WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Thanks to the incredible leadership of loyal supporters, including a lead gift from Carl and Linda Tucker and their family, Wake Forest University will dedicate its new excellence center in their names on Tuesday, Jan. 21 prior to the Demon Deacons men's basketball game against North Carolina inside Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center will be the new home for Wake Forest Student-Athlete Services and Student-Athlete Development providing one space to promote the personal and professional development of Demon Deacon student-athletes. The center will include academic tutor spaces, meeting areas for seminars and career networking events, gathering areas for students for group project work and study sessions. Additionally, the Rovere Room has been completely upgraded with new technology and an operable partition that will allow flexible sizing of event and meeting space. This project completes the 4th Quarter Drive in the Athletics quadrant of Wake Forest University's Reynolda Campus that includes the McCreary Football Complex, McCreary Football Field House, Sutton Sports Performance Center, Shah Basketball Complex, Dr. Caryl Guth Women's Basketball Clubhouse and Chris Paul Family Men's Basketball Clubhouse. The new Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center replaces the existing student-athlete services space that is located on the second floor of the Miller Center and was constructed in 2001. Private gifts totaling $4 million are completely funding this important enhancement. Specifically on the Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center, this world-class facility includes: Overall - Over 14,000 Square Footage of renovated space. The new excellence center is now a more functional and collaborative destination for the personal and professional growth of Wake Forest student-athletes. This renovated space is located on the 2nd floor of the Miller Center, which was originally constructed in 2001. The Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center is just steps away from Budd Gymnasium, Shah Basketball Complex, Kentner Stadium and the Sutton Sports Performance Center to maximize efficiency and convenience for all student-athletes. Improvements include additional academic tutor spaces, meeting areas for seminars and career networking events, gathering areas for students for group project work and study sessions. The Rovere Room is now upgraded with an operable partition that will allow flexible sizing of event and meeting space. Wake Forest Athletics partnered with Vannoy Construction as the contractor for the project and the architecture firm of Walter Robbs Architects, a Michael Graves Company, provided the design. Additionally, construction of this world-class academic services space provided tremendous Value to Winston-Salem as twenty seven different sub contractors/trades worked on this project and approximately one hundred fifteen jobs were created. With that, 24 of the 27 contractors that worked on this project are located within a 35 mile radius of Wake Forest's Reynolda campus. What They Are Saying President Susan R. Wente: "The Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center exemplifies Wake Forest's enduring commitment to academic excellence and personal growth. This transformative space will provide our student-athletes with the resources they need to thrive in the classroom, on the field, and in life beyond Wake Forest. We are deeply grateful to Carl and Linda Tucker for their vision and generosity in making this vital project a reality." Vice President & Director of Athletics John Currie: "The upcoming dedication of the Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center marks a historic milestone in Wake Forest's unwavering commitment to providing a World Class Student-Athlete Experience. This transformational space embodies our mission to empower Demon Deacons to excel academically, athletically, and personally. With that, this state-of-the-art facility is a testament to the incredible support of our University leadership, including President Susan R. Wente, and the tireless efforts of our facilities team, contractors, and athletics staff. Together, we are building an infrastructure that sets Wake Forest apart as a leader in intercollegiate athletics and student-athlete development. The Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center reflects the very best of our community—generosity, innovation, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence." Sr. Associate AD, Student-Athlete Services & Asst. to the Dean Jane Caldwell: "The new Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center is a decisive moment about the continued importance of academic support for Wake Forest student-athletes. By fostering collaboration, innovation, and focus, this facility provides our student-athletes with an environment tailored to their unique needs, time demands and academic aspirations. It's an honor to be part of a program that prioritizes both academic and athletic excellence." Sr. Associate AD, Student-Athlete Development & Administration Arin Dunn: "This facility embodies our commitment to the holistic development of Wake Forest student-athletes. With spaces designed for personal and professional growth, the Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center ensures our students are prepared for success far beyond their playing days. It's a privilege to work with such dedicated supporters who share our vision for empowering the next generation of leaders." Support Wake Forest AthleticsWake Forest Athletics is fully committed to ensuring we continue to provide a World Class Student-Athlete Experience while maintaining the highest standards of Integrity in Academics, Compliance, and Safety, as Wake's coaches, student-athletes, staff, alumni and generous supporters work tirelessly each day to Win Championships, as we offer the Best Fan Experience in North Carolina, and add tremendous Value to the University, Winston-Salem & Triad Community. With your continued support, Wake Forest is equipped to build upon our strong legacy and to lead by example as college athletics embarks on this transformative journey. To learn more or to join us in supporting Wake Forest Athletics' mission, please visit the Deacon Club website. Wake Forest Athletics is honored to be stewards of donor contributions, delivering a World Class Student-Athlete Experience that embodies what it means to be a Demon Deacon.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Thanks to the incredible leadership of loyal supporters, including a lead gift from Carl and Linda Tucker and their family, Wake Forest University will dedicate its new excellence center in their names on Tuesday, Jan. 21 prior to the Demon Deacons men’s basketball game against North Carolina inside Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial […]

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Thanks to the incredible leadership of loyal supporters, including a lead gift from Carl and Linda Tucker and their family, Wake Forest University will dedicate its new excellence center in their names on Tuesday, Jan. 21 prior to the Demon Deacons men’s basketball game against North Carolina inside Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

The Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center will be the new home for Wake Forest Student-Athlete Services and Student-Athlete Development providing one space to promote the personal and professional development of Demon Deacon student-athletes. The center will include academic tutor spaces, meeting areas for seminars and career networking events, gathering areas for students for group project work and study sessions. Additionally, the Rovere Room has been completely upgraded with new technology and an operable partition that will allow flexible sizing of event and meeting space.

