Frank Barnes Jr. Funeral
Expect traffic delays on Oakland Avenue for an undetermined amount of time due to the funeral procession of Frank Barnes Jr., the president of Comporium Communications, who died on Sunday.
President Obama delivers higher ed ultimatum: Lower rate of increase or lose $$$
Public colleges and universities that raise tuition rates too often may incur the federal government.s wrath and see their inheritance - i.e. federal money - cut off if their respective states fail to make higher education more affordable.
Political organization to discuss direct online voting on Thursday
Americans Elect will host a panel discussion about the organization's online nomination process and the impact of technology and social media on the voting process.
Signs to Subway opening appear in Dinkins basemen
From the look of things in Dinkins' basement, Subway's opening is quickly approaching.
WU prof arrested for weekend DUI
A Winthrop professor was arrested for driving under the influence on Friday night after driving his car over a curb at Target and failing repeated sobriety tests, according to a Rock Hill police report.
Student's credit, debit cards swindled from purse
A Winthrop student was the victim of credit card fraud last week when her South Carolina Bank & Trust debit card and Founders Credit Union credit card were stolen from her purse while on campus.
College Libertarians talk abortion, U.S. military
A group of College Libertarians have agreed that the government’s power should be scaled down and U.S. military intervention in foreign countries may not serve Americans’ interest during a first-time meeting on Feb. 6.
Collin Truesdale: Gone but not forgotten
He may be gone, but the friendships he forged and the lessons he taught others still live on.
On-campus sources provide help to stressed students
Residence Life is a resource for students dealing with mental stress.
WU Foundation decision affects endowments, possibly scholarships
Board members with the Winthrop University Foundation have decided to join a fleet of state colleges and universities in adopting federal legislation that would change the way endowments —which birth scholarships— are funded and used.
State senator's bill details more ACAD-like courses
Just when you thought ACAD 101 was over and the wait to graduation long enough, a South Carolina senator has introduced a bill mandating that all four-year institutions require its students to take an additional one-credit hour course before receiving their degrees.
Police reports lack match in assault
Contrary to an email notification released by Campus Police last week, the victim of a February 8 armed home invasion at 309 Union Ave. was in fact a student, according to both the student victim and an official Rock Hill Police report.
Frank Barnes Jr. Funeral
Expect traffic delays on Oakland Avenue for an undetermined amount of time due to the funeral procession of Frank Barnes Jr., the president of Comporium Communications, who died on Sunday.
President Obama delivers higher ed ultimatum: Lower rate of increase or lose $$$
Public colleges and universities that raise tuition rates too often may incur the federal government.s wrath and see their inheritance - i.e. federal money - cut off if their respective states fail to make higher education more affordable.
Political organization to discuss direct online voting on Thursday
Americans Elect will host a panel discussion about the organization's online nomination process and the impact of technology and social media on the voting process.
Signs to Subway opening appear in Dinkins basemen
From the look of things in Dinkins' basement, Subway's opening is quickly approaching.
WU prof arrested for weekend DUI
A Winthrop professor was arrested for driving under the influence on Friday night after driving his car over a curb at Target and failing repeated sobriety tests, according to a Rock Hill police report.
Student's credit, debit cards swindled from purse
A Winthrop student was the victim of credit card fraud last week when her South Carolina Bank & Trust debit card and Founders Credit Union credit card were stolen from her purse while on campus.
College Libertarians talk abortion, U.S. military
A group of College Libertarians have agreed that the government’s power should be scaled down and U.S. military intervention in foreign countries may not serve Americans’ interest during a first-time meeting on Feb. 6.
Collin Truesdale: Gone but not forgotten
He may be gone, but the friendships he forged and the lessons he taught others still live on.
On-campus sources provide help to stressed students
Residence Life is a resource for students dealing with mental stress.
WU Foundation decision affects endowments, possibly scholarships
Board members with the Winthrop University Foundation have decided to join a fleet of state colleges and universities in adopting federal legislation that would change the way endowments —which birth scholarships— are funded and used.
State senator's bill details more ACAD-like courses
Just when you thought ACAD 101 was over and the wait to graduation long enough, a South Carolina senator has introduced a bill mandating that all four-year institutions require its students to take an additional one-credit hour course before receiving their degrees.
Police reports lack match in assault
Contrary to an email notification released by Campus Police last week, the victim of a February 8 armed home invasion at 309 Union Ave. was in fact a student, according to both the student victim and an official Rock Hill Police report.
Media event brings moguls, executives, publishers to campus next week
Mignon Clyburn, perhaps the most powerful member of the Federal Communications Commission at the moment, will be the headline speaker during Winthrop's 24th annual Mass Communication Week, where a series of guest speakers and university alumni will converge to discuss communication, brand management, journalism and investor relations.
CSL Appoints New Election Commissioner
The Council of Student Leaders (CSL) has appointed a new Election Commissioner after the previous commissioner, Sydney Evans, resigned.
CSL taste tests Subway next week
February 22 will be a day that forever lives in infamy-for members of the Council of Student Leaders anyway.
AOE president advocates for Tillman
Robert Harris, president for the Association of Ebonites, had trouble singing a joyful noise Monday night.
CSL election commissioner resigns, position now open
A week before facilitating the first set of interest meetings for students vying for student body president, the Council of Student Leaders. Election Commissioner Sydney Evans has resigned from her position.
Student deployed overseas, leaves behind loved ones
Finally reaching the tail end of his college education, Winthrop senior Thomas Huskey will not walk the stage in May.
Police: Three criminals still at large, no suspects
Three unidentified criminals responsible for committing separate sets of crimes against two women just steps away from Winthrop’s campus remain at large, according to Campus Police.
Knowledge is power when defending oneself
Even a shoestring can make the difference between a successful or failed assault.
Campaign close to goal, seeks donor participation
Donors help keep the Winthrop Experience alive.
Honors society sees record with most seniors graduating program in recent history
In May, the Winthrop University Honors Program will graduate its largest number of members in several years.
Could faculty, staff see pay raise in near future? That’s a big...MAYBE
Footing the bill for mental health, Medicare and Medicaid will likely take precedence in the dealings of state lawmakers this legislative season, but that doesn’t negate a hypothetical — emphasis on hypothetical— salary increase for university faculty and staff.
Governor’s office proposes revamp of higher ed funding plan
Mere months before any definitive decisions about giving more or less money to South Carolina universities and colleges have come through the pipeline, state leaders have proven that adopting a model for higher education funding is a consistently elusive work-in-progress.
Students care for the sick, learn health care models through program
Students learn how to help people, have hard conversations and provide support through the End of Life program, said Cynthia Forrest, assistant professor of social work.
Dacus Library gets pumped, CTAP still 'alive'
Students will soon be able to study in an interactive and engaging environment fused with technology, President Anthony DiGiorgio said in reference to the Dacus Library renovations set to begin in May.
Yes, it is a great day in South Carolina, poll shows
An outstanding deficit aside, it's still a great day in South Carolina, according to a vast majority of Palmetto State citizens surveyed in the most recent Winthrop Poll.
Former CSL chair takes heat for Johnsonian interview
The Council of Student Leaders. general meeting on Monday night was punctuated by the usual committee updates and little future planning, but the majority of the night's excitement came during the open floor portion when former CSL Chair Sydney Evans found herself battling accusations regarding a recent interview with The Johnsonian.
Iran, No War
Nearly two-dozen college students and community residents clenched onto lit candles as they assembled in front of Byrnes Auditorium at Winthrop University on Saturday night to condemn any hint of possible U.S. military intervention in Iran.
Corner construction closes routes
The bright orange of traffic cones and yellow police line tape have been blocking off the region for some time.
Student vets discuss possible deployment, drug-use
Mud coats the bottom of heavy combat boots, while packs of equipment weigh down a squadron of men and women.
The Real Majority has spoken: Napkin messages shed light on student behavior
While dining in Markley’s Place, several students were surprised to find messages on their napkins.
Gay rights, foreign policy, immigration crucial issues in 2012 election, voters say
“Charlotte Talks’” Mike Collins could have sworn the economy would have been the top tier issue discussed at a WFAE 90.7-sponsored public conversation about the primary with over 100 students, faculty, community members and registered voters last Tuesday.
