News for August
Applications open for Spatial Justice Fellows grant program
August 27, 2019
Through the program, up to four fellows will be selected and receive a stipend of up to a $2,500 to focus on developing meaningful solutions to spatial justice issues in Winston-Salem.
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.
Chancellor Robinson: Welcome Back!
August 19, 2019
The beginning of a new academic year brings renewed energy and opportunities for us all, Chancellor Robinson says.
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.
School of Health Sciences receives $147,000 grant to launch fall prevention program
August 05, 2019
The fall prevention program will be introduced at fall screening screenings at four YMCA of Northwest North Carolina locations starting on Aug. 7
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 names Board of Trustees appointees
August 02, 2019
WSSU has announced the appointment or reappointment of six trustees to the university’s Board of Trustees, effective July 1. All will serve four-year terms.
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.
