'Marisol': play shows uniqueness and creativity
What do I have to say about the play "Marisol"...? I felt like I was on an acid trip when I saw it. The cast overall did an amazing job - each person's role was intense and vigorous.
Gallery Up to close doors
When he was still an illustration major, Stephen Crotts, a 2008 Winthrop graduate, said Gallery Up acted as a bridge between Winthrop and the Rock Hill community.
A India Pale Ale for All Of Us
When it comes to beer, the IPA (India Pale Ale) is a style of brew that you either love or hate.
Grad student scores cash through hobby and class
Winthrop 2011 graduate Zade Patterson has been paid to apply stage make-up for people for different events.
Talk on movie 'Amadeus': shaping view of humanity
Few films have shaped this writer's opinion humanity as much as the film Amadeus.
'Re-vamped' Poetry Open Mic tonight
Tonight DSU is hosting Poetry Open Mic Night in Dina's Place starting at 8 p.m. Though a DSU event, Poetry Open Mic Night was organized by two students.
My epic heartbreak horror story
Editor compares and contrasts the differences between Valentine's Day during her senior year of high school and her senior year of college
HIV-AIDS Peeled Apart
Charles Curtis is left-handed, just like his Uncle Gary.
'The Innkeepers' is a good ghost hunt
Now this is a great horror film for any occasion. Ti West’s fourth film, “The Innkeepers” is another classic homage to early 80’s schlock cinema.
'Marisol' debuts as staff member's first production at WU
When playwright José Rivera gave his commencement speech at USC’s Theatre graduation in 2010, it was doubtful that he had anticipated that his speech would have an outreaching impact on other theatre graduates across the country – but that’s just what happened.
Student raises cash via t-shirt designs
This month the Bookstore at Winthrop will be getting a new product – and it comes with a cause.
Jobs for future jewelers
One of the biggest praises Adrian Amabile says he gets is when his wife tells him someone complimented her on a piece of jewelry she wears.
'Marisol': play shows uniqueness and creativity
What do I have to say about the play "Marisol"...? I felt like I was on an acid trip when I saw it. The cast overall did an amazing job - each person's role was intense and vigorous.
Gallery Up to close doors
When he was still an illustration major, Stephen Crotts, a 2008 Winthrop graduate, said Gallery Up acted as a bridge between Winthrop and the Rock Hill community.
A India Pale Ale for All Of Us
When it comes to beer, the IPA (India Pale Ale) is a style of brew that you either love or hate.
Grad student scores cash through hobby and class
Winthrop 2011 graduate Zade Patterson has been paid to apply stage make-up for people for different events.
Talk on movie 'Amadeus': shaping view of humanity
Few films have shaped this writer's opinion humanity as much as the film Amadeus.
'Re-vamped' Poetry Open Mic tonight
Tonight DSU is hosting Poetry Open Mic Night in Dina's Place starting at 8 p.m. Though a DSU event, Poetry Open Mic Night was organized by two students.
My epic heartbreak horror story
Editor compares and contrasts the differences between Valentine's Day during her senior year of high school and her senior year of college
HIV-AIDS Peeled Apart
Charles Curtis is left-handed, just like his Uncle Gary.
'The Innkeepers' is a good ghost hunt
Now this is a great horror film for any occasion. Ti West’s fourth film, “The Innkeepers” is another classic homage to early 80’s schlock cinema.
'Marisol' debuts as staff member's first production at WU
When playwright José Rivera gave his commencement speech at USC’s Theatre graduation in 2010, it was doubtful that he had anticipated that his speech would have an outreaching impact on other theatre graduates across the country – but that’s just what happened.
Student raises cash via t-shirt designs
This month the Bookstore at Winthrop will be getting a new product – and it comes with a cause.
Jobs for future jewelers
One of the biggest praises Adrian Amabile says he gets is when his wife tells him someone complimented her on a piece of jewelry she wears.
Charlotte gets 'Staind'
Starting in 1995, Staind grew as one of the most influential bands of the decade.
