Brendan Shriver, Staff Writer The Wingate University Bulldogs looked to be on their way to tying the game in the final minute of regulation on Sept. 29, but a failed PAT returned for a score finished off a 26-23 victory for visiting Florida Tech. With the loss, the Bulldogs fall to 2-3 on the year.Continue reading "Wingate drops heartbreaker to Florida Tech, 26-23 after mishandling extra point"
UNCW Group Aims to Rebuild Community
By Harrison Taylor, Staff Writer Three weeks ago, the South Eastern United States was hit by Category two Hurricane Florence, and no city on the coast was devastated more than Wilmington, North Carolina. Hundreds of students from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW) were displaced, as the school told students who lived inContinue reading "UNCW Group Aims to Rebuild Community"
Popular Places to Spend Time Off Campus
By: Claudia Puente, Staff Writer It is common to find Wingate University students taking road trips outside of Union county. From the beaches to the mountains, North Carolina is home to endless activities all seasons. One of senior Luis Aguilar’s favorite spots to catch a new film is at a traditional drive-in movie in King’s Mountain,Continue reading "Popular Places to Spend Time Off Campus"
Wingate Communications Student Interns at Blumenthal
By Sydney Taylor, Staff Writer A Wingate student had the opportunity to intern at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center this summer in Charlotte. Senior Communications major Ryan McKeel severed as Blumenthal’s Marketing Intern for two months. McKeel applied to the position through the company’s websites. “More than a hundred people applied for the job,” said McKeel,Continue reading "Wingate Communications Student Interns at Blumenthal"
Wingate falls to Lenoir-Rhyne 31-24 at home after furious second-half rally comes up short
Brendan Shriver, Staff Writer The Lenoir-Rhyne University Bears jumped out to a 31-7 lead in the third quarter, then withstood a furious rally from Wingate to hang on for a 31-24 victory. The Bears improve to 3-1 overall and 2-0 in the SAC, while the Bulldogs fall to 2-2 overall and 0-2 in league play.Continue reading "Wingate falls to Lenoir-Rhyne 31-24 at home after furious second-half rally comes up short"
Lyceums Series Hosted in Library Until the End of October
By: Andrew Elliot, Staff Writer The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is hosting a Lyceum series by the name of WU Start, that all students can attend. “Whether you are new to college and want to make sure you have a sharp set of tools for your academic success OR If your original plan is notContinue reading "Lyceums Series Hosted in Library Until the End of October"
International Student Spotlight – Faith Mahone
Photos Provided By Faith Mahone By: Celestia Randolph, Staff Writer The Office of International Affairs celebrates the idea of preparing students for a diverse world by introducing students to foreign cultures. One of the ways the office realizes this ambition for Wingate students, international and American, alike, is through the International Student program. This semesterContinue reading "International Student Spotlight – Faith Mahone"
Student Videographer Brings Wingate Student-Athletes into Spotlight
By: Jared Overstreet, Staff Writer Photo Credit: Bailey Goforth Wingate University’s athletic program has grown rapidly over the past few years. Wingate University’s athletic videographer, Julian Irigoyen, helps make sure that the sports teams are getting the attention they deserve. “My job is to create video content that promotes Wingate Athletics”, said Irigoyen, who leads aContinue reading "Student Videographer Brings Wingate Student-Athletes into Spotlight"
Cheerleaders Raise Funds for National Competiton
By: Addison Mixson, Staff Writer As the Wingate University’s Cheerleaders focus on cheering on their Bulldogs during this year’s football and basketball seasons, they are working just as hard to fundraise for their trip to the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) College Nationals in Daytona Beach, Florida in the Spring. The NCA national competition that they attend isContinue reading "Cheerleaders Raise Funds for National Competiton"
Student Advice to Freshmen
By: Sarah Everhart, Staff Writer Freshman year is a new and exciting time, but can also be a very confusing time for a lot of students. The first year of college is one of the most stressful, life-changing years of a student’s life. Many people choose their major, participate in clubs, greek life, or otherContinue reading "Student Advice to Freshmen"