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WSSU Class of 2022: Where are they headed?
May 11, 2022
As Winston-Salem State University prepares for another commencement, here’s a glimpse of where a few of the 2022 graduates are headed post-graduation.WSSU’s Rajah Caruth to Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway May 27
May 11, 2022
Sophomore Rajah Caruth will be the first professional driver in a NASCAR series to represent an HBCU. Caruth will be racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 27 as part of the Coca-Cola 600 weekend in Concord, N.C.WSSU cheerleader Destiny Martin named brand ambassador for Champion "Get It Girl" campaign
May 03, 2022
Martin said of the most satisfying parts of this process wasn't the fact that she was picked, but that cheerleaders were chosen for the campaign along with other college athletes.Gov. Roy Cooper appoints WSSU police chief Amir Henry to state commission
April 14, 2022
Last week Governor Roy Cooper announced appointments to North Carolina Boards and Commissions. Winston-Salem State University's Chief of Police Amir Henry was appointed to the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.WSSU Center for the Study of Economic Mobility selected for prestigious Fair Housing Breaking Barriers Award
April 11, 2022
What began as a “startling” revelation to Winston-Salem State University economics professor Craig Richardson five years ago has developed into a community-changing program that has been selected for one of Winston-Salem’s most prestigious community awards.WSSU occupational therapy program offers one-of-a-kind mental health concentration
April 11, 2022
Occupational therapy involves the use of assessment and intervention to develop, recover, or maintain the meaningful activities, or occupations of individuals. All-to-often though, a key tool is missing for occupational therapists: mental health training.
WSSU student, entrepreneur, and filmmaker Earl Robinson selected for McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden Scholarship
April 05, 2022
Earl Robinson, a 19-year-old sophomore at Winston-Salem State University, is living, smiling, shining proof that life often travels in a full circle.
DeBono earns UNC Board of Governor’s Teaching Award
March 16, 2022
Amber DeBono, Ph.D, an associate professor of psychology at Winston-Salem State University, has been honored by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors as a recipient of the 2022 Awards for Excellence in Teaching.WSSU hosts its first faculty Fulbright Scholar Rita Ismailova
March 10, 2022
When Rita Ismailova was selected to be a Fulbright Scholar, she had the choice to pick most any college or university in the world to attend for almost a year of research.
WSSU’s Pheng Pickett lands $5,000 motorsports scholarship from Dr. Pepper, 23XI Racing
March 01, 2022
Pheng Pickett grew up around motorsports. As a kid he had a passion for anything with a motor that went fast.With star’s encouragement, a WSSU “Ruby in the Rough” makes her dreams come true and pays it forward
March 01, 2022
Inspiration and encouragement often come from the unlikeliest of places. Take the case of Sharandica Midcalf. She had chance meeting with entertainer Nick Cannon three years ago. His words of encouragement that day emboldened Midcalf to attack her dream of going to Winston-Salem State University.
Two Winston-Salem State University students awarded American Heart Association’s HBCU Scholars Award
February 22, 2022
Erykah Johnson, a WSSU senior, and Meghan Anthony, a junior, were selected for the American Heart Association’s Historic Black College and University Scholars Program.Role as Adobe Ambassador on WSSU campus gave Thompson an advantage when she began career search
February 22, 2022
When Martasia Thompson walked across the stage at Winston-Salem State University’s graduation last May, she was prepared to walk into a career. And she did.Mister and Miss WSSU competing for CIAA crowns 2022
February 15, 2022
Now is your chance to support Miss Winston-Salem State University Hannah Joy Farmer and Mister Winston-Salem State University Jadavian King in their quest to become the next Miss and Mister CIAA.Alumnus and entrepreneur David Butler found inspiration at WSSU
February 14, 2022
Winston groomed me professionally, it groomed me personally. It was super formative and transformative. I had a lot of real-world experiences there. It wasn’t only what I was doing in the classroom, it was a well-rounded experience that helped me.WSSU announces MLK Building the Dream award winners
February 06, 2022
Awardees are recognized during the annual MLK celebration event that is co-sponsored by WSSU and Wake Forest University. The awards are presented to a professor or administrator and a student from each institution who exemplify Dr. King’s spirit of justice and equality for the betterment of the community as well as the institutions.
