Sending you warm greetings and best wishes for a healthy, happy and peaceful new year. ❄️

Thank you, Wake Foresters. More than 2,000 voices have contributed to the ongoing search for our next president. Your input continues to guide the process. https://wakefo.rest/48ZMCV9

Congratulations to Reagan Smith (’26) for earning the 2025 Community Impact Student Award in recognition of her leadership in public health service and sustained volunteer engagement that advances learning beyond the classroom and contributes to community wellbeing. 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/4abfZWJ

Wake Forest University celebrated the groundbreaking for an office building at The Grounds, which will house 400 University staff upon completion in 2027. 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/44uUegZ

Wake Forest biologists are advancing the frontiers of evolutionary biology with new evidence of complex mating dynamics in Galápagos Nazca boobies, reshaping how scientists conceptualize sexual behavior in seabirds. #WFUExpert #WFUResearch Read more: https://wakefo.rest/48Ayt1G

Thinking of making New Year’s resolutions? The secret to success isn’t trying harder, it’s planning smarter. Learn how setting specific, actionable plans can help you actually keep your goals in 2026. #WFUExpert #WFUresearch https://wakefo.rest/3XNHfTV

Professor, activist, artist and filmmaker Joel Tauber walked two sheep through Winston‑Salem for 40 days as part of his "Seeking Pasture" project, sparking conversations about lawns, chemicals and the ecosystems we share. #WakeTheArts #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/4aHUU6n

Age is no barrier to big ideas. Wake Forest hosted a first‑of‑its‑kind debate between retiree teams, with the help of Wake Forest Debate students and debate faculty. #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/4r97ly3

Curiosity, research, and real-world impact. Learn how faculty and students are advancing conservation through the teacher-scholar model. Read more: https://wakefo.rest/3Mn7Gxf #ProHumanitate #WFUResearch

A look back at Wake Forest's Annual Lovefeast 2025. https://wakefo.rest/44cqwgD

Just a few flurries, adding a little magic to finals week. ❄️❄️❄️ #MotherSnowDear Visit wakealert.wfu.edu for weather-related updates.

🎓 When students feel they belong, they’re more likely to graduate. New research from Wake Forest shows that belonging can boost degree completion. #WFUResearch #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3JWGowW

The annual Wake Forest Lovefeast is one of our most cherished traditions. Join us this year at 7 p.m. ET on December 7 in Wait Chapel. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the prelude begins at 6:20 p.m. Viewers may also watch a livestream of the service at lovefeast.wfu.edu.

🌎 Academic excellence at a global scale. Wake Forest ranks #4 nationally with 85.7% of undergrads studying abroad. 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3K0dCLS

Academic excellence at Wake Forest includes access to world-class artists. Thank you to Branford Marsalis, our 2025 Maya Angelou Artist in Residence, for an inspiring visit to campus. 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/4oDlIc7 #WakeTheArts #ProHumanitate

Age is no barrier to big ideas. Wake Forest hosted a first‑of‑its‑kind debate between retiree teams, with the help of Wake Forest Debate students and debate faculty. #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/4r97ly3

🎓 When students feel they belong, they’re more likely to graduate. New research from Wake Forest shows that belonging can boost degree completion. #WFUResearch #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3JWGowW

🌎 Academic excellence at a global scale. Wake Forest ranks #4 nationally with 85.7% of undergrads studying abroad. 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3K0dCLS

Innovative thinking in action: Wake Forest economist Fred Chen is changing how the world approaches wildlife conservation. 🦏 #WFUResearch 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3JrVZ7u

At Wake Forest University, we believe education is about more than knowledge. It’s about character, integrity and purpose. See how our mission is shaping the future of higher education. #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3JSqpzO

What if we focused less on exercise and more on moving in ways we enjoy? Associate Professor Jason Fanning studies how creative, consistent movement supports physical and mental health, especially for older adults. https://wakefo.rest/48eftVw #wfuresearch #wfuexpert

Age is no barrier to big ideas. Wake Forest hosted a first‑of‑its‑kind debate between retiree teams, with the help of Wake Forest Debate students and debate faculty. #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/4r97ly3

Academic excellence at Wake Forest includes access to world-class creators. Thank you to Branford Marsalis, our 2025 Maya Angelou Artist in Residence, for an inspiring visit to campus. 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/4oDlIc7 #WakeTheArts #ProHumanitate

Wake Forest is made stronger and more vibrant by our #FirstGen students, and earlier this month we had the chance to celebrate them. From conversations over coffee to a keynote by Brian Li (’03), the 4th annual First in the Forest First-Gen Celebration was one to remember. #ProHumanitate

