WAKEAtlanta
WAKEAtlanta 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
Mar 04
ACC Women's Basketball Tournament Pregame Gathering
12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Join fellow Wake Forest fans for a pre-game gathering ahead of our ACC Tournament matchup against California! We’ll meet at Good Word Brewing & Public House beginning at 12:00 PM before heading to Gas South Arena for the 1:30 PM tip-off. Stop by to connect with other Deacs, enjoy food and drinks, and get ready to cheer on Women’s Basketball in postseason play! Fans are welcome to come and go as their schedules allow. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Sarah Cave at caves@wfu.edu or (336) 758-3710 (O) / (770) 598-5610 (C)
Mar 19
Atlanta - School of Business Alumni Happy Hour
6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
School of Business alumni are invited to this laid-back networking event designed to grow your local Biz Deac circle. We’ve got your evening covered with two drink tickets (beer/wine), appetizers and great company (included in your $10 registration fee). Drop by the brewery anytime between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m. and meet fellow Atlanta area alumni. You are invited to register one guest. Hosted locally by Alumni Council Chair Lawrence Watkins (MSA '17).
Leadership
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Andrew Blaisdell ('03)
Co-Chair -
Hank Bassett ('80)
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Ali Blaisdell ('06)
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Lynn Castle Lariccia (P '29)
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Catherine Diffley (JD '00)
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Christopher Gabriel (P '27, P '29)
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Courtenay Gabriel (P '27, P '29)
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John Lariccia (P '29)
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Caroline Limehouse ('04, MSA '05)
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Andrea Malik Roe ('99)
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Adam Parker ('10)
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Addy Parker ('13)
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Jaclyn Slagle ('02)
Community Event Photos
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Call for Projects!
Are you jumping for joy at the thought of bringing the Pro Humanitate spirit to your own backyard? Eagerly waiting for the next opportunity to get together with other Wake Foresters?
We’re still on the lookout for a Pro Humanitate Days 2026 project for your community, so now’s your chance to submit a volunteer project idea! Just fill out the form and our Alumni Engagement team will reach out with next steps.
Meet the WAKEAtlanta Team
Sarah Cave (’89, P ’23), Director of Philanthropy & Donor Engagement, leads Wake Forest’s Atlanta community. She is excited to work with you to create local experiences and engagement opportunities for Wake Foresters in the area!
Sarah Cave (’89, P ’23)
caves@wfu.edu
336.758.3710