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The annual party so dear is a highlight of Homecoming.
Homecoming festivities spread joy
September 22, 2022
Signs reading No New Student Housing in Oak Crest have appeared on Polo Road.
Wake Forest students are advised to be more respectful to their neighbors
September 21, 2022
Wake Forest fell one ranking from last years ranking of 28.
Wake Forest University ranks 29th among national universities
September 20, 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
September 20, 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
September 18, 2022
Boxi Chen performs one of his 30 songs, which he has been writing since his senior year of high school.
Deacon Profile: Boxi Chen
September 29, 2022
McNeils book covers the life of journalist Wallace Caroll.
Mary McNeil recounts history on the run
September 28, 2022
Lydia Swortzel (left) and her husband, Stevien Reece (right) hold their baby, Oliver.
How a mother’s choice saved her child
September 26, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II lies in state in London.
Abroad in London, Wake Forest students get a front row seat to history
September 25, 2022
David Link tends to his bees at Campus Garden.
Pollen, pollinators and people
September 22, 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 26, 2022
Letter from the Editor: Congrats, grads!
Letter from the Editor: Congrats, grads!
April 28, 2022
The ACC is currently headquartered in Greensboro.
ACC headquarters should remain in North Carolina
April 20, 2022
Almost half of American adults say they have faced harassment online in 2021.
Harassment has no place in the public forum
April 14, 2022
Mikhail Gorbachev has been a polarizing figure, which continues into his death, writes Hope Zhu.
Gorbachev’s death generates controversy
September 20, 2022
Students offer perspective on financial sectors
Students offer perspective on financial sectors
February 24, 2022
TimelyCare, even in emergency situations, requires users to fill out a medical history questionnaire.
TimelyCare is inaccessible
February 17, 2022
Biden is now tasked with nominating a justice that will impact the court for years to come.
Oval Offense: Biden/Harris should not seek reelection
February 3, 2022
Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th President of the United States.
Oval Offense: If Biden fails to make his mark, will anyone succeed?
January 20, 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 Forest will face VCU in the second round.
MBB defeats Towson in first round of the NIT, will face VCU
March 18, 2022
The Demon Deacons loss to Boston College in the ACC Tournament still looms large.
MBB misses out on March Madness
March 16, 2022
Alondes Williams takes the ball down court.
Forbes, Williams win top ACC honors
March 7, 2022
Sam Hartman (No. 10 in black) had a career day, but the Demon Deacons fell just short against the Clemson Tigers.
Demon Deacons can’t claw back against Clemson
September 29, 2022
Wake Forests defense came up huge in Saturdays victory.
Records break, Wake Forest doesn’t versus Liberty
September 20, 2022
A photograph of a pass
Hartman returns, Demon Deacons find tempo in the Music City
September 12, 2022
A photo of a football lineup near Wake Forests endzone
Griffis shines as Wake Forest sails past VMI
September 2, 2022
A photograph of Sam Hartman, #10 in white, in the pocket.
With or without QB1, the show must go on
August 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
The mens soccer team greets the crowd at Spry Stadium after a 6-1 victory over George Mason.
No. 1 men’s soccer improves to 9-0
September 27, 2022
The Wake Forest Mens Soccer Team high-five the Spry crowd after a home victory. The Demon Deacons have been ranked top five nationally in attendance each year since 2015
Demon Deacons sit atop national rankings
September 22, 2022
The mens soccer team is now ranked No. 4 in the nation.
Men’s soccer, now No. 4 in the nation, is dominating the field
September 14, 2022
A photograph of Wake Forest players hugging in front of the net
Women’s soccer notches three wins and a draw
August 31, 2022
A photograph of three soccer players in white jerseys celebrating a goal
Men’s soccer opens its season with two home wins
August 30, 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 17, 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
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
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
Baadi and the rest of the tennis team are set to play Virginia Tech away on Friday.
Deacon “Sportlight”: Taha Baadi
March 24, 2022
Stirsman looks forward to the first home tournament of the spring on Monday.
Deacon “Sportlight”: Clay Stirsman
March 2, 2022
