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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
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
Encouraged to stay indoors, many turned to media to pass the time.
The media that got us through quarantine
March 16, 2023
On appreciating pop music
On appreciating pop music
March 15, 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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"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

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Jack Portman tells all in his last ever Opinion article

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University set to relax drug policy

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New exhibit showcases Black American artists

New exhibit showcases Black American artists

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October 8, 2020
A24 documentary is purposefully political

A24 documentary is purposefully political

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September 24, 2020
Netflix releases new Charlie Kaufman film

Netflix releases new Charlie Kaufman film

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September 17, 2020
Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte greets former Longhorns football coach Mack Brown with a handshake during Del Conte’s introductory press conference at UT in December 2017. [STEPHEN SPILLMAN FOR STATESMAN]

Self-interest obscures trust in social life

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September 10, 2020
Michaela Coel explores trauma in new show

Michaela Coel explores trauma in new show

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September 3, 2020
A24 stagnates new independent filmmaking

A24 stagnates new independent filmmaking

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September 3, 2020
Understanding WFUs history with racism

Understanding WFU’s history with racism

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September 3, 2020
Community Involvement is Invaluable

Community Involvement is Invaluable

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August 14, 2020
Choosing a Major Requires Patience

Choosing a Major Requires Patience

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August 14, 2020
Winston-Salem, NC remain in Phase 2 of COVID-19 Restrictions

Winston-Salem, NC remain in Phase 2 of COVID-19 Restrictions

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July 6, 2020
Matthew Capps: Anthropology

Matthew Capps: Anthropology

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April 30, 2020
Lindsey Ross: Religious Studies

Lindsey Ross: Religious Studies

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April 30, 2020
Silin Serenity Chen: Theater

Silin “Serenity” Chen: Theater

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April 30, 2020
Documentary Explores Visionary Artist’s Overlooked Career

Documentary Explores Visionary Artist’s Overlooked Career

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April 28, 2020
Citizenship Belies The Desert Of Political Rights: U.S. Must Extend Aid To Immigrants

Citizenship Belies The Desert Of Political Rights: U.S. Must Extend Aid To Immigrants

Jack Portman
April 9, 2020
This image released by Neon shows Adèle Haenel, left, and Noémie Merlant in a scene from Portrait of a Lady on Fire. (Neon)

“Portrait Of A Lady On Fire” Rebels Against Structures Of The Patriarchy

Jack Portman
April 9, 2020
Students Host TEDx Event On Campus

Students Host TEDx Event On Campus

Jack Portman
February 27, 2020
Charles Munger, newspaper company executive and Berkshire Hathaway vice chairman, said U.S. newspapers have no future. (Vasily Smirnov/Dreamstime/TNS)

Perpetual Media Chaos Obscures Reality

Jack Portman
February 20, 2020
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Media Representation Shapes Perception

Jack Portman
February 13, 2020
Virginia Reader, 72, of Lake Orion, Michigan, takes one Prometrium pill, left, each night and wears a Vivelle-Dot patch, right, continually, changing patches on Sundays and Wednesday, as part of her Hormone Replacement Therapy. (Patricia Beck/Detroit Free Press/MCT)

Legislation Undermines Trans Medical Access

Jack Portman
February 6, 2020
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Motherwell Exhibit Opens In Scales

Jack Portman
January 30, 2020
English Students Design Exhibit Of Rare Books

English Students Design Exhibit Of Rare Books

Jack Portman
January 30, 2020
Institutional Inequities Preclude Justice

Institutional Inequities Preclude Justice

Jack Portman
January 23, 2020
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Sandler Stars In ‘Chaotic’ Film

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January 16, 2020
Fiction Explores Political Implications

Fiction Explores Political Implications

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January 16, 2020
Political Ecology Salvages And Sustains Native Praxis

Political Ecology Salvages And Sustains Native Praxis

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December 5, 2019
Bezos Award Belies His Dubious Business Practice

Bezos’ Award Belies His Dubious Business Practice

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November 21, 2019
Good Art Explains Mystery Through Manners

