Campus Life
Kudos for October: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
October 15, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for October 2019.
WSSU police investigate social media threat, suspect charged
October 09, 2019
WSSU police have charged a Vance County man after receiving reports of a social media threat against the university.
WSSU becoming a first choice university
October 04, 2019
As the university welcomes its largest freshman class since 2008, data also show that more students are seeing WSSU as a first choice institution.
Homecoming 2019 celebrates what it means to be a Ram
October 04, 2019
Forever Red: Homecoming 2019 will feature a new Halloween-themed community event, the Ram-O-Lantern.
Help send the Red Sea of Sound to the 2020 Honda Battle of the Bands
October 01, 2019
Fans can vote online through midnight on Saturday, Oct. 12, to send WSSU's Red Sea of Sound to the Honda Battle of the Bands in Atlanta.
High Point, WSSU announce Furniture City Gridiron Classic
September 27, 2019
The Rams will take on Saint Augustine’s Falcons at High Point's A.J. Simeon Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Happy 127th birthday, WSSU!
September 24, 2019
To celebrate WSSU’s birthday, University Advancement is challenging you to make an online gift of $18.92 to the Million Dollar Match Endowed Scholarship Fund. All gifts will be doubled.
Ramily, ESPN honor Stephen A. Smith
September 20, 2019
ESPN "First Take" celebrates HBCU Week with a live show featuring the Red Sea of Sound, and WSSU surprises alumnus Stephen A. Smith with a scholarship.
WSSU receives national diversity award for second year in a row
September 18, 2019
For the second consecutive year, WSSU is a recipient of INSIGHT Into Diversity’s Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award in recognition of its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
WSSU football 2019: Here are 7 things to know
September 13, 2019
The Rams open their home schedule at Bowman Gray Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, against Catawba College. Here are seven things to watch for the game.
WSSU launches Million Dollar Match fundraiser
September 12, 2019
A donor will match every dollar contributed or pledged for need-based endowed scholarships – up to $1 million – between now and Dec. 31.
WSSU, Appalachian partner to provide social justice course for future teachers
September 10, 2019
A new course is helping future educators at WSSU and Appalachian State University look at classrooms in a different way, with the goal of creating an environment in which all students thrive.
Kudos for September: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
September 09, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for September 2019.
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.
WSSU adopts clear bag policy
September 06, 2019
To best ensure the safety of the campus community and the public, and to expedite entry into athletic venues, WSSU has adopted a clear-bag policy.
WSSU, Wake Forest bands perform together for the first time
September 04, 2019
WSSU's Red Sea of Sound (and Wake Forest University’s The Spirit of the Old Gold and Black made history during the halftime show at Wake Forest’s season-opener at BB&T Field.
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.
WSSU is Money magazine’s top-ranked public HBCU for 2019-20
August 19, 2019
WSSU is the no. 1 public HBCU in the nation for value, according to Money magazine's 2019-20 rankings.
WSSU receives 2 Inspiring Programs in STEM awards
August 16, 2019
WSSU's North Carolina Math and Science Network pre-college program and the School of Health Sciences have both received national recognition for their efforts to inspire a new generation to consider careers in STEM.
Hooper named interim School of Health Sciences dean
August 14, 2019
The dean emerita for the School of Health Sciences at UNCG will step into the role while Dr. Peggy Valentine serves as interim chancellor of Fayetteville State University.
WSSU welcomes class of 2023
August 13, 2019
Ramdition, WSSU's weeklong orientation for first-time freshmen, got underway on Sunday, Aug. 11.
Study finds WSSU’s annual impact on Triad is nearly $500 million
August 13, 2019
A new study finds that WSSU has an annual economic impact of $494 million on the Piedmont Triad and generates more than 8,400 jobs.
New ranking: WSSU’s RN-to-BSN #3 online program in nation
August 13, 2019
WSSU's online RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program has received another accolade.
Rams football, basketball returning to WSNC 90.5 FM
August 08, 2019
Rams football, and men’s and women’s basketball will have a new broadcast home starting this fall, WSNC 90.5 FM, the university’s radio station.
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.
