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President Wente addresses the university community from the fourth floor of the Sutton Center.
Wente delivers annual presidential address
November 30, 2022
The CareYaya startup team meets.
Healthcare service CareYaya expands to WFU
November 30, 2022
A Wake Forest University Police vehicle is parked outside of Truist Field.
Trespassing suspect worked for campus dining, WFUPD major says
November 30, 2022
Students march around Hearn Plaza at an Aug. 28, 2021 protest concerning sexual violence.
‘We have work to do:’ Campus Climate Survey data released
November 22, 2022
Various signs promoting candidates running for local office are placed outside the Forsyth County Government Center, which served as an early voting site in downtown Winston-Salem.
A look at voter turnout in Forsyth County
November 16, 2022
Alice Hauser is one of 32 Americans who has received the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship this year.
Deacon Profile: Alice Hauser
December 1, 2022
Caleb Strickler poses with the head of the Demon Deacon costume.
Unmasking the Demon Deacon: Caleb Strickler
November 30, 2022
Aaron Hardwick, Wake Forests new orchestra director, poses with his baton.
Deacon Profile: Aaron Hardwick
November 28, 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
November 17, 2022
The Last Resort includes both an indoor bar and nightclub dance floor, and an outdoor “tiki bar” and patio.
A look behind the scenes of Last Resort
November 16, 2022
A Native American Heritage Month flyer shows the Should We Go to Hawaii talk.
Tohi Talk asks: ‘Should we go to Hawaii?’
November 21, 2022
Deforestation has ravaged the Amazon rainforest in most South American countries with a stake in the land, including Peru (above), Brazil, and Ecuador. Environmental experts predict that president-elect Lula will focus on decreasing logging in Brazil.
Brazilian election delivers change for the Amazon
November 16, 2022
The graduate cohort draws heavily on the book All We Can Save.
Graduate cohort focuses on eco-justice
October 31, 2022
Students dress in sustainable Halloween costumes.
Making Halloween fashion more sustainable
October 26, 2022
Indigenous Peoples Day events at Wake Forest honor Indigenous teachings and sustainability practices.
Fostering connections on Indigenous Peoples Day
October 19, 2022
Wait Chapel is lit blue to support the University of Virginia. (Aine Pierre/OGB)
UVA, we stand with you
November 17, 2022
The Old Gold & Black has published for 106 years, in no small part due to a country and a university that respects the freedom of the press.
Editorial: (Don’t) stop the presses
November 3, 2022
A voting location at the First Assembly Church makes early voting easily accessible to Wake Forest students.
Editorial: Vote! Vote! Vote!
October 20, 2022
Multiple signatories to the faculty groups letter mentioned Wake Forests motto: Pro Humanitate (for humanity).
Editorial: Contract workers deserve a living wage
September 22, 2022
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From the editor: A new tradition
August 25, 2022
An Old Gold & Black investigation reveals that many students do not feel safe on campus.
‘I do not feel safe:’ A deep dive into Wake Forest campus safety
December 1, 2022
A protest on Aug. 28, 2021 led to increased conversations around sexual violence on campus.
The brutal aftermath of a sexual assault at Wake Forest
November 30, 2022
A college student falls asleep on their textbook.
Is sleep the key to a better college life?
November 21, 2022
Joe Biden, who recently pardoned those convicted of federal marijuana offenses, speaks at a White House conference.
Biden’s pardon shows promise
November 2, 2022
Advocates for affirmative action protest outside of the U.S. Supreme Court building.
SCOTUS must uphold affirmative action
November 2, 2022
Tyree Appleby controls the ball en route to a 32-point performance in Madison, WI.
Appleby shines as Wake Forest stuns Wisconsin in Madison
November 30, 2022
Tyree Appleby (No. 1 in white) jumps to shoot a layup.
PHOTOS: Demon Deacons take down Georgia 81-71
November 12, 2022
Bobi Klintman (No. 34 in white) handles the ball in the Wake Forest offensive zone.
Men’s basketball opens season with win over Fairfield
November 11, 2022
The Texas A&M Aggies dominated Wake Forest.
MBB falls in NIT Elite Eight
March 27, 2022
