News

04

Dec

Trump picks former World Wrestling Entertainment CEO for Education Secretary

Zachary Bell

What does Trump’s plan to cut the Department of Education mean for Winthrop students? President-elect Donald Trump selected Linda McMahon for Education Secretary. A vocal supporter of Trump, McMahon served…

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14

Nov

Donald Trump Elected as the 47th President of the United States in a Sweeping Victory

Zachary Bell

Students, faculty, and alumni react to the former President’s return to power. November 14, 2024 Donald Trump will be the 47th President of the United States. Trump has been re-elected…

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04

Nov

Election Season Spotlight: Local Candidates

Gabriela Griggs

October 31, 2024 Get some background in the local candidates running for office in York County. With the 2024 presidential election soon coming to a close, it can be easy…

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04

Nov

DSU Halts All Student Union Led Events Over Budgetary Concerns

Clark Vilardebo

October 31, 2024 DSU President, Ethel Sakyi, discusses the events that led up to the decision to pause all programing. Student unions play a large role in the college experience,…

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04

Nov

Planning Begins for The Renovation of Winthrop’s Ida Jane Dacus Library

Evi Houston

October 31, 2024 Dacus Library Dean Jackie McFadden speaks of her hopes for the library, along with the requests of student patrons, including new study spaces, a cafe and an…

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04

Nov

Election Season Profile: Winthrop’s College Democrats

Lanie Cauthen

October 31, 2024 College Democrats President and Vice President offer advice for voters ahead of Election Day.   With the presidential election on the way, Winthrop’s College Democrats gear up…

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31

Oct

South Carolina Performs First Execution in Over a Decade, with Five More Likely to Follow

Evi Houston

Following legal deliberations addressing expired lethal injection drugs and the legalization of a firing squad and electric chair, the state is prepared to administer capital punishment every five weeks if…

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31

Oct

Hurricane Helene Wreaks Havoc Across Winthrop’s Campus

Zachary Bell

October 17, 2024 While Winthrop recovers from Hurricane Helene, students question the university’s response to the emergency. Facilities Management Associate Vice President James Grigg offers his perspective. On Sept. 26,…

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31

Oct

Winthrop History Professor Eddie Lee Receives Prestigious Award from Governor Henry McMaster

Gabriela Griggs

October 1o, 2024 The Order of the Palmetto is the highest civilian honor achievable in the state of South Carolina. It is presented to South Carolinians in recognition of exceptional…

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