#TurkeyPalooza is back! Wake Forest students are serving up scratch-made meals to meet growing need in Winston-Salem this holiday season. 🦃💛 #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3WQWV8j

Innovative thinking in action: Wake Forest economist Fred Chen is changing how the world approaches wildlife conservation. 🦏 #WFUResearch 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3JrVZ7u

We write today to offer a brief update on the search for Wake Forest’s 15th president. https://wakefo.rest/4hZho4L

#TurkeyPalooza is back! Wake Forest students are serving up scratch-made meals to meet growing need in Winston-Salem this holiday season. 🦃💛 #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3WQWV8j

This Veterans Day, we pause with gratitude for all who have served. 🇺🇸 Thank you to our #DecoratedDeacs and veterans everywhere for your dedication and sacrifice.

Wake Forest University is at the forefront of a national movement to restore character and purpose to higher education. Learn how our approach is making an impact. #ProHumanitate 🔗 https://wakefo.rest/3JSqpzO

Join us on Sunday as jazz legend Branford Marsalis takes the stage as the 2025 Maya Angelou Artist‑in‑Residence Award recipient. Don’t miss his public conversation on Nov 9 at 4 p.m. in Brendle Recital Hall. #WakeTheArts https://wakefo.rest/4qPuWDQ

Living life in a movie ✨

A look back at Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2025, through the lens of Wake Forest Photographers #GoDeacs See the Photo Story: https://wakefo.rest/43ByT4W

A look back at Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2025, through the lens of Wake Forest Photographers #GoDeacs See the Photo Story: https://wakefo.rest/43ByT4W

Pro Boo-manitate is everywhere. 👻🖤 Happy Halloween, Deacs!

Wake Forest welcomes Jill Tiefenthaler, CEO of National Geographic, on Nov 13 for a keynote about exploring and taking action to make a positive impact in the world. Join us to hear her insights on how global exploration can inspire real‑world solutions. 🌿 https://wakefo.rest/4oefdMG

For 50 years running (and walking, stretching, training and moving), the HELPS program has empowered thousands to live longer, healthier lives. #ProHumanitate Read more: https://wakefo.rest/4hlU8xn

Hundreds of kids will trick-or-treat around Wake Forest University’s Hearn Plaza from 3-6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, for the annual Project Pumpkin fall festival, a University student-led event to bring together students, faculty, staff and W-S communities. #ProHumanitate https://wakefo.rest/4o7dR6p

Beth Norbrey & Larry D. Hopkins Hall isn’t just a building, their son David said at the dedication of the residence hall on Saturday, Oct. 25. “It’s about legacy. It’s about what it looks like to open doors for others, even when you had to break them down yourself.” https://wakefo.rest/4hANK5E

⚾️ Charlotte or Raleigh? Which city could hit a home run and land North Carolina’s first Major League Baseball team? #WFUResearch #WFUexpert https://wakefo.rest/4ow08pv

The road home is lined with memories. Welcome back to where it all began. Homecoming weekend is here! homecoming.wfu.edu

For 50 years running (and walking, stretching, training and moving), the HELPS program has empowered thousands to live longer, healthier lives. #ProHumanitate Read more: https://wakefo.rest/4hlU8xn

We’ve been putting weighted vests to the test. Here’s what the research shows. Read more here: https://wakefo.rest/47z7bIr

Wake Forest University is making a direct impact in Charlotte, supporting physician wellness and boosting community health programs. #WakeForestCLT Read more: https://wakefo.rest/4gYB4oz

Wake Forest and Notre Dame will square off in the 2027 Duke’s Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium, highlighting Wake’s deep Charlotte ties. #WakeForestCLT Read more: https://wakefo.rest/4h6DKkk

Wake Forest University is honoring trailblazing alumni Beth and Dr. Larry Hopkins by renaming South Residence Hall to Hopkins Residence Hall. The dedication ceremony will take place on Oct. 25 during Homecoming Weekend. #WFUHC https://wakefo.rest/4o1ban8

The Wake Forest University community seeks a leader of rare caliber—someone who embodies uncompromising integrity, impeccable character and a strong set of guiding values and principles. Join us in the work ahead. https://search.president.wfu.edu

It’s a beautiful day in our neighborhood. 🎩💛

Wake Forest University is making a direct impact in Charlotte, supporting physician wellness and boosting community health programs. #WakeForestCLT Read more: https://wakefo.rest/4gYB4oz

Wake Forest and Notre Dame will square off in the 2027 Duke’s Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium, highlighting Wake’s deep Charlotte ties. #WakeForestCLT Read more: https://wakefo.rest/4h6DKkk