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Infrastructure issues plague Winthrop

Christian Smith

Throughout August and September, issues such as Wi-Fi connection problems in Phelps Hall and The Courtyard, the lack of hot water in Thomson, pipe leaks in The Courtyard and a…

Esports excels at HUE Invitational

Lily Fremed

The Winthrop Esports program traveled to Harrisburg, PA to compete in “the biggest tournament in collegiate esports,” the HUE (Harrisburg University Esports) Invitational, on Sept. 18-19. “It serves as…

Recap of the 2021 Emmys

Marley Bassett

Held in-person again for the first time in two years, the Emmys came back with a bang. Television’s biggest night was full of wins — some shocking and some expected. …

How ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ might end up like other adapted musicals

Gabriel Corbin

The hit Broadway musical “Dear Evan Hansen” will be released into theaters on Sept. 24. Fans of the musical will be excited to see Ben Platt reprise the role that…

My Ride offers free transportation for students

Jada Strong

Many students may not be aware of the benefits of the free, fixed-route bus system that runs through Winthrop’s campus, My Ride Rock Hill. If you reside on campus, there…

Biden proposes vaccine mandates

Sam Hyatt

After President Joe Biden’s announced new COVID-19 vaccine requirements, which will affect around 100 million Americans, United States citizens have become outraged at the president’s push for mandating vaccines. In…

Eagle of the Week: Valentina Mosquera

Jada Strong

As an international business major and a newcomer on the women’s soccer team, Valentina Mosquera, who goes by “Val,” is already off to a great start at Winthrop. So far,…

10 SC citizens charged in Capitol riot

Christian Smith

Ten South Carolina citizens, one of whom has pleaded guilty, have been charged by the FBI for their connection to the Jan. 6 storming of the Capitol. The…

Legends of the autumnal equinox

Emily Curry

The leaves have begun to turn, and the air has started to crisp; sure signs that fall is on the way. In fact, Sept. 22 is the autumnal equinox, the…

Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys runs for re-election

Garrett McCluggage

Incumbent Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys is running for re-election. He vows to revitalize the city. “I believe I have the experience and know-how to drive our community forward,” Gettys…