Why We’re Here
The vision of Wake Forest in Washington is to raise the profile and tangible presence of Wake Forest University in Washington, D.C. and have a discernible role in the national conversations on the policies, laws and central issues facing this country and our world.
Our presence here starts with academic programs and is fortified by more than 9,000 Wake Forest alumni, parents and friends who live and work in the Washington area, many of whom have established themselves as leaders in the community. By building a bridge between our nation’s capital and our campus in Winston-Salem, we are able to forge a pathway for students and alumni to live out Pro Humanitate on the national and global stage.
This Week in DC
Monday, 9/25
– SOC 362
Wednesday, 9/27
– SOC 356
Friday, 9/29
– Programming TBD
Thoughts from Wake Forest Leaders
“We came to Washington, D.C. because we know it is a place our students and alumni want to be. It is here – where people have the opportunity to be in the center of our nation’s activity, where there is room to make a difference – it is here we want to be. It is here Wake Foresters need to be. It is here we are pleased to be.”
“Wake Forest develops people who know how to think critically, have conversations with one another, find commonality that crosses party lines, and work for the greater good. If there is one thing that unites us, it is the spirit of Pro Humanitate, which is very much needed now in our country and in our nation’s capital.”
“I’m excited to see Wake Forest launch this fantastic program. I know that any student who spends a semester in Washington will be better for it.”
“What more interesting time and what more interesting place for students who are intellectually curious to have the chance to spend a semester in D.C.”
“We are a national school. We are a global school, and we have important contributions to make. Being in Washington, D.C. at this time matches perfectly with the momentum of the University itself.”
“We want to plant our flag. We want to have a stake in this city and the world.”
“The opportunity for Wake Forest is to be part of the solution. We need a lot more civility in our politics and a lot more Pro Humanitate, recognizing what the promise of this country was in the first place.”
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A favorite every semester is lunch & conversation with distinguished @WFUAlum, trustee & former congresswoman @DonnaFEdwards. We covered labor, unions, NASA, winding career journeys, RV trips, standing up for yourself & shutting out the noise
Fall ‘23 orientation week wraps w/ a lunch w/alumni of this program giving best tips & advice for making the most of the students’ internships & semester in DC. Go forth & conquer! We know you will make us proud & continue to build our brand & presence in the nation’s Capital! 🎩
At least once every semester on the DC mural tour during orientation a student turns & says “Jason is such a cool guy.” They aren’t wrong. Another cool tour with a cool guide of a very cool part of DC.
FDOC and they all survived their first morning commute!
Teams are set & strategizing has begun! Perfect day for the fall semester scavenger hunt with young @WFUAlumni! @DCDeacs
They’re all here! We are excited for this group and the semester ahead with Dr. Wahl from Sociology. The students have a fantastic lineup of internships. Read more about them here. https://washington.wfu.edu/programs/#students
Fall semester move-in has begun! First student arrived early which is right on time! #GoDeacs
A week ago today a @WFUAlumni made a connection for us w/ another DC alum who hires interns. Yesterday our last student seeking an internship for the fall had an interview w/ our alum & today she received an offer. This program thrives on our @DCDeacs network! None better#GoDeacs
Class doesn’t really feel like class when you spend it on the Hill discussing policy and politics with @SenatorBennet. And it’s even better when former CO Gov Bill Ritter drops in to say hello and offer career advice.
