Communications
As we navigate the dynamic landscape of higher education and the unique trajectory of Wake Forest, the Office of the Provost prioritizes consistent and timely communication and strives to keep our community informed and engaged with the latest messages, updates, and visionary directions from the Provost’s office. Delve into our recent announcements, thought leadership, and institutional strides, and stay connected with the heartbeat of our academic mission.
The Provost’s Latest Messages
- WFU names Nell Jessup Newton interim provost
- A Message from Provost GillespieJuly 1, 2025 Provost Michele Gillespie announced today that she will step away from her Provost role and return to her role as the Presidential Endowed Professor in Southern History. Read her message to the campus community below, and read President Susan Wente’s message of gratitude(opens in a new tab). Dear Wake […]
- 2025 Provost’s AddressOn Wednesday, March 5, Provost Michele Gillespie delivered her third annual address at the invitation of the Faculty Senate. PDF of Provost Gillespie’s remarks. Annual Address of the Provost to the Faculty and Staff of Wake Forest University By Michele Gillespie, Provost and Presidential Endowed Chair of Southern History March 5, 2025 Normally in […]
- A Letter to Faculty: February 2025February 10, 2025 Dear Faculty Colleagues, Federal policy changes are on all our minds right now. Together, as a community, we must support each other through these challenging times. We must be unwavering in our commitment to our teaching, learning, and research missions. We must be steadfast in our support of all our students, faculty, […]
- A Letter to Faculty: January 2025January 23, 2025 Dear Faculty Colleagues, Congratulations! Your first week of spring semester classes is under your belt! Never forget that you play a transformative role in your students’ lives. Each and every day you help make our Wake Forest community stronger and better through your teaching, research and engagement. This month’s letter highlights the […]
Remarks from Provost Gillespie
- 2025 Provost’s AddressOn Wednesday, March 5, Provost Michele Gillespie delivered her third annual address at the invitation of the Faculty Senate. PDF of Provost Gillespie’s remarks. Annual Address of the Provost to the Faculty and Staff of Wake Forest University By Michele Gillespie, Provost and Presidential Endowed Chair of Southern History March 5, 2025 Normally in […]
- Remarks: 2024 Provost’s AddressOn Wednesday, March 6, Provost Michele Gillespie delivered her 2nd annual address to the University at the invitation of the Faculty Senate.
- Remarks: Reece Collection/Of the Times Exhibition OpeningThank you for coming out on this cold, cold evening to celebrate this momentous occasion. For those of you who don’t know me, I’m Michele Gillespie, Provost here at Wake Forest, and I would like to warmly welcome each of you. I am delighted to be with you as we open this new art exhibit […]
- Remarks: 100 Years of Student Government at Wake ForestRemarks given Monday, November 13, 2023 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Wake Forest University’s Student Government Association I am delighted to be here with you today commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Wake Forest University Student Government. As we have heard already tonight, we are not only celebrating a centennial of leadership but also […]
- Remarks: Leadership & Character Scholar InductionRemarks given Friday, October 27, 2023 at the Program for Leadership & Character’s Scholar induction. I am so delighted to be here with all of you at this special Leadership and Character induction ceremony for our newest Scholars. My most heartfelt congratulations to each of you inductees. It is no small feat to have been […]
🧠🎨 Neuroarts, for the good of humanity. Learn more by reading the full announcement on the SproutLink in our bio!
Our hearts are still full as we enter this week energized and inspired by last Friday`s Arts, Health Care & Humanities in Action Symposium, made possible through the collaborative efforts of Wake the Arts, Wake Forest Humanities Institute, Wake`s Translational Science Center and the Center for Bioethics, Health, & Society, @generationscenterws, @srservicesinc, and @artscouncilwsfc.
🧠🕺 The field of Neuroarts is changing the way we think about that which makes us human, and there is room for everyone in this collective effort. We found the event quite moving, as you can see in the image of Reynolds Professor of Dance Christina Soriano doing what she does so well!
#artsinhealth
Join us for the 3rd annual Center for Functional Materials Research Day on Thursday, November 20 from 2–4 p.m. in Benson 410!
Explore cutting-edge research in materials that power next-generation technologies. This collaborative event brings together researchers across physics, chemistry, engineering, nanotechnology, and the School of Medicine.
Hors d’oeuvres and drinks provided.
All are welcome!
#WakeForest #WFUResearch #STEM #FunctionalMaterials #Collaboration
The Office of the Provost hosted a Fall Coffee last week to connect with our affiliated offices. On a cool morning, our staff and guests enjoyed breakfast bites, warm drinks, and great company. The perfect start to this new season! 🍂
The Office of the Provost came together today in honor of World Mental Health Day.
In support of the campus-wide We Are Wake initiative ( @wfucampuslife ), our goal is to help elevate our collective conscious of care on campus. Aligning with our motto, Pro Humanitate, the office is here for our students, staff, faculty, and all who make up our Wake Forest community. 💚
#prohumanitate
✨ We celebrate Dr. Ana S. Iltis, Carlson Professor of University Studies and Director of the Center for Bioethics, Health & Society, for receiving the 2025 Distinguished Service Award from the American Society for Bioethics + Humanities. This honor recognizes her visionary leadership, influential scholarship, and dedication to advancing bioethics. We are proud to recognize her as a leader, scholar, and mentor at @wfuniversity!
New Faculty Orientation is one of our favorite days of the year as we welcome our newest cohort of amazing teacher-scholars to @wfuniversity. One of the highlights of the day is a conversation with all 6 of our incredible Deans. This year, @wakediv Dean Corey D. B. Walker closed us out with a moving and inspiring message about beginning anew, expanding our intellectual horizons, and our commitment to #prohumanitate.
Join us in extending a warm Deacon welcome to our new interim provost Nell Jessup Newton! We look forward to partnering with her this year to continue supporting Wake Forest’s academic mission and to shine a light on the creative, collaborative work of our faculty and students driving positive change in society.
Your engagement and feedback are invaluable to us, so we invite you to reach out with any questions, comments or suggestions.