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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…

Winthrop Women’s Softball preview

The Johnsonian

After ending the 2022 season with 18 wins and 37 losses, the Winthrop softball team is ready to show their fans the outcome of their hard work over the past…

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…

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…

Martin Roth: Presidential Candidate

Christian Smith

Martin Roth’s business background and focus on revenue may inspire those who are worried about Winthrop’s shrinking budget, however, it has made some students feel he only values them for…

Eagle of the Week: D’Essence Burnett

Sam Hyatt

D’Essence Burnett, a junior biology major and Spanish minor, remains busy as she competes in both soccer as a forward or striker and track and field as a long sprinter…

Winthrop Athletics attendance policy

Sam Hyatt

In anticipation of Winthrop students, fans, and athletes gathering for basketball games at Winthrop Coliseum, the Winthrop athletic department released an updated COVID-19 policy. The 2021-2022 Winthrop Athletic Attendance…

Kelley Kish named Interim Athletic Director

Matthew Shealy

Winthrop University announced Kelley Kish will serve as Interim Athletic Director following the resignation of Hank Harrawood, who had been the interim since August. Kish was hired in February…

Eagle Of The Week: Aisha Weixlmann

Jada Strong

Aisha Weixlmann is a sophomore this year at Winthrop University. She’s a Sociology major and a pitcher on Winthrop’s softball team. Weixlmann has been playing softball since the age of…

Athletics director and other Winthrop officials respond to alleged mishandling of sexual assault investigations

Evan Santiago

Editor's note: This article was updated on Saturday, April 3 to reflect more information on a student-athlete town hall. Winthrop officials are offering their response after allegations that sexual misconduct…