Allegacy Center for Leadership & Character

Senior Steven Niepa Attends US Air Force Academy National Character and Leadership Symposium

Steven Niepa, a senior Business and Enterprise Management major at Wake Forest University, attended the 2023 US Air Force Academy National Character and Leadership Symposium. Learning how business and military leadership are closely entwined was an important takeaway for Steven. One highlight was the message from a keynote speaker, ‘Adopt a habit of keeping a … Continue reading Senior Steven Niepa Attends US Air Force Academy National Character and Leadership Symposium

SOUP*err Hero Lunch Benefits Forsyth Humane Society

In the spirit of Pro Humanitate, The Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character hosted a SOUP*err Hero lunch to benefit the Forsyth Humane Society. Faculty and staff donated their favorite crock pots of soup, stew, chowder, and chili “Fur” all who made donations, brought needed items, or supported the FHS in other ways. Highlights included … Continue reading SOUP*err Hero Lunch Benefits Forsyth Humane Society

Senior Gavin Mcdonough, Attends US Naval Academy Leadership Conference

Gavin Mcdonough, a Senior Finance major at Wake Forest University, attended the 2023 Naval Academy Leadership Conference Returning With Honor: Trials to Triumph. “It was a remarkable experience. In terms of personal growth, I learned how to develop as a leader and follower. One thing that stood out to me was … Leaders are doers. … Continue reading Senior Gavin Mcdonough, Attends US Naval Academy Leadership Conference

Senior Camille Dutto, Attends US Naval Academy Leadership Conference

Camille Dutto, a Business and Enterprise Management major at Wake Forest, attended the 2023 Naval Academy Leadership Conference Returning With Honor: Trials to Triumph. Camille was moved by the message of how the importance of resilience and grit, coupled with having a solid support system, can impact one’s leadership journey. Among her fondest memories were … Continue reading Senior Camille Dutto, Attends US Naval Academy Leadership Conference

School of Business Professors Among Most Influential Researchers Worldwide

Originally published February 24, 2023 – the Newsroom The research of professors Sean Hannah, Stacie Petter, and Julie Wayne have earned them the recognition of being named among the top 1 percent of the most impactful researchers worldwide, according to a recent Stanford University study. “The ultimate goal of any scientist ought to be to advance … Continue reading School of Business Professors Among Most Influential Researchers Worldwide

Sweeney, Hannah and Smith Develop Guide for Leading in Dangerous Situations

School of Business faculty Patrick Sweeney and Sean Hannah, alongside faculty member and contributor Chris Smith, have released a second edition of Leadership in Dangerous Situations – a comprehensive guide to help military, emergency, and first responders face the psychological, social, and physical challenges in leading in dangerous environments. Filled with research findings from recent … Continue reading Sweeney, Hannah and Smith Develop Guide for Leading in Dangerous Situations

Leading With a Loving Heart

Ryan Erbe Maj. Benjamin Elliott Originally published November 1, 2022 – Association of the United States Army Three years ago, the Army unveiled the first glimpse of its People First initiative. Central to Army Chief of Staff Gen. James McConville’s innovative strategy was interweaving the idea of care for soldiers with the foundational building block of … Continue reading Leading With a Loving Heart

Service Academies Leadership Conference Spring 2023

The Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character would like to congratulate the following undergraduate students for being nominated to represent Wake Forest University School of Business at the Service Academies Leadership Conference for Spring 2023. Alex Dicke and Steven Niepa will be attending the US Air Force Academy National Character and Leadership Symposium, Feb. 23-24, … Continue reading Service Academies Leadership Conference Spring 2023

Triplette Focused on Supporting Wake Forest’s Pro Humanitate Mission

Originally just a convenient way to earn some cash during the school year while also staying involved in sports, officiating became a major part of Jeff Triplette’s life, serving 22 years as an NFL referee and leading a company that helps assign officials to events all across the country. A 1973 Wake Forest graduate who … Continue reading Triplette Focused on Supporting Wake Forest’s Pro Humanitate Mission

RESEARCH BY JOHN SUMANTH FEATURED IN JOURNAL OF ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

Research conducted by John Sumanth, James Farr Fellow and Associate Professor of Management, has been published in the Journal of Organizational Behavior. His research is titled “Enhancing employees’ duty orientation and moral potency: Dual mechanisms linking ethical psychological climate to ethically focused proactive behaviors.”