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South Carolina State Solicitor and Former Democrat David Pascoe joins the GOP

Evi Houston

Many believe the move was made to prepare for the attorney general race in 2026. South Carolina solicitor and longtime Democrat David Pascoe announced on April 10 that he will…

Winthrop For Rent? U.S. Representative Ralph Norman’s New Office Is in The Sellers House

Zachary Bell

Norman is currently a sitting politician as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and represents South Carolina’s 5th district – which includes Rock Hill In a first for…

Native Communities Negatively Effected by Trump Administration’s Recent Cuts to Federal Funding

Evi Houston

Tribal nations, including the Catawba Indian Nation, begin to feel the effects of recent eliminations of federal grants and layoffs, impacting areas such as food security and health services. As…

It’s Official: Byrnes Auditorium is Back in Business

Gabriela Griggs

Closed since 2018, Byrnes held its grand reopening concerts April 4-6 and April 9 – opening a new chapter in the auditorium’s rich history. After six years of repairs and…

Winthrop’s Model United Nations Program’s Strong Year Concludes with 49th Annual Winthrop University Model UN Conference

Clark Vilardebo

After winning big at the Southern Regional Model United Nations in Charlotte, Winthrop hosted high schools across the south from April 2-4. Winthrop is known for being a politically…

Winthrop Tuition Changes to Pure Credit Hour Pricing

Chase Duncan

University tuition will become more expensive if you’re taking more than 15 credit hours next semester Students enrolled in more than 15 academic credit hours will have to pay tuition…

Tom S. Gettys Center Lease Terminated by City of Rock Hill

Mia Molfetta

Tenants have been given until August 31, 2025 to vacate their spaces in the building. On March 10, Rock Hill City Council held a citizens hearing for the community…

Winthrop Prepares to Outsource Facilities Management

Kyan Feser

How the decision can affect staff and students as we wrap up the semester President Edward Serna plans to outsource Winthrop’s Facilities Management department, according to a press release sent…

University Unveils Four New Degree Programs, Three Concentrations for Fall 2025 Semester

Evi Houston

Additions to all four colleges reflect the growing technology industry and pressure on student career readiness and workforce integration. Winthrop University will introduce a variety of new degree programs and…