Twitter threats spark police investigation
Social media has become both a place for the initiation of social media threats and prevention of crime.
Garvin announces bout for second term
An entire semester of campaign promises, Monday night meetings, approved resolutions, member retreats, negotiations with administrators and commisioning voter registration drives has left Kambrell Garvin with only one choice to make.
Winthrop ships out budget, state proposes 2.3 funding increase
University President Anthony DiGiorgio gave a somewhat optimistic "lay of the land" regarding state funding for Winthrop and other higher education institutions when the executive committee of Winthrop's Board of Trustees met on Wednesday.
Dacus Library updates and building improvements "on fast track" Board of Trustees Meeting Feb. 1
Students will soon be able to study in an interactive and engaging environment fused with technology, President Anthony DiGiorgio said on Wednesday in reference to the Dacus Library renovations, which will begin in May.
Corner construction closes routes
The bright orange of traffic cones and yellow police line tape have been blocking off the region for some time.
Socially-conscious high school actors "protest" on Scholar's Walk
Fourteen actors from high school disguised asccupy Wall Street protestors marched their way down Scholar’s Walk at 1:45 p.m. on Monday in an effort to raise publicity for their community performance, "Occupy Wall Street."
All eyes on Winthrop
With the Republican primaries underway, it’s not just the candidates that are receiving national media attention.
GOP front-runner fizzles out in pivotal primary
Mitt Romney —the Republican presidential hopeful who initially surged in the polls but loss the decisive first-in-the-South primary— spoke at Winthrop on Jan. 18 hoping to rally supporters behind his economic policies and plans for job creation three days before South Carolina’s critical primary.
Phelps to open in fall, disability access added
More disability access, new bathrooms and an updated interior will be what students see when they enter Phelps after renovation is completed this year.
College politicos take ‘questionable’ candidate to task
Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich just may oppose President Barack Obama in this year’s presidential race —if history has its say— and Tyler Calloway, believe it or not, isn’t too torn up about it.
Community members discuss issues candidates should address
Same-sex marriage, illegal immigration and public education are just some of the pressing issues registered voters are concerned about and want answers to from the four Republicans running for president, according to an hour long conversation between a political expert, a radio talk show host and close to 100 residents, students and families on Tuesday.
CSL adds new annual members
Seven new students were added to the Council of Student Leaders' ranks on Monday night.
Newt Gingrich wins critical South Carolina primary
Mere minutes after polls closed in South Carolina, CNN projected the decisive first-in-the-South primary.s winner: Newt Gingrich, former speaker of the House.
Ron Paul surges with TJ site viewers
Seventy-eight visitors to The Johnsonian's website voted in a simple poll that asked a simple question: "Who would you like to see as the GOP presidential candidate?"
Political reporters give Winthrop Poll positive review
The Winthrop Poll received critical acclaim from three political experts on Thursday during the West Forum.s media event.
Political journalists talk primaries, caucuses, attack ads at WU event
Enjoying consecutive wins in two critical primaries, Republican frontrunner Mitt Romney seems like a force to be reckoned as South Carolina's first-in-the-South primary on Saturday draws closer. But, as three political media experts explained at Thursday's West Forum event, looks (particularly those on the television screen) can be misleading.
Chuck Todd announces Perry's suspension from race live from WU
Broadcasting live from Winthrop's own Scholar's Walk, MSNBC's Chuck Todd discussed the most recent NBC News polls, Mitt Romney's challenge ahead to win evangelical South Carolina voters and Texas Gov. Rick Perry's decision to drop out the race during a live taping of his morning show, "The Daily Rundown," on Thursday.
Dacus provides nursing mothers with private room
The spirit of inclusiveness thrives at Winthrop.
Winthrop’s battle for state support begins—again
The beginning of a new legislative session could mean various things for state agencies, but for students of a certain liberal arts college that’s seen its state support chopped in half in the past seven years, it could mean the difference between chucking out more or less money next academic year.
Palmetto State the ‘proving ground’ for GOP combatants
Think of South Carolina as the state that can either make or break dreams.
Police: No arrests, suspects in Dec. rape case
Rock Hill Police are still looking for the man responsible for allegedly abducting a Winthrop student from the University Place parking lot and sexually assaulting her at an apartment complex away from campus more than a month ago.
All The Little Piggies Came To Winthrop
Mitt Romney was not the only special visitor to Winthrop's campus today.
State Rep.: Romney 'can't level with American people'
A Rock Hill Democrat and lawmaker released a statement criticizing GOP candidate Mitt Romney's assertion that he'll create thousands of jobs minutes after the Republican forerunner stepped off stage in McBryde Hall on Wednesday.
Students Sense Lack of Depth at Romney Rally
Many students did not leave McBryde with high hopes in president hopeful Mitt Romney.
Romney condemns Obama, turns reporters away from interviews
Republican presidential forerunner Mitt Romney walked into McBryde Hall on Wednesday to the sounds of hoots, hollers and rigorous applause in what may have been a last-ditch effort to win South Carolina voter.s allegiances before the first-in-the-South primary on Saturday.
College Dems mobilize, strategize for Romney visit, general elections
In the wake of GOP primary hoopla, Winthrop's College Democrats aren't sitting idly by on the sidelines.
Ron Paul Visits Rock Hill
Congressman Ron Paul made a quick campaign stop in Rock Hill yesterday afternoon.
CSL keeps pushing for student voting
The Council of Student Leaders has made it easy for Winthrop students to register to vote during the 2011-2012 school year.
Romney takes heat for attack ads, clarifies word 'felon' during live debate
When Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney rallies at campus on Wednesday, he will be rest assured that a cluster of Winthrop's College Republicans will be on hand to offer an assist.
Romney to visit WU
Two reliable sources have confirmed that GOP forerunner Mitt Romney will be making his way to Winthrop this Wednesday.
GOP primary 2012: All about who you know
With cues taken from the general population, "name recognition" and "familiarity" may be the motivating factors college students employ when deciding who they will vote for in the first-in-the-South primary on Jan. 21, says Political Science Professor Adolphus Belk.
Santorum talks student debt, loans in Rock Hill
Student loan availability needs to be tied to a college's ability to control costs, Rick Santorum said during his town hall meeting in Rock Hill Friday.
Chuck Todd brings "The Daily Rundown" to Scholar's Walk
Members of the Winthrop community are encouraged to don their Winthrop gear on January 19 when Chuck Todd of MSNBC fame films "The Daily Rundown" live from Scholar's Walk at 9 a.m.
Rick Santorum To Visit York County Friday
As he visits York County on Friday, presidential hopeful Rick Santorum will be stopping first for a town hall meeting at 10 a.m. at the Magnolia Room at Laurel Creek
CSL gets moving on 2012 democratic student elections
With too many members jumping ship early Monday night, the Council of Student Leaders lost a 19-member quorum that would have enabled them to vote on and fully approve a lengthy document outlining the procedures and processes for the 2012 student-wide presidential elections.
Student sexually assaulted
A female student was forced to drive to an off-campus apartment complex and later sexually assaulted by someone police describe as a black male with a goatee in his mid-20s, according to an e-mail by Chief of Police Frank Zebedis.
SACS re-accredits WU
Months of reviewing academic departments, buffering programs and crafting a global initiative have paid off in spades.
Gingrich grabs nod with likely S.C. primary voters
South Carolina voters planning to cast their ballot in the first-in-the-South GOP primary next month favor former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich as the Republican nominee for the 2012 presidential election, with Mitt Romney trailing second and Texas Gov. Rick Perry covering the tail end at third, according to results from the latest Winthrop Poll.
Stay tuned for Winthrop Poll outcomes
Results from the latest Winthrop Poll will be made available on Study Day.
Athlete discipline varies team by team
When Eagles fall from grace, Winthrop's Athletic Department as a unit has no "set" procedures for disciplining players, said Athletic Director Tom Hickman in an e-mail to The Johnsonian.
Party reps throw down on foreign policy
Almost unanimously, four college political groups decided that the United States should fix its own fiscal mess before helping European nations recover from their current economic woes.
Survey shows WU students more involved in community service than peers
The National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) has shown 93 percent of freshmen students have a favorable image of Winthrop.
Employment for college grads planned to rise
College is still worth the cost.
