Emails New Families Have Received

Important Messages for New Families

Throughout the summer, Wake Forest Family Communications will be sending a weekly message to families in the Class of 2028. The newest emails will appear at the top of the page.

  • Weekly update for incoming WFU families
    Bottom Line Up Front: Dear parents and families of incoming students, Welcome, family members of the Class of 2028! I am Dr. Betsy Chapman (’92, MA ’94), Executive Director of Family Communications, and I am responsible for family communications at […]
  • Welcome to Wake Forest, P’28s: Important Dates and Details
    Bottom Line, Up Front Dear parents and families of Early Decision students, We are so thrilled your students will be joining us as members of the Class of 2028! Please allow us to introduce ourselves: we are Dr. Betsy Chapman (’92, MA […]

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Weekly Message Topics

  • May 7 – New Student Checklist and New Families Checklist
  • May 14 – Travel considerations
  • May 21 – Pre-Orientation programs
  • May 28 – June Advising Sessions
  • June 4 – Get to know Winston-Salem
  • June 11 – Safety
  • June 18 – Meal Plans and Dining
  • June 25 – Tentative Orientation schedule for students and families
  • July 2 – Health and wellbeing
  • July 9 – Academics and registration
  • July 16 – Changing roles of families and students
  • July 23 – Housing and The Forest
  • July 30 – Additional add-ons and options
  • August 6 – Social life
  • August 13 – Move-In Guide
  • August 20 – What’s Next?