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Winthrop Bridge Program introduces Meta-Majors

Mari Pressley

Winthrop has expanded its collaboration with York Technical College with the introduction of Meta-Majors for students in its bridge program. While Meta-Majors group individual majors under a broader academic…

Winthrop ranks on US News Best Colleges list

Mari Pressley

Winthrop retained its highest ranking among public universities in the South in U.S. News & World Report’s annual “Best Colleges” guidebook for the second year. Recognized in other categories…

Sept. 22

The Johnsonian

Cultural Event Speedrun: September 22, 2021

Episode Description: Your hosts issue a challenge to this year's freshmen regarding Cultural Events. Also, some tips about work requests. Music: Lazy Aftermoon by | e s c p | https://escp-music.bandcamp.com…

Eagle of the week: Jana Owens

Matthew Shealy

One of two Winthrop Eagles honored for their performance at the Virginia University volleyball Tournament earlier this month, Jana Owens began playing volleyball when she was in third grade. …

Chick-fil-A employee tests positive for COVID-19

Mari Pressley

A Chick-fil-A employee tested positive for COVID-19. As of Sept. 2, the staple restaurant, located in Markley’s at the Center, has been closed to prevent a further spread. Dining Services…

Police Blotter 9/4

Sarah Hassler

On Sept. 4, Officer Carver and the R/O (Reporting Officer) were conducting patrol at the intersection of Cherry Road and Evergreen Lane in the city limits of Rock Hill. During…

Winthrop releases new school year budget

Marley Bassett

Winthrop University unveiled its 2021-2022 school year budget. The total budget amounts to $124.3 million and covers a variety of expenses, both required and not required for the school. The…

Ableist Assumptions: Winthrop’s Treatment of Disabled Students

Autumn Hawkins

The Winthrop University administration has been the target of quite a stir regarding its treatment of students with disabilities. During the summer, Winthrop often will limit access to elevators…

Winthrop students call attention to issues with disability services

Jada Strong

Diagnosed with Spastic Diplegia Cerebral Palsy when she was 18 months old, sophomore mass communication major Ainsley McCarthy took to Instagram on Sept. 5 to share an informative and heartfelt…