Arts, Culture & Tech

What’s the deal with 5G?

Jeb Bartlett

Despite the unprecedented outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the continued global rollout of the 5G wireless network looks forward towards a brighter, faster and more connected tomorrow. By 2024 as…

Psychedelics: a treatment for mental disorders?

Shyanne Hamrick

Psychedelics have become a potential pharmacological development in the evolution of treatment for mental disorders. LSD, psilocybin and MDMA are just a few potential psychedelics which could replace or supplement…

Department of Theatre and Dance looks ahead

Laura Munson

Despite the arts community going dark due to COVID-19, the students and faculty of Winthrop’s department of theatre and dance are busy preparing for the 2020-21 season of performances. Next…

Can I let the dogs out?

Beneshia Wadlington

Because of the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic many countries are taking precautions and providing information to prevent the spread. However, information regarding how it can affect animals has not…

The curtain draws close for now

David Botzer

Due to the threat of COVID-19 and the impact the virus has on New York City, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo banned public gatherings of more than 500 people on…

Vaccine for COVID-19

Beneshia Wadlington

COVID-19 is caused by a coronavirus, which is a large family of viruses that are found in people and certain animal species. COVID-19 originated in Wuhan, China and is speculated…

In sickness and mental health

Savannah Scott

The coronavirus pandemic has caused many states, cities and counties to take precautionary measures which have caused a change of lifestyle for everyone across America. The rapid spread of COVID-19…

VCOM students collaborate on meaningful new mural

Laura Munson

A collaborative effort by several graphic design students, a new mural located in the McLaurin/Rutledge breezeway, urges students to vote in the upcoming election while celebrating another upcoming work of…

Artist Spotlight: Jammie Hyunh

David Botzer

One of Winthrop’s greatest exports is its artists, especially its female artists. In honor of Women’s History Month, I sat down with Jammie Hyunh to discuss her current accomplishments and…

Congratulations to Camm Wess

Laura Munson

The current season of NBC’s singing competition “The Voice” has a touch of garnet and gold, with Winthrop student and Columbia, SC native Camm Wess capturing the attention of coaches…