AWFUBA Events
Friday – Sunday | October 24 – 26, 2025
Join the Association of Wake Forest University Black Alumni (AWFUBA) for a variety of events throughout Homecoming weekend
5th Annual AWFUBA/AAS Homecoming Lecture with Dr. Dana A. Williams
Tuesday, October 21 | 5:00 – 6:00 P.M.
ZSR Library Auditorium
The Association for Wake Forest University Black Alumni (AWFUBA) and the Program in African American Studies invite the public to attend the 2025 AWFUBA/AAS Annual Homecoming Lecture featuring Dana A. Williams, author of Toni at Random: The Iconic Writer’s Legendary Editorship – an NPR Spring Pick.
Reception and book signing to follow.
Celebration of the Black Experience
Friday, October 24 | 8 – 11:30 P.M.
Farrell Hall
This event celebrates the legacy of Black alumni and the Intercultural Center. It provides an opportunity for alumni and students to connect and network. Semi-formal dress. Admission is free for alumni, students, faculty, and staff.
Hopkins Hall Dedication
Saturday, October 25 | 9:30 – 11:00 A.M.
Hopkins Residence Hall
Hopkins Residence Hall, formerly known as South, was re-christened in 2025 in honor of one of Wake Forest’s most distinguished, trailblazing families, the husband and wife team of Dr. Larry Hopkins (’72, MD ’77) and Beth Hopkins (’73). Join us to celebrate this remarkable family.
Football Game: WFU v. SMU
Saturday, October 25 | 12:00 P.M.
Allegacy Stadium
Purchase your football game tickets in the AWFUBA block using the link below!
Black Alumni Gym Jam
Saturday, October 25 | 10 – 11:59 P.M.
Zick’s
Drop by Saturday evening for a casual gathering at Zick’s. We have reserved the downstairs and there will be a cash bar and snacks available for purchase.