Continuing Student Scholarship Application Workshop
Friday, September 5 | 2-3pm | Location: Greene Hall, Room 308
Join us for an interactive session designed to help you submit a competitive application for the Stamps and Mullen Carswell Scholarships!
We’ll cover:
- What makes a strong personal statement and short answer responses
- Tips for selecting and approaching recommenders
- Common application mistakes to avoid
Whether you’re just starting your application or putting the finishing touches on your essays, this session will give you the tools and confidence to submit your best work.
Who should attend: Current Wake Forest students who have completed at least one year of coursework
What to bring: Your questions and a notebook for taking notes
Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to get insider tips from the people who review these applications!
Friday, September 5 | 2-3pm | Location: Greene Hall, Room 308
Let us know you will be there! Please RSVP!
This workshop will not be recorded. If you are unable to attend, you can make a one-on-one appointment with Morgan Alexander-Coster at: calendly.com/alexanm-wfu
STEM Graduate School Application & Fellowship Workshop
Thursday, September 18 | 5-6:30pm | Kirby-Manchester, 102
Are you considering graduate school in STEM? Join us for a workshop designed to help you navigate the application process and explore funding opportunities. In addition to practical tips for building a strong application, you’ll gain insight into major fellowships and scholarships that support graduate study in STEM, and how to position yourself as a competitive candidate. Whether you’re just starting to explore graduate school or are in the midst of preparing your applications, this session will equip you with strategies and resources to confidently take your next steps.
Thursday, September 18, 5-6:30 pm
Kirby-Manchester Hall, 102
Please register so we know you are coming!
Presented by Dr. Steve Winter, Assistant Professor in Physics and Gale Family Faculty Fellow
Merit Scholars Ice Cream Social
Friday, September 19 | 1-3pm | Scales Fine Arts Center Breezeway
What’s better than starting the year with ice cream and new friends? Join your fellow Merit Scholars for our annual Ice Cream Social featuring treats from the beloved local spot, Cafe Gelato. Whether you’re meeting scholars for the first time or catching up with familiar faces, it’s going to be a sweet way to launch the new academic year!
Who: All Wake Forest Merit Scholars
Where: Scales Fine Arts Center Breezeway
(the open walkway between the upper and lower halves of Scales)
When: September 19 | 1:00-3:00 pm – come when you can
Please RSVP by September 16, 2025
Gelato Flavors:
TBD
Sorbet Flavor:
TBD
If you have any questions, please email us at wfscholars@wfu.edu!
URECA Day Walk Over with the Scholars Office!
Friday, September 26 | 2:45pm - to whenever | Meet in Tribble A5
Come support those presenting at URECA Day! Join us around 2:45pm to walk over from our office in time for the 3pm start.
Is an REU for You?
Wednesday, October 22 | 5pm | Room TBD
Is an REU* for You?
If you’re thinking about doing research next summer, this is the session for you! Find out about opportunities at Wake and at other campuses around the country, and learn from students who spent the summer researching about how to make the most of your experience.
What does REU stand for? Research Experience for Undergraduates!
Who: All Students interested in undergraduate research experiences
When: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5pm
Where: Room TBD
*REU stands for Research Experience for Undergraduates
Please RSVP by October 21 to ensure we have an accurate headcount.