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Destiny Hale and Hanna Sharkarov hold the trophy they won at the 2025 ACC Debate Championship. (Courtesy of Wake Forest University)

Wake Forest Debate wins fifteenth ACC Debate Championship

Caroline Khalaf, News Editor May 10, 2025

Sophomores Destiny Hale and Hanna Sharkarov brought home a trophy for Wake Forest Debate at the 2025 ACC Debate Championship after defeating Southern Methodist University on April 27 in Washington, D.C.,...

The resolution reaffirming Student Government's commitment to DEI acts as an anchor to drive work moving forward.

Student Government passes resolution reaffirming commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Caroline Khalaf, News Editor May 10, 2025

A resolution reaffirming Wake Forest Student Government’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion was passed by the Senate in April 2025.  Student Government believed it important to uphold...

Wake Forest University joins a long list of other institutions of higher learning, speaking out against undue government intrusion.

Wake Forest University calls for constructive engagement

Mattie Stillerman, Opinion Editor May 9, 2025

“A call for constructive engagement” On April 24, President Susan Wente and Provost Michele Gillespie informed the Wake Forest community that the university joined a growing list of colleges and...

According to the university, the draft underwent revision through campus dialogue and student groups, alongside other faculty and staff members.

Update: Statement of Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom approved

Ella Klein, Editor-in-chief April 30, 2025

The Wake Forest board of trustees has accepted the Statement of Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom, according to a school-wide email from President Susan Wente and Provost Michelle Gillespie.  “This...

This year marked the 14th annual Arnold Palmer Day, which began in 2011 to honor the distinguished alumni and is organized by the Traditions Council on the first day of The Masters tournament. (Courtesy of @wfuniversity on Instagram)

Traditions Council Remembers Arnold Palmer

Sydney Glenn, Contributing Writer April 28, 2025

On Thursday, April 10, Wake Forest students across campus gathered on Manchester Plaza to celebrate the life and legacy of Arnold Palmer during the annual Arnold Palmer Day. Students, faculty and staff...

The tournament, filled with laughter, competitiveness and love for one another, brings light to Janey’s memory and will allow it to live on for generations.

Second annual Jam for Janey funds the honorary physics scholarship in Janey Thompson’s honor

Shani Schwartz, Contributing Writer April 28, 2025

Over 400 students and more than 30 faculty members competed in the second annual 3v3 memorial basketball tournament, Jam for Janey, on April 10. The tournament honors Wake Forest student and avid club...

“We Keep Us Safe” lined the stage with faux flowers and candles before setting up for the Friday afternoon prayer.

Vigil in solidarity with international students held on Manchester Plaza

Ella Klein, Editor-in-Chief April 25, 2025

A group composed of faculty, staff and students called “We Keep Us Safe WFU” gathered to host a vigil for those who have been targeted and detained due to immigration status, as well as solidarity...

(Courtesy of Student Government)

Student Government announces 2025 Student Body President election results

Mattie Stillerman, Opinion Editor April 16, 2025

On Wednesday, April 9, Student Government announced all but one of the executive positions — Student Body President. After a runoff election, Amaya Williams was elected as Student Body President on Friday,...

 Renowned TV writer William Electric Black visited Winston-Salem Forsyth County elementary schools to promote gun safety. Photo courtesy of Wake Forest University

The Wake Forest Center for Literacy Education hosts a week of events highlighting the importance of gun safety education

Maria Silveira, News Editor April 13, 2025

A seven-time Emmy Award-winning writer from the television show Sesame Street visited two Winston-Salem Forsyth County elementary schools to promote gun safety. Renowned TV writer William Electric Black...

The DESK event often leaves an impact on Wake Forest students as well, serving as a way to engage in community service while making memories alongside new and old friends. Photo courtesy of @wfuniversity on Instagram

DESK paints elementary students a new learning space

Jill Yoder, Staff Writer April 13, 2025

Wake Forest’s annual DESK event took place on Tuesday, April 1, on Davis Field, bringing together student organizations from across campus to paint personalized desks for elementary school students in...

The speakers for the 2025-26 season were recently announced— Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Mitt Romney, Lt. Gen. H. R. McMaster and Cynthia Erivo. Photo courtesy of facetoface.wfu.edu

Face to Face reveals world- class speakers for the 2025-26 season

Caroline Khalaf, News Editor April 13, 2025

Every year, the Face to Face Speaker Forum grows, bringing in world-class names to Wake Forest and the broader Winston-Salem community. At the end of the 2024-25 season, the new program was announced....

Throughout the conversation, Legend reinforced the importance of believing in oneself, addressing many of the students and young professionals in the room who are just beginning their careers. Photo courtesy of Greensboro News and Record

John Legend concludes the 2024-25 Face to Face season

Jane Cohen, Contributing Writer April 13, 2025

To conclude the Face to Face Speaker Forum of the 2024-2025 season, the Wake Forest community welcomed acclaimed musician and EGOT winner John Legend on April 8. Winston-Salem locals, Wake Forest students,...

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