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Updates from Human Resources is distributed weekly each Wednesday, with content submissions due the Friday before. Contact Jay Sauerman, Communications & Events Coordinator, with newsletter questions.


Nominations Open for Leading Effectively Across the Forest

It’s that time for many of us — time to pair a new year with new goals, both personally and professionally. If you’re like me and often feel frustrated in accomplishing your goals, here are four ideas to help you get started — and cruising — down the right track.


2025 Milestones Recognition

Congratulations to the 318 faculty and staff members who celebrated a milestone in 2025! Together, they have completed 4,465 years of service at Wake Forest; the University thanks them for their time, passion, and dedication. Within this group, two faculty members celebrated an outstanding 50 […]


Personal Observance Days in 2026

Are you planning to use your Personal Observance Day (POD) in early 2026? Starting Jan. 1, you’ll notice that this leave is no longer listed as Admin Leave/POD in Workday. Instead, when you make your request, you will look for Personal Observance Day as a […]


Building Trust Through Leadership

In every workplace—especially at Wake Forest, where we are motivated by pro humanitate and the pursuit of genuine human flourishing—trust is the currency that fuels high-performing teams and relationships. Trust isn’t simply granted by titles or tenure; it’s built purposefully, consistently, and with intention. Trust […]


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