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
- 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 […]
- Action Needed: Set up your Wake Network accountThis message was sent to P’30 families who have not yet logged in to Wake Network Dear [Your Name], Welcome to Wake Forest! I’m sure you’re getting lots of exciting information from us as your student prepares to join us in August as a member of the Class of 2030. Our office is busy planning a […]
- Coming Soon: Invitations to our Class of 2030 summer eventsThis message was sent to P’30 families who have already logged in to Wake Network Dear [Your Name], Welcome to Wake Forest! I’m sure you’re getting lots of exciting information from us as your student prepares to join us in August as a member of the Class of 2030. Our office is busy planning a series […]
- May 5: Granting Access—Your Student’s Financial & Privacy PermissionsDear parents and families of incoming students, This week’s focus is on how your student grants you access to their academic, financial, and housing information, which is a critical process for the coming year. Action Item Tracker Housing & Dining ApplicationDue June 1Required for all first-year students. Students will receive their housing assignments by June […]
Emails New Students Have Received
- 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.