Alondes Williams dunk capped off a solid performance by the Demon Deacons.
Wake Forest defeats VCU, advances to NIT Elite Eight
March 21, 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
Sam Hartman (No. 10 in white) is sacked by the Louisville defense.
Third-quarter collapse sends Louisville over Demon Deacons
October 31, 2022
Sam Hartmans 313 passing yards lead the Demon Deacons to a 43-15 win over Boston College.
Demon Deacons earn second ACC victory against Boston College
October 25, 2022
Wake Forest falls to Maryland, is eliminated from the NCAA Tournament
Wake Forest falls to Maryland, is eliminated from the NCAA Tournament
June 5, 2022
Starting pitcher Josh Hartle went seven innings, giving up a run and three hits, to grab the win in Saturdays contest.
Wake Forest stays alive with win against Long Island
June 4, 2022
Graduate student Gabe Golob comes into the game after starter Rhett Lowder gives up five runs.
Wake Forest stumbles in opening game against UConn
June 3, 2022
Wake Forest, which went 1-1 at the ACC Tournament, will compete against Connecticut Friday.
Wake Forest baseball will travel to College Park for NCAA Tournament regional
May 30, 2022
Seth Keener, who started the game for the Demon Deacons, received a no-decision in the loss.
Wake Forest falls to NC State, awaits NCAA Tournament decision
May 25, 2022
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
Defender Garrison Tubbs (No. 32 in black) makes a play on the ball.
Men’s soccer advances to ACC semifinals
November 9, 2022
A photograph of a tennis player putting up a heart
As Serena Williams retires, many reflect on her legacy
September 13, 2022
Mens tennis will face No. 65 Clemson Friday at home.
Men’s tennis goes 2-0, women’s 0-2 over weekend
April 5, 2022
The mens tennis team celebrates a victory.
Men’s tennis continues to dominate
March 16, 2022
Wake Forest made it to the second round of the tournament.
Tennis competes at ITA Championships
February 24, 2022
Mens tennis wins big in ITA kickoff
Men’s tennis wins big in ITA kickoff
February 3, 2022
A photo of Will Zalatoris
Zalatoris to miss out on Tour Championship
August 24, 2022
The Wake Forest womens golf team poses with the ACC Championship trophy.
Women’s golf claims ACC crown
April 19, 2022
After finishing in second place behind champion Hideki Matsuyama in 2021, Will Zalatoris finished in sixth place of the 2022 Masters.
Demon Deacons compete at the Masters
April 12, 2022
Michael Brennan shot five-under to capture the Genesis Collegiate crown.
Brennan wins Genesis Collegiate
February 24, 2022
Mens golf got off to a poor start on day one, but the team bounced back.
Men’s golf places fifth in invitational
February 3, 2022
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
This past fall, Georgia Ruffolo competed in the Bryan National Collegiate and was the sec- ond-highest finisher on the B Team. She recorded an eight-over score of 224 to finish T26.
Deacon “Sportlight”: Georgia Ruffalo
April 20, 2022
Wake Forest track & field and cross country athlete Kenton Bachmann was named to the Indoor 2021 All-ACC First Team and the Indoor 2021 ACC Academic Team.
Deacon “Sportlight”: Kenton Bachmann
April 13, 2022
Midfielder Jacob Schulte in action in the game against Coastal Carolina on April 3. Wake Forest currently holds a 6-1 record, and Schulte has scored 6 goals total this season.
Deacon Sportlight: Jacob Schulte
April 6, 2022
The powerful Sridevi plays the role of Shashi in “English Vinglish”, displaying her confidence and strength when she arrives in Central Park in New York City.
Exploring the magic of Bollywood
December 1, 2022
Un Verano Sin Ti is an amazing listen.
Album of the year: ‘Un Verano Sin Ti’
November 30, 2022
George Saunders writes devastatingly simple stories, but there is usually hidden meaning beneath.
How George Saunders breaks your heart
November 29, 2022
Drake (right) performs with 21 Savage (left).
Drake returns to form in ‘Her Loss’
November 21, 2022
Takeoff raps on stage in an Atlanta Braves cap.
A tribute to Takeoff
November 21, 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
Students exhibit Pro Humanitate ethos
October 29, 2020
N.C. voters can shape the election
October 29, 2020
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
The Outside In: War in Ukraine
The Outside In: War in Ukraine
April 11, 2022
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Deacon Profile: Cat Mizzi

