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A flyer details Rajmohan Gandhis talk.
Rajmohan Gandhi’s second event focuses on modern lessons
March 23, 2023
Students cover each other in colorful powders in observance of Holi.
Holi celebration returns with flying colors
March 22, 2023
Rajmohan Ghandi (center) speaks with history department chair Dr. Raisur Rahman (left) and African American Studies program director Dr. Corey D.B. Walker (right).
Rajmohan Gandhi, grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, calls students to action
March 20, 2023
The photography of Katie Fox (front center), shows campus life during the height of COVID-19 (Collage: Daniel Parolini).
The days the world shut down
March 16, 2023
A quarantine station awaits travelers to China.
As restrictions lift, Chinese international students look back
March 16, 2023
Georgia Kathryn Duncan poses with her tools.
Creativity during COVID-19
March 16, 2023
Sophomore Annie Russell still experiences symptoms of COVID-19.
Deacon Profile: Annie Russell
March 16, 2023
Phil Berger Jr. has been a justice of the N.C. Supreme Court since 2020.
WFU Law graduates on the NC Supreme Court: Phil Berger, Jr.
March 15, 2023
Richard Dietz poses in his judges robes.
WFU Law graduates on the NC Supreme Court: Richard Dietz
March 15, 2023
The National Eating Disorders Association trains college-aged women to lead The Body Project on their campuses to combat unrealistic beauty ideals.
The Body Project fights ‘eating disorder culture’
March 2, 2023
A surgical mask, which some use to protect against COVID-19, is found during a beach cleanup.
The good, the bad and the ugly truth: COVID-19 and its environmental impacts
March 16, 2023
A family of skiers race down a mountain.
Skiing: A slippery slope
March 14, 2023
Peter Schlachte (‘19)s job involves documenting the impact of Earthworks’ efforts and raise financial support from foundations.
Alumnus advocates for the environment
March 14, 2023
In the birthplace of the environmental justice movement, protesters march against the proposal of a PCB landfill in a predominantly Black neighborhood in Warren County, N.C., in 1982.
Past and present: Moving toward environmental justice
March 2, 2023
Visitors to Reynolda Gardens are treated to its colorful flowers and various plants.
A look into Reynolda Gardens’ past, present and future
March 2, 2023
From Exec: Celebrating our success and moving forward
From Exec: Celebrating our success and moving forward
March 16, 2023
Kenneth Townsend from the Office of Leadership and Character welcomes Bryan Stevenson to the Wait Chapel stage.
Editorial: Bryan Stevenson is right; we need to get proximate
March 2, 2023
The Rock, which is the center of MSUs campus, is converted to a memorial for the victims of the Feb. 13 students.
Editorial: We stand with MSU
February 24, 2023
Flags on Tribble Courtyard represent Americans struggling with mental health challenges.
Editorial: Mental Health week remains important
February 16, 2023
A.P. African American Studies, and education as a whole, are too important to be decided by politicians, the Editorial Committee writes.
Editorial: AP course underlies danger of academic censorship
February 13, 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
Bar Refaeli attends a 2010 film festival with Leonardo DiCaprio, who is 10 years her senior.
Hollywood age gaps are not funny, they’re just weird
March 2, 2023
Yellow caution tape blocks off the scene of a shooting at Michigan State University.
The college experience no one asked for
March 2, 2023
The Spanish Parliament meets. Earlier this month, Spain passed the first menstrual leave law in Europe.
Spain’s menstrual leave law is significant
March 2, 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
Damari Monsanto is helped off the field after sustaining an injury.
Damari Monsanto will have season-ending surgery
February 24, 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
Sam Hartman (No. 10 in white) is sacked by the Louisville defense.
Third-quarter collapse sends Louisville over Demon Deacons
October 31, 2022
The baseball team celebrates its 18-2 victory against Mount St. Marys on Friday afternoon.
Baseball sweeps doubleheader on way to 4-0 weekend
March 1, 2023
Wake Forest celebrates a Nick Kurtz grand slam in Fridays game against Youngstown State.
Baseball goes 4-0 in its opening homestand
February 21, 2023
Adam Cecere rounds third after hitting Wake Forests first home run of the year.
PHOTOS: Wake Forest takes down Youngstown State on opening day
February 20, 2023
Sophomore Rhett Lowder winds up to pitch during a game. Lowder received preseason All American honors by Baseball America.
All eyes on Omaha as WFU baseball kicks off this weekend
February 14, 2023
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
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
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
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 17, 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
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
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 21, 2022
Evelyn Wang (Michelle Yeoh) protects her husband (Ke Huy Quan) and daughter (Stephanie Hsu).
Beyond excellent, ‘Everything Everywhere all at Once’ is important
March 27, 2023
Paris Hilton promotes her video game, Jewel Jam, during a 2010 video game convention.
New family, new Paris Hilton
March 27, 2023
RRR expertly balances many different threads.
The strength of ‘RRR’ is its message
March 23, 2023
The Academy Awards are handed out annually, often to a good deal of controversy.
2023 Oscars: Dubs and Snubs
March 23, 2023
Adam Coil, donning a mask and apron, poses during the COVID pandemic.
A COVID-19 Odyssey: constructing a new me
March 16, 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
Students exhibit Pro Humanitate ethos
October 29, 2020
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
"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