Men’s ex-basketball players denied assault accusations
Two men’s basketball players charged with criminal sexual conduct in the third degree this past April were found guilty of sexual misconduct by the Winthrop Judicial Council and expelled from the university before classes began this semester.
Ex-Congressman brings budget expertise to WU politicos
The South has changed; John Spratt knows that much for sure.
Survey shows WU students more involved in community service than peers
Winthrop has made a good impression.
Elections on tap for the spring
The Council of Student Leaders met the Monday before Thanksgiving break to discuss ongoing projects and the installation of an election commissioner.
Car collides with spirit bus on Oakland Ave.
A woman was sent to the hospital after her Nissan Xterra and the Winthrop Eagles spirit bus collided just outside the Winthrop University campus gate at 2:15 p.m. Saturday afternoon.
Soldiers, students come together in remembrance of U.S. veterans
In sync with 182 colleges nationwide, Winthrop held a special Veteran’s Day celebration in honor of the tenth anniversary of Sept. 11.
TKE still going without campus recognition
Surely you’ve seen them: Gray letters emblazoned on a cherry framed background; the acronym 'TKE' written on the front of T-shirts; their fingers forming a triangle.
Fraternity kicks off bike-a-thon with vets, mayor as guests
Friday, Nov. 4 started off cold, overcast and drizzly, but that did not stop Winthrop’s Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity from enthusiastically pursuing their cause.
International students recognized at GLI games
The Campus Green was filled with laughter and the spirit of competition as the second annual GLI (Global Learning Initiative) games kicked off last Tuesday.
Women manage success while living with mental illness
Bridget Patterson is many things: A good mother, a wife of 10 years, 27 years old and a home-school teacher.
Students learn programming through building games
While many people may think of games as just a form of entertainment, games are incorporated into classes at Winthrop to help students gain programming skills.
College politicos debate
Four student political groups went toe to toe in Owens Hall Tuesday night as they debated foreign policy, government spending, free trade, economic competition and the exodus of U.S. soldiers from Iraq.
Acquisition of Operations Center does not mean more parking
Parking is absolutely off limits to students, faculty and staff at the university’s newly acquired operations center on Columbia Avenue, according to a priority e-mail sent by campus Chief of Police Frank Zebedis.
Sahara Mediterranean Restaurant Fire
Sahara Mediterranean Restaurant off India Hook road was severely damaged in a fire Thursday night.
Students with mental illness to receive connections
Students diagnosed with mental illness will now be able to make connections and find support from other students starting next Tuesday.
Wobble the WU
Keeping with the theme of this year's homecoming, another impromptu flash mob convened in the lobby of the West Center to perform "The Wobble".
Winthrop enrollment increase, athletic scholarships in the talks
Winthrop’s enrollment has increased by 2.5 percent while the university has also seen a substantial increase in transfer students coming in, according to several talking points discussed by Winthrop’s Board of Trustees last Friday.
Huntsman visits WU
Republican presidential candidate Jon Huntsman pushed for tax reform, regulatory reform and energy independence—three changes he said would reignite the nation’s economic engine—during an 8 a.m. meet-and-greet at Winthrop on Friday.
Sexual assault not just rape, victim coordinator says
Of the 43 sexual assault victims Winthrop’s Office of Victim Services has served since February 2011, one of those clients has been a male while many of the recorded assaults did not occur recently, according to Victim Services Coordinator Carrie Morphis.
What the men have to say: Male students stand united against sex assault
Men can stop rape. That’s the message 12 male students are working to get across to their fellow male counterparts at Winthrop.
WU alumna journeys into transitioning gender
Jo Garnett lives a normal, productive life. She records and tours with the band “Senseless Beatings” where she plays the flute and provides backup vocals.
Students search bathrooms for transgender equality
Some students at Winthrop have taken it upon themselves to make sure that the campus, especially the bathrooms, are more accommodating for their transgender peers.
Bullying remains a problem at every age
Bullying is defined as negative actions over time, whether it means emotionally or physically, according to a slideshow prepared by members of Sigma Ghamma Rho.
Huntsman: U.S. must focus on ‘getting our house in order,’ ‘manufacturing muscle’
Graduates with liberal arts degrees would still have a place in GOP presidential candidate Jon Huntsman’s vision for a new marketplace —a vision that includes revived “manufacturing muscle” resulting from economic engagement, global competition and lower unemployment rates, he said last Friday.
Winthrop places third at site in “Battle of the Brains”
With a team of three students, Winthrop placed as the third best school at their site in the “Battle of the Brains” competition on Oct. 29, said William Thacker, associate professor of computer science.
‘Occupy Wall Street’ gives rise to ‘Occupy Winthrop’
Winthrop’s Socialist Student Union rallied on the steps of Byrnes Auditorium last Thursday afternoon in a movement against Wall Street.
Winthrop employee retires after 46 years, friends, family celebrate
The shouts of “SURPRISE” echoed throughout the fellowship hall of Rock Hill’s Union Baptist Church. The applause of family and friends thundered through the room.
Subway opening delayed
Dinkins’ basement under renovation, popular deli will reopen in spring.
On your mark, get ready, network!
Beta Alpha Psi, Winthrop’s business honor society, held a speed networking event to connect students with companies related to their areas of study last Thursday.
Winthrop alum scopes crowds for ‘Celebrations’
The weekend hits and Winthrop students start looking for off-campus entertainment.
DIGS furniture: More $$$ than meets the eye
Students ought to think twice before spilling a juicy burger or mocha frappuccino on one of the circular couches in the DiGiorgio Campus Center.
Students learn the art of the debate, WU style
Gun control, drug use, illegal immigration and Medicare were all issues discussed during the Delta Sigma Theta mock debate on Oct. 25.
Camera footage shown on WU website, free speech zones set boundaries for speakers on campus
While walking down Scholar’s walk, someone may be watching you.
Double majoring provides extra edge for college grads
Students have stepped up their idea of a college education by taking on, not one, but two majors.
The Money snags facelift, new owner after shooting
With 20 types of beer on tap, a new logo and free WiFi, the days of The Money’s designation as “scuzzy, rundown and a dive” are over, says the club’s new owner.
Student vows to walk a year without shoes
For a girl who has an obsessive amount of shoes in her closet, not being able to show them off sounds almost like a cruel joke.
Student, area Muslims prep for move to Main Street mosque
Minus the bathroom floor, any clean space will suffice for Abdulaziz Aljanfawi, who without fail kneels to the floor, turns towards the direction of Mecca and prays to Allah for two minutes five times a day.
Twins stick together from the playpen to college
From living together off campus to working the same hours at a local grocery store, the Frame brothers can almost always be found together.
Winthrop launches public phase of new ‘Distinction’ campaign
The Winthrop experience will remain intact thanks to support from donors.
Thomson’s dedication to quality food pays off
Keeping consistent with its past history, Thomson has received an ‘A’ rating from DHEC this year.
Sorority hosts ‘mini carnival’ for breast cancer education
With treats, prizes and a lot of jumping, Zeta Tau Alpha raised money to support their philanthropy, breast cancer awareness and education, during their ‘Pink Palooza’ event Monday on the campus green.
Parking spaces on the way
As soon as the university gets its hands on some much-needed signs, five short-term parking spaces will soon become available to students from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., said CSL Chair Kambrell Garvin during the Council of Student Leaders’ Monday night meeting.
Faith, love overcomes challenges of MS
Last year was a hectic time for Allison Stahl. A junior biology major, Stahl was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) this past January.
Fraternity party shut down
Alpha Phi Alpha gathering at the SAC leads to resisting arrest, assault on police officer
Zeta Case Closed
The case involving two young women wearing Zeta t-shirts while shoplifting costumes from a Rock Hill Halloween shop has been administratively closed, according to the Rock Hill Police Department.
WU bookstore apparel: Not made in the U.S.
From bedsheets to pillow cases and desk lamps to accent rugs, very few residence hall products are made in America, according to an ABC News report.
The Big 300: 300th chapter of pre-law fraternity finds form at WU, state senator drops by to offer advice, give accolades
Over two-dozen Winthrop business, political science, sociology and pre-law students can now add membership in the 300th pre-law chapter of Phi Alpha Delta to their résumés.
