Wake Forest Parents and Families

06/18/2026

Did you know that we did a Deacons on Parade back in 2001? This one was called "Babcock's Manager of the Global Future" (for the former Babcock Graduate School of Management). He now proudly resides in The Pearl in Charlotte.

06/17/2026

Happy National Mascot Day to our own Demon Deacon. In the words of our fight song, you are truly "unrivaled by any." 🖤💛

06/02/2026

It takes a village. https://www.instagram.com/p/DY2eyGBxzWu/

05/21/2026

Probably the best roundup of Commencement day photos yet. Enjoy!

Monday, May 18, 2026

05/20/2026

And here is a news story about Dr. Rodriguez and his selection as our 15th president:

The Board of Trustees of Wake Forest University announced the appointment of Peter Rodriguez as the University’s 15th President. A distinguished economist and transformative academic leader, Rodriguez currently serves as the dean of Rice University’s School of Business. He will begin his preside...

05/20/2026

Here's how colleagues and members of the presidential search committee describe Dr. Rodriguez:

Peter brings significant experience across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, all while reflecting his core leadership values of attentiveness, responsiveness, and kindness. His broad range of service, from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas’ Houston Board of Directors to a respec...

05/20/2026

Welcome video from President-Elect Rodriguez:

The Board of Trustees of Wake Forest University announced the appointment of Peter Rodriguez as the University’s 15th President. A distinguished economist an...

05/20/2026

Dr. Peter Rodriguez announced as Wake Forest's 15th president:

Dear members of the Wake Forest community:  After conducting a national search, the Presidential Search Committee unanimously recommended to the Board of Trustees, and the Board approved, the appointment of Dr. Peter Rodriguez as the 15th president of Wake Forest University. A distinguished economi...

05/18/2026

For those of you who like to see how things work, keep an eye on the Quad Cam this afternoon and tomorrow. You will be amazed at how quickly the Quad is returned to its normal state.

A Live Look at WFU You are viewing Wake Forest’s main quad, Hearn Plaza, named for Thomas K. Hearn, Jr., the University’s 12th president. Wait Chapel stands at the far end of the Quad, opposite Reynolda Hall, where this we**am is situated. The best way [...]

05/18/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Welcome to the Wake Forest Alumni Association!

P'26s, you will always be part of the Wake Forest family too!