Good Art Explains Mystery Through Manners

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November 14, 2019
Street Photography Captures Socio-Political Reality

Street Photography Captures Socio-Political Reality

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October 24, 2019
Indigenous Epistemologies Can Aid Western Logos

Indigenous Epistemologies Can Aid Western Logos

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October 17, 2019
Political Correctness Remedies Unconscious Tradition

Political Correctness Remedies Unconscious Tradition

Jack Portman
September 26, 2019
Banksys New Work Subverts The American Ethos

Banksy’s New Work Subverts The American Ethos

Jack Portman
September 19, 2019
Ethical Consumerism Requires Constant Vigilance

Ethical Consumerism Requires Constant Vigilance

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September 12, 2019
Critical Theory Can Illuminate Vital Intersectionality

Critical Theory Can Illuminate Vital Intersectionality

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September 5, 2019
Eun Hye Kim: Womens, Gender & Sexuality Studies

Eun Hye Kim: Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies

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May 3, 2019
Anna Grace Guercio: Anthropology

Anna Grace Guercio: Anthropology

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May 3, 2019
Lil Nas X Produces Genre-Breaking Song

Lil Nas X Produces Genre-Breaking Song

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April 25, 2019
Social Reform Takes More Than An Election

Social Reform Takes More Than An Election

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April 18, 2019
Mass Reproductions Of Masterworks Limit The Viewer

Mass Reproductions Of Masterworks Limit The Viewer

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April 11, 2019
The Admissions Scandal Illustrates Systematic Flaws

The Admissions Scandal Illustrates Systematic Flaws

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April 4, 2019
We Must Reconcile With Images That Arbitrate History

We Must Reconcile With Images That Arbitrate History

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March 28, 2019
Republicans Show A Blinkered Concept Of Discourse

Republicans Show A Blinkered Concept Of Discourse

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March 21, 2019
Opinions Maintain A Useful Intersubjective Dialogue

Opinions Maintain A Useful Intersubjective Dialogue

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March 7, 2019
Misplaced Outrage Deflects Conversations About Race

Misplaced Outrage Deflects Conversations About Race

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February 28, 2019
Art Gives Form To Abstract Flickers of Existence

Art Gives Form To Abstract Flickers of Existence

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February 21, 2019
Simplified Gender Theory Ignores Subjective Reality

Simplified Gender Theory Ignores Subjective Reality

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February 14, 2019
Museums Deracinate Art Under Guise Of Accessibility

Museums Deracinate Art Under Guise Of Accessibility

Jack Portman
February 7, 2019
Exhibition Effectively Engages Photographers Work

Exhibition Effectively Engages Photographer’s Work

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January 31, 2019
Photographic Praxis Essentializes Certain Cultures

Photographic Praxis Essentializes Certain Cultures

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January 24, 2019
Book Covers Should Reflect Content

Book Covers Should Reflect Content

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December 6, 2018
Art Requires You To Embrace All Of Its Aspects

Art Requires You To Embrace All Of Its Aspects

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November 29, 2018
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Voting And Drinking Water In Class Should Be Easy

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November 8, 2018
Artists Politics Incite Qualms From Consumer

Artist’s Politics Incite Qualms From Consumer

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October 4, 2018
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Raj Patel Discusses Worldwide Food Issues

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September 27, 2018
Critique Plagued by Hyperbole is Ineffective Satire

Critique Plagued by Hyperbole is Ineffective Satire

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April 12, 2018
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February 15, 2018
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February 8, 2018
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CorpsAfrica targets Sustainable Development

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December 15, 2017
Israel-Palestine conflict is more than a zero-sum game

Israel-Palestine conflict is more than a zero-sum game

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Masha Gessen discusses democracy under Trump

Masha Gessen discusses democracy under Trump

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Journalism should strive for independent objectivity

Journalism should strive for independent objectivity

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November 10, 2017
Professor comments on coastal African urbanization

Professor comments on coastal African urbanization

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November 2, 2017
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Professors confront epistemic questions within disciplines

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September 28, 2017
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