Wall named chief of staff
October 03, 2021
Letitia C. Wall has been named chief of staff and operations officer for Winston-Salem State University’s Office of the Chancellor.Isom named chief audit risk and compliance officer
October 03, 2021
Rod Isom has been elevated to chief audit risk and compliance officer at Winston-Salem State University, effective immediately.
Gingles named chief marketing officer
October 03, 2021
Haley Gingles has been appointed chief marketing officer (CMO) at Winston-Salem State University.
Woodley Named Director of Alumni Engagement
September 21, 2021
Thesha Woodley has been appointed director of alumni engagement for Winston-Salem State University, where she will lead the creation of programs and services to effectively manage and sustain relationships with the over 30,000 alumni.
WSSU offers free textbooks to all undergraduate students
July 12, 2021
Winston-Salem State University has partnered with Barnes & Noble College to implement BNC First Day® Complete, a course material delivery model that will drive student success by ensuring all students are prepared to begin learning on the first day of class.
First Day® Complete, an innovative course material delivery model, addresses equitable access, convenience, and affordability across all courses at an institution by bundling the cost of course materials into tuition and ensuring students have all their materials for the semester available on or before the first day of class. WSSU will cover all associated expenses so that no additional costs will be passed on to students.
WSSU Receives Job Corps Scholars Program Grant
July 07, 2021
Back in the fall of 2019, LaMonica Sloan Wilhelmi and senior staff members at Winston-Salem State University were brainstorming, searching for ideas to help provide more career development options for students.
The innovative ideas from that session laid the groundwork for what turned into a $1.2 million Job Corps Scholars Program on the WSSU campus that will provide intensive two-year career preparation for 40 community members a year.
WSSU Study Shows Minorities, Disabled Face Even Greater Health Care Barriers During COVID-19 Pandemic
June 30, 2021
It is no secret that underserved segments of the population … minorities and the disabled … face serious barriers when it comes to health care in this country.
A team of Winston-Salem State University faculty members – Dr. Tammara Thomas, Dr. Keisha Rogers, and Dr. Felicia Simpson – recently concluded research that showed those barriers were even more pervasive during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Young alumna, 25, establishes scholarship
June 23, 2021
When it comes to skin-care products, Ajane Pridgen has always been a bit of a hobbyist, experimenting and making creams and lotions and hair-care products that worked well for her. Even during her four years at Winston-Salem State University, she found time to dabble in this diversion.WSSU aquatics director creates new water ballet class
May 26, 2021
Sometimes to move forward, you need to look back, or at least that’s according to the old adage.
It certainly rings true for Laura Garner, aquatics director at Winston-Salem State University.
Coming 2 America offers rare opportunity for WSSU student
May 26, 2021
Taylor Adams is a big fan of Coming To America, the 1988 comedy blockbuster starring Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall.
The Winston-Salem State University senior may be an even bigger fan of Coming 2 America after getting to interview the stars of the recently released sequel.
WSSU Class of 2021: Where are they headed?
May 14, 2021
While the global pandemic shaped the Class of 2021’s final year on campus, these graduates are #RamStrong activists, advocates, artists, and athletes who are prepared to take on whatever challenges they may face in the future.
Zubov earns UNC Board of Governor’s Teaching Award
April 26, 2021
Winston-Salem State University Professor Lynne Roche Zubov is the winner of the 2021 Board of Governors Teaching Award.WSSU rehabilitation counseling, on the road for recovery with new community support mobile unit
March 31, 2021
WSSU Department of Rehabilitation Counseling will be hitting the road with a new Behavioral and Health Community Support Unit (BeHCU).WSSU grad Johnson lands role with new United States Space Force
March 29, 2021
WSSU alum Tristen Johnson'16 becomes first lieutenant in the newly minted United States Space Force.
WSSU alumna: Makeup artist behind VP Harris’ Vogue cover look
February 10, 2021
Marquia James became a part of history when she added her makeup artistry to Vice President Kamala Harris’ Vogue cover look last month. Read more as James gives an inside look at her evolution as a makeup artist, her memories of WSSU and what’s in store for 2021.
WSSU kicks off February with national appearances
January 29, 2021
WSSU kicks off its spring semester with the return of Future Focus Now and two appearances on national television.WSSU remembers alumnus and former trustee Victor Johnson
January 27, 2021
Former teacher, mentor, school administrator, school board member and Winston-Salem State University alumnus Victor “Vic” Johnson Jr.’61 dies of COVID-19 at age 85.
