way Forward for the most current information about the fall. 

As always, I appreciate your understanding and flexibility in these challenging times. Please continue to stay healthy and safe. 

Sincerely, 

Nathan O. Hatch
President

 

NOTE: Students, faculty, and staff received a similar version of this message

Contact

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

 

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