Fields of Fortune: North Carolina’s Legacy in Leaf and Labor
Tobacco has played a significant role in shaping North Carolinas cultural, economic, and social identity, even before the states official establishment. Early depictions of Native American communities along the coast at the end of the 16th century show cultivation and use of the plant. During the 19th century, tobacco became a cornerstone of the plantation economy, generating immense wealth for select families. In the 20th century, the rise of mass production and commercialization, along with an expanding labor force dedicated to its cultivation and processing, further embedded tobacco in North Carolinas way of life. Marketing campaigns and iconic imagery tied to tobacco are deeply woven into the states historical narrative. This exhibit showcases images, artifacts, and records from Special Collections & Archives, spanning from the sixteenth century to the modern era. It also features contributions from North Carolina artists and photographers, including Daisha Bunn and Erin Kye and their families, as well as works by photographer Dan Routh.
Forte Virtual Executive and Professional MBA Forum
The Wake Forest MBA program has an Executive & Professional MBA partnership with the Forte Foundation, which provides resources and professional development to women interested in business education and/or pursuing an MBA program. Forte is offering a Virtual Executive and Professional MBA Forum on Tuesday, March 18. The Wake MBA program will be present at this event and invite you to register. Forte MBA Forums are designed to empower women to expand their network and advance thier career. This free online event will equip you with information about the MBA's value and business schools across the globe. The best part? Join us from anywhere - no travel or business suit required! Register here.
The Future of Environmental Protection: An Evening with Gina McCarthy & Janet McCabe
Join former National Climate Advisor and former EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy for a public address, followed by a moderated discussion with former EPA Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe. A reception will be held before the event, starting at 6pm.
