Carpenter Library and Medical Archives

05/28/2026

Carpenter Library has something new! Our back quiet study room now houses a sneak peak of our forthcoming sensory space in the library. A sensory space is a neuroinclusive space where anyone can take a break and relax with sensory activities like coloring or chair yoga.

We want everyone to feel comfy at the library. Stop by the desk for other sensory items like blankets, headphones, or directions to the sensory space :)

05/22/2026

This is a neat idea!
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Philanthropy

Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Wake Forest University School of Professional Studies, and Carolinas College of Health Sciences alumni in Charlotte—join us for an evening of connection on June 16 at 5:30 PM.

Reconnect with fellow graduates and expand your network at a gathering featuring leaders from all three institutions. Enjoy great food and drinks while exploring the innovative Howard R. Levine Center for Education at The Pearl, a dynamic space shaping the future of medical and professional education.

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate our shared community and see what’s ahead. RSVP by email to [email protected].

05/20/2026

Welcome!

Wake Forest University School of Medicine

05/15/2026

Staff member Dianne is researching the history of medicine in Charlotte for digital exhibits in the Medical Education Building on WFUSM's Charlotte campus. With help from staff member Al who created a spreadsheet after online research, she has been able to dig deep into boxes and folders in the UNC Charlotte J. Murrey Atkins Library and Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Library special collections.

05/14/2026

Coming soon! Carpenter Library will be offering more library services at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Charlotte campus. Expect to see anatomical models, books, and more info on library services and resources available to our students.

05/12/2026

A closer look at the library's newest historical display - when remodeling was happening in the Hanes building, we were alerted to the presence of an early 20th century egg incubator left behind in one of the labs. We gave it a new home in the library - come check out this beautiful piece of antique lab equipment and learn more about its history! The Petersime Model #1 is the world's first electric egg incubator.

05/11/2026

Our archivist Dianne Johnson hosted MD alumni during their reunion on Saturday May 2 at the school's historical exhibit, Deacon Gallery. The gallery was stop number one on a self-guided tour of the Bowman Gray Center for Medical Education building on the school's Innovation Quarter campus. Current medical student volunteers shared information about the anatomy, ultrasound and other labs as well as the Student Resource Center. The morning concluded with a talk from Dean Boulware and lunch outside in the courtyard. Wake Forest University School of Medicine

05/08/2026

Happy History Friday!

Recently, Dr. Arjun Chatterjee made an amazing donation to the Medical Archives. We received the papers of the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Alpha Omega Alpha chapter, dating from the chapter's formation in 1938 to 1982. AOA is a national medical honor society, which our students are still involved with to this day. Thank you Dr. Chatterjee for your generous donation!!

05/07/2026

We're all smiles at Carpenter Library about our new glass whiteboard in the Purple study room! Thanks to staff member Jenny for always coming up with great ideas to keep our spaces looking fresh!

05/05/2026

Please join Coy C. Carpenter Library for our monthly lunch & learn gathering with the Research Support Team. Our librarians are ready and eager to discuss the research process with you, from literature searches to open access publishing and everything in between. Breakout rooms will be available for one-on-one consultations as well.

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