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5 Tips For Incoming WFU Freshmen!

By now you should have all of your belongings packed up and in the car heading to your new home, Wake Forest University. Congratulations Class of 2018, you've finally made it to college!

A brand new adventure full of excitement and learning lies ahead, but going off to college for the first time can be one of the most terrifying experiences of your life. You may be moving to an entirely new place with a lot of unfamiliar faces while learning to live completely on your own.

Don't know where to go for advice on that first year at school? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are some tips we've compiled to ensure that you milk your freshman year for all it's worth!

1. Make as many friends as possible
You will find that you will meet all kinds of people in college. The friends that go eat frozen yogurt with you at midnight. The friends that really aren't your friends after all. The friends that will be with you throughout your four years in college and even after post-grad. This is probably the most important piece of advice for your college years. Make friends! Oh, PS, it will also build your network when job-hunting after graduation. 
2. Go to class and form a relationship with your professor
We repeat, GO TO CLASS. It may be tempting to skip when you've been out late the night before, but consistently going to class will keep you from getting behind on what the professor has been teaching. We know that the professor creates his notes straight from the textbook, but he may also add in his own personal flair as well. Sometimes perfect class attendance even earns you bonus points on those exams!
3. Join a club, join a sorority or join a sporting team
This goes back to tip #1. Sometimes it's difficult getting out there and making new friends. Joining something extracurricular will help bring you together with other people who have the same likenesses that you have. 
4. Learn the fight song and go to the sporting events

Don't be the freshman that is sitting on the bleachers while everyone else has stood up yelling the fight song. It's just embarrassing! Also, learn the clapping rhythm that goes along with it. Not a sports fan? Give it a try anyway, you will most likely have fun and begin living for game-days. 
5. 12pm is the WORST time to go to the Pit
We know there's no stopping hunger. And when 
you're sitting in class at 11:50am and your stomach is out-talking your professor there's only one thing on your mind - the Pit. But do yourself a favor, choose a better time than 12pm. Go at 11:30am or 1pm, because otherwise you'll just be standing in a never ending line. 

We hope these tips help you during your first year at WFU. Best wishes for a fantastic freshman year! 

Have tips of your own for incoming Wake Forest freshmen? Share them with us on our Facebook page! 

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Graylyn Welcomes 2013 Graylyn Scholar!

Graylyn welcomes its new Graylyn Scholar for the 2013 academic year, Paulomi Banerjee! Paulomi is a native of Cherry Hill, N.J., and attended Cherry Hill High East.

Begun in 1990, the Graylyn Scholarship is offered to one student each year and recognizes leadership and academic excellence, with funding provided by and in recognition of the Graylyn International Conference Center of Wake Forest University.

"I was very excited to be chosen for this scholarship," Paulomi said. "But when I realized there was only one person picked to be the Graylyn Scholar I was even more honored."

As a senior in high school, Paulomi served as class president. While it was difficult balancing both the duty of class president along with her academics, she said that she really enjoyed planning events including prom, school dances and homecoming. 

Paulomi's major is currently undecided, but she is leaning towards math and economics. She said she will also be getting into more clubs and extracurriculars as the year goes on but is enjoying her time just being a college freshman. 

Congratulations Paulomi, and welcome to the Graylyn family!

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A List of Our Fall Favorites in Winston-Salem

Fall is finally here and if you are visiting us at Graylyn we know you’ll want to take full advantage of this beautiful city in the Fall. There’s nothing like Winston-Salem in the Fall; from the changing leaves, to Moravian Fall festivals, to the smell of funnel cakes at the fair. We’ve compiled a list of must-do activities during this year’s Fall season. We hope you enjoy!

Black Walnut Festival - Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - A day of food, live music and family fun in the historic Town of Bethania, North Carolina at the 2012 Black Walnut Festival. Presented by the Town of Bethania, this year's celebration will be held on September 29th. For information visit www.historicbethania.org.

Dixie Classic Fair - Sept. 28-Oct. 7 - Funnel cakes, rides, farmers markets, and more! What better way to enjoy a fall night than at one of the best fairs in North Carolina. Celebrating its 130th year, the Dixie Classic Fair is the second largest fair in the state. For more information visit www.dcfair.com.

Old Salem Cobblestone Farmers Market - Every Saturday until Nov. 19, 9 a.m. - Market is features vegetables, fruits, meat, and other organic products. A gravel parking is available near the market area, and also the visiting area of Old Salem is also available. For more info, please visit www.oldsalem.org/farmersmarket.

Pumpkin Pick Hay Rides at Tanglewood Stables - Through the month of October, enjoy fall foliage and pumpkin picking! A tractor-driven hay ride will take you to and from the pumpkin patch where you can pick out the perfect pumpkin for Fall. The hay ride typically lasts 45 minutes to an hour. For more information visit www.tanglewoodstables.com.

Wake Forest Football - What is Fall without football? Wake Forest football is one of the biggest attractions in Winston-Salem. The Demon Deacons still have several home games this season, so be sure to check out their 2012 schedule. And if you’re looking for a great place to eat after the game, be sure to check out the Game Day menu in the Grille Room at Graylyn.

Harvest Day at Old Salem Museums & Gardens - Oct. 20, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. -  Old Salem takes a day to celebrate two classic German food favorites:  pork and apples.  Enjoy crisp fall weather and tour the historic town of Salem. Participate in historic demonstrations and hands-on activities for the whole family. For more information visit www.oldsalem.org.

Legends and Lanterns Halloween Tours at Old Salem - Oct. 26 - Are you afraid of the dark? Come find out by joining a Legends & Lanterns walking tour at Old Salem if you dare! Visit several haunting stops in the historic district where you will hear tales of a local ghostly legends, or interact with a person from the past. Call 1-800-441-5305 for pre-registration.

Tanglewood Festival of Lights - Every night beginning Nov. 17 - Tanglewood Festival of Lights, located in Clemmons, continues to be one of the largest and most spectacular light shows in the Southeast. From storybook scenes to holiday themes, over 100 displays and over a million lights fill Tanglewood Park with the splendor and joy of the holiday season. Visit the Tanglewood website for more information.


Thanksgiving Brunch at Graylyn - Nov. 22 - An extravagant brunch served in one of the most charming estates in North Carolina, Graylyn's Thanksgiving brunch is a nice way to enjoy the holiday without having to prepare at home. Graylyn's team of culinary experts have taken a creative approach to preparing this Thanksgiving feast for the whole family. Visit us at www.graylyn.com for more information.

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Grille Room Adds Game Day Menu

Summer is winding down and the sight of fall is near, bringing with it new and returning Wake Forest students, Demon Deacon football, tailgating, and here at Graylyn, we are just as excited about it as you are.
September 1st marks the Demon Deacon’s season home opener against Liberty University, and what better way to end a great day of football than winding down and enjoying a delicious post-game meal at Graylyn. We recently opened up our Grille Room on game days from 9pm to 1am so that those loyal Deacon fans can get quality dining even late at night. Graylyn’s talented chefs have created a Game Day menu featuring fan favorites like burgers, buffalo wings, and salads that are sure to satisfy. The Grille Room is located on the bottom floor of the manor house and provides the ultimate atmosphere. Whether you’re there to eat, mingle with friends, or watch a game on the TV, the Grille Room is a homey place to kick back and relax. . So be sure to check out the 2012 Deacon football schedule and make your plans to come visit us at Graylyn. We look forward to seeing you...GO DEACS!

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