"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

Old Gold & Black

'Covers the campus like the magnolias'
"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

Old Gold & Black

"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

Old Gold & Black

A Seniors Guide To A Complete College Experience

A Senior’s Guide To A Complete College Experience

Daniel Pachino August 24, 2018

Beginning your Wake Forest career will undoubtedly be one of the most pivotal moments in your life. It means moving away from the comfort of our families and friends at home, making new friends and moving...

Ren Schmitt/Old Gold & Black

Expectations vs. Reality: Wake Forest Edition

Ren Schmitt August 24, 2018

Congratulations! You have made it to campus, and according to pamphlets, campus tours and hours perusing countless poorly-written comments on college review blogs, Wake Forest may be the world’s best...

June 1839: First class of graduates received their diplomas from Wake Forest College.

A History of Wake Forest In Photographs

Amanda Wilcox August 24, 2018

From its establishment in Wake Forest, NC to being in Winston-Salem today, the university has been a microcosm of change occurring on a national scale, from the civil rights movement to women’s liberation....

Lizzie Snyder/Old Gold & Black

Money-Saving Tips On Campus And Beyond

Natalie Wilson August 24, 2018

While saving money and learning to budget is important to any college student, it’s especially challenging for a new student at Wake Forest, one of the most expensive schools in the country. Many students...

Lizzie Snyder/Old Gold & Black

How To Master The Old Gold Swipe

Lizzie Snyder August 24, 2018

Old Golds? Pit swipes? Food dollars? Oh my. While you probably spent a decent amount of time contemplating the several meal plan options on campus, now it’s time to officially put your meal plan to the...

The Best Places To Start Studying

The Best Places To Start Studying

Emily Beauchamp August 24, 2018

Whether you’re on campus or in Winston-Salem, there are tons of great study spots to check out. There are significantly more places to do homework than those listed, so spend some time looking for the...

Discover These Hidden Gems On Campus

Discover These Hidden Gems On Campus

Julia Haines August 24, 2018

While you’ll become familiar with Wake Forest staples such as the library and the Pit in no time, you won’t be a true expert until you experience some of the hidden gems our campus has to offer. To...

Campus Traditions You Cant Miss

Campus Traditions You Can’t Miss

Kiley Price August 24, 2018

Where would Wake Forest be without its traditions? The reason the Demon Deacon spirit has stayed alive is because its students continue to uphold the university’s values, character and good times throughout...

300 dpi 1 col x 3.25 in / 52x83 mm / 177x281 pixels Chris Ware color illustration of a homesick college student crying and grasping a picture of her family and pets. Lexington Herald-Leader 2001

Don’t Let Homesickness Define Your Year

David Ajamy August 24, 2018

Leaving your home for college is something you have probably been thinking about since you got that big packet in the mail from Wake Forest. And while college is full of wonders and amazing memories, it...

Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News

There Are Many Ways To Get Involved

Kiley Price August 24, 2018

There are over 250 clubs at Wake Forest. With organizations ranging from the Bass Fishing Team to Ballroom Dancing Club, there is a seemingly endless number of organizations to join. However, as you all...

Amanda Wilcox/Old Gold & Black

Can’t-Miss Campus Bucket List

Natalie Wilson August 24, 2018

1. Pit-sit all day. Take advantage of unlimited coffee refills, wifi and power outlets to avoid ending your semester with excess swipes (although if you do, there are ways to donate them!) 2. Run through...

The case for remaining independent of Greek affiliation on campus

The case for remaining independent of Greek affiliation on campus

Nicholas Demayo August 26, 2017

While many students at Wake Forest enjoy the benefits of their respective Greek organizations, almost half choose to remain independent during their college years. I am one of those people.  What I have...

Load More Stories