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 semester... Continue Reading →
The W’International fun has begun
Caitlin Bailey, Staff Writer The W’International trips have finally been revealed. Rising juniors wait in anticipation every year to learn what exciting places they can go. This year was no different. The reveal, held on March 28, started with Leslie Reynolds and Jennifer Armentrout from the International Studies Office, going over the new changes to... Continue Reading →
Eight countries showcased in W’International Program for the 2018 year
Andrew Elliot, Staff Writer Last Wednesday night, in the Batte Center's Recital Hall was where the Class of 2019's W'International showcase took place. The place was filled with excitement and wonder as each professor revealed the different countries that students could go to. “We had over 150 students in attendance!” Said Ms. Jennifer Armentrout, the Director of... Continue Reading →
WU’s Baxter helps students take advantage of international study opportunities
Maggie Smith, Staff Writer Many college students fall in love with traveling during college. Whether it’s road-trips with friends on the weekends, traveling for spring break, making friends with people from other states or countries and getting to travel home with them, or to studying abroad for a couple weeks or a full semester. Many... Continue Reading →
International Education Week includes wide variety of events
Wingate wants to bring cultural experience to all students Megan Katz, Staff Writer This week, Wingate University’s Office of International Programs will be working with student organizations, faculty, and international students to bring the student body a transformative International Education Week. According to the U.S. State Department, International Education Week is a nationally designated week... Continue Reading →
Benefits of W’international
Jonathan Jenkins, Staff Writer College is often seen as a rare opportunity for people to experience firsts. There are first parties, jobs, relationships, etc. One opportunity that many neglect to mention, however, is the chance to go to your first foreign nation. While many universities offer chances to have these experiences, few are as involved... Continue Reading →