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Lead the way, Deacs!

A valuable part of the student experience is access to pathways that foster leadership and employment opportunities, promoting personal and professional growth while building career experience and community engagement. Below are opportunities available to you as a student leader here at Wake!

Looking for ways to lead? We’ve got you covered!

Campus Life Advisory Council (CLAC)

The Campus Life Advisory Council (CLAC) serves as an advisory board to the Vice President for Campus Life, Dr. Shea Kidd Brown, and provides invaluable input and suggestions for enhancing campus life at Wake Forest University.

Gold & Black Chat

Join President Susan R. Wente and Vice President for Campus Life, Dr. Shea Kidd Brown, for pop-up events that provide a space to build meaningful connections between students and administrators. Share your student experience and learn about campus updates!

President’s Aides

Meeting regularly with President Wente, President’s Aides are student leaders who serve as representatives for WFU and the student body. Students participate in a variety of University events throughout the academic year, providing an additional communication link between students and the administration.

Resident Advisors

Considered a premier leadership position on campus, RAs partner with students to create a home at Wake Forest through creating programs and initiatives that enhance the student experience in The Forest.

Student Employment

Find ways to get plugged in with student employment opportunities across campus, including work-study opportunities.