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Byrnes Auditorium shutdown has a tentative end date

Jada Strong

In August of 2018, Byrnes was shut down due to a rooftop fire during construction. Since then, reconstruction has halted and resumed and is currently making new accommodations to allow…

Alumni Spotlight: Kristen Thoennes ‘08 was a part of the WU crew

Sam Hyatt

Kristen Thoennes, an alumni from the class of 2008, was active in groups on campus and spent time attending various events on campus. Thoennes was active in an on-campus club…

Exciting changes at Winthrop

Autumn Hawkins

There are a number of exciting changes happening on campus this semester, as well as further in the future -- construction, landscaping, repairs and upgrades are happening all over campus.…

DSU Lunar New Year event gives students a chance to learn more about Asian culture

Jada Strong

On Saturday, Jan. 21st, DSU held a cultural event in Richardson Ballroom to teach students about the Lunar New Year and to let them experience some traditions that included a…

Professor Jason Tselentis hosts Batman-themed cultural event

Zoe Jenkins

Before DC Comics emerged as a superhero powerhouse in film, one hero stood out significantly in various forms of media. Although DC Comics has had several other noteworthy characters such…

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…

Men and women’s basketball teams advance in the season during winter break

Sam Hyatt

During Winthrop University’s winter break, the men’s and women’s basketball teams spent their time moving forward in their respective seasons. From Dec. 10, 2022 to Jan. 11, 2023, the men’s…

Artists unveil their work at Dalton Gallery reception

Jada Strong

On Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, the Center for the Arts, an art gallery here in York County, held a reception unveiling their annual Dalton Gallery, which presents art created by…

Spring into celebrating!

Autumn Hawkins

Many interesting and exciting events are coming to the York County and Winthrop University communities this year–including plays, concerts, and festivals–just in time for the warmer weather. Rock Hill is…

Alumni Spotlight – Jan Wise

Sam Hyatt

Jan Wise, an alumni who attended Winthrop from 1973 to 1977, spent her time being active in various areas of campus and making memories with her friends, partially while Winthrop…