Former WSSU SGA president awarded the Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship
December 19, 2020
Mona Zahir, WSSU’s 2016-17 student body president, was recently awarded the U.S. Department of State Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship.
2020: A year of perseverance at WSSU
December 16, 2020
As the first year of this new decade comes to an end, here’s a look back at some of the year’s most memorable WSSU news stories.
WSSU receives $30 million gift from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
December 15, 2020
WSSU receives $30 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
WSSU raises $3.3 million for student financial aid
December 11, 2020
WSSU’s Million Dollar Match campaign exceeded its $2 million goal by more than 60 percent - providing almost $3.4 million for student scholarships.WSSU celebrates new Heritage Society inductees with virtual ceremony
December 07, 2020
WSSU welcomed over 60 new Heritage Society members during a virtual induction ceremony on Dec. 3.
WSSU alumnus Miles Timmons lands dream opportunity as Global Graduate at Reynolds American
November 24, 2020
WSSU graduate and former Rams quarterback Miles Timmons joins Reynolds American's Global Graduate Program, a year-long training program designed to give recent graduates international exposure and fast-track their global careers.NBA star Chris Paul teams up with fellow Rams to encourage early voting
October 30, 2020
NBA star and WSSU student Chris Paul teamed up with WSSU Student Government Association to organize “March to the Polls Pt. 2,” on Oct. 27.
White named deputy chief of WSSU Police and Public Safety department
September 23, 2020
Kelly White, a native of Hertford, North Carolina, has joined Winston-Salem State University’s Police and Public Safety department as deputy chief.
Eight questions with… Dr. Ereka Williams, associate dean of education
September 02, 2020
Dr. Ereka Williams had several goals when she stepped into her new leadership role as the associate dean of education. WSSU News caught up with her to discuss her mission, goals and personal experiences. Here are eight questions with... Dr. Ereka Williams.
WSSU commends first Adobe Creative Campus faculty fellows
August 26, 2020
Eight WSSU faculty members and CITI fellows become Adobe Creative Campus Faculty Fellows after completing the Adobe Creative Campus Faculty Development Institute.
WSSU remembers Elizabeth Barker Johnson
August 25, 2020
Elizabeth Barker Johnson’49, World War II Army Veteran and the first woman to enroll in the university on a GI Bill, passed away on Aug. 23 at the age of 100.
WSSU announces faculty promotion and tenure awards
August 18, 2020
WSSU rewards 16 faculty members for their outstanding performance with tenure and/or promotion in academic rank for the 2020-21 academic year.Mebane named associate vice chancellor of human resources
August 06, 2020
August Mebane joins WSSU as the associate vice chancellor of human resources. Her appointment began on July 13.
Former teacher named associate dean of education at WSSU
July 31, 2020
Dr. Ereka Williams joins WSSU as the associate dean of education, quality assurance, and community engagement as of July 1.
Eight questions with … Chief Amir Henry, director of campus police
July 27, 2020
Eight questions with … Chief Amir Henry, director of campus police
WSSU student receives unexpected job opportunity on golf course
July 26, 2020
Justin Ross, a business administration major, finance minor from Philadelphia, has secured a full-time, post-graduation job with Vanguard, one of the world’s largest investment management companies.
Six WSSU students become You Can Vote Civics Fellows
July 02, 2020
Six WSSU students accepted into the North Carolina You Can Vote Civics Fellowship Program, an eight-week program that develops community leaders that educate, register and mobilize voters.
Clark elected vice chair of Council of Student Body Presidents
June 16, 2020
WSSU’s Je’den Clark has been named vice chair of the Council of Student Body Presidents.WSSU students selected for the NC Governor’s HBCU Internship Program
June 04, 2020
Two WSSU students will be interning this summer through North Carolina Governor's Historically Black Colleges and Universities Internship Program.
Statement from WSSU Police: Events in Minneapolis
May 31, 2020
As your incoming Director of Police and Public Safety, I want to share with you my thoughts on the recent events in Minneapolis where George Floyd, an unarmed man, died while in police custody, says Amir Henry.
WSSU names new chief of police
May 27, 2020
WSSU has named Amir Henry to be the next Director of Police and Public Safety, succeeding Chief Patricia Norris, who retired in December 2019. His appointment will be effective on July 1, 2020.WSSU remembers alumnus and former N.C. state Rep. Larry Womble
May 19, 2020
Former lawmaker, educator, activist, and Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) alumnus Larry Womble dies after a period of declining health.WSSU remembers alumnus and former N.C. state Rep. Larry Womble
May 19, 2020
Former lawmaker, educator, activist, and Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) alumnus Larry Womble dies after a period of declining health.WSSU Class of 2020: Where are they headed?
