"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

Old Gold & Black
'Covers the campus like the magnolias'
Alumni of the Wake Forest University School of Business accredit their career successes at top accounting firms to their professors and the holistic business curriculum.
Top accounting firms hire WFU grads at high rates
January 20, 2022
The Fierce Urgency of Now: Climate Change, Environmental Justice, and the Fate of Democracy, explores the work of the Virginia Interfaith Power and Light.
Humanities Professor hosts climate change talk
January 20, 2022
The TedxWake event, coincidentally, was supposed to feature talks on the positive power of disruption.
Snow forces TEDxWake to cancel event
January 20, 2022
Wake Radio showcases at the 2017 Fall Involvement Fair.
Activity fair moves to February over COVID-19 concerns
January 14, 2022
Continued indoor mask mandates, a new visitor policy and modified quarantine and isolation periods are among the updated COVID-19 policies for the Spring 2022 semester.
WFU updates COVID policies for Spring 2022
January 13, 2022
Deacon Profile: Dr. Shea Kidd-Brown
Deacon Profile: Dr. Shea Kidd-Brown
January 20, 2022
Amy Foley is the manager of RedCupWake, an Instagram meme account with nearly 3,000 followers.
RedCupWake: How to Run a Meme Page
January 20, 2022
Current brothers of Alpha Kappa Psi gather to celebrate a new semester. AKPsi provides new opportunities for leadership, networking, business excellence and more.
Alpha Kappa Psi opens doors for its members
January 20, 2022
Senior Grace Lyons, one of the members of the Equestrian Team competes at Tyron International Equestrian Center over Fall break.
Equestrian Team returns to intercollegiate competitions
January 20, 2022
A sign in Tribble Courtyard reminds students to eat during the first semester finals week. Disordered eating constitutes a major issue on the Wake Forest campus.
Exploring eating disorders at Wake Forest
January 13, 2022
Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th President of the United States.
Oval Offense: If Biden fails to make his mark, will anyone succeed?
January 20, 2022
Cases like the Kyle Rittenhouse trial underscore the need for increased discipline of prosecutors.
Regulatory agencies need strengthening
January 20, 2022
People end up shaping their identity around fabricated posts, which inevitably leads to disappointment.
Social media causes loss of identity
January 20, 2022
Cultural tolerance proves to be limited
Cultural tolerance proves to be limited
January 20, 2022
The Chick-fil-A lines in Benson remain long after the installation of kiosks.
New Chick-fil-A kiosks appear to be ineffectual
January 20, 2022
Students exhibit Pro Humanitate ethos
October 29, 2020
N.C. voters can shape the election
October 29, 2020
Letter to the Editor: Alumnus Provides Advice to Graduating Seniors
Letter to the Editor: Alumnus Provides Advice to Graduating Seniors
May 19, 2020
Letter to the Editor: Incoming Freshman Reflects on the Student Experience
Letter to the Editor: Incoming Freshman Reflects on the Student Experience
April 24, 2020
The Forklift Danceworks company, led by Wake Forest alumna Allison Orr (93), follows landscaping staff on their morning duties as part of an artist-in-residence program on Wednesday, September 19, 2018. The company will work with facilities staff to create and stage a dance program in the fall of 2019.
President Hatch Reflects On “From The Ground Up”
October 10, 2019
University should respect sanctity of a snow day
University should respect sanctity of a snow day
January 20, 2022
Administration is encouraging masks, but this encouragement falls short.
Administration must test students for COVID-19
January 13, 2022
One final letter from the Editor
One final letter from the Editor
December 2, 2021
Staff Editorial: Lead with respect and empathy
Staff Editorial: Lead with respect and empathy
November 18, 2021
Staff Editorial: Show support for our athletic teams
Staff Editorial: Show support for our athletic teams
November 4, 2021
Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th President of the United States.
Oval Offense: If Biden fails to make his mark, will anyone succeed?
January 20, 2022
Transportation dilemma lingers in Winston-Salem
Transportation dilemma lingers in Winston-Salem
March 18, 2021
Meghan Markle stands up to British royal family
Meghan Markle stands up to British royal family
March 18, 2021
Women in video game community face an uphill climb
Women in video game community face an uphill climb
March 4, 2021
Lake Katherine creates peaceful example of change
Lake Katherine creates peaceful example of change
February 25, 2021
Junior forward Jake LaRavia (team- leading 15 points) plays defense.
MBB secures vital win over Virginia
January 20, 2022
The Wake Forest womens basketball team needs a few wins to be back in the NCAA Tournament conversation.
