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Kerry M. King (’85)

Senior Editor Kerry M. King (’85) retired in June 2025. He got his start writing about Wake Forest as sports editor and editor of the Old Gold & Black. After returning to Wake Forest in 1989, he wrote stories on hundreds of alumni. He received Wake Forest’s Employee of the Year Award in 2004 when he worked in the Public Affairs office. His wife, Heather Barnes King (MA ’97), received the Marcellus E. Waddill Excellence in Teaching Award for Wake Forest alumni in 2011. They have two furry children, Shetland sheepdogs Brady and Dexter.

Stories by Kerry M. King ('85)

Jackie Murdock ('57): The Deacon in his Den

Former basketball star and coach relishes his black and gold memories.
Jackie Murdock ('57): The Deacon in his Den

Ricky Van Veen ('03): No Laughing Matter

CollegeHumor co-founder shares his secrets to success, his best piece of advice and his favorite TV shows.
Ricky Van Veen ('03): No Laughing Matter

2016 Distinguished Alumni Award: Bob McCreary ('61)

Former football player's passion for athletics runs high.
2016 Distinguished Alumni Award: Bob McCreary ('61)

2016 Distinguished Alumni Award: David Dupree (MBA '78)

Successful businessman has never forgotten what Wake Forest did for him.
2016 Distinguished Alumni Award: David Dupree (MBA '78)

2016 Distinguished Alumni Award: Jocelyn Burton ('80)

Longtime attorney recognized for her advocacy in private practice and public service.
2016 Distinguished Alumni Award: Jocelyn Burton ('80)

Journalists! Authors! Poets!

Words Awake 2! celebrates Wake Forest's 'family of writers.'
Journalists! Authors! Poets!

A funny thing happened to Michael Baron

Twenty-five years after falling in love with theatre at Wake Forest, he returns to honor venerable professor Harold Tedford.
A funny thing happened to Michael Baron

'Ouch, My Toes!'

Barefoot kicker Eddie Ladd (’59) caused quite a stir.
'Ouch, My Toes!'

Treasure Hunter

Allen Blevins ('80) works with George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln every day as keeper of Bank of America's historical treasures.
Treasure Hunter

Remember When: Janet's Bells

Since its dedication in 1978, the Carillon has become a Wake Forest tradition that’s often heard, but seldom seen.
Remember When: Janet's Bells

Professors Carl and Lucille Harris left a legacy for students, academic departments

The late professors Carl (’44) and Lucille S. Harris were known for their friendliness, kindness and dedication to their students.
Professors Carl and Lucille Harris left a legacy for students, academic departments

From the heart

Charlotte alumni volunteer for a common cause: helping children learn math
From the heart