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Andrew R. Klein will begin work as dean of the law school on July 1.
Andrew R. Klein named dean of the law school
May 25, 2023
Police presence in Reynolda Village Trails area: Live updates
May 17, 2023
Graduates throw their caps into the air.
The Class of 2023 graduates
May 16, 2023
Brian White currently serves as the general counsel and vice chancellor for legal affairs at the University of Kentucky.
University names Brian White its next vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary
May 6, 2023
Interim Dean of the School of Divinity, African American Studies Program Director and Wake Forest Professor of the Humanities Dr. Corey D.B Walker speaks at the Commemoration of the Enslaved.
University hosts fifth annual Commemoration of the Enslaved
May 2, 2023
K. Killian Noe is the founder of the Recovery Café Network.
To Noe and love
May 15, 2023
Dr. Michael Nader leads the Center for Addiction Research at Wake Forests medical school.
Wake Forest research supports a multi-treatment approach to the drug abuse crisis
May 6, 2023
The 2023 Graduation Edition
The 2023 Graduation Edition
April 27, 2023
Some of the universitys nine art collections are stored off campus.
Reflecting the times
April 12, 2023
This piece, titled “Patchworked Identities,” invites viewers to add their charcoal handprint onto the canvas, which is made of recycled cloth as a criticism of the fast-fashion industry.
‘Artivists’ bring together art and local activism
April 12, 2023
Armon White (23) performs at Wakeville. The festival placed an emphasis on both the arts and sustainability.
Arts and environment take center stage at Wakeville
April 18, 2023
A magnolia tree, for which Wake Forest is famed, stands on Wake Forests campus.
The lungs of our campus
April 13, 2023
A Greeks Go Green sticker is displayed on a water bottle.
Are Greeks really going green?
April 13, 2023
A Wake Forest alumna hopes to combat deforestation with QR codes.
Scanning for sustainability
April 13, 2023
Students peruse North Pits food options.
The North Pit aims to reduce food waste on campus
April 6, 2023
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From the Editor: Cheers to the Class of 2023
April 27, 2023
Notes of encouragement to survivors are displayed at the Safe Office Crews March 30 Speak Out event.
Editorial: Building on Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 13, 2023
This is the third editorial the Old Gold & Black has written this year about gun violence on college campuses.
We stand (again) with victims of gun violence
April 11, 2023
Hasan Pyarali (left) and Jackson Buttler (right) participate in a presidential election debate.
Old Gold & Black announces Student Government endorsements
April 3, 2023
Editorial: Womens History Month is especially important now
Editorial: Women’s History Month is especially important now
April 3, 2023
Studies suggest that more university students vote when they have Election Day off.
Make Election Day ‘Democracy Day’ at Wake Forest
April 18, 2023
After Donald Trump was indicted, he surrendered and was arraigned at a Manhattan courthouse, an event which received ample media coverage.
Trump indictment lacks integrity
April 18, 2023
A drag performer performs at a Student Union event.
Drag bans limit self-expression (for more than just performers)
April 11, 2023
A surveillance balloon flies above the United States.
Less popping balloons, more breaking down barriers
March 23, 2023
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake causes massive damage in Turkey.
Earthquakes underscore impact of refugee crisis
March 23, 2023
Bobi Klintman takes the ball into the paint against NC State.
Bobi Klintman declares for the 2023 NBA Draft
April 7, 2023
From right to left, Grant van Beveren, Daivien Williamson and Tyree Appleby pose before their final home game as Demon Deacons.
Thank you, seniors
March 15, 2023
Davien Williamson makes a game-winning shot for Wake Forest against Syracuse.
Men’s basketball wins an ACC Tournament game, but season ends in Greensboro
March 14, 2023
Graduate transfer Tyree Appleby, one of Wake Forests senior night honorees, puts up a jump shot.
Eagles prey on men’s basketball senior night
March 2, 2023
Cam Hildreth shoots a layup.
Men’s basketball goes 1-1 in critical homestand
February 27, 2023
Wide Receiver AT Perry (No. 9 in black) prepares for a snap against Boston College.
Former Demon Deacons look ahead to the NFL Draft
April 12, 2023
The Demon Deacons celebrate at midfield after winning the Gasparilla Bowl.
Gritty defense, Hartman history lifts Wake Forest to Gasparilla Bowl win
December 26, 2022
Wake Forests defensive line tries to break through to the Duke quarterback.
Blue Devils take the Demon Deacons to the darkest depths
November 29, 2022
Christian Turner (No. 0 in black) comes up just short of the end zone.
History repeats, Tar Heels blank Demon Deacons in fourth quarter
November 14, 2022
An NC State defender takes down Jahmal Banks (in white) just short of the end zone. Wake Forest did not score on this possession.
Interceptions, turnovers cost Wake Forest at NC State
November 6, 2022
Danny Corona (front center) celebrates with his teammates.
