WAKEWinston-Salem
WAKEWinston-Salem is a volunteer-led group dedicated to engaging alumni, parents and friends in the area. We plan a variety of programs throughout the year for all ages to participate in social, athletic, networking, and service opportunities. We hope you will join us at our next event. Go Deacs!
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Upcoming Events
Jun 17
Winston-Salem, NC - New Student Reception
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Join us for a New Student Reception in Winston-Salem! This social event will be the perfect opportunity for the newest Demon Deacons and their families to meet face-to-face and begin building their WFU networks! *Please note, if you (or your student) are transferring to Wake Forest in the fall of 2026, you are also invited to attend this event! Thank You to Our Hosts The Office of Family Engagement extends our sincere gratitude to Forrest ('02, PA '06, P '29) & Brooks Lucas (P '29) for hosting this event.
Jul 01
Homebrewed Christianity Podcast Recording Featuring Dean Corey D. B. Walker and Dr. Bill J. Leonard
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
You are invited to a recording of the Homebrewed Christianity podcast as Tripp Fuller (MDiv ‘07) hosts Bill J. Leonard, Founding Dean and Professor of Divinity Emeritus (1999-2018) and Corey D. B. Walker, Dean of Wake Forest University School of Divinity, Wake Forest Professor of the Humanities, and Director of the Program in African American Studies for connections and conversation. This is an open event, and you are welcome to bring a guest and share this invitation with friends.
Leadership
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Steve Berlin ('81, JD '84, P '06, P '10 JD)
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Laura Bland ('93, MBA '01, P '27)
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David Daggett (JD '85)
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Rob DiBella ('88, MBA '97)
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Shelley Holden ('00, JD '03, P '29)
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David Holden ('99, P '29)
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Mickey Kangur (P '20, P '21 MSM)
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Tonu Kangur ('87, P '20, P '21 MSM)
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Steve Lineberger ('80, MBA '82, P '15)
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Molly Lineberger ('82, MA '15, P '15)
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John Saad ('91, P '28)
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Susanne Saad (MA '93, P '28)
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Coleman Team ('09)
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Keith Vaughan ('72, P '01, P '05, P '10 MBA)
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Lydia Vaughan (MA '71, P '01, P '05, P '10 MBA)
Community Event Photos
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Meet the WAKEWinston-Salem Team
Elizabeth Marsh (’07), Director of Philanthropy & Donor Engagement, leads Wake Forest’s Winston-Salem community alongside Philanthropy & Donor Engagement Officers Geoff Puttkammer and Anna Baker. They are excited to work with you to create local experiences and engagement opportunities for Wake Foresters in the area!
Elizabeth Marsh (’07)
336.758.3064
Geoff Puttkammer
336.758.6242
Anna Baker
336.758.5413