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Alumni Spotlight – Ashley Moore

Sam Hyatt

Ashley Moore, an alumna of the class of 2021, spent her time at Winthrop working towards her degree in education. Moore started her education at Winthrop University in 2017, majoring…

Alumnus Charles Yearta to become new Chief of Police

Chase Duncan

Charles Yearta, the newly appointed Chief of Police at Winthrop University Police Department (WUPD), has over 15 years of service and is eager to continue his efforts for the safety…

Artist Spotlight: September 15, 2021

This week, Winthrop student Julia Breitkreutz joins us to talk about her writing and does a brief reading of one of her pieces. Also, some tips on taking your trash…

Not Anymore: September 8, 2021

Trigger Warning: Discussions of sexual assault and rapeNow that Winthrop has updated its Campus Safety and Prevention Training, we bring on some outside opinions to discuss the new program.Music: Lazy Aftermoon by…

Winthrop Fauna Review: September 1, 2021

This week, we welcome a special guest star to help rank various animals across Winthrop's campus. Also, professional laundry advice. Music: Lazy Aftermoon by | e s c p |…

In Hyndsight: Expectations for Winthrop’s next President

Autumn Hawkins

Recently, Winthrop University has announced that the search for Winthrop’s next president has begun. In January 2020, George Hynd was selected as Winthrop’s interim president following the end of Dan…

Close Scholars Program Found Dies at 95

Mari Pressley

Winthrop Close Scholars Program Founder, Anne Springs Close has died at the age of 95. The philanthropist from Fort Mill founded the Anne Springs Close Greenway, a nature preserve in…

Winthrop menu ranks up with PETA

Dean of Students Office/Publications

Winthrop Dining Services recently received a high ranking from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. This semester has marked the return of new reusable to-go boxes and broader food…

What does it mean to be an Eagle?

Dean of Students Office/Publications

Democratic presidential hopefuls battle it out in Ohio

Matt Thrift

As the field begins to narrow, things are heating up between Democrats who have announced their bid for president in the 2020 election. Twelve democrats — Tulsi Gabbard, Bernie Sanders,…