Faculty exhibition features art, video
From Nov. 14 through Jan. 20, Rutledge hosted two faculty art exhibits. Rutledge Gallery featured an exhibit titled “New Works” which consisted of art work from Paul Martyka and Marge Moody.
Stephen Colbert and political satire - not serious enough?
Last September comedian and political satirist Stephen Colbert testified in front of Congress, and while Colbert fans found the testimony humorous, it has raised questions in whether politics and satire should be allowed to merge into "the real world."
History revealed in faculty's book on WU, baseball
After two years of research, Robert Gorman, Head of the Reference Department in Dacus Library, has recently published a book about the South Bend Blue Sox team from the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War II. Gorman is the co-author of the book with his friend Jim Sargent, who has previously written short biographies of some of the players in the Women’s league.
Editor does not follow on 'Yellowbrickroad'
I recently watched a horror film based on “The Wizard of Oz.” No, it is not a cheap, pornographic parody nor does it have anything to do with “The Wizard of Gore,” an old 70’s exploitation film that has nothing to do with Dorothy’s magical journey into a vaguely capitalist parable.
Behind the Beak
He makes public appearances. He has a distinctive outfit. His identity will never be revealed to the public.
The Roots do it again with 'Undun'
Spreading their unique style of soul-infused hip hop since 1987, The Roots have done it again, releasing their latest album "Undun" on December 6th, 2011.
The most interesting beer in the world?
We have all seen the television commercials, that eccentric old man daring the world to keep up and also letting everyone know that he unwinds with a nice beer.
Beer Review: Thomas Creek Banana Split Stout
Colder weather calls for a beefy beer, and when we are talking about beefy beers I think of stouts.
Cheers to beer: a pint of advice
There is nothing like a nice cold pint, especially when it’s something that is carefully crafted to become something other than a stale yellow waste of a glass. Starting with this article, I hope to take you on a journey, exploring all of the subtleties of beer and hopefully helping everyone make better beer decisions while still not breaking the bank (no Bud Light here ladies and gents).
Student poetry member publishes new book
Most sit cross-legged on a living room floor, eyes closed, as someone reads aloud.
One day without a cell phone: Guest columnist opts to see what it feels like to be cell phone-less for one full day on campus
Students are always on their cell phones.
Movie ‘Lake Mungo’: an Australian thriller
I don’t think I’ve seen a film that scared me as much as Joel Anderson’s “Lake Mungo.”
Kicking clubs into gear: a student’s guide
There are about 145 clubs on campus, but there is still room for more.
'Taste' offers refreshing view of International Culture
Culture is about more than just a delectable treat from time to time, it is about the very soul of a region and the way that people interact with one another.
Risque business: sex vs. nudity
In February 2009 associate fine arts professor Mark Hamilton was recognized by the University of South Carolina for a series of photographs he took on campus. These photographs happen to contain a female nude model.
The Don Draper effect: Editor expresses wish for life to be similar to the way it was in the mid-1900s
If it were up to me, men would wear nice suits and fedoras, and women would wear elegant dresses and pearls every day.
‘Beyond Therapy’: rather therapeutic for the grim
When I first heard of the play “Beyond Therapy,” I was skeptical; I saw the names “Bruce” “Prudence” and immediately thought the play was going to be about an elderly couple in the early 1900s.
Making, curating and selling artwork
On Nov. 17 senior art major Lila Shull is having an art show – one that will consist of roughly a dozen or so of Shull’s pieces of artwork from this semester.
Halloween recap: campus ghost stories
Dr. Debbie Garrick is the Associate Vice President of University Development Alumni Relations and Executive Director of the Winthrop University Alumni Association, famously known as the “residential historian.”
Oswalt, the ‘wicked funny’ comedian
Patton Oswalt is probably one of the most entertaining and astute social, political and aesthetic commentators of our time. His new comedy album, “Finet Hour,” is probably the funniest yet.