Adam Levines texts reveal dark secrets.
Should Adam Levine still be loved?
September 30, 2022
Prarthna Batra, originally from New Delhi, India, writes about her first month and a half at Wake Forest.
Life Through the Lens: Prarthna Batra
September 29, 2022
What I Talk About When I Talk About Running is an inspiring read.
Taking inspiration from ‘What I Talk About When I Talk About Running’
September 28, 2022
Emma Chamberlain has gained fame from her YouTube channel.
Analyzing Emma Chamberlain’s successful rebrand
September 28, 2022
Students order at Camino Bakery, located in ZSR Library.
Quick! Which is better: Camino or Starbucks?
September 23, 2022
The 2013 fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, resulted in the death of 15 people, an additional 150 people injured, and nearly 150 buildings being destroyed or damaged.
Examining EPA policies related to Weaver
March 23, 2022
Despite government warnings about health, safety and environmental hazards, the synthetic fertilizer ammonium nitrate is still widely used in the U.S.
Evaluating Wake Forest’s use of Weaver fertilizer
March 2, 2022
Winston-Salem residents voiced their concerns at a City Hall meeting regarding health, financial, and environmental issues in the aftermath of the Weaver fire.
Weaver fire reveals environmental racism
February 24, 2022
Wait Chapel was blanketed by a smoky fog last week.
Environment appears to be safe after Weaver Fire
February 7, 2022
Smoke covers the Road Houses on Thursday afternoon as a rainstorm swept through the area.
Webinar addresses lingering fire concerns
February 4, 2022
A recent email from the Delta Kappa Epsilon (DKE) fraternity made its way throughout campus as the message contained disturbing and sexual language, leading to pushback.
Vulgar fraternity email sparks mass outrage
October 28, 2021
According to an Association of American Universities survey, only 15% of survivors report sexual violence that happens in college to campus or local authorities. Where one reports can have significant impact on the nature of the process, however.
Comparing Title IX and the courts
September 23, 2021
More than two weeks following the protest on Aug. 28, campus leaders are working to effect change in the way the university handles its culture of interpersonal violence.
Behind the university’s response to 8/28
September 16, 2021
A protest on Aug. 28, 2021 led to increased conversations around sexual violence on campus.
Aftermath of protest reveals racial concerns
September 2, 2021
Protesters walk to the quad to continue the protest.
Difficult Realities: Wake Forest grapples with sexual, racial violence
September 2, 2021
Many students are expressing dissatisfaction with the housing selection process.
Residence Life updates Winter Break policies
November 18, 2021
In early October, Residence Life and Housing told international students it would not br providing housing on campus to those staying over winter break, prompting outrage.
Nowhere to go for Int’l students over break
October 28, 2021
Explaining scholarship students and the four-year housing requirement
Explaining scholarship students and the four-year housing requirement
October 28, 2021
Sustainable infrastructure: Little changes can make a big difference
Sustainable infrastructure: Little changes can make a big difference
October 28, 2021
The 2013 fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, resulted in the death of 15 people, an additional 150 people injured, and nearly 150 buildings being destroyed or damaged.
Examining EPA policies related to Weaver
March 23, 2022
Despite government warnings about health, safety and environmental hazards, the synthetic fertilizer ammonium nitrate is still widely used in the U.S.
Evaluating Wake Forest’s use of Weaver fertilizer
March 2, 2022
Winston-Salem residents voiced their concerns at a City Hall meeting regarding health, financial, and environmental issues in the aftermath of the Weaver fire.
Weaver fire reveals environmental racism
February 24, 2022
Wait Chapel was blanketed by a smoky fog last week.
Environment appears to be safe after Weaver Fire
February 7, 2022
Smoke covers the Road Houses on Thursday afternoon as a rainstorm swept through the area.
Webinar addresses lingering fire concerns
February 4, 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
Letter to the Editor: Alumnus Provides Advice to Graduating Seniors
Letter to the Editor: Alumnus Provides Advice to Graduating Seniors
May 19, 2020
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
Deacs & Democracy Podcast
Deacs & Democracy Podcast
September 13, 2020
Old Gold & Busy at Home Podcast
Old Gold & Busy at Home Podcast
September 3, 2020
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Essex Thayer

