WAKECharleston
WAKECharleston 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
Mar 25
Pro Humanitate Days 2026 - Lowcountry Food Bank
1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
We'll be sorting and packaging food for distribution to those in need in the Charleston area. Please plan to wear closed-toe shoes while you participate.
Leadership
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Tammy Connor ('96, P '30)
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Coleen Griffin ('96, P '27, P '29)
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Kent Griffin ('92, P '27, P '29)
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Jason Hessberg ('03, MBA '10)
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Kathleen Hodgson ('03)
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Mac Hodgson ('03)
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Rich Leadem ('86, P '18, P '22)
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Sue Leadem ('86, P '18, P '22)
Community Event Photos
Community Spotlight
- A Spring Full of WAKECommunities Events
It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through March and the “new year” isn’t so new anymore, but the occasionally warmer weather and the flowers starting to bloom in Winston-Salem […] - Shining a Light on Our Community Volunteers
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 […]
Meet the WAKECharleston Team
Dustie Lanier (’06), Associate Vice President of Individual Giving & National Engagement, leads Wake Forest’s Charleston community. She is excited to work with you to create local experiences and engagement opportunities for Wake Foresters in the area!
Dustie Lanier (’06)
lanierdn@wfu.edu
336.758.5464