Deacon Profile: Cat Mizzi

September 23, 2021
Malcolm Gladwell speaks at WFU

Malcolm Gladwell speaks at WFU

September 16, 2021
SAFAR mobilizes for Afghan refugees

SAFAR mobilizes for Afghan refugees

September 2, 2021
Deacon Profile: Chris Gilliam

Deacon Profile: Chris Gilliam

April 29, 2021
Deacon Profile: Jim Mussetter

Deacon Profile: Jim Mussetter

April 15, 2021
The Office of Sustainability is running two challenges, the Plant-Forward Challenge, focused on diet, and the Green Hygiene Spring Challenge.

“Earth Month” arrives on campus

April 8, 2021
Photo courtesy of Caroline Bryant

Deacon Profile: Caroline Bryant

November 19, 2020
Photo courtesy of Aishah Casseus

Deacon Profile: Aishah Casseus

November 5, 2020
Deacon Profile: Joanne Clinch

Deacon Profile: Joanne Clinch

October 22, 2020
Wake Forest retools gameday experience

Wake Forest retools gameday experience

September 24, 2020
Deacon Profile: Timothy Heath

Deacon Profile: Timothy Heath

September 17, 2020
Deacon Profile: Sarah Esstman

Deacon Profile: Sarah Esstman

August 27, 2020
Finding the right student organization for you

Finding the right student organization for you

August 14, 2020
To Rush or Not to Rush: Pro-Greek Life

To Rush or Not to Rush: Pro-Greek Life

August 14, 2020
Wake Forest welcomes local bakery to campus this fall

Wake Forest welcomes local bakery to campus this fall

August 5, 2020
Fall 2020 Study Abroad Programs Cancelled

Fall 2020 Study Abroad Programs Cancelled

June 22, 2020
Emelyn Hatch: Classical Languages: Latin

Emelyn Hatch: Classical Languages: Latin

April 30, 2020
Caitlin Clarke: Psychology

Caitlin Clarke: Psychology

April 30, 2020
Wake Forest Presidents Aides headshots, Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Alexander J. Holt (20).

Alexander Holt: Sociology

April 30, 2020
IFC Launches Fund to Support COVID-19 Response

IFC Launches Fund to Support COVID-19 Response

April 28, 2020
Student Creates Replica of Wake Forest Campus on Minecraft

Student Creates Replica of Wake Forest Campus on Minecraft

April 22, 2020
Johnson Residence Hall, on the campus of Wake Forest University on Thursday, November 2, 2017.

Student Belongings Moved Out of Bostwick, Johnson and Polo Residence Halls

April 22, 2020
Wake Forest Graduate Student Launches Fuel the Fight Winston-Salem

Wake Forest Graduate Student Launches Fuel the Fight Winston-Salem

April 21, 2020
Webinar Stimulates Climate Action through Civic Engagement

Webinar Stimulates Climate Action through Civic Engagement

April 18, 2020
Construction is almost finished on The Barn, a student venue at Wake Forest University, on Friday, April 29, 2011.

Capital Projects, Campus Construction Next Victims of COVID-19

April 18, 2020
Summer Study Abroad Programs Cancelled, Summer Session I To Be Held Remotely

Summer Study Abroad Programs Cancelled, Summer Session I To Be Held Remotely

April 4, 2020
Students Serve Winston-Salem Community As Virtual Tutors

Students Serve Winston-Salem Community As Virtual Tutors

March 29, 2020
First On-Campus COVID-19 Case Confirmed

First On-Campus COVID-19 Case Confirmed

March 26, 2020
RUF Online Sessions Provide Beacon Of Hope For Many

RUF Online Sessions Provide Beacon Of Hope For Many

March 21, 2020
Law School Moves To Remote Coursework For Rest Of Semester

Law School Moves To Remote Coursework For Rest Of Semester

March 19, 2020
Campus Events Cancelled, Postponed or Virtualized

Campus Events Cancelled, Postponed or Virtualized

March 18, 2020
Study Abroad Programs, Wake Washington and Wake West Suspended

Study Abroad Programs, Wake Washington and Wake West Suspended

March 15, 2020
Hatch Issues Apology On Founders’ Day

Hatch Issues Apology On Founders’ Day

February 27, 2020
Luter Renovations Are Set To Begin In May

Luter Renovations Are Set To Begin In May

February 20, 2020
Building On Davis Field In Design Phase

Building On Davis Field In Design Phase

February 13, 2020
Wake West Expands Students’ Horizons

Wake West Expands Students’ Horizons

February 6, 2020
Safe Office Welcomes Two New Counselor/Advocates

Safe Office Welcomes Two New Counselor/Advocates

January 30, 2020
Student Government General Assembly

Student Government General Assembly

January 23, 2020
First-Years Demonstrate Sustainable Leadership

First-Years Demonstrate Sustainable Leadership

January 23, 2020
Photo courtesy of the Office of Sustainability Flickr

Environmental Majors Are Approved

January 23, 2020
University Counseling Center Establishes Walk-In Clinic

University Counseling Center Establishes Walk-In Clinic

November 21, 2019
Deacon Profile: Cara Levicoff

Deacon Profile: Cara Levicoff

November 14, 2019
Deacon Profile: Head Pumpkins

Deacon Profile: Head Pumpkins

October 31, 2019
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Deacon Profile: Riley Phillips

