Provost Profile Jonathan Jenkins, Staff Writer The goal of a university is to not only provide a quality education for its students, but to give them an experience that will help them grow and develop in every part of their lives. That experience, however, does not come without programs and planning. Dr. Helen Tate,ContinueContinue reading “Dr. Helen Tate is Wingate’s new top academic official”
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Commissioners hear update on school bond referendum
New town hall/fire station should be ready by Jan. 1, town manager says Jenna Turner, Staff Writer Sept. 20 was Wingate’s Board of Commissioner’s monthly meeting. Joe Delaney, an administrator for Union County Public Schools, spoke during the public comment about the Referendum that will be put before the voters on Nov. 8. They needContinueContinue reading “Commissioners hear update on school bond referendum”
Track and Field Team prepares for its upcoming season
Track and Field Team Overview Tariah Harrell, Staff Writer The Wingate University men’s and women’s track and field teams have began their preseason practices for the 2016-2017 season. Head coach of the men’s and women’s track and field teams Travis Leflore and graduate assistant sprint coach Cole Henderson has given us a little insight onContinueContinue reading “Track and Field Team prepares for its upcoming season”
Wingate Seeks Donations for the Namesake of the Newest Building!
Wingate working on naming the new Health and Wellness Facility Kendall Sienon, Staff Writer Wingate, N.C. — Have you ever wanted a building named after you? Well now’s your chance! Wingate University’s newest construction, The Health and Wellness Center is running smoothly. In fact, they are accepting donations for the building’s namesake! But most importantly,ContinueContinue reading “Wingate Seeks Donations for the Namesake of the Newest Building!”
Students prep for the future with Internships and Career Services
Tips for Internships and Career Services Cierra Smith, Staff Writer As many college students may know, the stresses of getting out into the workforce after spending four years earning a degree can be monumental. During those four years, the students spend the majority of their time researching what they want to do and who theyContinueContinue reading “Students prep for the future with Internships and Career Services”
Study Abroad Peer Mentor Program Starts at Wingate
Beginning of a new program to connects its students Internationally Megan Katz, Staff Writer This semester, Wingate’s Office of International Programs is beginning a new Peer Mentor program to connect students interested in studying abroad with mentors who have already completed their respective programs. Ms. Lizz Baxter, Assistant Director of International Programs at Wingate University, craftedContinueContinue reading “Study Abroad Peer Mentor Program Starts at Wingate”
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”
Fellowship of Christian Athletes connects WU athletes, faith
Religion and Sports, What do they have in common? Brandon Bowles, Staff Writer Religion is one the most controversial topics of discussion in today’s society. People struggle to find their identity and what they do or do not believe in. There are numerous avenues that compete for the attention of today’s youth. Things likeContinueContinue reading “Fellowship of Christian Athletes connects WU athletes, faith”
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”