The Board of Trustees of Wake Forest University announced the appointment of Peter Rodriguez as the University’s 15th President. He will begin his presidency at Wake Forest on July 1, 2026.
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Jodi Geary has been named @WakeForest Chief Audit Officer, effective June 29. She will oversee the development & execution of a comprehensive risk-based audit strategy aligned with strategic priorities & institutional goals.
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Some speeches stay with you.
Two weeks after Commencement, we're still reflecting on Misty Copeland's message to the Class of 2026: be true to yourself, open doors for others and lead with humanity.
#ProHumanitate#WFUGrad
A favorite quote on #WakeWomen:
“In the final analysis of all of our lives, we're defined by who we loved & who loved us back.”
@EmilyGiffinAuthor shared much wisdom about friendship, writing, & lifelong connection. 🎧
S3, E3. On @spotify & @applepodcasts.
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Wake Forest’s commitment to Charlotte continues to grow.
With the opening of its new Charlotte Campus, the University is expanding opportunities for students, strengthening partnerships and deepening its impact across one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities. #WakeForestCLT
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At Wake Forest, students don’t just volunteer. They build relationships.
Through the Creative Care seminar, students at the Generations Center are exploring empathy, memory and human connection through the arts. #ProHumanitate
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For the final episode of #WalkWithWente, the tables are turned as @msnownews anchor Stephanie Ruhle (P ‘29) joins me for a conversation about what drew me to Wake Forest and why I felt called to lead this University.
Watch the full episodes: https://t.co/jjei6fZs25
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“Stop pursuing happiness. Build something stronger.”
Wake Forest psychology professor Christian Waugh studies how people regulate emotions and why resilience, not constant happiness, may be the better goal. His research explores how we navigate stress, recover from adversity and build long-term well-being.
#ProHumanitate #WFUexpert #WFUresearch
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Meet Minxing “Mike” Liu (’26) 🎓
An economics and mathematics double major with a minor in statistics, Mike came to Wake Forest from Beijing and found a community that helped him navigate life in a new country and language.
Along the way, he also found opportunities to combine academics with creative work covering Wake Forest athletics from the sidelines.
Next, Mike will pursue graduate studies in economics.
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On Thursday, May 14, faculty, staff, graduates, and their families gathered in Sutton Center for the Wake Forest Law Student Awards Ceremony.
Congratulations to this year's honorees!
On 5/15, the Class of 2026 walked across the stage and into the next chapter of their lives, carrying with them the lessons, friendships, late nights, hard work, and the hopes that brought them here.
Congratulations, Class of 2026. We are so proud of you! @WakeForest
Wake Forest University Environmental and Epistemic Justice Initiative (EEJI) will host its fourth annual Summer Institute in London from May 31 through June 4, 2026.
For more information, visit https://t.co/Uj23aVywRN
“What spaces will you create for others?”
At Commencement 2026, Misty Copeland challenged Wake Forest graduates to think differently about success, not just as personal achievement, but as creating opportunity, belonging and humanity for others. #ProHumanitate
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"You cannot hide from uncertainty; you must make it your friend."
@FastCompany looks back at Stephen Colbert’s iconic 2015 #WFU speech. As he signs off from CBS, his advice on navigating the unknown couldn't be more relevant for the Class of 2026. 🎓
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This Memorial Day weekend, we remember those who laid down their lives in service to our nation. May their lives and legacies continue to inspire our journey toward freedom, justice, and peace.
At #WFU’s Commencement, trailblazing ballerina Misty Copeland challenged the Class of 2026 to rethink success. ✨
Her charge to the grads? Measure your impact not just by your personal milestones, but by the spaces you create for others. 🎓
⛳️ @WakeWGolf ready for the NCAA Championships, beginning tomorrow at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, Calif.
🏃♀️ @WakeTrack Rosalind Gergely claimed the ACC title in the women's javelin, recording a throw of 52.19 meters on her first attempt
🏐 @WakeVolleyball Head coach Jeff Hulsmeyer announced the signing of Laiya Ebo as Wake Forest's ninth overall newcomer
This week in Wake Forest Women’s Athletics: https://t.co/E5zDy5owXS
Meet Elodie Wardle (’26) 🎓
A chemistry and Spanish double major with a minor in biology, Elodie found belonging through research, Outdoor Pursuits and Wake Forest EMS.
After discovering a passion for computational protein design, she explored research, travel and hands-on learning across a wide range of experiences.
Next, Elodie will work as a computational biologist at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute before applying to medical school.
Meet more of #WFU26:https://t.co/mOU5WzG3uB
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