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Andrew R. Klein will begin work as dean of the law school on July 1.
Andrew R. Klein named dean of the law school
May 25, 2023
Police presence in Reynolda Village Trails area: Live updates
May 17, 2023
Graduates throw their caps into the air.
The Class of 2023 graduates
May 16, 2023
Brian White currently serves as the general counsel and vice chancellor for legal affairs at the University of Kentucky.
University names Brian White its next vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary
May 6, 2023
Interim Dean of the School of Divinity, African American Studies Program Director and Wake Forest Professor of the Humanities Dr. Corey D.B Walker speaks at the Commemoration of the Enslaved.
University hosts fifth annual Commemoration of the Enslaved
May 2, 2023
K. Killian Noe is the founder of the Recovery Café Network.
To Noe and love
May 15, 2023
Dr. Michael Nader leads the Center for Addiction Research at Wake Forests medical school.
Wake Forest research supports a multi-treatment approach to the drug abuse crisis
May 6, 2023
The 2023 Graduation Edition
The 2023 Graduation Edition
April 27, 2023
Some of the universitys nine art collections are stored off campus.
Reflecting the times
April 12, 2023
This piece, titled “Patchworked Identities,” invites viewers to add their charcoal handprint onto the canvas, which is made of recycled cloth as a criticism of the fast-fashion industry.
‘Artivists’ bring together art and local activism
April 12, 2023
Armon White (23) performs at Wakeville. The festival placed an emphasis on both the arts and sustainability.
Arts and environment take center stage at Wakeville
April 18, 2023
A magnolia tree, for which Wake Forest is famed, stands on Wake Forests campus.
The lungs of our campus
April 13, 2023
A Greeks Go Green sticker is displayed on a water bottle.
Are Greeks really going green?
April 13, 2023
A Wake Forest alumna hopes to combat deforestation with QR codes.
Scanning for sustainability
April 13, 2023
Students peruse North Pits food options.
The North Pit aims to reduce food waste on campus
April 6, 2023
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From the Editor: Cheers to the Class of 2023
April 27, 2023
Notes of encouragement to survivors are displayed at the Safe Office Crews March 30 Speak Out event.
Editorial: Building on Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 13, 2023
This is the third editorial the Old Gold & Black has written this year about gun violence on college campuses.
We stand (again) with victims of gun violence
April 11, 2023
Hasan Pyarali (left) and Jackson Buttler (right) participate in a presidential election debate.
Old Gold & Black announces Student Government endorsements
April 3, 2023
Editorial: Womens History Month is especially important now
Editorial: Women’s History Month is especially important now
April 3, 2023
Studies suggest that more university students vote when they have Election Day off.
Make Election Day ‘Democracy Day’ at Wake Forest
April 18, 2023
After Donald Trump was indicted, he surrendered and was arraigned at a Manhattan courthouse, an event which received ample media coverage.
Trump indictment lacks integrity
April 18, 2023
A drag performer performs at a Student Union event.
Drag bans limit self-expression (for more than just performers)
April 11, 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
Bobi Klintman takes the ball into the paint against NC State.
Bobi Klintman declares for the 2023 NBA Draft
April 7, 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
Wide Receiver AT Perry (No. 9 in black) prepares for a snap against Boston College.
Former Demon Deacons look ahead to the NFL Draft
April 12, 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
Danny Corona (front center) celebrates with his teammates.
Baseball advances to the ACC Tournament semifinals
May 26, 2023
Brock Wilken (left) hit his 59th home run on Tuesday night, making him the all-time home run leader for Wake Forest
Baseball clobbers No. 6 Coastal Carolina
April 26, 2023
Bennett Lee (No. 27) celebrates with his teammates during a game against Pitt.
Baseball rallies to take series from Pitt
April 26, 2023
Wake Forest celebrates a home run in the series opener against Louisville.
Baseball takes two of three from No. 12 Louisville
April 19, 2023
Two Wake Forest baseball players don masks.
Looking back on baseball’s pandemic season
April 12, 2023
The mens soccer team huddles on the field at Spry Stadium.
Men’s soccer shows promise in Spring Soccer Cup
April 24, 2023
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
Wake Forests losses to No. 6 Duke and No. 10 Carolina bring the teams ACC record to 4-7.
Women’s tennis drops two road matches
April 11, 2023
Filo Moroni serves the ball.
Men’s tennis sweeps weekend slate
March 30, 2023
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
The womens golf team celebrates after winning a national championship.
Women’s golf enters the history books
May 25, 2023
Wake Forest womens golf competes in the ACC Championship.
Women’s golf falls in ACC Championship semifinals
April 17, 2023
Cameron Young prepares to hit the ball.
Men’s golf alumnus Cameron Young places top-10 at the Masters
April 10, 2023
Graduate student Emilia Migliaccio walks on the green.
Three Demon Deacons compete in Augusta National Women’s Amateur
April 3, 2023
A photo of Will Zalatoris
Zalatoris to miss out on Tour Championship
August 24, 2022
Emily Reeves cheers on the Demon Deacons at Truist Field.
Deacon ‘Sportlight:’ Emily Reeves
March 31, 2023
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
Nate Amos and Rachel Brown of Water From Your Eyes pose below a sign.
The Old Gold & Black speaks to Water From Your Eyes
April 28, 2023
“Ted Lasso does something no other show has succeeded in accomplishing; it shows us, honestly, what it means to be human, writes Carolyn Malman.
The strength of ‘Ted Lasso’ is its humanity
April 24, 2023
Snail Mail performs at a March 2022 concert.
Talking sad girls and showbiz
April 14, 2023
Hopes for a new boygenius album were slim just a few months ago, but the groups second album impresses.
Troy Bolton was right, the boys ARE back
April 12, 2023
Cooper Sullivan is not enjoying his semester abroad.
I’m a WFU student who hates my study abroad
April 12, 2023
Terms for officers and senators elected today will begin on April 26.
Letter to the Editor: Elections Comission must not rig another election
April 3, 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
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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Maddie Stopyra, News Editor