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Christa Dutton

Christa Dutton, News Editor

Christa is a junior from Raleigh, North Carolina, planning to major in Communication with minors in English and Journalism. She spends her free time reading, running while listening to podcasts, watching Survivor and grabbing coffee with her friends.

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From the editor: Year 107

Christa Dutton, Editor-in-Chief
January 19, 2023
A viral video shows a student being arrested in a Winston-Salem State University classroom.

Winston-Salem State University faces pushback after student is arrested in a classroom

Christa Dutton, Editor-in-Chief
December 20, 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

Christa Dutton, Breanna Laws, and Connor McNeely
November 22, 2022
Poll observers are appointed by political parties to observe polling places.

Election anxieties drive increase in poll observers

Christa Dutton , News Editor
November 8, 2022
A poster protesting the Chinese government hangs in Tribble Hall.

[Photo] “My family would be in danger”

November 3, 2022
Dean Jonathan Walton led the School of Divinity through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dean Jonathan Walton to leave School of Divinity, Walker named interim dean

Christa Dutton, News Editor
October 24, 2022
The Old Gold & Black spoke to students struggling to pay for basic necessities in the wake of inflation.

The Cost of Living: Students share experiences with inflation

Christa Dutton, Maddie Stopyra, and Aine Pierre
October 20, 2022
A tree in front of Benson University Center leans sideways on Friday morning after strong winds knocked it over.

Hurricane Ian sweeps through North Carolina, Wake Forest

Christa Dutton and Hope Zhu
October 4, 2022
Lydia Swortzel (left) and her husband, Stevien Reece (right) hold their baby, Oliver.

How a mother’s choice saved her child

Christa Dutton , News Editor
September 26, 2022
Swortzel was faced with a harrowing choice.

[Photo] Emergency

September 26, 2022
Multiple signatories to the faculty groups letter mentioned Wake Forests motto: Pro Humanitate (for humanity).

Faculty group calls for contract workers to be paid a living wage

Christa Dutton and Maddie Stopyra
September 18, 2022
A miscroscope photograph of the virus that causes COVID-19.

University does not plan for COVID-19 dashboard to return

Hope Zhu, Aine Pierre, and Christa Dutton
September 7, 2022
A graphic of multiple gears telling students to set goals, seek feedback, reflect on experiences and build relationships.