Essex Thayer, Sports Editor

Essex is a sophomore from Baltimore, Maryland, majoring in communications. In his free time, he enjoys cheering on the Ravens, Capitals, and watching the Deacs play.
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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
Economics: Grace Lyons

Economics: Grace Lyons

April 28, 2022

Sports

April 28, 2022
The mens golf team poses with the trophy.

Men’s golf wins ACC crown

April 27, 2022
Redshirt junior Michael Turconi celebrates with his teammates at home plate after hitting a walk-off home run in Saturday’s extra-inning victory.

Wake Forest drops series against Clemson

April 19, 2022
The team celebrates a Friday night win over Duke.

Wake Forest sweeps series with Duke

April 12, 2022
Dave Clawson and Steve Forbes have contributed to the revitalization of two storied Wake Forest programs.

A Tale of Two ACC Coaches of the Year

April 8, 2022
Crawford Wade takes the mound against Boston College.

Baseball goes 2-1 against Boston College

April 5, 2022
The Wake Forest baseball team completes a pregame ritual.

Baseball goes 1-2 in series with Virginia

March 29, 2022
Quarterback and redshirt junior Sam Hartman prepares for the 2022 season.

[Photo] Dave Clawson: The Future

April 7, 2022
Baseball wins series with No. 10 Georgia Tech

Baseball wins series with No. 10 Georgia Tech

March 23, 2022
Freshman Danny Corona (4 RBIs) had three hits in the Friday game against Florida State, two of which left the park for home runs.

Baseball secures first ACC win over Florida State

March 16, 2022
Sophomore Rhett Lowder allowed only one run in 6.1 innings pitched.

Baseball sweeps weekend series with NJIT

March 3, 2022
Sophomore Pierce Bennett went 3-3 in the fifth inning against Lafayette.

Baseball leads off season with 3-0 sweep

February 23, 2022
The Demon Deacons celebrate breaking their nine-game losing streak while in their pink “Play4Kay” jerseys. They face off next against N.C. State.

WBB ends nine-game losing streak

February 17, 2022
3B Brock Wilkin hopes to lead the Demon Deacons to success this season.

Baseball looks to shock the nation

February 17, 2022
Sophomore guard Jewel Spear leads the ACC with 19.3 points-per-game.

WBB’s losing skid extends to eight

February 10, 2022
Wake Forest fans have high hopes for the 2022 season, starting with the Demon Deacon defense.

Football hires two new assistants

February 10, 2022
The womens team continues to slide in the ACC standings.

WBB falls to Miami

February 3, 2022
Sophomore guard Jewel Spear scans the court for passing options. She led the Demon Deacons in both losses with 16 and 22 points.

Women’s basketball drops two ACC games

January 28, 2022
The Wake Forest womens basketball team needs a few wins to be back in the NCAA Tournament conversation.

Women’s basketball falls in two ACC matches

January 20, 2022
Women’s basketball drops three ACC games

Women’s basketball drops three ACC games

January 13, 2022
Brad Lambert is returning to Winston-Salem to run the Demon Deacon defense.

Wake Forest hires Brad Lambert as new defensive coordinator

January 6, 2022
The Demon Deacons celebrate their second 11-3 season in program history after defeating Rutgers in the Gator Bowl.

Wake Forest defeats Rutgers in Gator Bowl

January 1, 2022
Wake Forest finds new bowl opponent in Rutgers

Wake Forest finds new bowl opponent in Rutgers

December 23, 2021
Wake Forest falls to Pittsburgh in ACC Championship

Wake Forest falls to Pittsburgh in ACC Championship

December 13, 2021
Previewing the ACC Championship against Pitt

Previewing the ACC Championship against Pitt

December 2, 2021
Wake Forest wins ACC Atlantic crown

Wake Forest wins ACC Atlantic crown

December 2, 2021
Jewel Spear (right) led the Deacons against UMBC with 18 points.

Women’s basketball remains unbeaten

December 2, 2021
Wake Forest stumbles in 48-27 loss to Clemson

Wake Forest stumbles in 48-27 loss to Clemson

November 23, 2021
Wake Forest fans have high hopes for the 2022 season, starting with the Demon Deacon defense.

Wake Forest prevails over NC State

November 18, 2021
LaRavia recorded six steals against Western Carolina.

Women’s basketball begins season 3-0

November 18, 2021
Footballs resurgence was a prime subject in the sports section this year.

UNC deals Wake Forest bitter defeat

November 11, 2021
31,613 screaming fans, including nearly 80% of the student body, traveled to Truist Field to watch as the Demon Deacons cruised past the Blue Devils en route to a No. 10 ranking in the AP poll.

Wake Forest sails past Duke and into history

November 4, 2021
A photograph of Sam Hartman, #10 in white, in the pocket.

Wake Forest outshoots Army 70-56

October 28, 2021
Wake Forest goalkeeper Tori Glaister sprawls to make a foot-save.

Field Hockey’s one goal: a final Sunday

October 21, 2021
Wide receiver A.T. Perry finished with three touchdowns and 137 yards.

Wake Forest outlasts Syracuse 40-37

October 14, 2021
Wake Forest defeats Louisville on game-winning field goal

Wake Forest defeats Louisville on game-winning field goal

October 4, 2021
Junior linebacker Ryan Smenda celebrating after a tackle in the backfield. Smenda had three tackles-for-loss and a forced fumble in the win.