Lecturer teaches audience to ‘agree to disagree’
Michael Bérubé opened up his lecture by apologizing to his audience for throwing them right into the deep end.
Student vets discuss ‘changing the institution’
Eyes firmly fixed on a new target, Winthrop’s student veterans are brainstorming on a way to honor 6,000-plus fallen soldiers on a campus of 6,000-plus students.
WU orgs unite in day of ‘mission impossible’ to make lifelong difference
Every year on the fourth Saturday of October, millions of people all over the nation volunteer their time for Make a Difference Day.
Gov. Haley discusses college funding plan
Gov. Nikki Haley said on Monday that Winthrop might earn a spot on the list of higher education institutions set to receive more state funding if the university meets accountability funding standards.
Batman, Batgirl rally for the arts
Superheroes walked the campus on Monday.
Love @ Winthrop
Nine years ago, rumor had it that Darren Ritzer and Merry Sleigh were having an affair.
Choosing the right major is the first step to having a successful college experience.
While many students change their major many times, choosing the right major is a key element in having a good college experience, professor of mass communication Marilyn Sarow said.
Editor experiences community culture first-hand
I met some of the nicest and strongest people out on that dirt road.
Student socialists flaunt Left-wing politics during weekend ‘Occupy Charlotte’ protest
Banishing the economic gap between the rich and the poor was just one of many messages members of the Socialist Student Union vocalized this past Saturday at a protest in Charlotte.
College Republicans shoot for more student involvement, local Republican support
Winthrop’s College Republicans are supporting local GOP members by involving more students in politics.
College Democrats aim to back Obama, tackle issues, ‘tap’ into on-campus liberal population
Winthrop’s College Democrats will focus on the positives of President Barack Obama’s presidency in an effort to culminate support for his 2012 reelection campaign.
College student vote just as important, Haley says
Winthrop’s College Democrats will focus on the positives of President Barack Obama’s presidency in an effort to culminate support for his 2012 reelection campaign.
Student digital tales picked up by Ohio State
Winthrop’s English department has recently partnered with Ohio State University with their literary narrative archives.
Biology students memorialize classmate through science
Her memory will live on through science.
WINR loses the stairs, gains wheelchair access
Since his freshman year, junior broadcast major Donavan German has been passionately involved with WINR, Winthrop’s radio station.
Pay boost for faculty, staff a future possibility
University full time faculty and staff can still hold out hopes for a pay raise if a salary study determines salary increases plausible in the next few months.
Advocacy group forms to help ‘world’s poorest people’
They don’t want any money, just voices.
WU in ‘good shape’ 10 years from now
Land expansion is key if Winthrop can be expected to grow and flourish in the next decade, said Frank Ardaiolo, vice president of student life.
Plan early, plan now
Though it may feel like the semester has barely just begun, for the seniors—December and May grads alike—graduation will be here before you know it.
Campus train issue results in stalemate
Trains zipping through campus unlikely to stop.
With help from Facebook & give-aways, Dining Services boosts connections with commuters
Winthrop’s Dining Services has one message it wants to get across to commuter students: Don’t starve.
E-mail thieves beware: No more copy & paste on directory
Villainous spam harvesters are now no match for Winthrop‘s online student directory.
Elevation concert silenced
Working in her office late on Sept. 7, Bethany Marlowe’s windows suddenly rattled. Soon enough, her seats moved and her desk shook, she said.
Republican candidate pitches economic recovery
For Republican presidential hopeful Herman Cain, America has transformed into a nation of consistent crisis and is neglecting its once-potent moral fabric.
DiGiorgio OK’s more student parking
President also responds to splinter student group’s concerns, offers updates on College Town Action Plan
NRA lobbyist: Firearm decisions in hands of college students
With recent court cases debating the exact connotation of the Second Amendment to the Bill of Rights, Suzanne Anglewicz, manager of political and legislative activities for the National Rifle Association of America (NRA) came to Winthrop on Sept. 16 to speak to students about what exactly the right to bear arms means.
New starts get another new start
Students who are veterans, over the age of 25 or transfers from technical colleges now undergo the same application process as first-time Winthrop students, thanks to changes in the New Start Program.
Undergrads, graduates seek answers, scan options, chow down during fair
Winthrop showed off its graduate studies program to students this week during the graduate studies fair.
Professors experiment with iPad tech to enhance teaching methods
More advanced technology may soon become part of the learning experience in Winthrop classrooms.
Salesmen swindles student on Scholar's Walk
A female student was left without $120 two weeks ago after a stranger she said posed as a mass communication major and army recruiter asked her to donate money for magazine subscriptions meant to aid military personnel.
Bookstore guards against theft, expands rental program
As the busy first weeks of school come to an end, it is the bookstore’s standard practice to block off the textbook area and not allow students to get their textbooks themselves, said Alex Talley, course material manager for the Winthrop University Bookstore.
Music, design mull off campus move
Growing class sizes and diminishing space may be the culprits behind encouraging two academic departments to consider moving their operations off campus.
Starbucks' baristas experience life from behind the counter
Dezirea Jones puts on some good music and a smile every Tuesday and Thursday at 11 a.m.
Student's summer filled with humility
As he helped his camper get food and turned them over at night, junior exercise science major Tyler Polomski realized how fortunate he is to be able to walk and move on his own.
Smoke on the Skyline
Student watches the Sept. 11, 2001 tragedy from her middle school window.
Phelps Hall gains new sinks, lobby elevator
Phelps Hall is on target for reopening back in the spring and with it will bring more bathroom space and an elevator in the main lobby.
Just as Courtyard Food Court closes the kitchen, Dining Services announces Subway’s return to Dinkins
Twelve inches never tasted so good. Soon enough, students will be able to gobble down a $5 footlong again when Subway is added to the on-campus eateries this semester, according to a press release from Dining Services.
Farewell Scandals, WU knew thee well
As Winthrop University, students returned back to campus, they may have noticed that something was missing in the beginning week—First Thursday at Scandals.
No paper, no problem: WU students employees receive paperless paycheck
Student employees will now be responsible for in-putting their time on Wingspan, a trend that College of Charleston and The Citadel have also followed.
Poor cleaning habits in Courtyard spark inspections, risk fines
Dirty dishes piled in the sink now join a list of violations residents of the Courtyard may have to pay for if their apartments don’t meet standards during monthly Health & Safety Inspections.
What does WU think? Convocation 2011
The Johnsonian interviewed freshmen students at Convocation about their first week at college. Watch this video to find out what they had to say!
Lack of funding reduces Work-Study grants available to eligible students
Federal Work-Study Program funds will not be able to support all eligible students this year, Leah Sturgis, director of financial aid, said.
Elected student leader promises democracy, ‘communication’
Kambrell Garvin is a busy man these days. Only a few minutes into a scheduled interview with his visitor, the junior political science major ignored text messages, put off phone calls and explained that he had another scheduled interview in almost an hour.
Big changes on tap at Dacus
Six million or more pieces of Winthrop history moving off campus won’t be the only shift rocking Dacus Library in coming months.
CSL members: College ID sufficient for student vote
By a 20-1 vote, members of the Council of Student Leaders approved on Monday a resolution voicing their opposition to a law requiring South Carolina residents to present a photo ID at the polls before casting their vote.
Baby squirrel ‘Homie’ visits Winthrop for a day
Bundling him in a blanket, she struggled to keep him warm and give him a chance at life.
Budget constraints, economy grip DiGiorgio’s salary for third year
Taking home an annual $157,380, President Anthony DiGiorgio—the longest serving public university president in South Carolina—will not receive a salary increase for the 2011/2012 academic year.
Portion of closed Courtyard food court to lounge Honors Students
High achieving students enrolled with Winthrop’s honors program will now be able to buckle down on academics in a portion of space once belonging to the Courtyard Food Court.
Irene not a threat to WU, police chief says
Should Hurricane Irene decide to make her mark on Eagles territory, Winthrop will be prepared but the tropical storm shouldn’t be too much of a problem, said Chief of Police Frank Zebedis.
Earthquake hits U.S. East Coast
Rock Hill felt the residue of an earthquake struck near Mineral, V.A., with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
$2.6 million in bonds approved by Winthrop University Board of Trustees
Deferred maintenance projects will be supported with $2.6 million in bonds, which the Board of Trustees approved at their August 22 meeting.
