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?”

Calm on campus amid the chaos close to home

Perspective of safety from a Campus Safety Officer Zeriq Lolar, Staff Writer              With the hustle and bustle of the Wingate University school year, it can be very hectic for students and faculty. Although, it is hectic for these individuals, campus safety can be hectic also. Wingate University has had its population go up andContinueContinue reading “Calm on campus amid the chaos close to home”

Former TV reporter Yost now Wingate’s interim director of marketing

New Staff Addition to Campus Robert Gay, Staff Writer  Wingate University has recently named Kristen Johnson Yost, Executive Producer for WUTV, as Interim Director of Marketing and Communications. As director, Yost is responsible for all media inquiries for the university on all three campuses, Wingate, Ballantyne, and Hendersonville. In addition to producing the university news show,ContinueContinue reading “Former TV reporter Yost now Wingate’s interim director of marketing”

Greek Life and Recruitment 101

Recruitment may be over but here is the information you need to know. Kendall Sienon, Staff Writer Wingate, N.C. — It is that time of year again when sorority women all over Wingate University campus step up their game in preparation for recruitment in hopes to attract incoming freshman and other potential new members toContinueContinue reading “Greek Life and Recruitment 101”