Swifchfoot’s new CD Vice Verses released
So, Switchfoot’s eighth long-play release called “Vice Verses” released a few weeks ago.
Muse Fest 2011
Perched behind their booth, senior Amanda Valenza and junior Laura Stanger have an array of earrings and necklaces on display for passers-by at the Getty Art Center in downtown Rock Hill.
Reverse roles in two different clubs
Every Thursday night, from all over Winthrop University’s campus, a group of students combine for one thing in common: a love for all things anime and manga.
Neverfall: ‘making a scene’ on the WU/Rock Hill scene
Most closely described as a refreshing new take on the Metal scene, Neverfall is not only making their mark in Greenville, S.C., but is now taking on the Rock Hill/Charlotte area as well.
Student directors choose production
For senior Melissa Frierson, the upcoming play “Beyond Therapy” is a goal set three years ago that is scheduled to come true Oct. 26. Since high school, Frierson enjoyed the work of playwright Christopher Durang, and when she started school at Winthrop she knew that she wanted to direct one of his plays.
Chicago performance: ‘a little bit of good’
I first saw “Chicago” via the DVD starring Renee Zellweger, Richard Gere and Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Poker, Texas Hold ‘Em lures students with cards, chips
Bryan Gosling is seated directly across from his opponent, senior chemistry major Son Dinh.
Maylene metalhead
What strikes me, from the first snare drum hit, while I listen to the new Maylene & The Sons of Disaster CD IV are the clean vocals coming from x-UNDEROATH vocalist Dallas Taylor.
No more Scandal’s, no more standups
When Winthrop alumni, former English-Creative writing major Greg Larson, was still a student, he got an idea to start doing stand ups within the Rock Hill area.
Winthrop scholarship honors late alumnae
Outgoing, bubbly, energetic, full of life, never knew a stranger: these are just a few of the ways Holly Rauch would describe her daughter Lyssa to someone who never had the pleasure knowing her.
Raising voices to win ‘WU Idol’
Randy, Paula and Simon will not be making any appearance-the Winthrop Association of Ebonites will provide the judges for the upcoming Winthrop Idol competition.
The Devil Wears Prada (in music, not the movie)
The Devil Wears Prada is an awesome five-piece metalcore band out of Akron, Ohio. With five albums and one EP under their belt, TDWP has seen their fair share of headlining stages throughout the world.
Full steam ahead
A drama class helped Mary Shockley finish high school. Allison Zobel auditioned for her first play at the age of five. Mary Elizabeth Greene has dabbled in multiple art forms, from chorus to writing.
Two new exhibits now on display in WU gallery
Rutledge art galleries recently received their own makeover and celebrated this week with the opening of two new exhibits.
How 'entertaining' is Winthrop's campus?
August 2010 brought on line to Winthrop’s continuously developing building projects, the opening of the DiGiorgio Campus Center (DIGS). The center, named for the university’s current president, replaced Dinkins Student Union, located on Oakland Avenue, as what is supposed to be the new hub for students to gather, work and be entertained.
Jazzy musical hits WU stage in October
Three hours a day, six days a week, for over three weeks and counting... Students and faculty in the theater department have been working on the upcoming musical “Chicago,” set to debut from Oct. 5-8.
Winthrop professors produce documentary
In 1926, Duncan Park Stadium was built in Spartanburg, S.C. This baseball stadium was the home of the Spartanburg Phillies, affiliates of the Philadelphia Phillies.
How I have literally ‘gone Greek’
In the fall semester of the past school year my friend and roommate Ashley approached me with an opportunity to take an Art History class with her. The best part about this class was at the end of the semester, we would get to go on a trip to Greece.
Skin Deep presents ‘Alcohol: What’s Up?’ in party setting
Skin Deep, Winthrop’s improvisational theater troupe, does more than just act: they also teach.
WU galleries recognized by Creative Loafing
The Winthrop University Galleries and the Department of Fine Arts have been named Best Cultural Institute by Creative Loafing Charlotte, a weekly magazine that covers arts and entertainment in the Southeast.
