Communications

Let’s keep in touch.
Catch up on every Tuesday update sent to new Wake families this summer.
Important Messages for New Families

Every Tuesday starting May 1, new families will receive a message with reminders of deadlines and action items, as well as advice.
You can see both student and family emails below. The newest emails will appear first.
Emails New Families Have Received
- June 9: Travel Planning, Transportation, and Pre-Orientation DatesDear parents and families, This week’s focus is on how you get to campus—from airport options to car registration and your student’s official Move-In date. Action Item Tracker Health and Immunization FormsDue July 1We continue to stress that students should be uploading documentation to their Deacon Health Portal by the July 1 deadline, and checking […]
- June 2: Campus Safety, Alert System, and Housing AssignmentsDear parents and families, Nothing is more important than the safety of our community. This week, we focus on campus safety alerts, cybersecurity, and how your student can begin getting involved in campus life. Action Item Tracker Register to attend the Virtual Information Session June 23 This Zoom webinar for families and […]
- Housing 101 WebinarThis webinar took place on May 20 and has been recorded for families and students who could not view it live.
- May 19: Health & Wellbeing: Deacon Health, Appointments, and Essential ConversationsDear parents and families, This week, we focus on health and wellbeing — from how your student will manage their physical care to the important conversations you need to have before they arrive. But first — your weekly reminder of important action items: Action Item Tracker Housing 101 for Incoming Students and Families – tomorrow (May […]
- May 12: Summer Advising, Course Selection, and Academic SupportDear parents and families of incoming students, This week, we’re focusing on summer advising, course selection, and ensuring your student is technologically ready for the start of classes. Action Item Tracker Health Forms & ApplicationsDue July 1Remind your student to check their Secure Messages in the Deacon Health Portal to ensure they don’t have messages […]
Emails New Students Have Received
- May 22: Forestry 101 | Update on Pre-Orientation Waitlists
- May 13: Prepare for Your Home in The Forest: Housing Updates and Reminders (from Residence Life and Housing)
- May 1: Forestry 101: Let’s Get Started
- April 30: Congratulations and Welcome to Wake Forest (from Dr. Shea)

Checklist
Refer to the new student checklist to stay on track of all your summer tasks leading up to move-in.

Before You Arrive
Here’s what to prioritize over the summer to ensure you have a smooth transition to college life.

Once You’re Here
Learn about how students experience campus and how to make a home at Wake Forest University.

Academic Success
We have a robust suite of academic support offices to help students succeed in the classroom.

New Deac Week
Learn more about our in-person Orientation experience for students as well as parents/families.

Campus Resources
Explore our vast network of campus departments and resources that students will use at Wake Forest.