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The Courage to Bounce Back: Lessons in Leadership from the Mound

The story told in the locker room before taking the field against Loyola Marymount University on Saturday was one of perseverance. Head Coach Tom Walter spoke of student-athlete Will Ray, who arrived at Wake Forest from Pennsylvania without a guaranteed roster spot. Despite battling injuries and setbacks, Will persevered and even committed to a position … Continue reading The Courage to Bounce Back: Lessons in Leadership from the Mound

Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character Scholars Moderate Face to Face Conversation with Lt. Gen. McMaster

On Thursday, two Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character scholars, Matthew Littrell (MSA) and Sailor Troutman (MSM), acted as moderators during the Face to Face student conversation with Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster. After several preparation sessions where they learned best practices for a moderator and through extensive research, Matthew and Sailor facilitated a discussion with … Continue reading Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character Scholars Moderate Face to Face Conversation with Lt. Gen. McMaster

Foundations of Leadership Students Apply Lessons Learned to Unique Midterm Exam

On Wednesday, February 25th, more than sixty students in the Foundation of Leadership course participated in a unique learning experience as part of their midterm exam. The class, co-taught by Pat Sweeney, Professor of the Practice of Management and Executive Director of the Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character, and Kenny Herbst, Associate Professor or … Continue reading Foundations of Leadership Students Apply Lessons Learned to Unique Midterm Exam

Stephen Smulowitz’s recent research findings explained in The Conversation.

Stephen Smulowitz’s recent research findings explained in The Conversation. Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character’s Research Associate Stephen Smulowitz is sharing his findings in regards to the question, “Do women board members make a company more innovative or risk averse?” In a recent feature of The Conversation, Smulowitz explains that the answer is “both” – … Continue reading Stephen Smulowitz’s recent research findings explained in The Conversation.

“With Love, From the Forest” – ACLC Food Drive Served Community Members in Need

The Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character encouraged faculty, staff and students to open their hearts to community members in need this February. A food drive benefiting the Second Harvest Food Bank was held February 3rd – 12th. The “With Love, from the Forest” campaign offered the chance to give online and to donate non-perishable … Continue reading “With Love, From the Forest” – ACLC Food Drive Served Community Members in Need

“From the Field to the Boardroom: A Unified Playbook for Leadership” with Coach Dave Clawson

The Business School and Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character (ACLC) hosted more than 50 alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends in a virtual learning session with former football coach and ACLC Executive Affiliate, Dave Clawson, last week. The event, which was moderated by ACLC Executive Director Pat Sweeney, provided insight into Clawson’s decades-long leadership … Continue reading “From the Field to the Boardroom: A Unified Playbook for Leadership” with Coach Dave Clawson

“With Love, From the Forest” – ACLC Holds Food Drive

Did you know that 1 in 6 people in Northwest North Carolina is food insecure? Even more startling, 1 in 5 children lacks the food they need to thrive. As Valentine’s Day approaches, the ACLC is asking for your help to support our neighbors through our “With Love, From the Forest” campaign. Monetary and food donations collected will go a long way in … Continue reading “With Love, From the Forest” – ACLC Holds Food Drive

2025 – ACLC Wrapped

Click to see 2025 highlights from the Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character. 2025 ACLC Wrapped

ACLC Scholars Reflect on a Semester of Leadership Development

ACLC Scholars Reflect on a Semester of Leadership Development The six graduate students who are a part of the Allegacy Center of Leadership and Character’s Scholars program took the time just before break to reflect on their experiences. Since September, the cohort has engaged in a team-building kickoff at Graylyn Conference Center, self-character assessments, enrichment … Continue reading ACLC Scholars Reflect on a Semester of Leadership Development

The Spirit of Service: The ACLC and Business School Delivers Comfort and Supplies to Winston-Salem Families

The fall has been a time of service for the ACLC, faculty staff and students in the business school. Service began with the assembly of bed kits on the terrace, in partnership with A Bed and A Book—a local Winston-Salem organization that aims to provide all children with a soft place to dream. Undergrad students … Continue reading The Spirit of Service: The ACLC and Business School Delivers Comfort and Supplies to Winston-Salem Families