Baseball advances to the ACC Tournament semifinals
May 26, 2023
Brock Wilken (left) hit his 59th home run on Tuesday night, making him the all-time home run leader for Wake Forest
Baseball clobbers No. 6 Coastal Carolina
April 26, 2023
Bennett Lee (No. 27) celebrates with his teammates during a game against Pitt.
Baseball rallies to take series from Pitt
April 26, 2023
Wake Forest celebrates a home run in the series opener against Louisville.
Baseball takes two of three from No. 12 Louisville
April 19, 2023
Two Wake Forest baseball players don masks.
Looking back on baseball’s pandemic season
April 12, 2023
The mens soccer team huddles on the field at Spry Stadium.
Men’s soccer shows promise in Spring Soccer Cup
April 24, 2023
Roald Mitchell lines up a shot.
Men’s soccer falls in NCAA Tournament with biting 3-0 loss
November 21, 2022
Roald Mitchell is tripped up in front of the net.
PHOTOS: Wake Forest falls to Ohio State
November 20, 2022
Goaltender Trace Alphin (No. 1 in green) awaits a corner kick from the Clemson offense.
Men’s soccer falls in semifinals of ACC tournament
November 16, 2022
Jahlane Forbes stands on the field.
PHOTOS: Wake Forest men’s soccer falls 2-0 to Clemson
November 12, 2022
Wake Forests losses to No. 6 Duke and No. 10 Carolina bring the teams ACC record to 4-7.
Women’s tennis drops two road matches
April 11, 2023
Filo Moroni serves the ball.
Men’s tennis sweeps weekend slate
March 30, 2023
In a match against Miami on March 12, singles dominance led the way for the Demon Deacons.
Men’s tennis takes down local rivals en route to 6-1 stretch
March 13, 2023
Womens tennis finds success in doubles matches during the Blue Gray Tournament.
Women’s tennis wins Blue Gray Tournament
March 1, 2023
A photograph of a tennis player putting up a heart
As Serena Williams retires, many reflect on her legacy
September 13, 2022
The womens golf team celebrates after winning a national championship.
Women’s golf enters the history books
May 25, 2023
Wake Forest womens golf competes in the ACC Championship.
Women’s golf falls in ACC Championship semifinals
April 17, 2023
Cameron Young prepares to hit the ball.
Men’s golf alumnus Cameron Young places top-10 at the Masters
April 10, 2023
Graduate student Emilia Migliaccio walks on the green.
Three Demon Deacons compete in Augusta National Women’s Amateur
April 3, 2023
A photo of Will Zalatoris
Zalatoris to miss out on Tour Championship
August 24, 2022
Emily Reeves cheers on the Demon Deacons at Truist Field.
Deacon ‘Sportlight:’ Emily Reeves
March 31, 2023
Sydney Smith poses on Truist Field in her cheerleading uniform.
Deacon Sportlight: Sydney Smith
February 16, 2023
Jewel Spear dribbles a basketball at the Dave Budd Gymnasium.
Deacon ‘Sportlight:’ Jewel Spear
February 2, 2023
Alex Wood, a freshman sensation on the womens soccer team, poses in front of Wait Chapel.
Deacon Sportlight: Alex Wood
December 1, 2022
Men’s soccer midfielder Leo Guarino strikes a pose in front of Farrell Hall. His presence isn’t only felt on the field—Guarino was named to the 2021-2022 Academic Honor Roll.
Deacon Sportlight: Leo Guarino
November 17, 2022
Nate Amos and Rachel Brown of Water From Your Eyes pose below a sign.
The Old Gold & Black speaks to Water From Your Eyes
April 28, 2023
“Ted Lasso does something no other show has succeeded in accomplishing; it shows us, honestly, what it means to be human, writes Carolyn Malman.
The strength of ‘Ted Lasso’ is its humanity
April 24, 2023
Snail Mail performs at a March 2022 concert.
Talking sad girls and showbiz
April 14, 2023
Hopes for a new boygenius album were slim just a few months ago, but the groups second album impresses.
Troy Bolton was right, the boys ARE back
April 12, 2023
Cooper Sullivan is not enjoying his semester abroad.
I’m a WFU student who hates my study abroad
April 12, 2023
Terms for officers and senators elected today will begin on April 26.
Letter to the Editor: Elections Comission must not rig another election
April 3, 2023
Letter to the Editor: A failure of memory and a lack of intention
Letter to the Editor: A failure of memory and a lack of intention
December 13, 2022
Signs advocating against student housing do not target students, but developers, writes Professor Dean Franco.
Letter to the Editor: “Deactown” threatens property rights
October 6, 2022
A graphic with a black background featuring the OGB logo and the words letter to the editor.
Letter to the editor regarding college tips article
August 25, 2022
Ally Swartzberg speaks in Wait Chapel.
A Letter from Former Student Body President Ally Swartzberg
April 28, 2022
Tyree Appleby (left) drives past a Duke defender.
PHOTOS: Demon Deacons rebound, beat Duke 81-70
December 21, 2022
Tyree Appleby (No. 1 in white) jumps to shoot a layup.
PHOTOS: Demon Deacons take down Georgia 81-71
November 12, 2022
PHOTOS: Wake Forest falls 30-21 to NC State
November 6, 2022
Deac Diaries is a brand new podcast, available on Spotify.
Deac Diaries: Entry 1
October 17, 2022
Catch up on the Old Gold & Blacks sports podcast
Catch up on the Old Gold & Black’s sports podcast
July 21, 2022
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Breanna Laws

