High-tech training at ‘House of Tri’ helped propel Wingate to first national title in women’s triathlon

By Brent Surratt Triangle contributing writer In the early morning hours, the hum of stationary bike wheels fills the training room at the Wingate University triathlon house, a residential brick ranch dwelling known as the “House of Tri” at the corner of North Main Street and Old Williams Road.  Carla Larrabeiti Sweat drips from theContinue reading "High-tech training at ‘House of Tri’ helped propel Wingate to first national title in women’s triathlon"

Wingate students play big role in making campus operations run efficiently

By Samantha Pearson Staff Writer With many students holding key positions, the Wingate University campus relies heavily on the 30 percent of undergraduates who hold jobs on campus. Students at Wingate are an essential part of the university’s functioning, having jobs that keep the university running efficiently while allowing students to gain hands-on experience in variousContinue reading "Wingate students play big role in making campus operations run efficiently"

Opinion: Wingate desperately needs a shuttle for students and residents

The town of Davidson and Davidson College are considering the use of electric, self-driving shuttles like the ones shown above. Elsewhere in North Carolina, the driverless vehicles have already been used at N.C. State University and the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, N.C., where it makes two stops along a one-mile route.Continue reading "Opinion: Wingate desperately needs a shuttle for students and residents"

Wingate Investment Club achieves record $200,000 portfolio

Luka Brown, Investment Club president and member of the tennis team. By Fernanda Castillo Staff Writer Wingate University’s Investment Club has reached a significant achievement, surpassing the $200,000 mark in its student-managed portfolio. The portfolio, started in 2018 with $100,000 in Endowment assets, has seen substantial growth, reflecting both strategic evolution and a hands-on learningContinue reading "Wingate Investment Club achieves record $200,000 portfolio"

Mitchell reinvigorates women’s soccer program in first year as head coach

By Anibal Quesada Triangle contributing writer The 2024 season was a memorable one for the Wingate University women’s soccer team, marked by impressive achievements, big wins and strong individual performances.  Finishing the regular season with a record of 12-3-3, the Bulldogs claimed the South Atlantic Conference title with a 9-1-1 record. Their balanced roster, cohesiveContinue reading "Mitchell reinvigorates women’s soccer program in first year as head coach"

Softball team getting lights, night games set for spring season

By Kassidy Robinson Triangle contributing writer Wingate University’s athletic department will install new stadium lights in the school’s softball complex in early 2025 after the softball team recently received a generous gift from an anonymous donor. The university will not pay for the project; the donor will cover it entirely.  “We are hopeful that theContinue reading "Softball team getting lights, night games set for spring season"

What will be your toughest final exam and why?

The Wingate Word November 2024 With final exams fast approaching, the Wingate Triangle staff set out on Nov. 25 to find out what tests students are dreading the most. Hence, the question for this week… What will be your toughest final exam and why? MICHAEL HARRISSenior Management majorWaldorf, Md. “For me, the (Business 497) exitContinue reading "What will be your toughest final exam and why?"

Wingate to build four beach volleyball courts near softball field for new team’s debut NCAA campaign

By Kassidy Robinson and Evan Xiong Wingate Triangle contributing writers The Wingate Athletic Department has announced plans to begin construction of four sand volleyball courts in January for the inaugural women’s beach volleyball team that will begin its first season of play in the spring. The courts will be located next to the Wingate SoftballContinue reading "Wingate to build four beach volleyball courts near softball field for new team’s debut NCAA campaign"

Thanksgiving Break: A time to rest, reflect, and recharge

Photo by Romana on Pexels.com By Selena Vera Staff writer As November is getting close to ending, college students from around the country are keeping their fingers crossed for one thing: Thanksgiving break. Be it returning home to one’s family, taking a voyage with friends, or just remaining right on campus for some well-deserved downtime,Continue reading "Thanksgiving Break: A time to rest, reflect, and recharge"