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Philanthropy

by Kerry M. King ('85)

These alumni never forgot professors who took them under their wings.

Inspiration Abounds at WordsAwake4!

by Carol L. Hanner

A virtual feast of the written word celebrates new Writers Hall of Fame inductees.

Predator Hunter, Pro Humanitate Attorney

by Carol L. Hanner

From nabbing ‘The Iceman’ killer and other mobsters to advocating for Native American tribes, Robert J. Carroll (’74) takes on big challenges as a prosecutor and attorney.

Summer’s Hottest Books

by Kerry M. King ('85)

The newest members of the Writers Hall of Fame — plus one — offer their top picks.

Writers Hall of Fame 2020

by Kerry M. King ('85), Maria Henson ('82) and Carol L. Hanner

Four alumni honored for literary achievement.

How He Made It: Tom Phillips

by Linda Carter Brinson ('69, P '00)

Tom Phillips (’74, MA ’78, P ’06) is the man behind Words Awake! celebrations.

Philanthropy: ‘Sending the Ladder Back Down’

by Kerry M. King ('85)

A scholarship winner himself, Bill Wells (’74) is retiring as Wake Forest's longtime director of financial aid, having put philanthropic dollars to work for worthy students.

The Mystery of the Lost Dog Tag

by Kerry M. King ('85)

How did a World War II dog tag with Wake Forest ties turn up in Texas decades later?

Herman Eure (Ph.D. ’74)

by Carol L. Hanner

Medallion of Merit winner and scientist who led the way

2017 Distinguished Alumni Awards

by Kerry M. King ('85)

Don Flow (MBA ’83), Elizabeth Watson (’74) and Dr. Jim Jones (’55, MD ’59) honored.

2017 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient: Elizabeth Watson (’74)

by Cherin C. Poovey (P '08)

Historic preservationist makes every place special.

The Ride of his Life

by Kerry M. King ('85)

John Wood ('74) brings the magic of dark rides to amusement parks around the world.

‘I was never afraid’

by Carol L. Hanner

Herman Eure (Ph.D. '74), trailblazer and mentor, receives Medallion of Merit.

The real deal

by Paul A. Specht, Raleigh News and Observer

Tar Heel of the Year: John Kane's ('74, P '12) vision transforms Raleigh

Giving their best for Belmont

by Cherin C. Poovey (P '08)

Three alumni help chart the course for a small city blossoming in Charlotte's shadow.

The Wonderful Wunderkammer of Elkin

by Maria Henson ('82)

Alumni Anne Connelly Gulley and Dr. Paul Gulley have created a cabinet of curiosity, opening their historic home to neighbors and strangers in search of the weird and the marvelous.

From the Ground Up

by Joy Goodwin ('95), Guest Contributor

From Iraq to Arlington National Cemetery, Archaeologist Sonny Trimble ('74) is known for getting things done. He has spent his career studying the science of humans, ever in search of history and what remains.

The bonds of Casa Artom

by Kerry M. King ('85)

Sally Hurd Smith ('75) reflects on the friendships that still unite these alumni