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NEWS
President Hatch: "My Dreams for Wake Forest"
At the Summer Leadership Conference (for members of Wake Forest's volunteer boards and councils), President Nathan O. Hatch discussed the University's strategic plan and his vision for Wake Forest: "This morning we want to address the broad issue of strategic planning, how we best avoid drifting or lying at anchor. I want to introduce this topic by sharing with you 'My Dreams for Wake Forest,' a personal vision of our opportunities and challenges." Read Dr. Hatch's remarks | Top
 Dean Walsh of Law School to retire
Robert K. Walsh, dean of the School of Law, announced that he plans to retire as dean next summer. Walsh, who will complete 18 years as dean in 2007, will remain at the School of Law as a full-time professor of law starting with the 2007-2008 academic year. "During Bob Walsh's term as dean, the School of Law has made enormous gains," said Wake Forest Provost William C. Gordon. "Certainly, the national and international reputation for excellence that the School of Law enjoys today is the direct result of Bob's outstanding leadership over so many years." Details | Top
Video featuring students thanks alumni and friends
As part of the celebration of the successful completion of The Campaign for Wake Forest: Honoring the Promise, students paid tribute to alumni and friends for their support. Hear the stories of the students and see how your contributions are making a difference | Top
University donates to Katrina relief effort
Wake Forest has donated residence hall furniture for the North Carolina Baptist Men's hurricane relief efforts. The University donated 350 wooden desk chairs, 150 upholstered chairs, 40 loveseats and assorted tables. Much of the furniture will be distributed in Gulfport, Mississippi, to Hurricane Katrina victims. Details | Top
ACADEMICS
 Professor's research supports eliminating the penny
If the penny were eliminated, rounding prices to the nearest nickel would not cost consumers extra money, according to a new study by Robert M. Whaples, professor of economics. Whaples, an expert on the history of the U.S. economy, recently presented his findings at the John Locke Foundation, a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank. "It's time to eliminate the penny," said Whaples, who estimates that the United States loses roughly $900 million a year on penny production and handling. Details | Top
ACTIVITIES/EVENTS
Self/Image: Portraiture from Copley to Close opens 8/30 at Reynolda House
Self/Image: Portraiture from Copley to Close features masterpieces including portraits by Thëus, Blackburn, Copley, Stuart, Eakins, Sargent, Peale, Close, and Paik. The opening party on August 30 will feature music, cash bar, and admission to the entire museum (admission $5, members/students free). This exhibition is made possible by Lead Sponsor, Wachovia, and Contributing Sponsor for Education, Christina and Andrew Whitney and the Live Oak Foundation. For information, contact 336.758.5150 or visit reynoldahouse.org | Top
Attention teachers: nominations for the Waddill Excellence in Teaching Award due October 16
The Marcellus Waddill Excellence in Teaching Award is given annually to two Wake Forest alumni who are exemplary classroom teachers in public or private K-12 schools. Established in 1994, the award is named in honor of Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Marcellus Waddill and funded by his son David. Each winner, one on the primary level (K - 6) and one on the secondary level (7 - 12), receives a $20,000 cash award; one of the largest monetary awards of any teacher-recognition honor in the country. Nominations are due October 16th. Details | Top
Need help with move-in? Contact the Wake Forest UPS Store
Attention parents of Wake Forest students: do you need help for move-in? The UPS Store at Wake Forest can receive packages for your student up to two weeks prior to their arrival on campus, store the packages in a climate controlled environment and deliver them when you arrive, and more. For more information, contact the UPS Store at 336-896-1126 or store5701@theupsstore.com | Top
 Online registration available for Homecoming (September 29-30)
Attention College and Calloway alumni from classes ending in 1 and 6: class reunions are less than two months away, and we hope that you are making plans to join us for Homecoming the weekend of September 29-30. Online registration is now available. Specific information about reunion class events and general events is also available through the web site. Make your hotel reservations, contact your friends, register for events, and plan now to join us in September! If you have any questions, contact Vada Lou Earle ('85) in the Office of Alumni Activities at 800-752-8568 or earlevl@wfu.edu. Online Registration and Details | Top
Thinking about taking a trip in 2007? Go with the Wake Forest Travel Program
Thinking about taking a trip in 2007? The Alumni Travel Program offers exceptional itineraries with extraordinary people- Wake Forest alumni and friends. Reservations are now being taken for the 2007 travel schedule. Contact Vada Lou Earle ('85) at 800-752-8568 or earlevl@wfu.edu. Details | Top
SCHOOLS OF THE UNIVERSITY
Babcock School: New MA in Management program begins
The Babcock school welcomed an enthusiastic inaugural class for the new Master of Arts in Management program, which began July 17. Twelve of the program’s 13 students are Wake Forest graduates. The program exposes liberal arts and sciences majors to business fundamentals adapted from the MBA program’s first-year curriculum. Details | Top
 Calloway School: Hinson named director of Master of Science in Accountancy program
Yvonne Hinson, PricewaterhouseCoopers Faculty Fellow and associate professor of accounting in the Calloway School, has been named director of the Master of Science in accountancy program. Details | Top
Divinity School: Famed Baptist minister establishes scholarship
Robert Seymour, known for his commitment to racial integration in the '60s and his prolific involvement in Baptist life, has founded with his wife the Pearl and Robert Seymour Scholarship Fund. The fund will be established to support the Divinity School by providing well needed financial support for graduate theological education. Details | Top
Law School: New faculty join the Law School
The Law School recently welcomed two outstanding legal professionals to its faculty. Details | Top
Medical School: Record number of medical students doing summer research
A record 53 medical students are conducting summer research projects at the School of Medicine. Richard St. Clair, Ph.D., chairman of the intramural research support committee, said the Office of Research was able to find the money to support all the students in a training program aimed at attracting more physicians into research and academic medicine. Details | Top
ATHLETICS
Athletics: Kemper ('98) holds #1 world ranking; Fan Fest to be held August 12
Former Wake Forest track and field athlete Hunter Kemper ('98) won the Life Time Fitness "Battle of the Sexes" Triathlon in Minneapolis in a time of 1:49:44.1. Kemper, a two-time Olympian, is currently ranked as the world's No. 1 triathlete. Kemper competed against a field of elite professional triathletes from around the world and captured the event's $200,000-value first-place prize. Details | Top
Fan Fest will be held Saturday, August 12th at 6:30 p.m. at Groves Stadium. Admission is free. Football players and student-athletes from all Demon Deacon fall sports will be on hand to sign autographs on the new FieldTurf. For details on all other Wake Forest sports: Details on all Wake Forest sports | Top
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