Lyceum events cut by 60 percent, leaving students concerned

By: Michael Hodges Staff Writer Wingate students are taking notice of a significant change to theuniversity’s Lyceum program this semester, as the number of events beingoffered has dropped by more than 60 percent—from 101 last spring to just40 this fall. However, while the percentage of Lyceums has dropped dramatically, theamount required for graduation—24—is staying theContinue reading "Lyceum events cut by 60 percent, leaving students concerned"

Stegall Administration undergoes temporary location changes due to water damage

By: Michael Wayne O'Neill Sports Editor WINGATE – A temporary work location change in the Stegall Administration Building didn’t stop the executive offices, Bulldog Central, Business Office, Financial Planning, and Registrar from continuing to serve the student body at Wingate University.  The move happened due to water damage that occurred in the overnight hours ofContinue reading "Stegall Administration undergoes temporary location changes due to water damage"

Bill Nash continues to embrace his first love sport as director of Bulldog Club

By: Michael Wayne O’Neill Sports Editor WINGATE – From one tip of the baseball bat to the other, Bill Nash loves baseball and the beauty behind the game. Bill, assistant athletic director of the athletic foundation & Bulldog Club, found his way to the game through playing on little league teams. He also enjoyed watchingContinue reading "Bill Nash continues to embrace his first love sport as director of Bulldog Club"

Wingate’s Cristy inheriting family genes from soccer and nursing

By: Michael Wayne O'Neill Sports Editor Wingate — Saving lives and making everyone better is one of Nicole Cristy’s best qualities as a women’s soccer senior and a nursing student. Even at times when Nicole (5-foot-4) holds herself to high standards, her teammates and coaches feed off of her personality which contributes to the team’sContinue reading "Wingate’s Cristy inheriting family genes from soccer and nursing"

Soccer roundup: Women shut out Barton, men fall to 0-2

By: Michael Wayne O'Neill Sports Editor Wingate — The Wingate University women’s soccer team started the 2023 season strong with a 2-0 shutout win at Barton College Thursday in Wilson, N.C. The Bulldogs (1-0) scored one goal each in both halves from junior Sascha Larsen and senior Nicole Cristy. Wingate outshot Barton College 23-to-5 andContinue reading "Soccer roundup: Women shut out Barton, men fall to 0-2"

Wingate lax players charged in license-plate thefts

By: Hayleigh Chapman Staff Writer Three Wingate lacrosse players have been arrested and charged bylocal police in connection with a spree of license-plate thefts that occurredduring the first week of the fall semester. Sophomores Joseph Moran (19) and Jaxon Grant (18) and freshmanCarter Moon (18) were arrested on Aug. 19 after an investigation by theWingateContinue reading "Wingate lax players charged in license-plate thefts"

Former Marvin Ridge volleyball players eager to take Bulldogs to bigger heights on the court

By: Michael Wayne O'Neill Sports Editor WINGATE – Katie Jamerson and Maggie Young found themselves on the volleyball court at Marvin Ridge High School (Waxhaw, N.C.) and clicked instantly as best friends off the court. The two have known each other since their days on the Mavericks’ 2018 state championship team and their bond isContinue reading "Former Marvin Ridge volleyball players eager to take Bulldogs to bigger heights on the court"

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"