Social work, Diggs Gallery win 2019 HBCU Awards
August 05, 2019
WSSU’s social work program and the Diggs Gallery are named best among nation’s HBCUs for 2019. WSSU was a finalist for 10 of the awards, which are presented by HBCU Digest.
WSSU, Forsyth Tech sign new transfer partnership agreement
August 01, 2019
This is the second signing for WSSU academic leaders over the past month, as WSSU expands opportunities for area community college students seeking to pursue baccalaureate degrees in critical workforce areas, such as STEM, healthcare, and early childhood and K-12 education.
Ranking: WSSU has #1 online nursing program in North Carolina
July 30, 2019
WSSU has also received several recent accolades for its nursing, healthcare management and art programs.
Kudos for July: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
July 16, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for July 2019.
There’s more to life than football for Rams QB Miles Timmons
July 15, 2019
Timmons, a business administration major who is pursuing a minor in Chinese, wants to become a financial executive with a firm in Hong Kong or Singapore. He recently completed a study abroad trip to Brazil.
WSSU’s GEMS: 10 years of empowering girls in STEM
July 15, 2019
GEMS academy is celebrating its 10th anniversary this month with a special two-week camp. Over the past 10 years, more than 1,500 girls have participated in the program.
Online healthcare programs highlighted during U.S. Senate committee meeting
July 05, 2019
FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks spoke about how WSSU has used the power of broadband to create healthcare and educational opportunities during his remarks before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation on June 12.
Kudos for June: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
June 19, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for June 2019.
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.
WSSU a finalist for 10 HBCU Digest Awards for 2019
June 18, 2019
For the second consecutive year, WSSU is a finalist for the two top HBCU Awards, "HBCU of the Year" and "Male President of the Year." The awards are presented by HBCU Digest.
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.Spring 2019 Dean's List announced
June 06, 2019
More than 1,600 Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) students made the spring 2019 Dean's List, according to the Office of the Registrar.
WSSU library helping to tell story of Winston-Salem’s Union Station
May 24, 2019
WSSU's C.G. O’ Kelly Library is helping tell the history of Winston-Salem’s Union Station.
Former Ram quarterback opens up about career-ending concussion in new film
May 21, 2019
Film produced by WSSU Doctor of Physical Therapy students details how Rod Tinsley has battled back after experiencing a career-ending concussion.
WSSU's 2019 graduates: Where are they headed?
May 15, 2019
Here's a glimpse of where a few of the students from the Class of 2019 are headed.
WSSU Commencement 2019: The 10 boldest moments
May 11, 2019
From bold new regalia to a degree 70 years in the making, Winston-Salem State University’s 2019 Commencement Ceremony was one for the record books. Here are 10 of the boldest moments.
WSSU to celebrate 1,100 graduates at Friday’s 2019 Commencement
May 08, 2019
Here's what you need to know before heading to Friday’s Commencement Ceremony at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial (LJVM) Coliseum.
8 earn Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees from WSSU
May 08, 2019
Eight nurse scholars have earned their Doctor of Nursing Practice and will receive their hoods during the 2019 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 10.
Beyonce sends Insta love to WSSU’s Powerhouse cheerleaders
May 07, 2019
The Ramily is buzzing after Winston-Salem State’s Powerhouse cheerleaders were featured in a video on Queen B’s Instagram story.
Championship spring: Ram softball, women’s track win CIAA titles
May 06, 2019
The Rams have won two CIAA championships in less than a week.
Alumna, WWII vet will have her wish granted at WSSU’s 2019 Commencement
May 02, 2019
PFC Elizabeth Barker Johnson, a 1949 WSSU graduate and retired teacher, was surprised with the news on her 99th birthday.
WSSU wins $100,000 AHA grant to address food insecurity in Winston-Salem
April 30, 2019
A proposal developed by WSSU students to address food insecurity in Winston-Salem has been awarded a $100,000 American Heart Association grant.
Students bring enhanced visibility to Renaissance East Corridor
April 25, 2019
The Renaissance East Corridor, a historic business area near WSSU's campus, is seeing a rebirth thanks to the work of business students.