Journalist gears up for watchdog role
Winthrop, I’m watching.
'Crazy' editor takes 'news' challenges
People tell me I’m crazy. I started my freshman year of college with the determination to get the most out of it as possible.
Editor reaches out for student help
Every year, Winthrop changes.
Graham to grab at Winthrop on Thursday
One of the state's leading Republicans who vocally opposed the compromise that raised the debt ceiling and quieted the nation's fiscal feud last week will speak on campus Thursday.
McNair, TRIO to migrate to Dinkins
Two scholastic university programs will find a new home in Dinkins this fall once construction in the former student center is complete by mid-September.
Winthrop to endorse county 'Pennies' project
Winthrop will throw its support behind York County's third Pennies for Progress initiative, a $161 million effort to improve the county's roads and highways by collecting funds from a 1-cent sales tax.
Santorum to host meet and greet on campus tonight
Coveting for top billing in the nation's chain of command, GOP presidential candidate Rick Santorum will hob-nob and greet supporters in the Tuttle Dining Room, adjacent to McBryde, tonight at 6:30.
Presidential candidate addresses community
Funding for higher education was not among the topics discussed during Congresswoman Michele Bachmann’s visit to Winthrop June 29.
Candidates kick off campaign
Experience the change. That was the message that rang out during the official campaign kickoff for student-body presidential candidate Kambrell Garvin and vice presidential candidate Kaitlin Sapp on Monday
Lone vice-presidential candidate advocates for CSL transparency
"I love Winthrop and I feel like its a great campus, but I feel there are a lot of things that can be changed to benefit the students, the faculty, the surrounding community of Rock Hill."
Three students vie for first CSL president position
Students break new ground in Winthrop democratic election.
Students empowered to elect CSL leaders
Winthrop students will participate in the first democratic election in 10 years this semester.
Streets, sewers on property will attract investment
As part of the city’s College Town Action Plan, the Bleachery may be part of the Textile Corridor, a green passageway that links Winthrop to downtown.
Winthrop employee remembers days as textile mill worker
Rick Walker can still remember the sight of bails of cloth being beaten, sewn, flattened, dyed and folded on the factory floors of the old Rock Hill Printing & Finishing Co., commonly called the Bleachery.
In-state enrollment may affect funding
Following Governor Nikki Haley’s outline, Winthrop must provide the most recent data on in-state and out-of-state enrollment.
Prices of acts rise; university doesn't plan to increase entertainment crew's allocations
Tom DeLuca. Recycled Percussion. Buzz Sutherland. All brought by Winthrop’s programming board to entertain campus.
Six students interested in 2011 student government positions
With the new democratic elections approaching, six students have shown interest in running for president or vice president of student government.
WU to potentially lose 6 percent in state funding as stimulus money expires
As state legislators in Columbia weigh in on the future of higher education, Winthrop continues to keep federal funding issues on its radar, said Rebecca Masters, assistant to the president for public affairs.
Students take advantage of tutoring programs, earmark funds needed to keep services alive
A Winthrop freshman who failed his first college math test has aspirations to become a neuroscientist and try to find a cure for cancer.
Changing majors, career paths part of finding ‘perfect’ job
More years ago than I’d like to admit, I entered my undergraduate college career convinced I would major in English and be the next great American novelist.
College Town Action Plan won’t bring more crime, police say
A more collegiate Rock Hill won’t bring any increases in crime, Winthrop Campus Police say.
President’s House gets facelift
A rotting porch about to collapse led the university to begin renovations on the President’s House, said Walter Hardin, vice president for facilities management.
WU social media draws prospective students
Before marching in the traditional Blue Line, Loren Mixon already had her first taste of the type of people she would meet at Winthrop.
Library archives relocate to old Bookworm
Since coming to Winthrop in 1986, Gina White has seen the Winthrop archives move locations twice inside the library.
Latest Apple device available for use in library
With the flick of a finger, Jennifer Davis can watch her favorite TV shows, receive the latest Facebook updates and get her daily news fix.
Graduation rates may affect state college funding
Colleges across the state must now provide data to Gov. Nikki Haley in order to receive state funding, and Winthrop is no exce
22nd annual Mass Communication Week
A reporter covering politics in Columbia is among the guests that will get the spotlight at the 22ndannual Mass Communication Week...
Journey from war to Winthrop
Student Marine veteran reaches out to returning soldiers.
Margaret Nance residents vote to change visitation
Thanks to its all-female residents, Margaret Nance’s visitation policy is now self-regulated on Saturdays.
DegreeWorks problems smooth out
DegreeWorks, the electronic degree checklist, has experienced a notable amount of technical hang-ups since its inception.
Student election info sessions
All students are able to run for Winthrop’s new democratic government, but first there are some preliminary steps.
Cultural event scanner responsibilities encompass time, patience, rules at WU
At 8:01 p.m., mass communication major Norie Young turned off her I.D. scanner and let out a sigh of relief.
RAs start speed dating to give students shot at love, friendship
Some students may have found their soul mate last week in the student center, if only for a minute and a half.
Lell’s Cafe serves home-cooked meals with community support
If we are what we eat, Rock Hill’s Lell Trogdon is on both ends of the spectrum.
Master’s program promotes public literacy
Rock Hill will soon become a city full of proficient public school readers.
Congressmen Clyburn, Mulvaney to speak on campus this spring
While state representatives have differing opinions on the state of Washington, D.C., Winthrop will host two South Carolina members of Congress who have divergent ideas.
Anthropology, counseling among classes offered online, more to come
Winthrop is getting wired, with 21 classes being offered online this summer.
Students critique, improve WU through class writing project
A Winthrop with earlier cultural events, mentoring programs and the end to early athletic registration could be in the realm of possibilities.
WU HIV cases not increasing
Any rumors about an increase in positive HIV diagnoses on Winthrop’s campus are not true, said Monica Adamian, director of prevention services at Catawba Care Coalition.
State puts higher education on back burner, SC politicians say
Winthrop, along with other small South Carolina universities and colleges, may be rewarded for its commitment to enrolling in-state students in the upcoming fiscal year, said Gary Simrill, state representative to the South Carolina Legislature, on Feb. 4.
Art students craft bike racks for downtown
Downtown Rock Hill is ready to ride, and Winthrop art students and the city’s bike club are the reasons why.
Liberty Tree: Joint initiative to celebrate First Amendment freedoms
The First Amendment guarantees the right to feel how you want to feel, and you don’t have to be afraid to express it.
Capture a Career
Score a summer job, internship or career with help from the Center for Career and Civic Engagement’s graduate assistant
Driving Toasted
Olsen and Matt Horick, both art students, thought it would be funny to build magnet toast pieces on top of Krysten Sobus’ car.
Facilities management to permeate recently purchased operations center
The operations center Winthrop purchased for almost $3 million will soon be vacant of Rock Hill personnel, just in time for Winthrop’s facilities management to set up camp.
Study buddies connect across classrooms
No longer will students have to awkwardly make classroom friends just to find study partners.
WU government opens seats to student body
In the new student-wide elections, both president and vice-president seats will be available for student vote, said CSL Chair Sydney Evans.
WU rolls with student biking campaign
Biking is a passion for Frank Rizzo.
Fake laughter benefits heart, immune system
Laughter is therapeutic medicine.
Credit cards pose potential danger
College is traditionally the clichéd place for students to discover their own strong sense of self—not to have their identity stolen.
Students promote local businesses
It is called the Hive because it is a workplace buzzing with activity.
WU makes team effort to prevent campus tragedy
Winthrop is equipped to deal with a Jared Loughner on campus.
Making budget helps students stay out of debt, professor says
College can create a black hole in students’ wallets, but many ways exist to prevent getting too deep in debt.
Winthrop dedicates performance lab in honor of pioneer at celebration of life
Mary Roland Griffin was once a student here at Winthrop University. She was an integral part of Winthrop’s faculty, devoted family member, innovative coach and the only female athletics director in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletes (NAIA).
University-level competencies help WU excel to ‘high level,’ affects all majors
All Winthrop students should be able to communicate effectively, think critically and be socially responsible by graduation, according to Winthrop’s university-level competencies.
