Courtney Bailey – Staff Writer Welcoming refugees, reforming foreign policy, and extending a helping hand to those in need are only the beginning of award-winning author and journalist Sonia Nazario’s ideas for solving the hardships and horrors of immigration to the United States. On the evening of Oct. 27, the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Enrique’s JourneyContinueContinue reading “‘Enrique’s Journey’ author speaks on immigration issues”
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Campus safety officers: more than meets the eye
Leigh-Anne Clark, Staff Writer Everyone has their own definition of a campus safety officer. There has been controversy around Wingate about the need for campus safety. I shadowed a patrol officer during his night shift. We started the night by driving around campus and checking out parking lots to make sure all cars were safelyContinueContinue reading “Campus safety officers: more than meets the eye”
International student looks at food traditions
Øystein Fjeldberg, Staff Writer Two years ago I left Norway, my home, to study in the United States. I was excited to begin a new adventure at Wingate University, but even though I enjoyed the experience, there were things that I missed from back home. It is a little funny, but my family wasn’t whatContinueContinue reading “International student looks at food traditions”
Students concerned about increased police attention
Zach Almond, Staff Writer Increased police presence and Campus Safety have students concerned at Wingate University. During the first few weeks of class, an increase in law enforcement on campus did not go unnoticed. On a recent weekend night, police were seen standing outside students’ apartments in the Watson Village and what students refer toContinueContinue reading “Students concerned about increased police attention”
Commuting Students Face Trials and Tribulations
Jonathan Jenkins, Staff Writer College life has always been characterized by dorms, sleeping in late, parties, and meeting new people. For students living on campus, these events are a normal part of the college experience. However, for those students who commute, the college experience is a little different. Commuting is not an easy choice forContinueContinue reading “Commuting Students Face Trials and Tribulations”