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A panel from the AIDS Memorial Quilt is displayed in Benson University Center.
Wake Forest hosts AIDS memorial quilt, will work to create new panels
January 23, 2023
The initiative will be led by Interim Dean of Divinity Dr. Corey D. B. Walker.
Mellon Foundation awards Wake Forest $1 million grant for environmental justice project
January 19, 2023
Some sections of the quilt serve as the background to Briana Scurrys MLK Day keynote.
Briana Scurry delivers keynote address at MLK Day celebration
January 18, 2023
A garden on Manchester Plaza honors organizations in the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
Wake Forest’s NPHC begins expansion process
January 17, 2023
New sorority members run home to their organizations lounges on Bid Day.
Panhellenic recruitment returns partially to in-person
January 16, 2023
Members of the archery club practice at Waterfall Field near Reynolda Village.
Keeping a bullseye on Archery Club
January 26, 2023
Feldman, a senior Stamps Scholar, wants to work with the U.S. government for his career.
Deacon Profile: Tal Feldman
January 18, 2023
Wake Forest professor Dr. Cynthia Gendrich, with the assistance of Michles, directed a performance of Up and Away designed to be accessible to autistic theatergoers.
Wake Forest student makes theater more accessible
January 18, 2023
Members of YoungLife pose at their Club meeting.
Students find community in Forsyth County Young Life
January 14, 2023
Alice Hauser is one of 32 Americans who has received the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship this year.
Deacon Profile: Alice Hauser
December 1, 2022
Earth Sage is divided into multiple sections — laundry, kitchen, cleaning, beauty and health are all broken down into specific shelves and spaces within the store.
Explore Earth Sage, Winston-Salem’s first refill, low-waste shop
January 24, 2023
Despite efforts to decrease their impact on the planet, many grocery stores, like Publix, still use plastic bags.
How eco-friendly is your favorite Winston-Salem grocery store?
January 13, 2023
The Office of Sustainability and Campus Gardens have created lots of programming for the Spring 2023 semester.
Sustainable events in the new year
January 12, 2023
Luke Anders give his tips for a sustainable new year.
Five resolutions to make 2023 the year of the tree hugger
January 10, 2023
Research suggests that climate change is contributing to larger and more dangerous storms.
Is ‘once in a generation’ the new normal?
January 9, 2023
Editor-in-Chief Connor McNeely is pictured outside of the Old Gold & Black office.
A goodbye from the editor
December 20, 2022
Wait Chapel is lit blue to support the University of Virginia. (Aine Pierre/OGB)
UVA, we stand with you
November 17, 2022
The OGBs recent coverage on sexual assault and campus safety displays a failure of memory and a lack of intention, writes campus life fellow Bea Pearson (22).
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
Films like Good Will Hunting could be tainted by the involvement of figures like Harvey Weinstein, but sometimes, you can just enjoy art, writes Conor Metzger.
Guilt should not dictate the enjoyment of art
January 19, 2023
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
Damari Monsanto attempts to block a shot. His 25 points kept Wake Forest in the game.
Cavaliers slay men’s basketball at the Joel
January 25, 2023
Damari Monsanto attempts to block a shot. His 25 points kept Wake Forest in the game.
PHOTOS: Men’s basketball falls to No. 10 Virginia
January 23, 2023
Davion Bradford puts up a reverse layup. The junior finished the night with 3 points and 5 rebounds.
Men’s basketball takes down No. 19 Clemson
January 23, 2023
Matthew Marsh hangs onto the rim after scoring a ferocious dunk.
PHOTOS: Men’s basketball hands Clemson its first ACC loss
January 18, 2023
Andrew Carr goes for the contested layup against Florida State’s Cameron Corhen. The junior forward finished the night with 22 points and four rebounds.
Wake Forest’s three-headed monster spears the Seminoles
January 17, 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
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
White Lotus strength is in the authenticity of its characters, writes Virginia Noone.
‘White Lotus’ keeps momentum in its second season
January 26, 2023
Russell Moore (center) performs with IIIrd Time Out.
Stepping into a musical time capsule
January 18, 2023
Subversive fashion relies on the basics, and, as Wyla Solsbery writes, it may be the future of high fashion.
Subversive basics may be the future of high fashion
January 18, 2023
The Fablemans captures family relationships magically, writes Ally Werstler.
‘The Fabelmans’ brings magic back to the silver screen
January 18, 2023
Star Wars: Andor is a refreshing take on a 40-plus-year-old franchise.
‘Star Wars: Andor’ proves that nostalgia was never enough
January 18, 2023
The OGBs recent coverage on sexual assault and campus safety displays a failure of memory and a lack of intention, writes campus life fellow Bea Pearson (22).
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
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[Photo] How George Saunders breaks your heart

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[Photo] Is sleep the key to a better college life?

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[Photo] Crowd control failure leads to tragedy in Seoul

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[Photo] Short story: Phantom empathy

November 7, 2022
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[Photo] Supreme Court to hear Affirmative Action lawsuits; WFU will remain committed to diversity

October 20, 2022
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[Photo] Mar a Lago: FBI raid of Donald Trump’s Florida home sparks controversy

September 27, 2022
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[Photo] Considering the kinds of stories worth apologizing for

September 7, 2022
Sydney Pasceri recommends six books to read this semester.

[Photo] Book Club: Six must-reads for the fall 2022 semester

August 30, 2022
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[Photo] Marvel needs to break from its repetitive formula

August 24, 2022
A stock photograph of a gas mask.

[Photo] Conquer college with these “surefire” tips

August 18, 2022
A miscroscope photograph of the virus that causes COVID-19.

[Photo] University will require bivalent booster shot: email

August 15, 2022
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[Photo] The Buffalo massacre shows the danger of Great Replacement Theory, and those who promote it

July 21, 2022
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[Photo] No. 2 Bun Bo Hue

April 6, 2022
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[Photo] No. 1: Pho

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[Photo] Tik Tok

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[Photo] On Repeat

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[Photo] Godzilla serves as metaphor for human destruction

March 30, 2022
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[Photo] Dave Clawson: The Struggle

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[Photo] On Repeat

March 23, 2022
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[Photo] Robert Pattinson’s Batman displays growth

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[Photo] People prefer modern entertainment over reading

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[Photo] Vaporwave – Brody Leo

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[Photo] Slowcore – Adam Coil

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[Photo] Experimental Rap – Brody Leo

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[Photo] Shoegaze — Adam Coil

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[Photo] WAR baseball statistic is ineffective

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[Photo] Dealing with existentialism in college

February 24, 2022
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[Photo] International action in Ukraine crisis is imperative

February 23, 2022
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[Photo] Donald Trump launches new social media app

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[Photo] Unity in Yemen is not a logical solution

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[Photo] Eileen Gu embraces multicultural identity

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[Photo] Investors sell off riskier stocks

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[Photo] Energy bonds are back

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[Photo] An update on “fintech”

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[Photo] Students discuss recent events in music

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[Photo] Critical Race Theory needs to be taught in schools

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[Photo] Students discuss the issue of censorship

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[Photo] Controversial podcast should remain on Spotify

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