Crossing the street: Visually impaired student fears safety of roadways
Stefanie Magura was barely out of the street when a car came within a few feet of hitting her.
New campus-wide elections will allow students to vote for President, Vice-President; only candidates from CSL
After 10 years of representatives from a non-elected student body, Winthrop will hold a campus-wide election for student leaders.
Leitner employee finds stolen service truck at off-campus apartment complex
A Leitner Construction service truck that was stolen last July was found at Whisper Creek Apartments on Herlong Avenue last Thursday, according to a police report.
Car accident claims life of alum one week after graduation
Hannah Floyd loved drinking coffee and eating.
Borrowed money spent on new buildings, renovations
Like many other universities, students here are not the only ones who owe money to lending institutions.
Hardin Garden opens, displays 'The Worm,' other student artwork
Beyond the tractors, construction workers and rust-colored dirt that occupied the area behind Roddey Apartments, two things stood out to passers-by: the giant silver moon/palmetto tree overlooking the campus, and the black, worm-like object resting next to Johnson Hall.
Shaking up the Syllabus
While some students spent their first three days of classes sledding and making snow angels, professors scrambled to compensate for the three days they lost.
3-day snow closure makes WU history
A wintry mix of snow, ice and sleet helped make Winthrop history when classes were canceled three days in a row.
Owens re-opens for classes after fire
Owens Hall re-opened for classes this semester after the building’s attic caught fire on March 6, 2010.
Global Learning Initiative encourages students to study abroad
GLI may be key to guaranteeing Winthrop’s accreditation renewal this spring.
GLI Games jumpstart new WU quality enhancement plan
A little rain didn’t stop the commencement of the GLI Games from taking full swing at the DiGiorgio Campus Center Concourse on November 16.
New restaurants open near campus
Restaurants are popping up around Winthrop. Three opened this semester.
Illustration graduate cites hard work as key to success
With an engagement and graduation, 2008 became a year for new beginnings for Winthrop University student Mike Sudduth.
Lee Wicker, Thomson up next for building renovation
More renovations are in store for Winthrop’s campus in the coming months.
WU students earn better health, prizes by choosing to use stairs
Were you caught using the stairs instead of the elevator?
New bistro benefits community, students
In support of local farming, Rock Hill has opened the door on another community-oriented business.
Foundation pays partly for DiGiorgio’s off-campus living expenses
President Anthony DiGiorgio will recieve an annual $20,000 from the Winthrop Foundation for “comparable services’ expenses for the residence,” according to the Foundation’s website. The president’s contract appropriates the amount.
West Center equipment feels like ‘running on the moon’
Austin Weiss biked uphill on Stormy Hollow for about 30 minutes and then went straight to Starbucks in the campus center to guzzle caffeine before class.
Rutgers bullying brings light to minority acceptance
On Sept. 22, 18-year-old Rutgers University freshman Tyler Clementi leapt to his death from the George Washington Bridge in Piscataway Township, N.J. Clementi took his own life after his roommate, Dharun Ravi, allegedly video-streamed Clementi’s sexual encounter with another man over the Internet without Clementi’s consent.
Screen-reading technology gives students without sight ability to read books, take tests
Just like the average college student, senior business administration major Stephanie Maguras takes tests, writes papers, does homework and checks her e-mail regularly.
WU Alumna marries WU alumnus
The spring of 1999 was an exciting time for April Lovegrove. She was at the end of her journey as an undergraduate student at Winthrop University, obtaining her B.A. in Political Science.
University discloses DIGS dedication cost
Winthrop spent $13,325.12 on a special ceremony to dedicate the new campus center to its namesake: President Anthony DiGiorgio and his wife Gale.
Former soccer coach sues Winthrop
The former head soccer coach and founder of the women’s soccer program at Winthrop filed a sexual discrimination lawsuit against the college and three of its employees last week, according to a federal court filing.
WU sets aside $6M to renovate Phelps
Leitner Construction will tackle the job of renovating Phelps Hall in the upcoming months.
Students in archaeology first to dig at Historic Brattonsville’s slave cemetery
Students can get down and dirty in a course offered at Historic Brattonsville next semester: anthropology 345: fieldwork in archaeology.
On-campus Subway not ruled out, says WU Dining Services director
With the arrival of the new DiGiorgio Campus Center came the report of students claiming they are running out of café cash quickly in it its food court – quicker than when the campus still had Dinkins.
Foundation supplies president with $20K for off-campus housing expenses
As appropriated in his contract, President Anthony DiGiorgio will receive an annual $20,000 from the Winthrop Foundation for "'comparable services' expenses for the residence," according to the Foundation's website.
New GPS tracking system helps hook bike thefts
Campus Police have the hook, and some criminals are taking the bait.
Students serve community through marketing project
Combining classroom learning with real-world experience, one student group is taking a school project to a whole new level.
Model UN preps to celebrate 35 years
Model United Nations (UN) will celebrate its 35th year anniversary with a 1976 Security Council and 27 high schools in attendance at its annual conference in March.
Former WU Employee Died Thursday
A former Winthrop employee facing charges of breach of trust died Thursday morning, at the age of 56.
Blackboard to replace WebCT
Blackboard will replace WebCT as Winthrop’s primary online course management system next semester.
Graduate program allows education majors to earn master’s degree in 1 year
Students who want to teach can earn their master’s degrees in one year thanks to a new graduate program, the Master’s of Arts in Teaching Five Year Option (MAT5).
Speech Department suspends communication disorders degree to make revisions to program
Last year, Winthrop announced the decision to suspend the bachelor’s degree in speech communication disorders, meaning after spring 2011, faculty teaching speech courses associated with that program will be affiliated with another department in the College of Arts and Sciences.
La. presidential semi-finalist will remain at Winthrop
Winthrop will keep a valued faculty member after the search for a Louisiana univeristy president comes to an end.
University College moves to Dinkins, student organizations offered locker option
As soon as clubs and organizations moved out of Dinkins, University College moved right in and made itself at home.
Walk2Campus purchases UP building, renames it Campus Walk
Walk2Campus Properties purchased a building at University Place and renamed it Campus Walk.
DeMint neglects S.C., senate candidate says
Senator Jim DeMint from South Carolina is AWAL, Tom Clements told students and faculty on a campaign stop at Winthrop tonight.
Protesters exercised free speech rights
The street preachers who aroused a student protest on Byrnes’ front lawn Wednesday were not given a permit, said Frank Ardaiolo, vice president for student life.
Faculty appeals process put on back burner for upcoming board meeting
With a new campus center comes new meeting places, and the Gold Room will hold such events.
Transfer students acclimate to new college, urge campus involvement
Junior Allen Body started his college career at the University of South Carolina in Columbia. Completing his freshman year in April 2008, Body realized he could save more money by staying at home in Rock Hill and commuting back and forth to Winthrop.
Career fairs: Make employers do a double-take
Alright, troops. We’ve been through the ringer these past three weeks, and the time is nigh for you to put your professional prowess to the test.
Jobs 2010 - October 28
Once graduating, political science graduate Josh Walker and mass communication graduate Kyra Warren packed up their belongings and moved to St. Paul, Minn.
Baseball coach contract expected by December
Over the summer, Winthrop appointed a new head baseball coach, Tom Riginos, who has been working with the Eagles during their summer and fall practices.
Professor moves on to city manager position
Scenes of whispering students, faculty lunches and black marker on the whiteboard will now exist as memories for one veteran professor.
Preachers did not need space request
The street preachers who aroused a student protest on Byrnes’ front lawn Wednesday were not given a permit, said Frank Ardaiolo, vice president for student life.
Visiting preachers prompt protest
Students got riled up in front of Byrnes Wednesday when a group of street preachers came to “share the gospel.” Shawn David Holes, who goes by Shawn the Baptist, Patte Smith and others held a demonstration on Byrnes’ front lawn that aroused the attention of Winthrop students, who proceeded to form a crowd around the preachers.
Student handcuffed, not charged at Byrnes protest
A junior psychology major was handcuffed by Campus Police and taken away from a protest on campus today. Protestors held posters with pictures of aborted babies and told listeners they were “concerned” about their salvation.
Auto Club educates students about car care
Automotive enthusiasts and novices alike can look forward to a new club on Winthrop's campus.
