Dr. Ji-Ho Kim. (Picture by Tzu-Hsun Hsu). Staff Writer: Tzu-Hsun Hsu Dr. Ji-Ho Kim is a Sports Science professor at Wingate University and is from Busan, South Korea. Dr. Kim came to the United States in the summer of 2002 for the English as a Second Language (ESL) program at UC Berkeley. Dr. Kim playedContinue reading "Dr. Ji-Ho Kim’s Journey from South Korea in 2002"
The Rolling Stones Concert review
Staff Writer: Jacob Almond On Thursday, September 30, 2021, famed and historic rock band The Rolling Stones stopped in Charlotte, N.C. for their No Filter Tour. This was only their second concert since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. As thousands of people filled the stadium, there were hardly any seats left by the timeContinue reading "The Rolling Stones Concert review"
Gone, but Never Forgotten
Staff Writer: Garrett Elder Willie Nissan, aged 16, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 3. A tragic and lethal case of spontaneous combustion occurred in his bed late that evening. Around midnight of that fateful day, his bed suddenly began to smoke, then burst into flames. In just a few moments,Continue reading "Gone, but Never Forgotten"
Abby Wiley: Full-Time Coach, Full-Time Mom
Abby Wiley (left) pictured with her son, Peter (right) (photo: @awiley715 on Instagram) Sports Editor: Donny Chiarel WINGATE, N.C. --- For Wingate head coach Abby Wiley, lacrosse has always been there. Ever since she started playing at a young age with her siblings, Wiley has participated at some of the highest levels the sport hasContinue reading "Abby Wiley: Full-Time Coach, Full-Time Mom"
Competitive Energy: The Key for Wingate Volleyball
Kasprak (left) and Pryce (right) talk to the media after their win vs. Carson-Newman (10/11/21) Sports Editor: Donny Chiarel WINGATE, N.C. --- Wingate lost its first two South Atlantic Conference matches of the season to Tusculum and Lenoir-Rhyne in September. During the month of October, the Bulldogs seem to have found their stride. Wingate standsContinue reading "Competitive Energy: The Key for Wingate Volleyball"
How’s it hangin?
Staff Writer: Cassidy Braver If you like to hammock or have considered purchasing one, there are plenty of places around campus to hang in - literally. The opportunities are endless with all of the trees around campus. It is a great place to do homework outside, listen to music, drink (if you are of age),Continue reading "How’s it hangin?"
Wingate men’s cross country wins gold at pre-national meet
Bastian Mrochen (center) running for the Wingate Bulldogs. Sports Writer: Luke Tucker SAINT LEO, Fla. -- The Wingate Bulldogs men’s Cross Country team took home the gold medal in the NCAA Division II Pre-National contest on Oct. 2 at Saint Leo University in Florida, beating the other 12 teams in attendance. Wingate won handily onContinue reading "Wingate men’s cross country wins gold at pre-national meet"
What students do while spending Fall Break on campus
Staff Writer: Madison Mataxas During the first half of October, Wingate University rewards its students for the hard work they have been putting in during the semester with an extended weekend. This Fall Break allows students to catch up on their assignments plus some much-needed sleep. Fall Break this year landed on October 11 andContinue reading "What students do while spending Fall Break on campus"
Savannah’s Scoop
Staff Writer: Savannah Phillips Hey there Savannah, I have a question for you. I know many of us students are struggling with procrastination and deadlines. How should I best manage these deadlines and make sure I don't over-stress myself but still complete the assignments? Rachel (Freshman) Hey Rachel! Thanks for reaching out and being theContinue reading "Savannah’s Scoop"
From ESPN to Wingate University: Ralph Frasca has done it all
Pictured above: Dr. Ralph Frasca, Communication Department Chair Staff Writer: Juliana Fiorilli When ESPN executives offered Wingate University professor Ralph Frasca the opportunity to be a founding co-anchor of the cable network’s SportsCenter show, his first concern was how he would fit his television duties around his class schedule. “They brought me to New YorkContinue reading "From ESPN to Wingate University: Ralph Frasca has done it all"