Tag: Philanthropy


We Do!

We Do!

Cherin C. Poovey (P '08)


No traditional wedding favors for this couple. Instead, they're making gifts to their alma maters as a meaningful way to honor guests.

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Don Flow (MBA ’83) on preserving the past, investing for the future

Don Flow (MBA ’83) on preserving the past, investing for the future

Maria Henson ('82)


As the University undertakes its next capital campaign, the goal is to ensure that the distinctive nature of Wake Forest endures and flourishes. The vision for the college is that it will be recognized as the premier, face-to-face college experience preparing graduates to lead lives of purpose and connection. Donald E. “Don” Flow (MBA ’83) […]

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Wade Murphy (’00) helps endow the Humanities Institute with $1 million gift

Wade Murphy (’00) helps endow the Humanities Institute with $1 million gift

Maria Henson ('82)


In February, Wade Murphy (’00), executive vice president of Marmik Oil Co. in El Dorado, Ark., made history as the only person under 35 to make a single seven-figure gift in the University’s history. Murphy, a member of the College Board of Visitors, donated $1 million to the Humanities Institute. In 2010 the National Endowment […]

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