La. university names Tom Moore as semi-finalist for presidency
While Winthrop's current president goes on his 22nd year here, two other faculty have been finalists for the president position elsewhere.
Education graduates struggle to find teaching jobs where they live
Since the recession began in December 2007, the job market for graduates nationwide has been fragile.
Political science honors society participates in “punk rock” unemployment event downtown
Winthrop's political science honors society, Pi Sigma Alpha, is taking part in an event that will tackle subjects such as unemployment, punk rock and the Knowledge Economy from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Oct. 22.
Common book author encourages students to be solution to poverty
The freshmen class of 2014 was assingned summer read: "Making the Impossible Possible," penned by Vince Rause on the experiences and life story of CEO and social activist Bill Strickland.
Video competition open to students
Students can earn a first-place award of $200 for submitting homemade videos on the topic of HIV, AIDS or STD prevention.
Computer lab added to Margaret Nance; empty Java City may house ice cream shop
Starbucks in the new campus center replaced Java City, and a computer lab has been added to Margaret Nance.
WU professors earn awards, step into new roles
Winthrop produced another political another political leader last week when David Vehaun, political science professor, was appointed Rock Hill's new city manager.
Two baseball players charged with consumption of alcohol underage
One Winthrop baseball player was arrested and one ticketed early this morning on charges of underage drinking.
SUV rolls into Winthrop Lake
A disc golfer visiting from Wisconsin made a big splash on the course today when his blue Ford Explorer rolled into Winthrop Lake.
Winthrop buys property from city
University buys operations center; city purchases Winthrop Park
Job market sends education major back to school
Ask Laura Kendrick what she was looking forward to most in her classroom and she’d say interacting with her students.
Artists make tradition one sketch at a time
With the melodic beats of a band called Iron & Wine and the sweet scent of a lit candle, the magic begins.
What not to wear: interview style
Appropriate dress for your interview is easy with these tips and tricks from the Center for Career and Civic Engagement graduate assistant
Former student turns helping students into career
When she was in college, Winthrop alumna Kim Wright enjoyed helping people.
WU boasts full accreditation
SACS will visit Winthrop this spring to renew its 12-15 year tradition of being a fully accredited institution.
WU police arrest junior soccer player for disorderly conduct
A Winthrop men's soccer player was arrested Friday morning around 2 a.m. for public disorderly conduct, along with two other people, according to a Winthrop police report.
State board announces college construction freeze
A state-wide freeze on college construction projects is a reminder of the “new reality” facing higher education, President Anthony DiGiorgio wrote in an e-mail to students today.
Fine arts students spend hours perfecting artwork for presentation to review board
It’s well-known that the artist is his or her toughest critic.
Commuters cram driving, studying, friends into busy class schedules
Not many people can say they’ve lived in three different area codes at once.
Tax added to Café Cash purchases, not meal plan swipes
Something that makes café cash appealing to students is the absence of sales tax when purchases are made during meals.
Cherry Road targeted for improvement
Students will soon have a safer walk across Cherry Road.
DiGiorgio unveils scholarship endowment at opening ceremony for DIGS, will be paid out starting in 2017
Students looking for scholarships will have an opportunity to benefit from the Mary Grace and Antonino DiGiorgio Endowed Scholarship, which was announced Friday during a dedication luncheon for the DiGiorgio Campus Center.
Admission pamphlets advertise inactive clubs
Some of the 180 student clubs and organizations advertised on Winthrop’s website and emailed to the entire student body are inactive.
Alumnus gives back to WU with kicks and punches
When Delmar Minor graduated from Winthrop in spring of 2007, he left knowing that being a student at Winthrop made him a better man.
WU property appeals to off-campus housing group
Walk2Campus Properties won a bid to purchase the Lodge, a privately owned motor lodge on Oakland Avenue that was purchased by Winthrop in the 1980s to be used as additional housing.
Students balance class, parenthood in life on-campus
College students' rooms are usually filled with ear-marked papers, dirty laundry and half-eaten bags of Goldfish. But this semester, entire families can be found in a residence hall.
Networking, resumes the keys to landing jobs
Once you graduated, you're in the same pool as thousands of other graduates. So how do you make your light shine brighter than the rest?
Winthrop graduating same percentage of blacks and whites
Winthrop has succeeded in recruiting and retaining a critical mass of African-American students, and now they are graduating at the same rate as majority students.
Organization gives commuters a voice and connection
With a new office in Dinkins' former post office, a rewritten constitution and three organized committees, the Commuter Student Association (CSA) plans to continue giving commuter students a chance to express their voices and be engaged on campus.
Campus center changes parking dynamics for students, faculty
Faculty members and commuter students say they have found some difficulty parking within reasonable walking distances on campus this semester.
Investigations lead to arrests of 2 former Winthrop employees
Two separate investigations that began in the spring of 2010 have ended in the arrests of two former Winthrop employees.
Life of a night host
Osman Ali has a very serious job.
Owens construction expected to be completed by late fall
The total repairs for Owens Hall will cost roughly $5 million, said Walter Hardin, the associate vice president for facilities management.
Waiting for renovation
Still sitting quietly and untouched, Phelps Hall is awaiting a bidder to swoop in and give it a makeover.
Nicaragua provides students chance to assess past WU projects
Two students will have the opportunity to travel to Nicaragua next semester to survey the impact of previous Winthrop service projects on the local community.
Second employee arrested for profiting from sale of scrap metal
A second Winthrop employee was arrested today, September 13, just three days after another former employee was taken into custody on an unrelated charge.
Former employee arrested for misuse of WU credit card
A former Winthrop employee was arrested Thursday on charges of embezzlement, procuring university credit card charges totaling $209,370. George Walker, a former printing services employee, turned himself in to the police after a several-month long investigation.
Financial Aid staff reaches out to homeless students at WU
Out of the 7,137 applications Winthrop has received for the school year, eight applicants have answered as being “unaccompanied youth” or “at risk at being homeless.”
College town: group's final plan coming soon
Ensuring a more pedestrian-friendly environment on Cherry Road and converting downtown Rock Hill into a hub of interest and entertainment for college students were topics discussed at the College Town Action Plan working group’s final meeting this past summer.
Cutting landlines in residence halls saves WU $30K
In the past, students have been able to hook up a landline phone in their residence hall rooms and could receive calls free of charge. But like many universities, such as Lander, Clemson and USC, Winthrop has removed that ability.
Bunking Beds
When Nigel Angevine walked into what was supposed to be his first dorm room in college, he was surprised to find three beds instead of the usual two in his predominantly male residence hall Richardson.
Recital credits: required but valuable
Katie Towson is taking 21 credit hours, 12 classes—many of them worth only one credit hour—and living off campus this semester.
WU named top 10 school
Winthrop University has been ranked one of the top ten best colleges in the Southeast by U.S. News & World Report.
Campus smoking ban still up for discussion
Though a touchy subject throughout last year, Winthrop is still in discussions about its smoking policy.
New home, new memories
Welcome home.
Make Winthrop the happiest place on earth
I bet you’re a smart person. You’ve already made one smart decision - you came to Winthrop.
Journalism: it's who we are, it's what we do
The news is kinetic. It doesn’t stop and it never ends. The beginning of 2010 itself was a dynamic semester of newsworthy events for Winthrop.
Whoever you are, whatever you do: we want you
I’m a renowned expert on cupcakes, fake moustaches, Michael’s craft stores, crooning and horrible, horrible puns. But I know very little of anything else.
Maintain technology, maintain work
With another semester upon us, I think it is important for you to know how technology will impact you this semester.
Copy editor explains journalism lingo
“I believe the new Johnsonian Web site looks great!” she exclaimed.
Homesick dog resists new family home
My family raised the best golden retriever in the world in the best house in the world.
Truck stolen from campus construction site
An unlocked Leitner Construction Co. service truck was stolen overnight from the construction site of the DiGiorgio Campus Center, according to a Campus Police incident report filed Wednesday.
Former employees under investigation for misuse of money, scrap metal
Two former Winthrop employees are under investigation for two potential breach of trust violations.
Students pay 4.9 percent more tuition
In-state students will pay $285 more and out-of-state students will see an increase in tuition of $648, per semester.
