Tag: James Ralph Scales

In this presidential election season, you might be surprised by where a Wake Forester’s amazing trove of autographs and documents landed.

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

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

A legacy of truth and joy

An alumna's discovery of 100-year-old shadow puppets in a "magic box" in a war zone inspires hope and healing.

Wake Forest celebrates more than 50 years of Deacons studying abroad at Casa Artom. Alumni and faculty share memories of the University’s first overseas residence.

Wake Forest honors Beth Norbrey Hopkins (’73, P ’12) and J.D. Wilson (’69, P ’01).

Ed Wilson ('43) celebrates those we've lost who made Wake Forest 'Mother so Dear.'

As the waters rose in Venice and a pandemic followed, Melissa Conn (’87, P ’22) went to work to preserve the past and ensure the future of her adopted Italian home.

Not to be overlooked in Wake Forest’s history of global studies was one semester that changed lives and a campus.

The story behind the historic leadership moment that earned Wake Forest the Alexander Meiklejohn Award for Academic Freedom

A Wake Forest alumnus and faculty member reflects on her tumultuous journey of breaking barriers

Robert Wilkie (’85) grew up in a military family, embracing the lessons he seeks to embody as he leads the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Medallion of Merit winner and scientist who led the way

Sandy Hutchens ('69) remembers the thrill and chaos of the '68 Democratic convention

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

Since its dedication in 1978, the Carillon has become a Wake Forest tradition that’s often heard, but seldom seen.