Breanna Laws, Print Managing Editor

Breanna is a sophomore from Wilkes County, N.C., majoring in Communication with a double minor in Journalism and Linguistics. Outside of OGB, she is the vice president of the university poetry club and a member of both the Setting the Groove tap club and the WFU Club Equestrian team. In her free time, you can find her watching horror movies or buying more earrings that she doesn’t need.

All content by Breanna Laws

Police presence in Reynolda Village Trails area: Live updates

Maddie Stopyra, Christa Dutton, and Breanna Laws
May 17, 2023
Mathematical Business: Gracie Stanek

Mathematical Business: Gracie Stanek

Breanna Laws, Print Managing Editor
April 27, 2023
Anthropology: Gabby Valencia

Anthropology: Gabby Valencia

Breanna Laws, Print Managing Editor
April 27, 2023
Sociology: Dianna LaTerra

Sociology: Dianna LaTerra

Breanna Laws, Print Managing Editor
April 27, 2023
Despite their lack of brain, jellyfish can still process sensory information.

On the majesty of jellyfish

Breanna Laws, Print Managing Editor
April 10, 2023
Dr. Arthur Laffer speaks in Broyhill Auditorium on Feb. 8.

Renowned economist talks taxes on campus

Breanna Laws, Print Managing Editor
February 12, 2023
Students march around Hearn Plaza at an Aug. 28, 2021 protest concerning sexual violence.

‘We have work to do:’ Campus Climate Survey data released

Christa Dutton, Breanna Laws, and Connor McNeely
November 22, 2022
Members of the club sip tea at High Climate Tea, a teahouse in Asheville, on Nov. 6. They also visited Dobra Tea, a nearby teahouse in the same city.

Meet the World Tea Association

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Breanna Laws weaves a tale of phantom empathy.

Short story: Phantom empathy

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
November 7, 2022
In Fall 2022, News covered protest posters put up by Chinese international students to protest the election of Xi Jinping and China’s COVID-19 policies.

“My family would be in danger”

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
November 3, 2022
The Supreme Court will hear challenges to affirmative action on Oct. 31.

Supreme Court to hear Affirmative Action lawsuits; WFU will remain committed to diversity

Breanna Laws and Hope Zhu
October 20, 2022
Indigenous Peoples Day events at Wake Forest honor Indigenous teachings and sustainability practices.

