Dr. Hatch shows several members of the Board of Trustees new space in Wake Downtown, a new Wake Forest campus housed within Winston-Salem’s Innovation Quarter.
President Hatch and campus leaders tour Wake Downtown, new Wake Forest space housed within Winston-Salem’s Innovation Quarter.
Dr. Hatch loves being around students and partaking in the energy of the University campus – from stealing the show at the President’s Ball to challenging students in a three-on-three basketball tournament to hosting office hours for students to engaging in good conversations over coffee.
President Hatch often spends time with students, engaging them in thoughtful conversation and rounds of coffee.
Longtime friends and colleagues, Mark Noll, Nathan Hatch and Grant Wacker, share a laugh during the 25th anniversary symposium of Hatch’s book. Mark Noll is the Francis A. McAnaney Professor Emeritus of History at Notre Dame and Grant Wacker is the Gilbert T. Rowe Professor Emeritus of Christian History at Duke Divinity School.
Always a scholar, President Hatch shares a laugh with his longtime friends and colleagues, retired professors Mark Noll (l) and Grant Wacker (r).
Dr. Hatch and Julie join the students in cheering on the Demon Deacons.
Avid fans of the Wake Forest, President and Mrs. Hatch join students in cheering on the Demon Deacons.
Dr. Hatch and Julie pose for a photo with their youngest grandchild, Grace.
President and Mrs. Hatch pose for a photo with their granddaughter, Grace.

Dr. Nathan O. Hatch

On July 1, 2005, Wake Forest welcomed its 13th president, Dr. Nathan O. Hatch. Dr. Hatch has spent his entire career in higher education – first as a professor and scholar, intriguing the minds of young thinkers; next as an administrator, learning and cherishing the value of teamwork; and now, as the president, providing steadfast vision to strengthening the community of Wake Forest.

“I am convinced that Wake Forest can claim a very special – even extraordinary – place in American higher education,” Dr. Hatch says. “I have learned in my time here that Wake Forest is a deeply personal place, dedicated to community and face-to-face interaction. We help students connect who they are with what they do, helping them to find meaning and purpose in their lives and work.”

Wake Forest President Nathan O. Hatch outside his office in Reynolda Hall

Dr. Nathan O. Hatch became Wake Forest’s 13th president on July 1, 2005. His presidency has been marked by a commitment to educating the whole person, developing leaders of character and honoring the mission of Pro Humanitate.

NBA basketball player Chris Paul visits Wake Forest, which he attended for two years, to talk about leadership as part of the Leadership Project with President Nathan O. Hatch, in Wait Chapel on Wednesday, September 13, 2017.

Memorable Moments

Since July 1, 2005, President Hatch has led and guided the community of Wake Forest University. That time has been marked by visionary leadership, a desire to strengthen the collegiate university, a commitment to educating the whole person, and a drive to continue to achieve excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.

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President’s Speeches & Remarks

From the State of the University address to regular communication with students and the community, President Hatch offers his thoughts on a variety of topics. Read the latest speeches and writings from President Hatch.

The 2018-19 Wake Forest Fellows pose for a group portrait outside Reynolda Hall on Wednesday, May 2, 2018.

Wake Forest Fellows

The Wake Forest Fellows Program was created to provide recent graduates a chance to work in higher administration in a year-long position as full-time staff members of the university.

Wake Forest hosts a reception for new parents with President Nathan O. Hatch and hid wife, Julie, in the new Farrell Hall.

President’s Aides

President’s Aides are student leaders who serve as representatives of Wake Forest University and the student body, and participate in a variety of University events throughout the academic year.