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Pro Humanitate (for humanity) invites us to use our ideas, knowledge, talents and compassion on behalf of humanity in all its difference and diversity. See how we live our motto » Our Winston-Salem, N.C., campus houses an academic community of almost 9,000 students, with more studying at Wake Forest locations in Charlotte, Washington, D.C., and around the world. Our undergraduate liberal arts curriculum inspires a holistic approach to preparing graduate and professional school students. We graduate leaders with integrity and courage who use their success to make an impact on society. Majors & Minors » Schedule a Visit » Apply Now » News News Two Wake Forest students named Goldwater Scholars Wake Forest junior Elena Singer-Freeman and sophomore Cassandra Hung have been named 2024 Barry M. Goldwater Scholars. The two are among 438 college students from across the U.S. to receive the award for the 2024-25 academic year. Award winners are selected based on academic merit from a pool of more than 5,000 sophomores and juniors studying natural sciences, mathematics and engineering. News Face to Face Speaker Forum announces 2024-25 lineup Wake Forest’s Face to Face Speaker Forum invites world-renowned, influential voices to discuss a variety of topics including politics, arts and culture, and business and innovation. The 2024-25 season will feature Peyton Manning, Anderson Cooper, Jesmyn Ward, David Brooks and John Legend. Wake Forest Magazine Fostering Potential As the CEO of Coded by Kids, Danae Tilghman Mobley (’06) is working to make tech careers available to more children and young adults. Wake Forest News » Wake Forest Magazine » Photos and video » Around Campus Instagram Facebook X wfuniversity One week from today, we’ll be making brand new #WFUGrad memories with #WFU24. ?? View May 13 2096 13 Open wfuniversity Flowers for Mom, from your #MotherSoDear. ?? View May 12 2079 1 Open wfuniversity Leaping into summer break! ☀️ Well done, Deacs. #GoDeacs ? of Charli by @ellietodd12 @ameliafrey_ View May 11 3859 5 Open wfuniversity Senior Showcase: Shelby Horth (‘24) It’s all about the journey and the experiences that carry you to your next destination. As our seniors journey Out of the Forest, they share some of their most meaningful lessons, memories and moments of self-discovery at Wake Forest. #WFUGrad #ProHumanitate #OurMottoMeansMore View May 10 705 19 Open wfuniversity Sixteen @wfueducation and @wfutheatre students are working with seven classes of @speasglobal second graders this spring using the performing arts to teach lessons on weather patterns, the properties of liquids and solids and other science topics. #WakeTheArts #ProHumanitate #OurMottoMeansMore View May 9 1742 8 Open wfuniversity Eleven Wake Forest graduates will be returning to their alma mater as Wake Forest Fellows. They will work throughout the campus community, including in the offices of the President, the Provost and the Dean of the College. Since 2008, the Wake Forest Fellows program has provided exceptional Wake Forest College graduates with the opportunity to work in higher education administration for a year. Each fellow is serving as a full-time Wake Forest staff member, starting July 1. In addition to working with top administrators, the fellows will participate in leadership activities and interact with faculty, staff and students to learn about the inner workings of higher education. The Wake Forest Fellows for 2024-25: ⦿ Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist: Justin Linden ⦿ Business School: Aarya Deshmukh ⦿ Campus Life: Leanna Bernish ⦿ Dean of the College: Aditi Samavedy ⦿ Information Systems: Ashley Cranford ⦿ Leadership and Character: Roscoe Bell ⦿ President’s Office: Tatum Pike ⦿ Provost’s Office: William Ritt” Culbreth ⦿ START Gallery: Maya Whitaker ⦿ Wake Downtown: Erin McCollum ⦿ ZSR Library: Emma Gauthier #WFUGrad View May 8 1841 19 Open wfuniversity The end is in sight, Deacs! Keep your spirits high and stay focused. You got this. ? #GoDeacs View May 7 2898 2 Open wfuniversity Senior Showcase: Evan Souza (‘24) It’s all about the journey and the experiences that carry you to your next destination. As our seniors journey Out of the Forest, they share some of their most meaningful lessons, memories and moments of self-discovery at Wake Forest. #WFUGrad #ProHumanitate #OurMottoMeansMore #WakeTheArts View May 6 951 36 Open wfuniversity It was his joy that illuminated his face and enlivened his resonant voice. His joy captured our hearts. Through his words and example, we learned great truths. Through his joy, we made them our own.” — J. Reid Morgan (‘75, JD ‘79) Today, hundreds gathered in Wait Chapel and by livestream to to celebrate the life of Provost Emeritus Edwin Graves Wilson (1923-2024), to extend care and comfort to the Wilson family and to pay tribute to a man whose influence spans generations of Wake Foresters. Dr. Wilson connected us all with the spirit of friendliness and honor. He will never be forgotten. #ProHumanitate View May 3 1807 3 Open wfuniversity The challenge of comedy is trying to find the common ground with someone you’ve never met.” – #TrevorNoah Emmy Award-winning comedian, bestselling author and former host of The Daily Show Trevor Noah joined @facetofacewfu in a conversation with award-winning reporter, radio host and podcaster Sam Sanders. View May 2 2188 5 Open Events See all Events » May 14 AI Institute 2.0 11:30 am Farrell Hall Back by popular demand, the Center for the Advancement of Teaching (CAT) will host a 2-day AI institute on May 14-15 in Farrell Hall. May 19 2024 Baccalaureate Service 11:00 am Wait Chapel Rev. Dr. Gary Dorrien, religion professor and one of the nation’s preeminent ethicists bridging faith and public life, will deliver the baccalaureate address. May 20 2024 Commencement Ceremony 9:00 am Hearn Plaza Commencement Weekend concludes with graduation exercises and the conferring of undergraduate degrees by President Susan Wente. This year’s Commencement speaker is Dr. Mandy Cohen, Director of the Centers for Disease Control. Colleges & Schools Undergraduate Graduate Business Divinity Law Medicine Professional Studies Why Wake Forest? Affordability Wake Forest is committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need through grants, scholarships, work-study, and subsidized loans. Our Hometown Within driving distance of both the Blue Ridge Mountains and Atlantic Coast, Winston-Salem offers the amenities of a larger city with the vibrant culture of an engaged community. Facts & Figures Get to know Wake Forest better by browsing a collection of quick facts, figures and rankings. By the Numbers 250 + is the number of student organizations that you can explore (or we’ll help you find a match) in order to discover your passion. Don’t find it? Apply to charter one! Explore Student Life » 11:1 is our student-to-faculty ratio. More than half of our undergraduate classes have fewer than 20 students. Only 1% have more than 50 students. Explore Academics » 72+ % of undergraduates have an academic study-abroad...