Your network is your net worth

Connor McNeely and Christa Dutton
August 18, 2022
A photograph of Wait Chapel

News Recap 2021-2022

Aine Pierre and Christa Dutton
August 18, 2022
Coronavirus and DNA, virus mutation. New variant and strain of SARS CoV 2. Microscopic view. 3D rendering

Wake Forest announces COVID-19 policies for Fall 2022

Emily Toro and Christa Dutton
June 17, 2022
Music Performance: Katarina Sams

Music Performance: Katarina Sams

Christa Dutton, News Editor
April 28, 2022
Elementary Education: Lauren Robertson

Elementary Education: Lauren Robertson

Christa Dutton, News Editor
April 28, 2022
Mathematical Economics: David Li

Mathematical Economics: David Li

Christa Dutton, News Editor
April 28, 2022
Elementary Education: Lauren Robertson

Elementary Education: Lauren Robertson

Christa Dutton, News Editor
April 28, 2022

News

Emily Toro and Christa Dutton
April 28, 2022
Brad Bannon and Christine Mumma, defense attorneys for Christopher Bryant and Rayshawn Banner, respectively, give an interview after the first day of the hearings. Mark Rabil and Julie Boyer (not pictured) represent Jermal Tolliver and Nathaniel Cauthen, respectively.

‘Winston-Salem Five’ seek exoneration

Christa Dutton, Cooper Sullivan, Daniel Parolini, and Aine Pierre
April 24, 2022
Jessicah Black cries during her testimony.

[Photo] Day Five

April 24, 2022
Asya Taylor (left) and Dimarvin Puerto (right) pose with the first place trophy.

Taylor and Puerto take top honors at debate tournament

Christa Dutton, News Editor
April 22, 2022
The FYS on misinformation presented posters about conspiracy theories, algorithms and news literacy.

[Photo] WFU classes travel to D.C. for ‘ACCelerate’ festival

April 14, 2022
Wahl competes on Season 33 of Survivor.

Deacon Profile: Will Wahl

Christa Dutton, News Editor
April 13, 2022
Del Rosario’s tweet and her account have since been deleted, and she has issued an apology to the school.

WFU medical student placed on leave of absence

Christa Dutton, News Editor
April 6, 2022
After 10 years, Provost Rogan Kersh will step down as provost in order to pursue full-time teaching and research, and Dean Gillespie will succeed him beginning July 1.

Provost Kersh steps down; Gillespie to succeed

Emily Toro and Christa Dutton
April 6, 2022
Many students are expressing dissatisfaction with the housing selection process.

Explaining 2022-2023 housing selection

Christa Dutton, News Editor
March 30, 2022
Wearner writes in his appeal that the committees actions led to the defamation of his character.

Wearner files ‘An Appeal to Address a Violation of Rights and Defamation of Character’

Emily Toro and Christa Dutton
March 29, 2022
Derby Days, which usually sees high participation from the Panhellenic Council, may not include the involvement of Panhellenics eight sororities.

Panhellenic votes to boycott Sigma Chi fundraiser

Aine Pierre and Christa Dutton
March 3, 2022
a Feb. 24 email, Wake Forest University will begin revising mask mandates on March 5 and no longer require masks in classrooms starting March 19.

University to lift indoor mask mandates

Christa Dutton and Emily Toro
March 2, 2022
A poster in Benson University Center outlines Wake Forests current masking policy.

Winston-Salem to lift its mask mandate; Wake Forest still undecided

Christa Dutton and Emily Toro
February 18, 2022
Clark’s photographs “Bladerunner Scape 1” and “Bladerunner Scape 2” reflect the aesthetic of the film “Bladerunner”.

New stArt exhibit features student photography

Christa Dutton, News Editor
February 17, 2022
Wake Forest students and faculty receive MLK award

Wake Forest students and faculty receive MLK award

Christa Dutton, News Editor
February 10, 2022
Smoke is visible on North Campus during the Weaver Fire.

Amidst backlash, university cancels classes for the remainder of the week

Christa Dutton, Emily Toro, Connor McNeely, and Aine Pierre
February 2, 2022
From Polo Residence Hall, the smoke from the fire obscures Wait Chapel.

