Winthrop as a safe space
Coming from the southern tourist town of Myrtle Beach, I did not have the highest expectations for friendliness towards the LGBTQ+ community when I started college. I expected to be…
Pros and cons of going greek
Greek life varies from campus to campus. Everyone who joins a chapter has their own experience. Just because your best friend joined a sorority doesn’t mean that you’ll love the…
Making the most of where you stay
Traditional Style: As a freshman, I lived in Wofford: one of the all-girls, traditional style dorms. At first, I was disappointed. I wanted to live in an apartment style dorm…
Not today, not anymore
Is drinking alcohol at a party going to hinder my academic success? Not anymore. Is this required program where students learn about alcohol, drugs and sexual assault really being seen…
To watch or not to watch
A wide array of works is almost always on display at Winthrop University. This fall will bring some great performances from the theatre department, but a special performance will also…
Beginner’s guide to Rock Hill
Food El Cancun The most authentic and delicious Mexican food you’ll find this side of the border. With it being just a short drive away from campus, it’ll soon become…
Step right up…
To kick off Welcome Week, DSU (metaphorically) pitched a big top tent over Byrnes Auditorium and welcomed the performers of the Imagine Circus. Those in attendance were treated to a…
Winthrop Strength gains a fuel station
This summer, Winthrop Strength created a fuel station inside the weight room for student athletes to take advantage of this year. This fuel station consists of protein shakes, protein bars,…
Eagle of the Week: Emily Wunder
New York freshman native, Emily Wunder, is a 6’3 outside player, for the Winthrop women’s volleyball team. Wunder attended a small school called Penn Yan Academy, in upstate NY. She…
Men’s soccer recruits nine newcomers for the upcoming season
Winthrop head men's soccer coach Daniel Ridenhour has nine incoming Eagles in their 2018 recruiting class. These incoming players include: Davis Bryan, Andres Carvajal, Chandler Gaunce, Carter Jefferies, Jayden Mace,…