Philanthropist, investor, artist Kwanza Jones named 2019 Commencement speaker
April 25, 2019
Kwanza Jones, a Los Angeles-based recording artist, producer, impact investor and philanthropist, will be the speaker at WSSU's 2019 Commencement Ceremony on May 10.Director of athletics finalists to visit WSSU
April 20, 2019
The finalists for director of athletics will visit WSSU starting on April 22. Learn more about the candidates.
Kudos for April: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
April 16, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for April 2019.
Apply now for STARTALK Chinese Language summer program
April 11, 2019
Applications are now being accepted for WSSU's STARTALK Chinese Language, an intensive scholarship-based summer program for high school and college students.Chris Paul Family Foundation makes $50,000 donation to WSSU Athletics Team 250
April 11, 2019
A $50,000 donation from The Chris Paul Family Foundation is helping Winston-Salem State University Athletics move closer to its spring fundraising goal.
Get ahead this summer with WSSU
April 10, 2019
With classes starting May 15, now is the time to prepare. Here’s what you need to know to get ahead this summer.
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 program
WSSU Scholarship Day 2019 set for Thursday
April 08, 2019
Scholarship Day, set for Thursday, April 11, highlights the advanced level of graduate and undergraduate scholarship and research at WSSU and recognize the scholars who do the work.5 years in a row: Occupational therapy grads again receive 100% certification pass rate
April 08, 2019
For the fifth consecutive year, new graduates of WSSU's master's in occupational therapy program have received a 100% passage rate on their national licensure exams.WSSU to realign athletics program
March 15, 2019
WSSU has announced a realignment of its athletics programs that will return men’s golf as a varsity sport and eliminate baseball.
WSSU to host Social Mobility Summit, April 2-3
March 15, 2019
WSSU will bring together academic, community leaders, researchers and students to share knowledge at the Social Mobility Summit 2019. The summit, themed “Innovative Approaches on Campus and in the Community,” is April 2-3.
Red Sea of Sound mini-doc featured at UNC's Morehead Planetarium
March 11, 2019
The documentary, "Love, the Band," focuses on the HBCU marching band experience and goes behind the scenes with the band
WSSU unveils red graduation cap and gowns
March 06, 2019
WSSU’s undergraduate commencement cap and gowns will feature a new look that highlights the university’s colors, red and white.
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.WSSU receives $78,000 grant to offer STARTALK summer Chinese program
March 04, 2019
WSSU has been awarded a $78,579 federal grant to offer an intensive Chinese summer language program for high school and college students.In Brief: WSSU to compete for Honda Campus All-Star Challenge national title
February 26, 2019
WSSU has the opportunity to win the HCASC top prize – a $75,000 institutional grant from Honda.February Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
February 26, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for February 2019.
Physical therapy graduates again achieve 100% passage rate on national exams
February 22, 2019
For the third consecutive year, graduates of WSSU's Doctor of Physical Therapy program have received a perfect 100 percent passage rate on their national licensure exams. In addition, one student in the program earned a perfect score.
Food Lion restocks WSSU’s student food pantry
February 22, 2019
WSSU student volunteers went to work on Tuesday, Feb. 19, restocking the shelves of the pantry, which provides in-need students with healthy, culturally appropriate emergency foods.
WSSU highlighted as nation's top social mobility HBCU
February 15, 2019
Technology provider CollegeNET is saluting WSSU as the top ranked HBCU on its Social Mobility Index.$100,000 SECU Foundation grant will help students pursue internships
February 15, 2019
For the third consecutive year, WSSU will partner with the SECU Foundation to provide financial support for students to pursue internships.
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.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.
MLK ‘Building the Dream’ award winners named at WSSU
January 24, 2019
WSSU and Wake Forest University partnered to celebrate the life legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with events throughout the holiday weekend.
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.
Golden LEAF Foundation president visits WSSU
January 17, 2019
Winston-Salem State University students met with Golden LEAF Foundation President Dan Gerlach during a campus luncheon on Monday, Jan. 14.
Fall 2018 Dean's List announced
January 14, 2019
Nearly 1,900 WSSU students made the fall 2018 Dean's List, according to the Office of the Registrar.Ranking: WSSU’s online early childhood education program most affordable in nation
January 11, 2019
WSSU's Birth-Kindergarten Education (BKE) program is the most affordable in the nation, according to a new ranking from a national website.