May 08, 2020
Check out WSSU's newest class of graduates. Here's a look at where a few students from the class of 2020 are headed.WSSU Launches New Webcast: Future Focus Now
May 04, 2020
Winston-Salem State University Chancellor Elwood L. Robinson's radio show, Future Focus, is back on a new platform with a new name: Future Focus Now.World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday
April 28, 2020
World War II veteran and WSSU alumna, Elizabeth Barker Johnson, will turn 100 on May 2. Johnson received local and national attention for walking in WSSU's 2019 commencement ceremony, 50 years after graduating from the institution.“After Nine” senior online art exhibition
April 22, 2020
WSSU students express who they are as developing artists through their senior projects. Selections range from photography, painting, watercolor chalk, and even hand-crafted furniture making.WSSU alumna helps fight COVID-19 in New York City hospital
April 22, 2020
WSSU alumna Kayla Cummins’16 packed her bags and headed to New York City to help fight the COVID-19 pandemic during a time when the city was a hotspot for the virus. Check out eight questions with Kayla Cummins.Betz wins 2020 governors teaching award
April 08, 2020
WSSU Professor Scott J. Betz, chair of the Arts and Visual Studies Department, is the winner of the 2020 Board of Governors Teaching Award.Letter from Chancellor Robinson - Thank You
March 30, 2020
In the midst of this global public health emergency, the Ram Family has answered that call to serve.Haley Gingles joins WSSU as Director of Communications and Media Relations
February 25, 2020
Haley Gingles will be joining WSSU’s Office of Integrated Marketing Communications as the Director of Communications and Media Relations effective March 2, 2020.
Healthy relationships and the psychology of the heart
February 14, 2020
Dr. Naomi Hall-Byers, a faculty expert in relationship formation and maintenance, sheds some light on the importance of healthy relationships and their effect on college students’ mental, academic and physical health.WSSU’s Office of Integrated Marketing Communications wins four CASE awards
January 22, 2020
WSSU wins four awards from the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) in this year’s regional competition recognizing the best communications and engagement from educational institutions.Student ambassador offers future Rams a genuine tour
January 15, 2020
WSSU junior Naviyea Adams has conducted dozens of campus tours since becoming a Campus Ambassador his freshman year. Get to know him with WSSU News' 8 Questions with ... .Chancellor Elwood Robinson named one of 10 most dominant HBCU leaders
January 13, 2020
WSSU Chancellor Elwood L. Robinson has been named one of the ten most dominant leaders of 2020 by HBCU Campaign Fund (HCF).
Top 10 WSSU news stories of 2019
December 18, 2019
Here are WSSU's Top 10 news stories for 2019.Scholarship donation creates lasting legacy for Durham couple
December 18, 2019
A conference room in Hill Hall is now named in honor of alumni donors Chris and Gwen Wilson in September. Here are eight questions with Chris Wilson '83.CSEM Announces 2019-20 Faculty Research Fellows
December 13, 2019
Three WSSU faculty members have been selected as the 2019-20 Center for the Study of Economic Mobility Faculty Research Fellows.
WSSU Police and Public Safety building to be renamed in honor of Police Chief Pat Norris
December 12, 2019
WSSU's Police and Public Safety building to be renamed in honor of first female chief of police.WSSU student shares her master packing tips
December 12, 2019
WSSU sophomore, a world-renowned master packer, shares her packing tipsWSSU: A decade of progress
December 12, 2019
The last decade has seen incredible milestones at WSSU. Here are some of the highlights from 2010 to today.
24-year-old will become WSSU’s first early assurance DPT graduate
December 03, 2019
Alexis McCrea ‘17 will make history as the first WSSU student to earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree through the Early Assurance Program.
Spatial Justice Studio announces 2019-20 grants
November 27, 2019
The Spatial Justice Studio at the CDI has awarded $12,500 in grants for projects that focus on developing meaningful solutions to spatial justice issues in Winston-Salem.