CSL elects new chair, vice chair
A group hoping to establish a student government that is democratically elected is now officially a Winthrop organization.
WU seeks community input for College Town
Students were only allowed to play with the racquets for one hour if other students were waiting in line behind them.
Winthrop's transition to a co-education experience
Current staff members remember men’s arrival as students on campus.
Winthrop prepared to respond to shooting
Winthrop faculty say in light of recent Alabama campus shooting, they still feel safe in educational atmosphere.
Winthrop hosts higher education debate
Students can pick up tickets from the Information Desk in Dinkins. Tickets are free but are needed for entry to the event.
Winthrop receives shipment of 12 new racquets
Students were only allowed to play with the racquets for one hour if other students were waiting in line behind them.
University prepares to move in new campus center on time
University officials say facilities management workers will move necessary items from Dinkins to the DiGiorgio Campus Center over the summer.
Trustees strip faculty of appeals capacity
The Winthrop faculty conference recently voted unanimously to send a resolution to the Board of Trustees expressing their disappointment in the board for not reversing its decision during the board’s February retreat.
Students take advantage of 'free parking'
Substation II owner Charles Ruffalo used to have a deal with Winthrop students who wanted to keep their cars in the parking lot of his business: eat with him once a week, sign a log-in sheet as proof of being a customer and then you could park in one of the five spaces for rent.
Structure of Owens is okay, dean of arts and sciences wrote
Firefighters contained the fire to Owens. But the Bancroft Annex, which is connected to Owens suffered water damage, according to an e-mail from Debra Boyd, dean of arts and sciences.
Restaurant, bar near campus opening soon
Pub House owner offers 10 percent off for Winthrop community to dine-in, take-out
Psychology students try to define sexting
Research group explores the meaning behind sexual text messages.
Owens building on fire
Firefighters are trying to control a fire that spread throughout the roof of 32,200-square-foot Owens Hall on Saturday. No injuries have been reported.
Smoke forces student to hotel
After about six hours into the fire that started on the rooftop of Owens yesterday, residents living in Margaret Nance took the initiative to move out of their rooms and away from the plumes of smoke overhead.
New Wingspan rolls out for Fall registration
This new system will begin with fall registration for students. Students will be able to use the new Wingspan to register for classes.
Winthrop's largest single benefactor increases endowment
More than $3 million in scholarships have been donated by Thomas G. Slaughter, making him the largest single donor in Winthrop’s history.
Spiritual leader set example of faith, integrity
After fighting cancer for two and a half years, Father David Valtierra passed away on Friday, May 21.
Faculty disappointment yields silence at board meeting
The Board of Trustees had no response to Winthrop faculty’s resolution of disappointment in the board’s decision to remove faculty appeals to President Anthony DiGiorgio.
Cost of on-campus rooms, meal plans increases
Winthrop students will pay an increase of 3 percent in room and board rates and a 2 percent increase in food costs next year.
Basketball player cited for marijuana
One Winthrop basketball player was ticketed for possession of marijuana in an on-campus apartment on Saturday night.
Winthrop web site makes private information public
Some students and faculty also have their cell phone numbers listed instead of their room or office numbers.
Online tool helps solve crimes at WU
Reporting a campus crime can sometimes be a hassle, but with an anonymous online tool, sending Campus Police information about a crime is easy and effective.
Walk2Campus owner chosen for Winthrop, Rock Hill's College Town Action Plan
Sophomore business administration major Katelyn Barringer lives in a house off campus with new cabinetry, fresh paint, refurbished bathrooms and new appliances -- a living situation she found “more ideal” for college students.
Energy-efficient kiosks save money
What if you are running to class on the first day, are halfway there and you forget the location of your class? It would probably be out of the way to run to a computer lab or back to your room.
Input sessions give Winthrop chance to express opinion
A dance club and an art house cinema near campus were on student’s list of suggestions for College Town Action Plan (CTAP) representatives on Tuesday.
Aid for college hard to come by
Money doesn’t grow on trees. But many college students may wish it did.
Board open to CSL's structure
Winthrop Board of Trustees members are receptive to the idea of discussing student elections for student government positions, said Sydney Evans, Council of Student Leaders (CSL) chair.
Cause of fire still unknown
Rock Hill fire officials have established a point of origin for the fire that disrupted campus events over the weekend and class on Monday, according to a press release from the city of Rock Hill. The cause is still unknown.
Classes expected to resume tomorrow
Classes are expected to resume normal schedule Tuesday, according to a press release sent at 12:40 p.m. today.
CSL charters new organization, reaches out to community
Scandal's is looking to expand the business' popularity from the weekends only to the beginning of the week.
Fire reduces student employee's hours
Colin Miller, senior chemistry major, worked on the first floor computer lab of Owens for two years. Not Anymore.
Flames posed no harm to residents
As sophomore Jamie Bellah sat at her computer in Margaret Nance Saturday, she began to smell smoke.
Freshmen class projects earn state award for service learning
The Council on Higher Education awarded Winthrop its Service Learning Award this year after all the ACAD 101 students worked together on projects to alleviate hunger.
Honor society assists students with tax returns
Beta Alpha Psi, an accounting honors society in Winthrop’s College of Business, is offering Winthrop students the chance to have their income tax returns filed free of charge.
National media uses Winthrop Poll
One in five South Carolinians worried about having enough food to eat at some point last year, according to the Winthrop Poll.
New Locations - Owens classes moved
If your class has been re-located and you do not understand the information about the new location on Wingspan, look here
Police charge two for stealing cafe cash
There is no such thing as a free lunch.
Professor reports theft in Bancroft
No leads on pill theft in Bancroft
Winthrop works with two Wingspans until August
Wingspan got a makeover.
WU police chief praises students, recovery efforts
The Owens fire may have prevented students from going to class on Monday, but it didn’t stop their Winthrop spirit from reaching out to emergency responders.
225 Class Sections Moved from Owens, Bancroft
Some professors will be grading papers in the TV room of Margaret Nance between classes until their offices can be re-opened.
AKA Rushee Reports Harassment, Bullying
The historically black fraternities and sororities that make up the National Pan-Hellenic Council were established by their founders as a means to promote academic achievement, community involvement, leadership, equality and unity among black college students.
April 2010 Events
The NAACP is hosting the Swaggajacked Tour, a benefit concert where students mock mainstream artists.
Campus Police Chief: New enforcement needed for bike policy
Bikers will pay $25 for improperly parking their rides starting March 22, according to a new bike policy.
Classes cancelled Monday due to Owens fire
All on-campus classes are cancelled for Monday. Classes and offices located in Owensand Bancroft are being moved to other locations beginning Tuesday and for the rest ofthe semester.
College Republicans question cultural event rules
Winthrop College Republicans applied for cultural event status for an on-campus eventhosting Nikki Haley, S.C. gubernatorial candidate.
College Town Action Plan: faculty speak up
When professor Lane Lovegrove was an undergraduate at Winthrop, businesses like Mother Earth, a vegetarian diner, were in close proximity to campus and easily accessible for students. That was 10 years ago.
DiGiorgio to attend CSL meeting
Due to a change in President Anthony DiGiorgio's schedule, he will not attend the March 8 CSL meeting, the president's office told The Johnsonian on Wednesday.
Dining halls receive -A-s
DHEC inspections reflect only minor problems for on-campus eateries
Dining Services answers the call
Dining services offered help to firefighters during Owens fire last Saturday and Sunday.
Exchange student falls from balcony in Italy
A Winthrop student studying abroad in Italy is hospitalized after falling nearly 40 feet from an apartment balcony last week.
FarmVille distracts students from studying
FarmVille finds 80M users, WU students join in the craze
Fire damages total more than $4.5 M
Preliminary damage estimates for the March 6 Owens fire are more than $4.5 million.
Governor hopefuls debate education funds
Funding was the hot topic among South Carolina gubernatorial candidates on campus for a debate on Tuesday.
Health care law raises age students stay on insurance
The new health care reform law is full of many confusing technicalities, but what exactly does the bill mean for students?
Journals lose state funding
Library dean hopeful databases survive cuts
Juniors, seniors begin house hunt
Rising juniors and seniors who did not find on-campus rooms during last week’s sign-up process have the option of joining a Residence Life waiting list.
