Marley Bassett, Author at My TJ Now

African-American Studies program reflects on their storied history

Marley Bassett

Thirty years ago, a program was established that has now become an integral part of the academic offerings at Winthrop University. The African-American Studies minor encompasses both the Black experience…

Police Blotter

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Editor’s Note: At the time of this writing, the daily crime logs have not been updated since February 1. Professor requests escort service WUPO responded to a request from a…

Two bills proposed to ban critical race theory in SC Legislature

Marley Bassett

Amid the backdrop of similar education bills being proposed across the United States, both the South Carolina House and Senate have proposed bills to ban the instruction of critical race…

Police Blotter – Feb. 1st

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Suspicious vehicle at Winthrop Lake An officer observed a suspicious vehicle on Winthrop Lake Drive after hours. The officer informed the subject that it was after hours and the subject…

Winthrop University names new Vice President of University Advancement

Marley Bassett

On Dec. 13 2022, Winthrop University released a press statement announcing that Kevin Hughes had been selected to fulfill the role of Vice President of University Advancement. Hughes officially joined…

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When is it enough? A journalist’s opinion on reporting in 2022

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As a college journalist and the soon-to-be editor-in-chief of The Johnsonian during its centennial year, one question has often entered my mind: when is journalism enough? As journalists, we are…

This week in American politics

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On Aug. 24, President Joe Biden passed an initiative that would allow up to 10,000 dollars of student debt to be canceled for those making under 125,000 dollars a year.…

Students for Accountability and Action chartering gets postponed after meeting with the Council of Student Leaders

Marley Bassett

The Council of Student Leaders (CSL) held a meeting earlier this month where they reviewed the charter application for the newly formed advocacy group, Students for Accountability and Action (SAA).…

This week in American politics

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President Joe Biden announced his plans for reforming current policy on marijuana with three steps on Oct 6. Biden announced a federal pardon for all those currently serving in prison…

SC Senate fails to pass a “near-total ban” on abortion

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The South Carolina senate recently failed to pass a near total ban on abortions without exceptions for rape and incest. The only exceptions left were fatal fetal anomalies and severe…