Maddie is a sophomore from Rural Hall, North Carolina who is majoring in English and double-minoring in journalism and psychology. In her free time, you can probably find Maddie reading on the quad or buying too many books at a local bookstore. You will most likely never see her without a coffee cup in her hand.
All content by Maddie Stopyra
Andrew R. Klein will begin work as dean of the law school on July 1.

Andrew R. Klein named dean of the law school

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
May 25, 2023

Police presence in Reynolda Village Trails area: Live updates

Maddie Stopyra, Christa Dutton, and Breanna Laws
May 17, 2023
Brian White currently serves as the general counsel and vice chancellor for legal affairs at the University of Kentucky.

University names Brian White its next vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
May 6, 2023
It is unclear whether English professor Dr. Omaar Hena will be returning to Wake Forest to teach next semester or at any point in the future.

English professor’s future unclear after students uncover explicit images of him on social media

Christa Dutton and Maddie Stopyra
April 27, 2023
Classical Languages: Gray Rucker

Classical Languages: Gray Rucker

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
April 27, 2023
Russian: Madison Stafford

Russian: Madison Stafford

Maddie Stopyra, Stopyra
April 27, 2023
In Fall 2022, News covered protest posters put up by Chinese international students to protest the election of Xi Jinping and China’s COVID-19 policies.

News

Maddie Stopyra and Daniel Parolini
April 27, 2023
The Student Government Senate and Student Governments Executive Board pose for a photograph.

Three bills pass unanimously in busy final Senate meeting

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
April 21, 2023
The executive board of Student Government poses for a photograph.

Student Government leaders reflect on their terms

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
April 13, 2023
Terms for officers and senators elected today will begin on April 26.

Student Government announces election winners

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
April 5, 2023
Tim Erday, who is running for re-election as treasurer, speaks at the Student Government Executive Debate.

Candidates make their cases at Student Government debate

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
April 3, 2023
Hasan Pyaralis campaign is suspended until 5:24 p.m. tonight.

Elections Commission temporarily suspends Hasan Pyarali’s campaign

Maddie Stopyra and Daniel Parolini
April 3, 2023
Notes from attendees to survivors of sexual violence express support.

