October 2017 - Page 2 of 8

New facility and Byrnes renovation on the way

Mahony announces upcoming projects for the “treasure” of Winthrop and a new facility University president Dan Mahony announced two upcoming changes at his State of the University Address on Oct.…

Winthrop insecure

Dean of Students Office/Publications

In this modern age we all need wifi to do most work or school assignments, so what is up with Winthrop wifi? As much as I hate sweeping generalizations, we…

Can you Digs it?

Dean of Students Office/Publications

The DiGiorgio Campus Center, informally known as “Digs”, is the place to go for a quick bite, cultural events, bookstore, coffee and recreational activities such as ping pong or billiards.…

What to watch

Staff Writer

The NFL’s viewership declines The National Football League is considered to be the highlight of any cable package. However, lately the NFL hasn’t been getting the viewership that it is…

To change the world

Staff Writer

I confess. When I was young, perhaps when I was at what is now called a “traditional age” to be a college student, I felt a desire, a need to…

Bye bye bunny

Dean of Students Office/Publications

The true legacy of Playboy creator, Hugh Hefner On Sept. 27, the world said goodbye to a legend of the charm industry. Hugh Hefner left behind him an empire that…

What’s in a name?

Dean of Students Office/Publications

Discussing the move to officially change the name of Columbus day to Indigenous Peoples’ Day Many students grow up knowing Oct. 9 as Columbus Day, and either look forward to…

Let the sun shine in

Dean of Students Office/Publications

The 50th anniversary of “Hair” brings hippies, tie-dye, and political protest to Winthrop In 1967, the summer of love and the hippie cultural movement captivated the United States, and 50 years…

Fashion week comes to the south

The Johnsonian

The southern display of fashion is casting up-and-coming designers and models Fashion Week is an exclusive event held in large international cities and attended by high-profile guests. These weeks serve…

Trouble on the court

Staff Writer

Adidas executives and NCAA coaches face charges for illegal bribery Athletic agents, runners, apparel companies, coaches, parents, and other businesses have long been partaking in recruiting scandals and bribery within…