Tradition reimagined: The Program for Leadership and Character is a powerful example of what can happen when tradition and innovation come together in the hands of a creative leader.
Learn about yourself: What is it like to participate in character education? Try this exercise from a workbook used in the Program for Leadership and Character’s seminars and workshops
Recent Stories
Emily Giffin’s Wake Forest Sequel
The acclaimed author and alum was shaped by Wake Forest. In August, she was back on campus to help launch her youngest child into her first year.
The difficult present and bright potential future of public service
Wake Washington convened public officials and experts in the nation’s capital to discuss how to improve public service, both for people who serve and for the public.
An American Flash Point
Danny Lyon photographed the Civil Rights Movement. His work is now on display at Reynolda House Museum of American Art.
The Presidents go to Washington
Deacs who ran Student Government have a powerful advantage when they land in the nation’s capital — the leadership lessons they learned at Wake Forest.
In Case You Missed It
A Football Season for the Ages
David Doda (’71) reflects on Wake Forest’s first ACC Championship year.
Obituaries
We remember the following alumni, staff, faculty, students and friends whose deaths were reported to us since the last issue.
Around the Quad – Fall 2026
Highlights from across Wake Forest this summer and early fall.
Back to School
These four Deacs see big opportunities for Wake Forest and its new president.
WAKE LIFE
A week at Wake
Do you remember that week in the fall semester when everything comes together? We captured it last fall.
Photo/Lyndsie Schlink
In Print
Volume 74 Number 1