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Ode to Edwin Graves Wilson: 1923-2024

For nearly a century, he elevated hearts and minds at Wake Forest and leaves a legacy of goodwill toward all.
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As They Remember Him

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Remarks from Edwin G. Wilson Jr.

Ed Wilson Jr. (JD '93), special superior court judge in North Carolina, provided his remarks for the memorial service of his father, Edwin G. Wilson ('43, P '91, '93).
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Remarks from Reid Morgan

Reid Morgan ('75, JD '79, P '14, '19), retired University senior vice president and general counsel, provided his remarks for the memorial service of his longtime friend, Edwin G. Wilson ('43, P '91, '93).
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Remarks from Jeanne Whitman Bobbitt

Jeanne Whitman Bobbitt ('79, MBA '87), University trustee, provided her remarks for the memorial service of her longtime friend, Edwin G. Wilson ('43, P '91, '93).
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Acclaim for a Compassionate, Principled Life

A May 3 memorial service drew hundreds to pay their respects.
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10 Things You Might Not Know About Ed Wilson

What happened when we asked Dr. Edwin Graves Wilson ('43) questions about himself? He answered every one. Graciously and delightfully, of course.
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Constant & True: Clint McCown

A poet, actor, bouncer, teacher reflects on his start at Wake Forest.
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Wake Forest Miscellany

Part 4 of 4: Take a tour of the University's people, places, customs, history and favorite things.
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Inspiration Abounds at WordsAwake4!

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

Over nearly 30 years, two poets with Wake Forest in common at turns argued, blundered and treated each other with kindness.
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Writers Hall of Fame

Get to know the four newest members of the Wake Forest Writers Hall of Fame.
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Words Awake 3! Rises and Shines

Program inspires with poetry, distinguished writers, memories of days past
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10 for 10

What happened when we asked Dr. Edwin Graves Wilson ('43) questions about himself? He answered every one. Graciously and delightfully, of course.
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Author, poet, community activist

Emily Herring Wilson (MA '62) receives UNC-Greensboro College of Arts & Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award
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Honoring Mr. Wake Forest

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Miss Welty’s lessons on listening

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Ode to Reynolda Gardens

From its trails, meadows and formal gardens to its woods, wetlands and wandering paths, Reynolda Gardens has been a place of magical memories through the years.
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