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Kerry M. King (’85)

Senior Editor Kerry M. King (’85) got his start writing about Wake Forest as sports editor and editor of the Old Gold & Black. Since returning to Wake Forest in 1989, he’s written 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), is a high school math teacher. She 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)

The Dealmaker

Jessica Hood Pate ('01) turns her dorm-room hobby into a thriving online business.
The Dealmaker

Cabinet of Curiosities

John Wolfe (JD '70) has spent a lifetime collecting memories and friends.
Cabinet of Curiosities

Summer's Best Reads

The newest members of the Writers Hall of Fame — plus one — offer their top picks.
Summer's Best Reads

The Man Behind the Voice

From law school to the broadcast booth, Jason Benetti (JD ’11) always finds his perfect wheelhouse.
The Man Behind the Voice

A New Philanthropic Twist on 'The Multiplier Effect'

A New Philanthropic Twist on 'The Multiplier Effect'

Let the Sun Shine In

David Bates ('84) helps harness sunlight to power fellow Deac's town of the future.
Let the Sun Shine In

Leveling the Playing Field

Former soccer standout Amir Lowery ('04) shoots to change lives, on and off the field.
Leveling the Playing Field

Around the World in 900 Days

'Sail west, young men, sail west and grow up with the sea.'
Around the World in 900 Days

Are you Ready for Your 'Third Act'?

Author Cameron Kent ('79) shares his insights into finding fulfillment after retiring.
Are you Ready for Your 'Third Act'?

Picture Perfect

Vintage postcards offer a glimpse of the Old Campus.
Picture Perfect

The Sweet Sounds of Nashville

Christian Sedelmyer ('07) hits all the right notes in his blossoming music career.
The Sweet Sounds of Nashville

Time Traveler

Syd Kitson ('81, P '08) relies on childhood memories, football lessons and an unwavering vision to build his 'Town of the Future' in South Florida.
Time Traveler