Amphibian infestation: new frogs on campus
Returning students have probably noticed the new dancing frogs that have been bestowed upon the lawn outside the DiGiorgio Student Center.
I have “Fallen” for Black Metal
Two years ago convicted arsonist, paganism advocate and heavy metal artist Varg Vikernes was granted parole from prison.
Winthrop grad self-publishes book
When 2010 Winthrop graduate Jeremy Gatlin was in the sixth grade, he started writing a short story that slowly progressed into something bigger.
R&B group rocks Winthrop
Nappy Roots, the R&B quintet who had the best selling hip-hop album of 2002, “Watermelon, Chicken & Gritz,” which featured many popular hits including “Awnaw” and “Po’ Folks,” brought their urban, soulful act to Winthrop on Friday, Aug. 26.
Door decorations can save the day
I lived in Wofford Hall my freshman year at Winthrop.
Welcome Week 2011 Event Schedule
Byrnes Auditorium events are $10 with a Winthrop Student ID. Purchase a Welcome Week Pass to reduce the amount to $5. Movies are free with a Fall Movie Pass, $2 with a Student ID, and $5 without a Student ID.
Famous celebrities perform at Winthrop
Students can see the singer Aaliyah perform again and hear Nicki Minaj and Kanye West sing together on Winthrop’s campus.
Students merge Greek mythology, game show to create first spring Arts Ball
Every fall around Halloween, art, theater and music majors join together to put on the Arts Ball.
Sex, deception run amok in classic play
Who knew things could get so sexual in the 17th century?
Students spreads faith with Christain rap
Everyone’s had that moment where they hear a song and wish they could make it their own.
Student collects, paints and assembles dolls
It started with hermit crabs.
Winthrop As a Movie - Apr. 7 2011
This week, The Johnsonian chose psychology professor Darren Ritzer.
Dance students don't face unsafe pressures
Movies such as “Center Stage” talk about the touchy subject.
Experiment hypotizes students
You are feeling very relaxed, breathing deeply and thinking of something pleasant.
BIG MONEY: Jewelry majors spend big bucks on silver, copper, brass for projects
Being a college student requires making sacrifices. But being a jewelry/metals design major involves sacrifice from your wallet.
Once Upon a Mattress
Musical takes twist on classic fairy tale.
Small town professor goes Hollywood
Haney Howell had his taste of the Hollywood lifestyle.
Students vie for most talented gospel singer
Student talent and black history is showcased through gospel and religious music.
Killings abundant in movie 'The Mechanic'
"The Mechanic" isn't about a guy who fixes cars.
Videoclub quizzes roommates, displays talent
It was born two years ago and got on its feet last spring.
High schoolers compete in WU gallery
High schoolers have taken over the McLaurin Student Gallery.
TV shows influence lives
Kids’ shows just aren’t what they used to be.
Shun keeps audiences laughing -- Student comic on his way up
Eric Shun doesn’t enjoy public speaking, but loves stand-up comedy.
DSU entertainment nationally recognized
“Campus Activities Magazine” has recognized the DiGiorgio Student Union (DSU) as one of the country’s best college programming boards.
High-tech toys spoil children
While sitting in Chick-Fil-A shortly after Christmas, I heard a trophy-wife mom asking a child what favorite Christmas present was.
DSU open to film requests, criticism
Here’s the breakdown about the movie selections on campus:
DIGS theater lacks indie, artsy films
I hope I’m not the only one who’s been grossly disappointed by the selection of films at Dina’s Place cinema.
Local band creates impressive EP album
Brothers Cuinn, Connor and Ryan Brogan and Jerrod Morgan enjoy doing what most typical young men do: playing video games and hanging out with friends and family.
Aussie film transcends viewer expectations
Australians are not exactly known for producing what art snobs call “fine cinema.”
Rock band makes guest appearance at WINR
Brothers Cuinn, Connor and Ryan Brogan and Jerrod Morgan enjoy doing what most typical young men do: playing video games and hanging out with friends and family.
