Issue 1

In 1896, the Wingate School opened its doors to 175 grade-school kids. One hundred twenty-five years later, more than 3,600 Wingate University undergraduate, graduate and professional students are studying to become teachers, businesspeople, lawyers, doctors and much more. In celebration of our quasquicentennial, we present 125 difference-makers from throughout Wingate's storied history: professors, staff members, alumni, presidents, trustees and other members of the Wingate family.

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125 Difference-Makers I

From the first principal, Marcus Dry, to dedicated business professor Ruth Horton, check out some difference-makers from Wingate's early days.

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125 Difference-Makers II

From uncompromising history professor Carolyn Gaddy to highly successful baseball coach Jack Perry, with presidents C.C. Burris and Budd Smith in between.

125 Difference-Makers III

From '50s nationwide sensation Dorothy Brown to baseball legend Ron Christopher.

125 Difference-Makers IV

From the longest-serving employee ever, Sylvia Little-Sweat, to influential coach and athletic director Bill Connell.

125 Difference-Makers V

From tennis star and trustee Audley Bell to Steve Wilt, the coach who restarted the football program (with two presidents named Corts in between).

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