Staff
Meet the Wake Forest Scholars Office Team
The Wake Forest Scholars Office is home to two dynamic programs: Wake Forest Scholars and First in the Forest. Our dedicated team is committed to guiding students through prestigious scholarship and fellowship opportunities, providing mentorship, and fostering academic excellence. Our staff is here to help you navigate your journey and achieve your goals. Get to know the people who make these programs thrive!
Morgan Alexander-Coster
Assistant Director of the Wake Forest Scholars Program
Acacia Fike-Nelson
Scholars Program Specialist
Nate French
Executive Director of First in the Forest, Director of the Magnolia Scholars Program
Associate Teaching Professor of Communication
Cesar Grisales
Assistant Director of First Generation Success Programs
Dennise López
First in the Forest Advisor
Dogwood Scholars Advisor
Matthew Ricigliano
First in the Forest Advisor
SEEDS Scholars Advisor
Jackie Sheridan
Director of the Wake Forest Scholars Program
Carol Torres
Assistant Director of First in the Forest
Maple Scholars Advisor