University names new provost

January 27, 2012

President Nathan O. Hatch announced to the university today, Jan. 27, that Rogan Kersh (’86) has been appointed the new provost and professor of political science. Kersh will assume his new duties as the chief academic officer with responsibility for supervising and administering the academic programs and plans of the university’s Reynolda Campus this summer.

Read more
»Police search for hit-and-run suspect »O’Brien shares ideas on furthering MLK legacy »Is Wake making students sicker? »Moe’s to be welcomed in Benson »Dr. Lischer specializes in African politics »Religious diversity impacts donations »East meets west
 

Jump on it: Celebrated basketball fan Naz-T Deac revealed

January 26, 2012

The whistle is blown. The players walk off the court to huddle up in a timeout. The speakers are cranked up and all the fans in the arena shout and turn towards one particular section waiting for the magic to happen.  That is when Naz-T Deac — donning a tie dye shirt and bucket hat [...]

Read more
»Deacs trounce Clemson at the Joel »Deacons have much left to prove in 2012 »Wake finds success in return trip to Blacksburg »Spotlight: David Hopkins »ACC schedule proves to be tough test for Deacs »Injured women’s tennis drops two home matches »Men’s tennis picks up win over Central Florida
 

University takes bold step of encouraging diversity

January 26, 2012

The Jan. 19 issue of the Old Gold & Black published a sharp and insightful analysis of certain donors’ threats to withhold funds in light of the university’s efforts to celebrate growing religious diversity on campus (“Religious diversity impacts donations”). The presence of additional religious posts in the Office of the Chaplain, in particular Imam [...]

Read more
»Recent break-ins require improved police response »Hockey snub provokes political firestorm »Diversity outweighs need to retain donors »Resolution to North Korea issue appears dim »Follow @Opinion_OGB during the State of the Union »Old Gold & Black suggests campus resolutions »Romney stands out as good, not great, choice
 

Romantic Restaurant Guide

January 26, 2012

The Sundry in Benson is already jam-packed with Valentine’s Day essentials: pink heart-shaped boxes of chocolate, cute bug-eyed stuffed animals, and cards that say “I Love You.” It’s just a matter of time before the Pit becomes a Valentine’s Day wonderland and all the food is colored pink, red and white. For that special someone [...]

Read more
»Any Given Saturday: Students cross the quad in last night’s attire »Novel fails to meet Addison readers’ expectations »Dark undertones prevail in American version »World War II story ignites emotion »Life: The best 2011 had to offer »Begin the New Year with a bang of color »Second Holmes film exceeds first