This project completes the 4th Quarter Drive in the Athletics quadrant of Wake Forest University’s Reynolda Campus that includes the McCreary Football Complex, McCreary Football Field House, Sutton Sports Performance Center, Shah Basketball Complex, Dr. Caryl Guth Women’s Basketball Clubhouse and Chris Paul Family Men’s Basketball Clubhouse.

The new Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center replaces the existing student-athlete services space that is located on the second floor of the Miller Center and was constructed in 2001. Private gifts totaling $4 million are completely funding this important enhancement.

Specifically on the Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center, this world-class facility includes:

Overall – Over 14,000 Square Footage of renovated space.
- The new excellence center is now a more functional and collaborative destination for the personal and professional growth of Wake Forest student-athletes.
- This renovated space is located on the 2nd floor of the Miller Center, which was originally constructed in 2001.
The Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center is just steps away from Budd Gymnasium, Shah Basketball Complex, Kentner Stadium and the Sutton Sports Performance Center to maximize efficiency and convenience for all student-athletes.
Improvements include additional academic tutor spaces, meeting areas for seminars and career networking events, gathering areas for students for group project work and study sessions.
The Rovere Room is now upgraded with an operable partition that will allow flexible sizing of event and meeting space.

Wake Forest Athletics partnered with Vannoy Construction as the contractor for the project and the architecture firm of Walter Robbs Architects, a Michael Graves Company, provided the design.

Additionally, construction of this world-class academic services space provided tremendous Value to Winston-Salem as twenty seven different sub contractors/trades worked on this project and approximately one hundred fifteen jobs were created. With that, 24 of the 27 contractors that worked on this project are located within a 35 mile radius of Wake Forest’s Reynolda campus.

What They Are Saying

President Susan R. Wente:
- “The Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center exemplifies Wake Forest’s enduring commitment to academic excellence and personal growth. This transformative space will provide our student-athletes with the resources they need to thrive in the classroom, on the field, and in life beyond Wake Forest. We are deeply grateful to Carl and Linda Tucker for their vision and generosity in making this vital project a reality.”
Vice President & Director of Athletics John Currie:
- “The upcoming dedication of the Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center marks a historic milestone in Wake Forest’s unwavering commitment to providing a World Class Student-Athlete Experience. This transformational space embodies our mission to empower Demon Deacons to excel academically, athletically, and personally. With that, this state-of-the-art facility is a testament to the incredible support of our University leadership, including President Susan R. Wente, and the tireless efforts of our facilities team, contractors, and athletics staff. Together, we are building an infrastructure that sets Wake Forest apart as a leader in intercollegiate athletics and student-athlete development. The Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center reflects the very best of our community—generosity, innovation, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence.”
Sr. Associate AD, Student-Athlete Services & Asst. to the Dean Jane Caldwell:
- “The new Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center is a decisive moment about the continued importance of academic support for Wake Forest student-athletes. By fostering collaboration, innovation, and focus, this facility provides our student-athletes with an environment tailored to their unique needs, time demands and academic aspirations. It’s an honor to be part of a program that prioritizes both academic and athletic excellence.”
Sr. Associate AD, Student-Athlete Development & Administration Arin Dunn:
- “This facility embodies our commitment to the holistic development of Wake Forest student-athletes. With spaces designed for personal and professional growth, the Tucker Family Student-Athlete Excellence Center ensures our students are prepared for success far beyond their playing days. It’s a privilege to work with such dedicated supporters who share our vision for empowering the next generation of leaders.”

Support Wake Forest Athletics
Wake Forest Athletics is fully committed to ensuring we continue to provide a World Class Student-Athlete Experience while maintaining the highest standards of Integrity in Academics, Compliance, and Safety, as Wake’s coaches, student-athletes, staff, alumni and generous supporters work tirelessly each day to Win Championships, as we offer the Best Fan Experience in North Carolina, and add tremendous Value to the University, Winston-Salem & Triad Community.

With your continued support, Wake Forest is equipped to build upon our strong legacy and to lead by example as college athletics embarks on this transformative journey. To learn more or to join us in supporting Wake Forest Athletics’ mission, please visit the Deacon Club website. Wake Forest Athletics is honored to be stewards of donor contributions, delivering a World Class Student-Athlete Experience that embodies what it means to be a Demon Deacon.