News & Noteworthy
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Current provost, Jeff Frederick, is leaving to take over the presidency of Drury University.
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Join Dr. Rhett Brown as he lays out his vision for the University. Upcoming events are to be held in Winston-Salem (April 30) and Charlotte (May 29).
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In addition to gaining valuable insight into their chosen topics, Wellspring participants learn how to explain complicated concepts to a lay audience.
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John Sykes is getting a post-commencement sendoff at the Campus Lake.
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Members of the University community came together to give of their time and resources in a big way.
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Even 79 percent coverage inspired awe and brought the campus together.
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Clearing and planting a garden, working at a food pantry, cheering on baseball players with IDD – no matter the project, the Wingate community is ready to give back.
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Public Health Club to educate students about voting, nutrition, climate change, Covid testing and reproductive health next week.
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Luncheon gives students a chance to put a face to their scholarship.
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Chuck Gordon
Managing Editor
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c.gordon@wingate.edu