Student misses Santa
I remember those sleepless nights, laying wide awake wondering exactly what time Santa was coming to our house, and which Polly Pocket or Barbie doll would be under the tree.
Hanson remains favorite band since ‘97
Yes, Hanson. My love for this band has spanned across 13 years and several awkward stages of growing up.
Models get paid to pose for figure-drawing students
Students can practice their modeling on campus: clothed or costumed.
Student band releases WWII-themed album
After months of recording, a local “femoral blob of bandness,” will put out its first CD.
Students act, write, direct One-Acts
It’s that time of year again: the time when Winthrop students take the stage to showcase their talents in the Winthrop One-Act Festival.
‘Aparecium Hogwarts!’: Roddey turns into magical school
Students can now be accepted into Hogwarts.
Band rocks homecoming
A Winthrop favorite will be returning Nov. 12 with a free concert to rock Homecoming.
Sad music soothes soul
I have one really terrible habit: I love depressing music.
Barbie shapes youth
She was a fashion icon; everyone wanted to be her and all the guys loved her.
Greek muse guides dance lovers, club
Terpsichore is the Greek goddess of dance. It is also a club on campus.
Professors’ background impresses students
Sandra Neels left home as a teenager to follow her dreams and now commemorates the choreographer who gave her success.
Gallery Up auctions student, faculty art
The stories of legendary jazz musicians Miles Davis and John Coltrane will come to life in the new DiGiorgio Center.
Groups make floats to receive place of honor
Homecoming this year marks a change at Winthrop as groups around campus compete to make floats.
WU alum acts, writes play about jazz greats
The stories of legendary jazz musicians Miles Davis and John Coltrane will come to life in the new DiGiorgio Center.
Cheap costumes
Costumes at Halloween specialty stores can get expensive. Who wants to pay $50 for an Iron Man costume that doesn’t even look authentic? Keep your wallet full and run to a craft store to make a cheap costume.
Art Ball curses students
Winthrop students get a taste of Mardi Gras early this year courtesy of the arts department students.
Horror film fans overlook ‘Virus’
It’s October again and Halloween is around the corner, which always gets me in the mood for horror movies.
Senior interns with "The Late Show"
How many students can say they spent their summer with celebrities?
Halloweek: Student wears costumes to de-stress
For some, Halloween is just one night of candy and costumes. But for Vanessa Thompson, it is a whole week. Dubbed 'Halloweek,' Thompson, senior graphic design major, dresses up in costumes every day of the week of Halloween.
Professor puts pottery on hold for parenthood
A studio on the back porch is where the magic happens for fine arts professor Jennifer Lawler-Mecca.
Horror film fans overlook ‘Virus’
It’s October again and Halloween is around the corner, which always gets me in the mood for horror movies.
Greek comedy brings sassy women to stage
Womens’ abstinence saves nation during wartime
Gumby invades WU
If you’ve been to a recent campus event, you’ve probably seen him: boxy head and green arms flailing wildly to the beat of the music.
Downtown Rock Hill displays student art
Take a good look at downtown Rock Hill because it won’t look the same for long.
Columbia band brings music to The Money
Two Books-A-Million baristas, a “paper-and-ink jockey” at Office Depot and a house painter all combine to form the band Full Color Footage.
Pre-1934 movies full of scandal, sex, catty jokes
Everyone has wholesome values, treats each other fairly and politely and never does anything bad. That’s how all old films and TV shows are right? Wrong.
Student happy with new action films
Over the past few years, I’ve noticed less and less action movies released.
Students act in, direct play about AIDS
"The Yellow Boat," an inspiring true story about one boy's struggle living with AIDS, will kick off the fall season in Winthrop's Department of Theater and Dance.
Ceramics professor gains national recognition
Professor Jim Connell was recently recognized as one of the top six ceramic artists in South Carolina.
Killers lead singer impresses with new album "Flamingo"
I've been waiting for it since May.