Fostering connections on Indigenous Peoples Day

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
October 19, 2022
Provost Michelle Gillespie spoke to Student Government Senators on Tuesday, Sept. 27.

Provost Michele Gillespie kicks off Student Government Speaker Forum

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
October 4, 2022
Deacs Decide and the Office of Civic and Community Engagement hope students will turn out to the polls this midterm season.

Here’s what you need to know about registering to vote

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
September 20, 2022
In Memoriam: Raymond Stout

In Memoriam: Raymond Stout

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
September 14, 2022
a microscopic image of the monkeypox virus

Here’s what you need to know about Monkeypox

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
September 10, 2022
A photograph of a mother and her child

Children need to be protected on public platforms

Breanna Laws, Staff Columnist
September 8, 2022
A photograph of a choir singing

Chamber Choir receives $1 million endorsement

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
September 2, 2022
Logo of Repairers of the Breach

Downtown event empowers low-income voters

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
September 2, 2022
The logo of the University Counseling Center

UCC hires two new counselors

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
August 25, 2022
A graph on a gold background

Classism runs rampant in the education system

Breanna Laws, Staff Columnist
August 24, 2022
A photograph of Wake Forest Law School, housed in a brick building.

Jane Aiken steps down as law school dean

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
August 14, 2022
An image with an off-white background and four post-it notes. The top left image reads Sex education on, the bottom three have the symbols for male, female, and transgender people from top to bottom and left to right.

After Roe, it is worth reviewing North Carolina’s sex education laws

Breanna Laws, Staff Columnist
July 13, 2022
Students wrote messages in chalk on Hearn Plaza supporting abortion rights.

[Photo] Students react to the potential overturning of Roe v. Wade

May 10, 2022
Two opinion articles this semester focused on incoming Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown-Jackson.

Ketanji Brown-Jackson faces undue criticism

Breanna Laws, Staff Columnist
April 21, 2022
Lia Thomas poses atop the podium at the NCAA Championships.

Feminism should not exclude transgender women

Breanna Laws, Staff Columnist
March 30, 2022
Oana Jurchescus research team won a prestigious award in physics.

Physics professor wins prestigious grant

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
March 17, 2022
Wake Forest Students dance as they celebrate the 2020 edition of Wake n’ Shake, which marked the event’s 15-year anniversary.

Wake n’ Shake unites community against cancer

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
March 3, 2022
Bruner’s book “The Nation Must Awake” is a retelling of her great-grandmother’s account of the Tulsa Massacre.

Anneliese Bruner delivers keynote address

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
February 24, 2022
Battle teaches courses on social justice in the social sciences, reimagining the criminal legal system and courts and criminal procedure.

Deacon Profile: Brittany Battle

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
January 28, 2022
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

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
January 20, 2022
The American political scene has changed drastically — in both positive and negative ways — because of significant media presence over the past few years.

Conversation analyzes social media activism

Maryam Khanum and Breanna Laws
January 13, 2022
Sorority recruiters, including Kappa Deltas Caroline Searcy, prepare for the online recruitment for pledge class 2022.

Bid day confirmed to remain in-person

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
January 13, 2022
The newly-renovated Luter residence hall is named after Joseph Williamson Luter III, a Wake Forest alum, University benefactor and entrepreneur.

The man behind Luter residence hall

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
January 13, 2022
The newest Spider-Man movie showcases three generations of Spider-Man.

Spider-Man portrayals vary across films

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
January 13, 2022
The University Counseling Center will return to its pre-rapid access treatment model starting next semester, according to Director Dr. Warrenetta Mann. The university will also offer free tele-health sessions.

UCC will return to long-term care in spring 2022

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
December 2, 2021
Booster shots come to campus

Booster shots come to campus

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
November 18, 2021
Dorm repairs force students to move

Dorm repairs force students to move

Breanna Laws, Staff Writer
November 11, 2021
ARAW connects students to resources

ARAW connects students to resources

Breanna Laws, Contributing Writer
November 4, 2021
Deacon Profile: Sean Hannah

Deacon Profile: Sean Hannah

Breanna Laws, Contributing Writer
October 21, 2021
Wake students should not neglect right to protest

Wake students should not neglect right to protest

Breanna Laws, Contributing Columnist
October 14, 2021
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