Wake Forest community reacts to Weaver Fertilizer fire

Aine Pierre, Christa Dutton, and Emily Toro
February 1, 2022
Harjo, citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, is the first Native American to serve as U.S. Poet Laureate.

U.S. Poet Laureate visits Wake Forest

Christa Dutton, News Editor
January 28, 2022
The plays funded by the new grant will be performed in Wait Chapel as part of the National Black Theatre Festival.

Henry Luce Foundation grant aids WFU plays

Christa Dutton, News Editor
January 28, 2022
Wake Radio showcases at the 2017 Fall Involvement Fair.

Activity fair moves to February over COVID-19 concerns

Christa Dutton, News Editor
January 14, 2022
Wake Forest will lift its mask mandate in phases beginning on March 5

WFU updates COVID policies for Spring 2022

Christa Dutton, News Editor
January 13, 2022
Most Panhellenic sororites continue to appropriate hand signs.

Panhellenic votes to hold the remainder of recruitment online

Christa Dutton, News Editor
January 9, 2022
Shea Kidd Brown named new Vice President for Campus Life

Shea Kidd Brown named new Vice President for Campus Life

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
December 15, 2021
“Grip of the Past/Silenced” (pictured above), a piece of protest art by freshman Sofia Trujillo, is on display this week and next in Reynolda Village as part of the StArt Gallery.

StArt gallery showcases student artwork

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
December 2, 2021
First Omani student shares her national pride

First Omani student shares her national pride

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
November 23, 2021
Wake Forest celebrates NAHM

Wake Forest celebrates NAHM

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
November 18, 2021
Community discusses renaming at forum

Community discusses renaming at forum

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
November 4, 2021
After serving in the position of VP for Campus Life since 2013, Rue will be departing from Wake Forest.

Search forum draws student input

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
October 21, 2021
Wake Forest’s chapter of the International Justice Mission hopes their thrift shop will help fund missions to end slavery.

International Justice Mission opens thrift store

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
October 14, 2021
The tradition returns to in-person operations, which organizers hope will raise more money than last year’s virtual event.

Hit the Bricks returns to the upper quad

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
September 30, 2021
Malcolm Gladwell to visit WFU

Malcolm Gladwell to visit WFU

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
September 9, 2021
The Festival of Books & Authors was forced to cancel its programming last year, but it is now back, and will feature a Wake Forest professor.

Bookmarks Festival returns after hiatus

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
September 2, 2021
Isabel Wilkerson has won many awards for her writing, including the National Humanities Medal (award ceremony pictured above), which she received from then-President Barack Obama.

Face-to-Face features author Isabel Wilkerson

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
April 15, 2021
Wake N Shake takes hybrid format

Wake N’ Shake takes hybrid format

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
March 25, 2021
The Intercollegiate Marching Band, of which five Wake students were a part, performs at the College Football Playoffs National Championship.

Five students named to Intercollegiate Band

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
January 28, 2021
Meredith Grey, played by Ellen Pompeo, is dressed in the hospital’s COVID-19 gear, as the show picks up a plot line that veers much too close to reality (Photo courtesy of imdb.com)

Medical classic brings back fan favorite

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
November 19, 2020
Photo courtesy of Izzy McMahon

Deacon Profile: Izzy McMahon

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
October 29, 2020
Deacon Profile: Lisa Highet

Deacon Profile: Lisa Highet

Christa Dutton, Staff Writer
October 8, 2020
Deacon Profile: Hannah Cook

Deacon Profile: Hannah Cook

Christa Dutton
September 24, 2020
Best Buddies fosters friendship, community

Best Buddies fosters friendship, community

Christa Dutton
September 17, 2020
Hall of Famer Tom Seaver is introduced at Clark Sports Center during the Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony on July 24, 2011 in Cooperstown, New York. (Jim McIsaac/Getty Images/TNS)

Mets legend Tom Seaver passes away at age 75

Christa Dutton
September 10, 2020
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