When they were young Sept. 23
This year your Arts and Entertainment editors have started a new feature where students can see what their professors looked like during their college years.
Sound puppetry: brothers share the stage
Senior broadcast major Zade Patterson and his brother Ted Patterson, sophomore broadcast major, have an unusual craft.
Wu radio station exclusive on campus, online
WINR is available online and on campus but it doesn't have its own FM station.
Polar War CD impresses
Winthrop band records album over the summer.
Writer flexes radio muscles with show
I'm a journalism major bot not because I wanted to be the next Oprah, Wolfman Jack or Diane Sawyer, I just want to write and stay anonymous.
Professor rewrites book in hopes to make movie
Love, murder and deception. That is what mass communication professor Larry Timbs immersed himself in this summer.
Studio honors former department of arts and design Chair
Beginning Sept. 6, Winthrop University will host the Flint Institute of Art's traveling exhibit honoring the life's work of artist Edmund Lewandowski.
September 2010
The Swaggerjacked Preview will be at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9, in Tillman Auditorium. Members of the NAACP will be imitating famous singers and lip synching to music.
When they were young
Some of you might remember the “Winthrop as a Movie” feature from last year.
Group, DayClean, music offers self therapy
Marcus Thomas describes his music as therapy for himself.
Student center brings new 'edge' to WU
With the opening of the DiGiorgio Campus Center comes a new era of entertainment for Winthrop students.
Arts school offers fashion experimentation
I started Winthrop as a typical and shy 18-yearold.
Take advantage of campus entertainment
I’ve always been really into the music scene.
Tweeting her way to the top
A Winthrop graduate is in the running to become the next MTV Twitter Jockey.
Welcome Week includes hyponist, SafetySuit
All Welcome Week events are free with a Welcome Week Pass.
Students write, direct plays for Spring One-Acts Festival
Students have their hands full with the Spring One-Acts this year.
Ebonites perform annual recital
The Association of Ebonites (AOE) combine several dance genres for the annual Dance in Motion recital.
Radio show helps grad student with internship
Combine one Winthrop grad student, a sock monkey and a library of 9,000 songs, and the result is WINR’s radio show “Marginally Known.”
Classic film shapes life of student
We all have events that shape and form who we are. Some people’s lives might be altered by a car accident, finding God or a pat on the back from a teacher.
Student happy with quality werewolf movie
Look out your window. Is the moon full? If so, you might want to hide before the werewolves find you.
Faculty showcase performance skills
It’s not often that students get to see their professors outside of classroom or office environments, but the department of music allows members of the Winthrop community a unique opportunity to view the educators in a different role: as performers.
Fire snuffs out Saturday plans
While Owens Hall was ablaze on Saturday, some students’ plans went up in smoke as well.
Art teachers show serious side in exhibit
Art teachers in public schools do more than just finger paint with children. Many of them are serious artists whose work is exhibited in local galleries.
Oscars lack quality choices for best picture
This year, the Academy Awards will be a little different. Ten films will be nominated for best picture rather than the usual five.
Students win money while coloring with chalk
Chalk. College students may only get to see it when professors write with it.
Students reach high notes in opera
The opera is a knight-in-shining-armor tale of various characters and their quests to find love, truth and happiness.
Spoken word artist quits job to follow dreams
The spoken word artist has been performing all over the country for the last eight years. Andrews quit his job as a fifth grade teacher to perform spoken word full-time.
Exhibit displays juried students’ artwork
Art students aren’t just occupying Rutledge for classes, but their art is prominent in the gallery.
World famous pianist plays at Winthrop
Pianist celebrates 200th birthday of Chopin
New game played with Nerf guns, swords
Guns loaded, a group of students runs and slaughters five zombies on the sidewalk between Bancroft and Kinard. The ground is littered with socks and Nerf bullets and the air is filled with shouts.
Kung Fu teacher rocks in band
Jupiter Tide isn’t an outer space video game, but a new alternative rock band fresh to the Rock Hill scene