October 24, 2019
Wallace-Wells Discusses Climate

Wallace-Wells Discusses Climate

October 17, 2019
Deacon Profile: Alice Romanov

Deacon Profile: Alice Romanov

October 3, 2019
Deacon Profile: Paige Nordland

Deacon Profile: Paige Nordland

September 26, 2019
Deacon Place: Ups And Downs Of New Dorms

Deacon Place: Ups And Downs Of New Dorms

September 26, 2019
aWake All Night Draws Record Crowds

aWake All Night Draws Record Crowds

September 12, 2019
Deacon Profile: Ashley Fountain

Deacon Profile: Ashley Fountain

September 12, 2019
Novel Explores The Important Topic Of Sustainability

Novel Explores The Important Topic Of Sustainability

September 5, 2019
Corey D.B. Walker Discusses Slavery

Corey D.B. Walker Discusses Slavery

September 5, 2019
Deacon Profile: Nathan Peifer

Deacon Profile: Nathan Peifer

September 5, 2019
Deacon Profile: Mellie Mesfin

Deacon Profile: Mellie Mesfin

August 29, 2019
To Rush Or Not To Rush: Pro-Greek

To Rush Or Not To Rush: Pro-Greek

August 24, 2019
Tips For Getting Involved On Campus

Tips For Getting Involved On Campus

August 24, 2019
The service featured a candle lighting ceremony that united the crowd under the theme of Lovefeast. The event first began in December 1965 and has become a tradition since.

Top Five Demon Deacon Traditions

August 24, 2019
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How To Manage Homesickness In College

August 23, 2019
CEO And Publisher Of Washington Post Delivers Commencement Address

CEO And Publisher Of “Washington Post” Delivers Commencement Address

May 22, 2019
Photo courtesy of Wake Forest University.

Baccalaureate Address Highlights Service And Passion

May 22, 2019
Daniel Oberti: Studio Art

Daniel Oberti: Studio Art

May 3, 2019
Yun Tang: Psychology

Yun Tang: Psychology

May 3, 2019
Club Raises Awareness Of Ocean And Marine Conservation

Club Raises Awareness Of Ocean And Marine Conservation

April 28, 2019
Psychologist Steven Pinker Speaks At WFU

Psychologist Steven Pinker Speaks At WFU

April 25, 2019
Scientists Capture First Picture Of Black Hole

Scientists Capture First Picture Of Black Hole

April 18, 2019
Deacon Profile: Libby Morris

Deacon Profile: Libby Morris

April 11, 2019
Students Celebrate Earth Week On Campus

Students Celebrate Earth Week On Campus

April 4, 2019
Deacon Profile: Roberto Fernandez & Nae Edwards

Deacon Profile: Roberto Fernandez & Nae Edwards

April 4, 2019
Wake N Shake Raises Record Amount

Wake ‘N Shake Raises Record Amount

March 28, 2019
Michelle Williams Speaks On Mental Health

Michelle Williams Speaks On Mental Health

March 28, 2019
Wake Students Exemplify Civic Leadership

Wake Students Exemplify Civic Leadership

March 21, 2019
Wake Forest economics professor Amanda Griffith talks about her research in a seminar room in Carswell Hall on Thursday, July 11, 2013.

Class Profile Influences Academic Trajectory

March 7, 2019
Where The Crawdads Sing Explores Social Issues

“Where The Crawdads Sing” Explores Social Issues

February 28, 2019
CEO Action Bias Tour Visits Wake Forest

CEO Action Bias Tour Visits Wake Forest

February 21, 2019
The Worrell Professional Center at Wake Forest University houses the Babcock Graduate School of Management and the Wake Forest School of Law.

Wake Forest School Of Law Goes Green

February 14, 2019
Hamilton Star Performs At Wait Chapel

“Hamilton” Star Performs At Wait Chapel

February 7, 2019
Deacon Profile: Brian Cohen

Deacon Profile: Brian Cohen

January 31, 2019
Wake Studio Starts Production Of Variety Show

Wake Studio Starts Production Of Variety Show

January 24, 2019
WFU To Host Speakers Angela Rye and Renee Elise Goldsberry

WFU To Host Speakers Angela Rye and Renee Elise Goldsberry

January 17, 2019
Wake Forest Remembers President Bush

Wake Forest Remembers President Bush

December 6, 2018
Turkeypalooza Addresses Food Insecurity

Turkeypalooza Addresses Food Insecurity

November 15, 2018
Teju Cole Speaks On The Power Of Photos

Teju Cole Speaks On The Power Of Photos

November 8, 2018
Deacon Profile: Mark Sucoloski

Deacon Profile: Mark Sucoloski

November 8, 2018
Deacon Profile: College Fed Challenge

Deacon Profile: College Fed Challenge

October 25, 2018
Book Club Focuses On Graphic Novels

Book Club Focuses On Graphic Novels

October 18, 2018
The rubble in Mexico Beach, two days after a Category 4 Hurricane Michael devastated the small coastal town just outside Panama City, Fla., on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018. (Pedro Portal/Miami Herald/TNS)

Wake Forest Avoids Severe Hurricane Damage

October 18, 2018
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