Former Wingate defensive lineman finding his opportunity at D-1 Georgia Southern

By: Michael Wayne O'Neill Sports Editor STATESBORO, Ga. – Justin Rhodes emerged from watching football on television to a “hard-nosed” college football player when he got a scholarship offer from Wingate University football coach Joe Reich. Rhodes, a Durham, N.C. native, was hooked on football because of his father, Lester Rhodes. The two would goContinue reading "Former Wingate defensive lineman finding his opportunity at D-1 Georgia Southern"

EXAM DAZE: Top 5 study spots at Wingate

Brianna WestonStaff Writer One of the main struggles at exam time is figuring out the best spot to study. Luckily, there are a handful of good locations on the Wingate University campus to do that... According to ezlivinginteriors.com, a designated study space can help sharpen the mind and improve concentration. The first step is exploringContinue reading "EXAM DAZE: Top 5 study spots at Wingate"

All-SAC Receiver Trevor Grant Returning to Pursue Master’s and National Title at Wingate

Sports Editor: Michael O'Neill WINGATE – Wingate University football senior Trevor Grant has been a jack of all trades as long as he can remember. The former Cuthbertson High football standout is about to embark on a new journey in Wingate’s Masters of Accounting program when he graduates with his bachelor’s degree in accounting andContinue reading "All-SAC Receiver Trevor Grant Returning to Pursue Master’s and National Title at Wingate"

P.A. department’s URiM Mentorship Program gaining momentum

Brianna WestonStaff Writer Ethnic minorities in this country have historically had a hard time accessing quality healthcare and receiving good patient-provider communication. According to americanbar.com, racial and ethnic minorities receive lower-quality health care than white Americans. Unfortunately, little headway has been made on this issue despite the need. Dr. Lavette Shirley Elee, a board-certified physicianContinue reading "P.A. department’s URiM Mentorship Program gaining momentum"

Pann Honoring Late Professor’s Legacy in Theatre’s Return to Austin Auditorium with ‘Junie B. Jones’

Features Editor: Savannah Phillips Professor Barbara Pann, interim chair of Wingate University’s Departmentof Communication, reminds one of the quirky and beloved children’s bookseries “Junie B. Jones.” Entering her office, you find Pann in her rolly chair,bare feet arched like a child’s when they lean over a desk at school. She ushers a visitor to sitContinue reading "Pann Honoring Late Professor’s Legacy in Theatre’s Return to Austin Auditorium with ‘Junie B. Jones’"

Troublesome North Main Train Crossing Expected to be Fixed in Next 12-18 Months

Staff Writer: Maleah Funderburk The low-clearance train crossing at North Main Street that has producedtwo major accidents and significant power outages at Wingate Universitythis semester will be fixed within the next 12-18 months after a recentspecial meeting of the Wingate Board of Commissioners produced anagreement between the town and the North Carolina Department ofTransportation. NCDOTContinue reading "Troublesome North Main Train Crossing Expected to be Fixed in Next 12-18 Months"

Wingate Model United Nations Club Fares Well at Southern Regional Conference

Staff Writer: Laura Navarrete Wingate’s Model United Nations team represented the university at theSouthern Regional Model United Nations (SRMUN) Conference at theHilton University Place Hotel in Charlotte March 23-25. Studentsrepresenting Argentina, Ethiopia and Pakistan participated in multiplecategories in their committees. The theme for the conference was “Reimagining Peace, Reclaiming HumanRights and Restoring International Law.” WingateContinue reading "Wingate Model United Nations Club Fares Well at Southern Regional Conference"

Offensive Turnaround of 2022 Team Another in Long List of Accomplishments for Wingate Football OC Mike Long

Staff Writer: Samuel Rodriguez After the Wingate football team’s 17-10 upset loss at home to Emory &Henry in the fourth week of the 2022 season, the lack of execution onoffense was troubling the Bulldogs’ longtime offensive coordinator, MikeLong. There were too many three-and-outs for a team with a highlyexperienced starting quarterback and as many weaponsContinue reading "Offensive Turnaround of 2022 Team Another in Long List of Accomplishments for Wingate Football OC Mike Long"

Is the Legend of the Wingate Seal Really True? 

Staff Writer: Brianna Weston There’s one rule: NEVER step on the seal at Wingate University, if you plan to graduate on time. But if you do, be prepared to graduate late or don’t graduate at all. You may wonder, is this superstition real? In recent years, navigators warn future Wingate students to avoid the sealContinue reading "Is the Legend of the Wingate Seal Really True? "