I, like many others, grew up in a home that not only housed our family, it also housed the “room.” The magical space I dared not enter without permission and once inside, I knew better than to touch anything unless specifically asked to do so. My voice would immediately become […]
Month: November 2009
WSSU seeking students with higher GPAs, SAT scores
In its quest for students of a higher caliber, Winston-Salem State has raised GPA requirements as well as SAT scores. Fall 2008 WSSU required high school students to have a 2.87 GPA as well as an 889 SAT score. The following year, eligible students needed a 3.19 GPA and a […]
SU radio, formerly WRAM student radio, no longer broadcasting due to undisclosed violations
A ‘voice without sound’ may best describe Winston-Salem State’s student radio station, SU Radio, formerly WRAM. Oct. 22, Elvin Jenkins, general manager of WSNC 90.5 FM Radio Station and adviser of SU Radio, took SU Radio off air because he said the students had violated the station‘s protocol. Jenkins […]
Crosswalks and crossguards helping to create safe WSSU campus streets
The short-term changes in traffic routes and pedestrian flow in front of Winston-Salem State are causing some delays. But the adjustments will protect and provide long-term safety. WSSU and the city of Winston-Salem went into discussions 18 months ago about the dangers of crossing Martin Luther King Boulevard. Therefore a […]
Tips to keep it ‘fly’ without breaking the bank
Let’s face it. As college students most of us have not achieved “throw it in the bag” status, and for financially fettered fashionistas achieving and retaining the look can be a daunting task when faced with a limited budget. Two Trends To Watch Knee and Thigh High Boots: Sister […]
Study abroad can prepare students for their careers
Would you like to spend a semester studying abroad? Each year Winston-Salem State sends students to study abroad. Candace Kelly, Grace Sturdivant, and Jennifer Paige all traveled abroad. Kelly, senior, elementary education major, from Leland, N.C., traveled to Chile for two weeks through the Maymester program. While there, Kelly visited […]
Annual International Week highlights global issues
Winston-Salem State will be transformed into a cultural melting pot with guest speakers, international cuisines and more during the week of Nov. 16. Every November the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of State assign a week for international education. The Office of International Programs at WSSU plans […]
Dress code discussions at WSSU get mix-match reactions
Morehouse College administration declared the “Appropriate Attire Policy” in October. Their policy outlines 11 expectations pertaining to how male students should dress while on campus. Instead of requiring specific clothing, their new policy details clothing deemed unacceptable for students such as “sagging” pants, women’s clothing and headgear. Civil Rights […]
Campus Crime Blotter: Oct. 3 – Nov. 13
Saturday, Oct. 3 At 5 a.m. there was an alcohol violation in Foundation Heights. A staff member reported a student lying on the floor by the elevator. An officer responded and EMS was contacted. The student was transported to Baptist Hospital and the case is now closed. Saturday, Oct. 10 […]
Devin Cherry awarded Coach’s ‘Game Ball’
Devin Cherry, from Charlotte is a sophomore on the Rams golf team. The former student of Independence High School is a dominate left-handed player in his second year on the team. Rams head coach Robert Bethea has selected him as the recipient of the Coach’s Game Ball. It was […]