On this first day of Pride Month, we’re taking a look back to this spring’s Lavender Graduation ceremony.

Each year @lgbtqatwfu hosts a Lavender Graduation ceremony to celebrate the achievements of our outstanding LGBTQ+ and ally graduating students. Lavender Graduation is a unique ceremony held annually to honor the struggles many LGBTQ+ students face in accessing and achieving in their education. It does not replace traditional commencement activities, but is a special time to come together in a community of celebration and honor our Lavender Graduates.

LGBTQ+ and ally students graduating from the College or from graduate programs are invited to participate, and the entire Wake Forest community is invited to celebrate in this special occasion. ...

During a Winston-Salem City Council meeting this month, @wakedebate received a resolution by the @cityofwinstonsalem for their historic national title wins this year. 

Mayor Allen Joines issued the honor on behalf of the City Council and Mayor Pro Tem D.D. Adams presented the large, framed resolution to the team.

“Winston-Salem could not be prouder,” said Adams. “To bring home this honor, something that has never been done – I hope you will always continue to embrace your skillset and remember the instructors, the mentors, your teachers and coaches that poured into you for you to become who you are now and what you will become later. Congratulations to each and every one of you.”

In 2023, @wakedebate created history by winning all three major national policy debate tournaments:  The American Debate Association competition in early March, the prestigious and highly coveted National Debate Tournament in early April and the Cross Examination Debate Association National Tournament also held last month. 

A physical marker in the city also celebrates the University’s “Triple Crown” debate team national titles. A “WFU Nat’l Debate Champions” sign has been installed at the intersection of Reynolda Road and Coliseum Drive. ...

The first sign of summer in the Forest… Magnolia Quad in full bloom. 🌳 ...

To the founding members of the fan club, thank you for everything. 🎩💛

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✨Deacon-tageous joy! ✨

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Finale in the Forest. 🎓 #GoDeacs #WFUgrad ...