Old Nursing gets demolished
January 09, 2019
Demolition is underway on the Old Nursing Building, the previous home of WSSU nursing program.
Hanes Lecture Series schedule announced
January 09, 2019
Winston-Salem State University’s College of Arts, Sciences, Business and Education (CASBE) will present three lectures this semester as part of the John W. and Anna Hodgin Hanes Lecture Series.WSSU receives $600,000 Mellon Foundation grant for humanities
January 09, 2019
The three-year Mellon Foundation grant will provide the infrastructure to support faculty development and curriculum redesign for courses in art and visual studies, English, history, and music.
CNN’s Angela Rye to keynote 19th annual MLK Day address
January 09, 2019
WSSU and Wake Forest University are partnering to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with events throughout the holiday weekend.
Looking ahead: Here are 8 things to expect in 2019
December 21, 2018
The new year promises exciting changes around campus and in classrooms at WSSU. Here are eight things to expect in 2019.2018: A breakthrough year for WSSU
December 21, 2018
From viral videos to historic firsts, 2018 was a breakthrough year for WSSU, its students, faculty and staff. As 2018 draws to a close, WSSU News takes a look at what was new and noteworthy with its annual top 10 list.
Mom finds success in WSSU’s healthcare management program
December 20, 2018
Courtney Johnson, who has two young daughters, juggled full-time employment – working third shift – along with her responsibilities as a mother. She earned her degree in healthcare management in December.
WSSU, UNCSA create four research design studios at CDI
December 20, 2018
Faculty from WSSU and the University of North Carolina School of the Arts are partnering to create four interdisciplinary design studios that will tackle some of the biggest problems facing the region: equity, mobility, scientific literacy, education and environmental resilience.
RAMGuide, WSSU’s mobile advisor, has new name
December 19, 2018
EAB Guide, known as RAMGuide at Winston-Salem State University, is now EAB Navigate Student.
$100,000 gift helps bridge the gap at WSSU
December 13, 2018
The Dr. Paul and Marcia Meis Graduation Fund will provide need-based scholarships for up to 40 students over the next three years.
December Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
December 12, 2018
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for December 2018.
WSSU Giving Tuesday raises record $87,000
December 05, 2018
The WSSU Foundation has set a record for one-day giving for the university, raising more than $87,000 in 24 hours.
Whitt-Glover named executive director for health disparities research center
December 03, 2018
Dr. Melicia Whitt-Glover, who brings nearly 20 years of experience in health disparities research, has been named the executive director for the Center of Excellence in Eliminating Health Disparities at WSSU.
Video: You're invited to the WSSU Choirs Holiday Concert
November 26, 2018
The University Choir's annual Holiday Concert, set for Dec. 2, is one of WSSU’s biggest events. Here's a preview of the concert.
Robinson: WSSU is creating the next workforce
November 21, 2018
In a recent interview, Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) Chancellor Elwood L Robinson discussed the university’s impact on the Piedmont Triad’s economy.
WSSU becomes first HBCU Adobe Creative Cloud campus
November 20, 2018
WSSU has partnered with Adobe to offer the full collection of Creative Cloud software to all students, creating the first Adobe Creative Cloud Campus at a historically Black college or university (HBCU).
What people are saying about proposed upgrades to Bowman Gray Stadium
November 15, 2018
Officials announced a $9 million improvement package for Bowman Gray Stadium. Here’s what officials and media are saying about the proposal.
Frequently asked questions about the Bowman Gray Stadium improvement package
November 14, 2018
Let's look at the most frequently asked questions about the new plan.
City announces $9 million in improvements to Bowman Gray Stadium
November 14, 2018
Bowman Gray Stadium would remain in city hands and receive $9 million in improvements and renovations to better accommodate WSSU football under the proposal.
WSSU fraternity to hold 22nd annual Sleep-Out for the Homeless Friday
November 13, 2018
WSSU fraternity sponsors the 22nd annual Sleep-Out for the Homeless to shed light on the issue of homelessness in the community.
WSSU’s Sonja Harry serves students, serves country
November 12, 2018
Sonja Harry, an associate professor of social work at WSSU, has devoted nearly 20 years to educating students and serving her country.