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Old Gold & Black

"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

Old Gold & Black

"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

Old Gold & Black

The Winston Hall rain garden was created to prevent erosion and runoff down the hill behind the building. (Courtesy of the Wake Forest University Office of Sustainability)

The Hidden Guardians at Wake Forest – LID and Stormwater Ponds

Sheryl Zhang, Contributing Writer December 4, 2024

Although Hurricane Helene did not send floodwaters directly to Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, N.C., the hurricane brought catastrophic flooding, landslides and widespread damage to western North...

A red wolf wearing an orange-reflective collar in the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. (Courtesy of David Goldman/AP)

Fighting for survival: the endangerment and conservation of the red wolf

Mia Springer, Environment Editor December 4, 2024

The creature’s swift speed is attributed to its muscular long legs. Its dark reddish-brown coat gives it the ability to blend in seamlessly with the surrounding environment. Golden eyes are essential...

"This climate action plan reviews the steps Wake Forest has taken towards sustainability since 2009." (Courtesy of Wake Forest University Office of Sustainability)

Taking action on climate action

Reese Lile, Contributing Writer December 4, 2024

Wake Forest is a leader in sustainability and is looking for new ways to advance its mission for a greener future. Nature is in their name, and the foliage-filled campus boasts the Reynolda grounds, which...

Coastal erosion: The case of coastal North Carolina

Mia Springer, Environment Editor November 20, 2024

The Atlantic Ocean is eating houses on the barrier islands of coastal North Carolina.  Just shy of 4,000 miles long, the state’s coast includes 18 barrier islands, which are stretches of land separated...

The PFAS blood-levels of over 1,000 residents across Pittsboro, Fayetteville, and the Lower Cape Fear region were tested as part of the GenX Project. (Courtesy of the GenX Project)

PFAS blood levels may be decreasing in Cape Fear River Basin residents, study shows

Addison Schmidt, Environment Editor November 20, 2024

Early findings suggest that PFAS levels in the blood of residents living in the Cape Fear River Basin may be decreasing, according to a scientific study out of North Carolina State University, but it remains...

On Saturday, Nov. 16 volunteers including Wake Forest University President Dr. Susan Wente packaged food, diapers and pet food to be sent to western North Carolina.

Wake Forest continues to aid in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts

Addison Schmidt, Environment Editor November 20, 2024

Following the devastation caused when Hurricane Helene struck western North Carolina and other parts of the Southeast in late September, numerous groups across Wake Forest University have raised funds...

Petroleum solvents are also often found in dry cleaning processes. They release toxic air pollutants and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can react to form ground-level ozone, or smog. (Courtesy of NC Newsline)

What is green dry cleaning and how is it affected by greenwashing?

Beza Zelalem, Environment Editor November 11, 2024

Serious environmental hazards and health concerns regarding dry cleaning solvents have pushed many businesses in the industry towards eco-friendly alternatives. This growing demand for “green” dry...

Following book introductions, Corban Addison and Ryan Emanuel answer questions from Melba Newsome and attendees. (Courtesy of Gwen Fletcher)

Corban Addison and Ryan Emanuel visit Wake Forest for book forum

Beza Zelalem, Environment Editor November 7, 2024

Bestselling author Corban Addison and professor of hydrology at Duke University, Ryan Emanuel, presented at a book forum hosted by the Mellon Environmental and Epistemic Justice Initiative (EEJI) at Wake...

The saltmarsh sparrow is one of 93 bird species in North Carolina categorized as one of "greatest conservation need." (Courtesy of Virginia Mercury)

How climate change threatens bird species

Sheryl Zhang, Contributing Writer November 6, 2024

Roving along the Atlantic Coastline, hiding in marsh plants flittering across the water, Saltmarsh Sparrows hum mystic sounds of romance. These tiny birds, weighing less than one ounce, never settle for...

"Each year, the NCLCV releases a scorecard — the primary tool for tracking the environmental voting scores of North Carolina state legislators."

How to stay up to date on the environmental record of candidates

Beza Zelalem, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

The time to vote for the 2024 presidential, state and local elections has arrived. With this it’s important to understand where current political candidates stand on pressing environmental issues and...

Despite the impacts of Hurricane Helene, many continue to make voting a priority, as the polls for in-person, early voting in Black Mountain, NC remained busy on Oct. 17. (Courtesy of Stephanie Scarbrough/AP News)

Weathering the vote: The state’s election response to Hurricane Helene

Malcolm Brown, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

On Oct. 7, The North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) convened to hold a remote meeting to address the emergency measures required for conducting voting in the affected counties in western North...

Campus Garden entry sign on Polo Rd.

Growing Roots: Sarah Rodgers

Mia Springer, Environment Editor October 12, 2024

The campus garden is an oasis in the reality that is our busy world. The orchestra of birds chirping, red-tailed hawks screeching and three garden chickens rummaging through the grass drown out the sound...

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