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Eagle of the Week: Chris Clare

Lily Fremed

Raised in South Charlotte, newly-welcomed volunteer assistant coach Chris Clare has been playing baseball his whole life. “I went to school at Charlotte Catholic and realized I was…

What are COVID vaccine passports?

Taylor Sallenger

As businesses start opening more and restrictions start lessening for vaccinated individuals, more safety guidelines to ensure those who claim to be vaccinated are actually vaccinated must also come into…

Alumna Becca Toor: Clinical Care Specialist and Athlete

Lily Fremed

Originally from Englewood, Florida, volleyball player and 2012 Winthrop graduate Becca Toor has dedicated years of her time to further her education in order to help those in the medical…

Winthrop Coliseum set to receive new roof

Matthew Shealy

Plans are in motion to replace the Winthrop Coliseum roof next spring, funded through an allocation from the state for several roof projects on Winthrop’s campus. The cost to…

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 |…

Winthrop student and mother Monkia Wells granted ANSWER scholarship

Jada Strong

Winthrop student Monkia Wells, age 36 and mother of three, was one of two women at Winthrop that was awarded the ANSWER scholarship. The ANSWER scholarship and the ‘Mentors For…

Safe Zones Implemented on Campus to Support LGBTQ+ Students

Sam Hyatt

Faculty can now display a specific sticker in a visible spot to indicate a Safe Zone where students will not experience discrimination and can receive resources through a new program…

Eagle of the Week: Izzy Giarrizzi

Lily Fremed

After a summer filled with hiking, friends, Netflix and a vacation in Destin, Florida, sophomore Izzy Giarrizzi is ready to return to the soccer fields. As the new starting goalkeeper…

Winthrop’s Former Athletic Director Accepts New Position at Purdue

Matthew Shealy

After five years at the helm of Winthrop Athletics, former athletic director Dr. Ken Halpin has departed Rock Hill and will serve as deputy athletic director and chief operating officer…