Women’s basketball falls in two ACC matches
January 20, 2022
BURG Sports names Brett Griffis the Virginia 2021 Season MVP.
Football welcomes five recruits as early enrollees
January 20, 2022
Miles Lester earned an athletic scholarship for the second semester of his senior year.
Deacon Spotlight: Miles Lester
January 20, 2022
Josh Allen leads the Buffalo Bills to victory over the New England Patriots with five passing touchdowns. The Bills score on their first seven drives.
Recapping the first round of the NFL Playoffs
January 20, 2022
Junior forward Jake LaRavia (team- leading 15 points) plays defense.
MBB secures vital win over Virginia
January 20, 2022
The Wake Forest womens basketball team needs a few wins to be back in the NCAA Tournament conversation.
Women’s basketball falls in two ACC matches
January 20, 2022
Women’s basketball drops three ACC games
Women’s basketball drops three ACC games
January 13, 2022
Senior guard Alondes Williams led the Demon Deacons with a 25-point, 12-rebound double-double in the thrilling overtime win against Syracuse.
Men’s basketball finds success over winter break
January 13, 2022
Jewel Spear (right) led the Deacons against UMBC with 18 points.
Women’s basketball remains unbeaten
December 2, 2021
Brad Lambert is returning to Winston-Salem to run the Demon Deacon defense.
Wake Forest hires Brad Lambert as new defensive coordinator
January 6, 2022
The Demon Deacons celebrate their second 11-3 season in program history after defeating Rutgers in the Gator Bowl.
Wake Forest defeats Rutgers in Gator Bowl
January 1, 2022
Wake Forest finds new bowl opponent in Rutgers
Wake Forest finds new bowl opponent in Rutgers
December 23, 2021
Wake Forest falls to Pittsburgh in ACC Championship
Wake Forest falls to Pittsburgh in ACC Championship
December 13, 2021
Previewing the ACC Championship against Pitt
Previewing the ACC Championship against Pitt
December 2, 2021
USA wins Ryder Cup in dominant fashion
USA wins Ryder Cup in dominant fashion
September 30, 2021
Cantlay takes home FedEx Cup amidst new rules
Cantlay takes home FedEx Cup amidst new rules
September 9, 2021
Long Beach, Ca. native Patrick Cantlay played his fourth PGA Tour event at Caves Valley Golf Club, this time lands on top with a score of 27-under.
Cantlay takes home trophy at BMW Open
September 2, 2021
Jon Rahm embraces Finau after his win in the playoff against Cameron Smith. With the third place finish, Rahm moves to second in the rankings.
Tony Finau wins in first event of FedEx Cup Playoffs
August 26, 2021
Zalatoris, a former Demon Deacon, walks off the 4th tee during The third round of the Masters in Augusta, Georgia on April 10.
Will Zalatoris: A story of true grit
April 15, 2021
Braves and Astros to play in World Series
Braves and Astros to play in World Series
October 28, 2021
Major League Baseball season surprises thus far
Major League Baseball season surprises thus far
August 26, 2021
Chris Lanzilli hit two big home runs to power the Demon Deacons to a game two win against ACC opponent NC State. The contest marked the first annual Demon Deacon Fight Against Pediatric Cancer game.
Wake Forest goes 2-2 in contests against Davidson and NC State
May 4, 2021
On April 20, the third baseman, Wilken, hit his 11th home run of the season, putting him seventh among freshmen in home runs in program history.
Deacon baseball continues to struggle in ACC
April 29, 2021
Mascolo has pitched in nine games this season, and Wake Forest has won four out of his five starts. He threw a season-high five strikeouts at Appalachian State.
Deacon Spotlight: Reed Mascolo
April 22, 2021
NCAA Tournament run ends for men’s soccer
NCAA Tournament run ends for men’s soccer
December 2, 2021
Through 22 games this season, the Demon Deacons scored 43 goals, the most goals a Wake Forest team has scored since 2011 (52).
Women’s soccer falls to Michigan 2-0
December 2, 2021
Redshirt senior Hulda Arnarsdottir (No. 88) was one of the goal-scorers on Sunday. Sofia Rossi and Shayla Smart also scored one goal each.
Women’s soccer opens tournament with 3-0 win
November 18, 2021
After missing the 2018 World Cup, the USA looks ahead to 2022.
USA defeats Mexico in qualifying match
November 18, 2021
Graduate forward Jenna Menta dribbles down the field with the ball. She scored Wake Forest’s sole goal of the game in the 31st minute.
