08.02.2024

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Colleges and universities in Winston-Salem

Trees surround a brick building with columns and a green roof. The aerial photo shows the Winston-Salem skyline in the background.

The campus of Wake Forest University is picturesque anytime of year. | Photo by Wake Forest University

Winston-Salem is home to world class institutions for higher learning and there’s a lot happening on campus. Class is in session.

Wake Forest University

The private university relocated from Wake Forest, NC in 1956. Its ~9,100 student body population has more than 50 majors to choose from. The campus also hosts community events like the Face to Face Speaker Forum and TEDxWakeForestU.

The Wake Forest University School of Medicine is a leading research institution and is launching a new Translational Eye and Vision Research Center in Innovation Quarter.

Winston-Salem State University

Simon Green Atkins founded Slater Industrial Academy, which would become WSSU, in 1892. Currently ~4,700 students can select from 39 bachelor’s degree programs + seven master’s degree programs. Its newly established Quantum Information Science and Engineering Program could impact the future of the US economy and national security.

The Rams recently welcomed their first permanent female chancellor in the university’s history.

Forsyth Technical Community College

The community college has grown to nine campus locations in and around Winston-Salem since its founding in 1960. The school is one of 10 Leader Colleges in the US, which recognizes its commitment to equity and economic mobility. Strategic partnerships and involvement with Forsyth Works keep the local workforce competitive.

Forsyth Tech plans to expand its main campus on Silas Creek Parkway and launched an athletics program.

Salem-Academy-College-main-hall-brick-building-pillars — Salem College is nestled in the heart of Old Salem.
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Photo by Salem College

Salem College

Founded in 1772, the private school is the oldest educational institution for girls and women in the US. It began transforming into a liberal arts college focused on health leadership in 2021. The school received an anonymous $5 million donation in August 2023. More than 1,900 applied to the college for fall 2024 enrollment, the largest number in its history.

Carolina University

The private university, originally Piedmont International University until 2020, is a member of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. All courses are held over seven weeks and are available online. Students can receive doctorates, master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degrees from six schools.

The school plans to move its campus from South Broad Street to the former HanesBrands headquarters on East Hanes Mill Road in January 2025.

Events

Friday, Aug. 2

First Friday | Friday, Aug. 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Wise Man Brewing, 826 Angelo Bros. Ave., Winston-Salem | Free | Shop from local artists and vendors + enjoy live music from the Ashley Santiago Band.
Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greensboro Grasshoppers | Friday, Aug. 2 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | End your week with a bang stick around after the game for a fireworks show.*

Saturday, Aug. 3

Used Tech and Tool Sale | Saturday, Aug. 3 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mixxer, 1375 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Winston-Salem | Free | Get deals on gently used equipment, tools, and technology at this fundraiser.
Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greensboro Grasshoppers | Saturday, Aug. 3 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | The Dash will sport their new black + gold Golden Age jerseys exclusively on Saturdays when they are at home as part of Golden Age Saturday.*

Sunday, Aug. 4

Free Community Concert: Common Hymnal | Sunday, Aug. 4 | 5:30 p.m. | Wait Chapel, 1834 Wake Forest Rd., Winston-Salem | Free | Join the artist collective for an evening celebrating faith, family, and community.
Mean Mary Performs Live | Sunday, Aug. 4 | 3 p.m. | Muddy Creek Cafe, 626 S. Main St., Winston-Salem | $20 | Listen to the award-winning musician and songwriter perform with her full band.
Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greensboro Grasshoppers | Sunday, Aug. 4 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | It’s Sunday Funday. Purchase this special ticket package (includes a game ticket + drink voucher to any of the bars at Truist Stadium) for only $20.*

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News Notes

Traffic

Petree Road between Shattalon Drive and Huntingreen Lane will close from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily while contractors work on the road. Traffic control will be in place through Friday, Aug. 9., but you might want to find an alternate route.

Biz

Ziehl-Abegg plans to start production at its new Winston-Salem facility next month. The German-based company that manufactures parts for the heating and air conditioning industry is moving operations from Greensboro into a larger, 526,000-sqft plant in the Union Cross Industrial Center. (Triad Business Journal)

Open

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools teachers can stock up on classroom supplies at the Educator Warehouse Open House today, Aug. 2 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. and tomorrow, Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Educators are required to register before showing up to shop at 986 Hutton St.

Outdoors

You’ll soon have a new place to walk, picnic, and play. Forsyth County commissioners broke ground on the new 1.25-acre Highland Avenue Park yesterday, Aug. 1. The property on the corner of Fifth Street and Highland Avenue is expected to open in early 2025 — stay tuned to find out what new amenities to expect.

Listen

Secure your seat at the Winston-Salem Symphony’s 2024-2025 concert season — single tickets are now on sale. You can get a BOGO deal on “Rhapsody in Blue” performances Sept. 21-22 with the code MERRILL24 through Monday, Aug. 5.

Olympics

NC native Evy Leibfarth will compete in the timed trials for kayak cross today, Aug. 2 at 10:40 a.m. The final event comes two days after the Davidson College student won bronze in the canoe slalom. Get the latest on from WFMY’s coverage and watch Team USA on Peacock.

History

Register to learn more about the former Summit Street Pharmacy building — where The Remedy Cafe and Bar is now — on Thursday, Aug. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. “Tap into Preservation” costs $20 for members and $30 for non-members.

Health

A serious ankle injury couldn’t stop this young gymnast — and when she needed quick attention, Novant Health’s walk-in care was there to help her get back on her feet.*

Correction

Looks like we were too hyped to party today, Aug. 3. Salem Band’s “Disco & Dance” performance will take place Tuesday, Aug. 6 at Salem Square. You can attend the pre-concert at 6:45 p.m.

Sports

Sip, sip, hooray for Team USA

Where to cheer on Team USA and watch Olympic events in Winston-Salem

There’s plenty of excitement from Paris to Patterson Avenue. | Photo, left, by Shea Stapley and photo, right, courtesy of @almawsnc

Nothing beats watching Team USA win gold, silver, and bronze except cheering them on with friends. Here’s where you can sip on something patriotic and cheer on athletes with Triad ties in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Fiddlin’ Fish Brewing Company, 772 Trade St. NW
Sip on a craft beer and watch the competition on all the big screen TVs.

Alma, 492 Patterson Ave.
The Games will be on TV while you enjoy your usual Tex-Mex fare with a Team USA jello shot or a glass of the Gold Medal (or ask for some shimmer to be added to your mocktail).

East of Texas, 907 S. Broad St.
Tex-Mex barbecue meets Paris sophistication with a cocktail like the spicy Ring of Fire or a classic French 75. Grab a table with a good view of the TV.

Can’t make it out to keep up with the action? Stay updated with WFMY’s coverage.

Asked

How would you describe your viewing habits of the Olympics?

A. I watch every chance I get
B. I only tune in to events I want to see
C. I watch the Games when there’s nothing else on
D. I don’t turn it on

On your mark, get set, go

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The Wrap

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From the editor

August is National Dog Month. The Katharine Brasserie and Bar is hosting “Yappy Hours” on their patio every Tuesday starting at 5 p.m. through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2. You can bring your pup and enjoy afternoon sips and snacks. A portion of what you purchase will be donated to Forsyth Humane Society.

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