WAKECharlotte
WAKECharlotte 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!
Support Your Community
Reach out to learn more about how you can be involved with your Community and Wake Forest.
Upcoming Events
May 11
Grand Opening of Wake Forest Charlotte Campus at The Pearl
11:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Monday, May 11, 2026 at Howard R. Levine Center for Education at The Pearl 11:30 am: Doors open and buffet style lunch 11:45 am: Remarks from Wake Forest Leadership including: Dr. Susan R. Wente, President Charles Iacovou, Vice Provost of Charlotte Programs and Dean of the School of Professional Studies Stacie Petter, Acting Dean of the School of Business Dr. Ebony Boulware, Dean, Wake Forest University School of Medicine Executive Vice President of Academic Health Affairs, Wake Forest University and Chief Academic Officer, Advocate Health 1:00 pm: (optional) Tours of The Pearl and the new Wake Forest Charlotte Campus suite
Leadership
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Laura Berry ('94, P '18, P '26)
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Chris Berry ('94, P '18, P '26)
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Doug Bolt ('96, P '24, P '26)
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Katharine Bolt ('96, P '24, P '26)
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Leslie Bragg ('91, P '24)
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Phillips Bragg ('93, P '24)
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John Chinuntdet ('88, P '17)
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Jeff Harris ('93)
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Adam Holtzschue (MBA '92, P '18)
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Davin Juckett ('93, P '23, P '27)
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Rhoda Juckett ('93, P '23, P '27)
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Jason Kon ('10)
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Kristin Lesher (P '26, P '28)
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Barb Meeks ('92, JD '95, P '23)
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Geordie Pierson ('08)
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Meredith Pierson ('07)
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Will Pittman ('00, JD '05, MBA '05)
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Mike Simons ('99, MBA '04)
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Jason Strife ('01, MSA '02)
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Dana Swimmer (P '19, P '21, P '23, P '27, P '28 MSA)
Community Event Photos
Community Spotlight
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Recently, I took my siblings to their first Wake Forest Lovefeast. (In case you missed the service, the livestream is still available to watch). The Lovefeast may be my […] - Farewell 2025, Hello 2029!
It is hard to believe it has been four weeks already since Wake Forest University’s Class of 2025 walked onto the Commencement stage as students and off as its newest […]
Call for Volunteers
Join WFU alumni in helping Charlotte elementary students build foundational math skills and confidence! Heart Math Tutoring is seeking volunteers to spend 30 minutes or one hour per week with a student playing fun, hands-on math games and providing encouragement. Read more and choose a time and location here. See what tutoring looks like in this short video.
Meet the WAKECharlotte Team
Isabelle White (’13), Director of Philanthropy & Donor Engagement, and Chase Walter (MSM ’23, GCERT ’24), Philanthropy & Donor Engagement Officer, lead Wake Forest’s efforts in the Charlotte community. They are excited to work with you to create local experiences and engagement opportunities for Wake Foresters in the area!
Isabelle White (’13)
336.758.6232
Chase Walter (MSM ’23, GCERT ’24)
336.758.2727