Florida State tops Wake Forest 1-0 in semifinals
November 11, 2021
Brylin and Killingsworth defeated Old Dominion in the final match in three sets.
Deacon Spotlight: Brylin and Killingsworth
October 21, 2021
Ilya Ivashka overcame some of the top competitors in the world at the Winston-Salem Open en route to his first career ATP Title.
Ivashka clinches first ATP title in W-S Open
September 2, 2021
Taha Baadi defeated his UNC opponent, but the Deacs still fell short.
Tennis falls to UNC in ACC Tournament
April 29, 2021
Tennis beats three opponents over the weekend
Tennis beats three opponents over the weekend
March 25, 2021
Men’s tennis looks to go to another NCAA championship.
Men’s and women’s tennis have varied success
March 11, 2021
Sofia Rossi has played in 21 games this season and has totaled 1,539 minutes so far.
Deacon Spotlight: Sofia Rossi
November 18, 2021
Deacon Spotlight: Julian Kennedy
Deacon Spotlight: Julian Kennedy
October 14, 2021
Sophomore Cristian Escribano played 90 or more minutes in five games last year.
Deacon Spotlight: Cristian Escribano
September 30, 2021
Benalcazar was one of two players to start all matches during the 2020-21 season.
Deacon Spotlight: Nico Benalcazar
September 9, 2021
Chaney finished his senior high school season with 13 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. He had 25 tackles, three sacks and a fumble recovery as a junior in 2017.
Deacon Spotlight: Isaiah Chaney
August 26, 2021
Adam Coil writes that A24s The Tragedy of Macbeth was underwhelming.
“Macbeth” adaptation underwhelms viewers
January 20, 2022
Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has remained the center of attention in the world of hip hop following his release of Donda.
Student provides update on the current state of rap
January 20, 2022
Studio Ghibli movies enchant audiences.
Miyazaki produces fantastic anime
January 20, 2022
Feminism is still alive, as demonstrated in womens marches around the world.
“Little Women” remains influential
January 20, 2022
Artist Spotlight: Maggie Hodge
Artist Spotlight: Maggie Hodge
January 20, 2022
Residence Life and Housing will be providing housing for students over Winter Break, the office announced in an email sent on Nov. 10. The change came after students expressed concern over logistics.
Residence Life updates Winter Break policies
November 18, 2021
A recent email from the Delta Kappa Epsilon (DKE) fraternity made its way throughout campus as the message contained disturbing and sexual language, leading to pushback.
Vulgar fraternity email sparks mass outrage
October 28, 2021
In early October, Residence Life and Housing told international students it would not br providing housing on campus to those staying over winter break, prompting outrage.
Nowhere to go for Int’l students over break
October 28, 2021
Explaining scholarship students and the four-year housing requirement
Explaining scholarship students and the four-year housing requirement
October 28, 2021
Sustainable infrastructure: Little changes can make a big difference
Sustainable infrastructure: Little changes can make a big difference
October 28, 2021
A recent email from the Delta Kappa Epsilon (DKE) fraternity made its way throughout campus as the message contained disturbing and sexual language, leading to pushback.
Vulgar fraternity email sparks mass outrage
October 28, 2021
According to an Association of American Universities survey, only 15% of survivors report sexual violence that happens in college to campus or local authorities. Where one reports can have significant impact on the nature of the process, however.
Comparing Title IX and the courts
September 23, 2021
More than two weeks following the protest on Aug. 28, campus leaders are working to effect change in the way the university handles its culture of interpersonal violence.
Behind the university’s response to 8/28
September 16, 2021
Katie Fox / OGB
Difficult realities: Wake Forest grapples with sexual, racial violence
September 2, 2021
Editorial Staff: Wake Forest must reflect on aftermath of protest
Editorial Staff: Wake Forest must reflect on aftermath of protest
August 30, 2021
Residence Life and Housing will be providing housing for students over Winter Break, the office announced in an email sent on Nov. 10. The change came after students expressed concern over logistics.
Residence Life updates Winter Break policies
November 18, 2021
In early October, Residence Life and Housing told international students it would not br providing housing on campus to those staying over winter break, prompting outrage.
Nowhere to go for Int’l students over break
October 28, 2021
Explaining scholarship students and the four-year housing requirement
Explaining scholarship students and the four-year housing requirement
October 28, 2021
Sustainable infrastructure: Little changes can make a big difference
Sustainable infrastructure: Little changes can make a big difference
October 28, 2021
"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

Old Gold & Black
"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

Old Gold & Black
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
© 2022 • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in