Mason Teague, Staff Writer New dining changes are coming to Wingate University with the announcement of a Starbucks being added on campus. The popular coffee chain will be located inside the Dickson-Palmer Center on campus, where it will replace the recreation facilities that currently occupy the space. The Starbucks on campus will be as largeContinueContinue reading “Students react to Starbucks coming to Campus in the Fall Semester”
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Wingate University Celebrates Women’s History Month with debut of Maya Angelou documentary
Nick Anta, Staff Writer Wingate University kicked off Women’s History month Tuesday by screening Maya Angelou’s documentary, “And Still I Rise” with a discussion lead by producer/co-director Rita Coburn Whack. The film, which took over 6 years to make, showed a very intimate side of the singer, dancer, author, producer, playwright, poet and civil rightsContinueContinue reading “Wingate University Celebrates Women’s History Month with debut of Maya Angelou documentary”
Food Recovery Network founder sheds light on Food Waste and Ugly Produce
Sydney Walker, Staff Writer Wingate, N.C. – “Food waste is not one problem, but a collection of hundreds of problems that need to be solved–especially if the growing population wants to be fed,” said Ben Simon to Wingate University students. “The only way to feed the estimated 9 billion people in 2050 is to reduceContinueContinue reading “Food Recovery Network founder sheds light on Food Waste and Ugly Produce”
Senior Graduation List for May 2017
Bachelor of Arts Vincent Aiello Centereach, NY Criminal Justice Kristie L. Begley Indian Trail, NC Psychology Kaitlyn Brunworth Littleton, CO Biology Joseph S. Carter Durham, NC Management Devontae Alonza Cash* Chesterfield, SC Music Jennifer Michelle Earp Traphill, NC English Arte Michael Elliott Monroe, NC Music Jennifer Andrea EscalanteContinueContinue reading “Senior Graduation List for May 2017”
The Answer to Everything
Celestia Randolph, Staff Writer Duke University professor Michael Munger spoke to Wingate students about the likeliness of a near future wherein people enjoyed a “Sharing” and “Middle-Man” economy. The answer to his every question at the Tomorrow 3.0 lecture last Thursday evening was “transactions cost”. A middleman economy, Munger explained, is “a system in whichContinueContinue reading “The Answer to Everything”
Wingate’s Past President Update
Jerry McGee tells student what he has been up to Rachael Renee Robinson, Staff Writer WINGATE- Dr. Jerry McGee, after twenty-three years of service to Wingate University, has once again found himself in a presidential role. Dr. McGee is currently serving as Interim President of South Piedmont Community College and will continue to hold thisContinueContinue reading “Wingate’s Past President Update”
Mold and Mildew issue in Student Dorms
University provides necessary tools to improving the issue Maggie Smith, Staff Writer Wingate University students are complaining after finding mold throughout their dorm rooms. Mold has been found in the two residence halls: J.M. Smith and Helms. Alexis Jones, a junior Residential Assistant for J.M. Smith, said she has had five residents of theContinueContinue reading “Mold and Mildew issue in Student Dorms”
Sustainability Project Brought to Wingate
Saving the environment one bike at a time Sara Gunter, Staff Writer Wingate University brings new eco-friendly project to campus. A group of students and administrators came together to form a committee called a sustainability committee. With a passion for the environment they created an idea for campus. Their idea was approved for a bikeContinueContinue reading “Sustainability Project Brought to Wingate”
Wingate Welcomes Arun Gandhi, Grandson of Mahatma Gandhi
Students listen and engage at Lyceum with Gandhi’s Grandson. Students gain valuable lifelong lessons. Rachael Robinson, Staff Writer Wingate University welcomed Arun Gandhi, the grandson of nonviolent philosopher and Indian civil rights leader, Mahatma Gandhi, to the McGee Theater on Tuesday night. Arun spoke to what Molly Hutson, a sophomore, described as “one of the quietest,ContinueContinue reading “Wingate Welcomes Arun Gandhi, Grandson of Mahatma Gandhi”
Commuting: What’s the Point?
Commuting vs. Staying On Campus: Does it alter your college experience? Danny Stueber, Staff Writer Commuting can be a hard decision to make when choosing a college or university. Some chose to save money especially if you live close to your college of choice. You can commute every day instead of living on campus itself.ContinueContinue reading “Commuting: What’s the Point?”
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