Wake Forest dominates UVA 37-17

September 30, 2021
Given today’s climate, election reform is necessary

Given today’s climate, election reform is necessary

September 22, 2021
Will Zimmerman / OGB

Wake Forest defeats Norfolk State

September 16, 2021
Will Zimmerman / OGB

Wake Forest takes down Old Dominion

September 9, 2021
Wake Forest vs Old Dominion Preview

Wake Forest vs Old Dominion Preview

September 2, 2021
Previewing the ACC Football season

Previewing the ACC Football season

August 26, 2021
Previewing Wake Forest’s athletic teams

Previewing Wake Forest’s athletic teams

August 19, 2021
Mike Mattone - Studio Art

Mike Mattone – Studio Art

May 7, 2021
Audrey Groves - BEM

Audrey Groves – BEM

May 7, 2021
Raca posted 1482 points and 715 rebounds in her career at Wake Forest.

Ivana Raca taken No. 28 overall in WNBA Draft

April 22, 2021
Zalatoris, a former Demon Deacon, walks off the 4th tee during The third round of the Masters in Augusta, Georgia on April 10.

Will Zalatoris: A story of true grit

April 15, 2021
Speaker of the House Ally Swartzberg was elected president, Speaker Pro-Tempore Braden Strackman was elected speaker, Senator Cate Pitterle was elected secretary and Senator Brooke Blair was elected treasurer.

SG officers-elect look forward to year of new opportunities

April 15, 2021
After the insurrection at the Capitol on Jan. 6, the Wake Forest womens basketball team felt that they had to take some kind of action. At their next game, they knelt for the national anthem.

Threats from donors paused women’s basketball’s protest

April 8, 2021
Photo courtesy of @ginamconti on Instagram

Gina Conti enters the transfer portal

March 29, 2021
Head Coach Jen Hoover embracing seniors Ivana Raca and Gina Conti as they leave the court for what could be the last time.

Demon Deacons lose in first round

March 25, 2021
Head Coach Jen Hoover posing with We are in signage after the reveal.

Deacons return to March Madness

March 18, 2021
(From left to right) Senior Gina Conti, freshman Jewel Spear and junior Christina Morra celebrate after the final buzzer. Spear scored 29 points off of seven made three-pointers, an ACC tournament record.

Women’s basketball downs UNC

March 11, 2021
Guard Gina Conti shooting a three-point jumper against Florida State.

Women’s Basketball drops two on the road

March 4, 2021
Senior guard Ivana Raca scored 18 points in 34 minutes of action.

Women’s basketball falls to No. 4 NC State

February 25, 2021
Women’s Basketball goes 2-0, NCAA tournament bid is in sight

Women’s Basketball goes 2-0, NCAA tournament bid is in sight

February 19, 2021
Womens Basketball loses at Syracuse, finds revenge vs. Georgia Tech

Women’s Basketball loses at Syracuse, finds revenge vs. Georgia Tech

February 11, 2021
Women’s basketball goes 1-1 on the week

Women’s basketball goes 1-1 on the week

February 4, 2021

John Wolford takes the road less traveled

January 28, 2021

Deacs upset UNC to open ACC campaign

December 19, 2020

Womens’ basketball starts season off strong in Gulf Coast Showcase

December 4, 2020
Walker (above) ranks No. 2 in the nation in rushing TDs (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest Football Twitter)

Previewing football’s bout at UNC

November 12, 2020
The four friends at the Wake Forest v. UVA football game last month. All that’s left of the magical interaction is a hat and a missed connection (Essex Thayer/Old Gold & Black)

Student looks for missed connection

November 5, 2020

Demon Deacons dominate Syracuse

November 5, 2020

NFL: Lions, Cardinals snag wild wins

October 29, 2020
Malcolm Butler #21 of the Tennessee Titans players runs onto the field during pregame before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium on Sept. 20, 2020 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Steelers vs. Titans game is being postponed to later in the season after members of the Titans tested positive for COVID-19. (Wesley Hitt/Getty Images/TNS)

The NFL bubble, or lack thereof, just burst

October 8, 2020
No. 1 rated UK prospect commits to WFU

No. 1 rated UK prospect commits to WFU

October 1, 2020
Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals throws the ball down field against the Washington Football Team during the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on Sept. 20, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. Cardinals won 30-15. (Norm Hall/Getty Images/TNS)

Another poor man’s fantasy football guide

September 24, 2020
Deacon Spotlight: Isaiah Mucius

Deacon Spotlight: Isaiah Mucius

September 10, 2020
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