‘I am stronger:’ Speak Out event features survivor testimonies

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
April 2, 2023
A flier from the Womens Center advertises Womens History Month.

“Elevate and Celebrate”: Women’s History Month events highlight intersectionality

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
March 31, 2023
This is the third editorial the Old Gold & Black has written this year about gun violence on college campuses.

Gunfire reported at Forsyth Tech: Live updates

Christa Dutton, Maddie Stopyra, Daniel Parolini, and Isabella Romine
March 30, 2023
Jacqueline Travisano will officially begin work at Wake Forest in July.

Wente appoints new executive vice president

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
March 29, 2023
Collins Residence Hall is generally less well regarded than some of its freshmen dorm counterparts, like Maya Angelou Hall.

On-campus housing costs, explained

Maddie Stopyra and Claire O'Brien
March 2, 2023
Jennifer Hirsch and Shamus Khan join three Wake Forest students in a panel to discuss the importance of sexual citizenship.

University hosts first annual ‘ConsentCon’

February 22, 2023
The Judiciary Committee of Student Government poses for a picture. Connor Dier (leftmost) will not serve as a justice, Aman Khemlani (front left) will serve as chief justice pro tempore, Alondra Janicek (front right) will serve as chief justice. Associate justices will be Joey Crane (back center) and Jeffrey Ayako (back right).

Student Government establishes Student Organization Judicial Assembly

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
February 1, 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

Daniel Parolini and Maddie Stopyra
January 19, 2023
A garden on Manchester Plaza honors organizations in the National Pan-Hellenic Council.

Wake Forest’s NPHC begins expansion process

Maddie Stopyra, News Editor
January 17, 2023
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
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 photograph of a man standing next to a piece of art

‘Exponents’ exhibit highlights faculty art

Maddie Stopyra, Assistant News Editor
September 9, 2022
A photo of President Biden

The Biden Administration executes a student loan forgiveness plan

Maddie Stopyra, Assistant News Editor
September 8, 2022
A photograph of a gathering on West Forsyth High Schools basketball court

Chris Paul returns to Winston-Salem for court dedication

Maddie Stopyra, Staff Writer
September 4, 2022
The logo of the lilting banshees: a silhouette of The Thinker in a jesters cap against a yellow background.

The Lilting Banshees give freshmen a humorous welcome

Maddie Stopyra, Staff Writer
August 29, 2022
A photograph of the Wake Forest faculty processing down the center aisle of Wait Chapel while members of the Class of 2026 look on.

At convocation, Wente challenges the Class of 2026 to be “catalysts for good”

Maddie Stopyra, Staff Writer
August 22, 2022
A photograph of an unfinished roadway.

Construction changes campus landscape

Maddie Stopyra, Staff Writer
August 18, 2022
The FYS on misinformation presented posters about conspiracy theories, algorithms and news literacy.

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

Maddie Stopyra, Staff Writer
April 14, 2022
After two years of wearing masks in classrooms, Wake Forest University students had the choice to attend their classes without a mask, starting March 21.

Campus reacts to end of classroom masking

Maddie Stopyra, Staff Writer
March 24, 2022
From left to right: Charlotte Calder, Grace Aronofsky and Jack Bradley enjoy their spring break in Miami.

Students exult in first spring break since 2020

Maddie Stopyra, Staff Writer
March 15, 2022
The Winston-Salem Symphony, along with the Winston-Salem Youth Symphony, founded in 1973, held their 10th annual Concert for Community in Wait Chapel.

Winston-Salem Symphony performs annual concert

Maddie Stopyra, Staff Writer
March 3, 2022
Yo-Yo Ma is a UN Messenger for Peace and award-winning cellist.

Face to Face Speaker Forum welcomes Yo-Yo Ma

Maddie Stopyra, Contributing Writer
February 24, 2022
Lam museum displays student-curated exhibit

Lam museum displays student-curated exhibit

Maddie Stopyra, Contributing Writer
February 17, 2022
The Banshees provocative humor shines through in their performances.

Lilting Banshees perform “Best Of” comedy show

Maddie Stopyra, Contributing Writer
February 3, 2022
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