At Wake Forest University, we encourage open and respectful conversations about important social, political, and religious issues. Through a variety of engaging events and initiatives, we create spaces where different viewpoints can be shared and explored in a welcoming atmosphere. Our aim is to enhance our community’s ability to have meaningful discussions that deepen understanding and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
| Date | Event Name | Location | Start Time | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 6 | Quiet Room: After Vote Feelings | Wellbeing Center, A330 | 10:00 a.m. | |
| Wednesday, November 6 | Post-Election Processing Space | Intercultural Center, Benson 346 | 2:00 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, November 6 | Community CirQles | LGBTQ+ Center, Benson 311 | 2:00 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, November 6 | Desserts and Dialogue: Post-Election Reflection | Campus Kitchen & Social Justics Incubator Lounge | 5:00 p.m. | |
| Thursday, November 7 | Connections and Community | Women’s Center, Benson 314 | 2:00 p.m. | |
| Thursday, November 7 – Friday, November 8 | Kickoff Event for Initiative on Religion, Pluralism, and American Public Life | ZSR Library Auditorium | 10:00 a.m. | Wake Forest University School of Divinity will launch the Initiative on Religion, Pluralism, and American Public Life on November 7, 2024. The inaugural program for 2024-2025 will focus on the theme Across the Borders of Tradition: Conversations in Jewish and Christian Thought and Theology. |
| Thursday, November 14 | LGBTQIA Leadership In Ministry | Divinity and Religious Studies Building, Lower Auditorium | 11:00 a.m. | |
| Tuesday, December 3 | John W. Hatch Lecture and Symposium | | ||
| Thursday, December 5 – Saturday, December 7 | Educating Character Across Differences: Cultivating Communities of Character in the University | | ||
| Friday, December 6 | Cultural Fluency: Navigating Inclusive Engagement | Benson | 1:00 p.m. | This workshop will focus on effective communication strategies and collaboration techniques that promote understanding and inclusivity in both academic and professional settings. Participants will develop the skills and understanding needed to communicate effectively and respectfully across diverse cultural backgrounds. Attendees will explore the impact of culture on communication styles, verbal and nonverbal cues, and interpersonal dynamics. The session will also address common challenges in cross-cultural communication, gain practical strategies to navigate these challenges and build bridges of understanding and respect. |
| Sunday, December 8 | Lovefeast | Wait Chapel | 7:00 p.m. |
Past Events
| Date | Event Name | Location | Start Time | Event Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, November 5 | Election Day | 6:30 a.m. | Learn more by visiting the Deacs Decide website. | |
| Tuesday, November 5 | Election Day Breathing Room | Wellbeing Center, A330 | 12:30 p.m. | |
| Tuesday, November 5 | Deacs Decide: Returns Watch | Zick’s Undergroud | 8:00 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, October 30 | Campus Climate Survey – Student Forum | Benson 401 | 5:30 p.m. | Plan to attend one of the interactive sessions below to learn about the survey results and how we plan to leverage them to improve our campus climate. This is an opportunity to provide input and feedback to support the University’s priority focus areas and review the project’s next steps. This multi-phased project marks the first time Wake Forest has conducted a comprehensive campus climate evaluation among all community members. Join us in the effort to improve belonging at Wake Forest. |
| Tuesday, October 29 | Wake Divinity Discovery Day: HBCU Day | Divinity and Religious Studies Building, Lower Auditorium | 9:00 a.m. | Join us for our HBCU Day to learn how Wake Divinity cultivates a rich academic and student life experience for graduates of HBCUs as they lean into God’s call upon their life. You’ll have the opportunity to attend a class, engage with students, tour campus, and worship with us. |
| Tuesday, October 29 | Project Pumpkin | Hearn Plaza | 3:00 p.m. | Project Pumpkin is a signature student-led community-building event that began in an effort to bring together both the campus and Winston-Salem communities started by Wake Forest student Libby Bell (’93) in 1989. The theme for this year’s event will be Wild Adventures! Information about reserving a table will be sent out closer to the event. |
| Thursday, October 24 | Communicating for the Democratic Way of Life | Pugh Auditorium | 5:00 p.m. | |
| Friday, October 25 | From Unconscious Bias to Conscious Inclusion | Benson | 1:00 p.m. | This workshop will explore the hidden biases that influence our decisions, relationships, and behaviors. Participants will gain valuable insights into recognizing and addressing unconscious biases, and learn how to move towards conscious inclusion by fostering a culture of conscious and equitable practices. |
| Tuesday, October 22 | Coffee & Conversation: Women in Politics | Women’s Center | 10:30 a.m. | Join former Congresswomen Donna Edwards (D, MD) and Barbara Comstock (R, VA) for a an unparalleled insight into careers in public service and a deeper conversation about gender and politics. Coffee and pastries will be provided. |
| Tuesday, October 22 | Congress to Campus: A Conversation with Congresswomen Donna Edwards and Barbara Comstock | Pugh Auditorium | 5:00 p.m. | The Office of Civic & Community Engagement and Deacs Decide will host former Congresswomen Donna Edwards and Barbara Comstock on October 22 at 5:00 p.m. in Pugh Auditorium of the Benson University Center. The talk, facilitated by Congress to Campus, will include a discussion of our current political environment. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to join the conversation. Light refreshments will follow. |
| Tuesday, October 22 | The U.S. Role in the World: Foreign Policy Challenges Facing the Next Presidential Administration | Kulynych Auditorium | 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wednesday, October 23 | Addressing Antisemitism from a Framework of Collective Liberation | ZSR | 4:00 p.m. | |
| Thursday, October 10 | Dinner & Dialogue: Race & Politics | Intercultural Center | 5:30 p.m. | Join the Office of Civic & Community Engagement, Deacs Decide, & the InterCultural Center for dialogue and critical conversation about the significance of race and racism in politics, both today and historically.Under the umbrella of Deacon Dialogue, Dinner & Dialogue aims to bring together individuals from across campus to discuss important and sometimes hard topics in a relaxed setting. Over the course of a meal participants will foster community, understanding, and gain new perspectives. |
| Tuesday, October 8 | Community Reflection Event | Front Steps of Wait Chapel | 4:45 p.m. | Join the Office of the Chaplain for a Day of Reflection and Interfaith Prayers. Students, faculty and staff are invited to pause, reflect, and write a prayer or light a candle for peace. Select members of the Wake Forest community will offer prayers and readings for peace. |
| Monday, October 7 | Interfaith Prayers for Peace | Front Steps of Wait Chapel | 11:00 a.m. | Join the Office of the Chaplain for a Day of Reflection and Interfaith Prayers for Peace. Students, faculty and staff are invited to pause, reflect, and write a prayer or light a candle for peace. **Rain Location – Green Room** |
| Wednesday, October 2 | Dinner & Dialogue: Faith & Politics | Benson 410 | 5:30 p.m. | Join us for an evening of thoughtful conversation over food at our Dialogue & Dialogue event, where we will explore the intersection of faith and politics. This gathering is designed for students who are eager to engage in meaningful discussions about how their beliefs shape their views on political issues. |
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