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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

Oct 24

Homecoming

11:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

For a seamless registration experience, please sign in to Wake Network before starting the registration process. Please note that registration fees are non-refundable. If you need a little extra help registering, please watch this video.

Nov 11

Wake Div Gathering at Lot 63

5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.

You're Invited! Join us for a special live recording of the Homebrewed Christianity podcast as host Tripp Fuller (MDiv ‘07) welcomes: 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 Bill J. Leonard – Founding Dean and Professor of Divinity Emeritus (1999–2018) This promises to be a rich and engaging evening of community and conversation, exploring theology, culture, and the public square. All are welcome, and we encourage you to bring guests and share this invitation with others!

Nov 13

WFU School of Divinity Dunn Chair Inaugural Lecture and Symposium

9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Thursday, November 13, 2025We are delighted to welcome you back to campus for an enriching day of fellowship, learning, and leadership. Dr. Alton B. Pollard III, distinguished scholar and academic leader, serves as the James and Marilyn Dunn Chair in Baptist Studies and University Professor of African American Studies.His lecture, Shifting Interpretations, invites us to explore the evolving understandings of faith, justice, and identity in contemporary theological discourse. Event Agenda 9:00 a.m. | Opening and Welcome9:30 a.m. | Conversation I11:00 a.m. | Community Worship2:00 p.m. | Conversation II4:00 p.m. | Inaugural Dunn LectureLecturer: Dr. Alton B. Pollard IIIIntroduced by: Dr. Corey D. B. Walker5:00 p.m. | Reception

Dec 03

Winston-Salem - School of Business Alumni Holiday Happy Hour

5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.

Bring your holiday cheer! The School of Business is hosting a special Holiday Happy Hour in downtown Winston-Salem for local business alumni to reconnect, share in the festive spirit, and make new connections over casual conversation. Your $10 registration fee includes two drink tickets (beer/wine) and appetizers. Drop-in anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Guests are welcome, however registration is required. Dress in your favorite holiday attire. We look forward to toasting the merry season together!

Leadership

Steve Berlin ('81, JD '84, P '06, P '10 JD)
Laura Bland ('93, MBA '01, P '27)
David Daggett (JD '85)
Rob DiBella ('88, MBA '97)
Shelley Holden ('00, JD '03, P '29)
David Holden ('99, P '29)
Mickey Kangur (P '20, P '21 MSM)
Tonu Kangur ('87, P '20, P '21 MSM)
Steve Lineberger ('80, MBA '82, P '15)
Molly Lineberger ('82, MA '15, P '15)
John Saad ('91, P '28)
Susanne Saad (MA '93, P '28)
Coleman Team ('09)
Keith Vaughan ('72, P '01, P '05, P '10 MBA)
Lydia Vaughan (MA '71, P '01, P '05, P '10 MBA)

Community Event Photos

Winston-Salem Wake Foresters lent their green thumbs to help Campus Garden as part of Pro Humanitate Days 2025.

Winston-Salem Wake Foresters volunteered at Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina for Pro Humanitate Days 2025.

Winston-Salem Wake Foresters took part in DESK, a student-led initiative that produces custom-painted desks for local elementary school students, as part of Pro Humanitate Days 2025.

Winston-Salem Wake Foresters helped clean out and organize stacks of old records at Community Care Center for Pro Humanitate Days 2025.

Winston-Salem Wake Foresters tidied up Odd Fellows Historic Cemetery for Pro Humanitate Days 2025.

Face to Face attendees gathered for a reception following David Brooks' presentation on February 27, 2025, with featured remarks from Dr. Michael Lamb, Executive Director of the for Leadership and Character, and Roscoe Bell ('23), Program Coordinator for the Program for Leadership and Character. The pair linked Brooks' points to the work happening in leadership and character at Wake Forest and discussed how the University is empowering students to see and serve humanity.

Winston-Salem Wake Foresters gathered for a park clean-up as part of Pro Humanitate Days, WFU's annual days of service, on April 6, 2022.

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Community Spotlight

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Meet the WAKEWinston-Salem Team

Elizabeth Marsh (’07), Director of Philanthropy & Donor Engagement, and Geoff Puttkammer, Gift Officer, lead Wake Forest’s efforts in the Winston-Salem community. They are excited to work with you to create local experiences and engagement opportunities for Wake Foresters in the area!

Elizabeth Marsh (’07)
marshev@wfu.edu
(336) 758-3064

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Geoff Puttkammer
puttkag@wfu.edu
(336) 758-6242

Learn More about Geoff

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