Alumna helping WSSU students see the world
November 27, 2019
WSSU Alumna Sloane Holmes inspires international travel with passport sponsorships.Psychology student is first from WSSU to attend HRC HBCU summit
November 21, 2019
Ericka Hurt recently became the first WSSU student to participate in the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) annual HBCU Leadership Summit.Miss and Mr. WSSU competing for spot in Ebony magazine
November 18, 2019
Taylor Walker, the 80th Miss WSSU, and Kambre Stephens, the 46th Mr. WSSU, need your votes as they compete for a feature in Ebony magazine.WSSU alumnus to become first African American mayor of Ahoskie
November 18, 2019
Here are 8 questions with ... Weyling White. White will be sworn in next month as the first African American mayor of his hometown of Ahoskie, a northeastern North Carolina town with a population of about 5,000.
WSSU awards tenure and promotions to 10 faculty members
September 11, 2019
WSSU has awarded tenure and promotions to 10 faculty members, effective July 1.
Alumna helps art grow at community garden
September 09, 2019
Muralist Georgie Nakima ’15 designed and worked with campers over two days in July to create two colorful murals at Simon's Green Acre community garden at the Enterprise Center.Chancellor Robinson to join National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame's 2019 class
September 03, 2019
WSSU Chancellor Elwood L. Robinson, who has spent nearly his entire career in service of HBCUs, will be inducted at a ceremony in Atlanta on Sept. 27.Erin Lynch named associate provost of scholarship, research and innovation
August 27, 2019
Dr. Erin Lynch, who most recently served as a research director at Tennessee State University, has been named the associate provost for the scholarship, research and innovation.Eight questions with ... Dr. Mesia Steed, new Faculty Senate chair
August 27, 2019
Get to know Dr. Mesia Steed, associate professor of cell and molecular biology and new chair of WSSU's Faculty Senate.Student finds strength after car accident
August 06, 2019
Jaylen Brown, a WSSU senior, was badly injured after a head-on car accident in December. The aspiring physical therapist hopes his experience will help him better understand his patients.Two Rams make the HBCU Buzz ‘30 Under 30’ list
July 05, 2019
Alumni Montrell “DJ Trellz” Davis and Cornell W. Jones were both named to the HBCU Buzz "HBCU Top 30 Under 30" list.
8 Questions with … John Lavender, head athletic trainer
July 02, 2019
Get to know John Lavender, head athletic trainer in WSSU Sport Medicine Department.Brown makes history as American Library Association president
June 18, 2019
Here are eight questions with Wanda Brown, a WSSU alumna and director of library services. Later this month she will become the first ALA president who is a librarian at an HBCU.2 WSSU students receive fellowships to study in China
June 17, 2019
Two WSSU students have been awarded fellowships to study in China this summer.Jordan Brand Wings Scholar finds home at WSSU
June 17, 2019
A year ago, Javondre' Cole was selected to receive a scholarship to the college of his choice through the Jordan Brand Wings Scholar program. Read more about his journey.WSSU biology professor wins UNC System teaching excellence award
April 09, 2019
Stephanie T. Dance-Barnes, associate professor of cell and molecular biology at WSSU, is a recipient of the 2019 Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.First undergraduate social justice fellows announced
April 08, 2019
Two Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) students have been selected for the inaugural Undergraduate Social Justice Fellowships programAaron Jackson: Young leader, eager to serve
April 02, 2019
Aaron Jackson oversees the Rams Know H.O.W. Mobile Unit at WSSU, the nation’s only HBCU-based mobile clinic.
Alumnus named full-time video assistant for Denver Broncos
March 27, 2019
WSSU alumnus Lamar Smith ’17 dream became a reality when he was hired as a full-time video assistant with the Denver Broncos.
8 Questions with … Constance Mallette, vice chancellor for Finance and Administration
March 05, 2019
Learn more about Constance Mallette, WSSU's chief financial officer and vice chancellor for Finance and Administration.Miss WSSU competing for Miss CIAA 2019
February 06, 2019
You can help Miss Winston-Salem State University Christina Harris in her quest to become the next Miss CIAA and also support the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina.WSSU Foundation welcomes 8 new board members
February 05, 2019
WSSU Foundation announces eight new members to the Board of Directors.
January Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
January 24, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for January 2019.Dr. Mel C Norwood II to lead student development and engagement at WSSU
January 24, 2019
Dr. Mel C Norwood II, who most recently served as dean of students and chief student affairs officer for Reinhardt University, has been named associate provost and vice chancellor for the Division of Student Development and Engagement.