Winston-Salem State University received a $50,000 donation in February 2026 from Cisco to expand artificial intelligence training for faculty and staff while easing financial burdens for rising and graduating seniors.  The funding is divided between two key initiatives: $30,000 will support the university’s Bridging the GAP program, which assists students nearing graduation, while the remaining $20,000 will fund Artificial Intelligence training for faculty and staff. Univers

Winston Salem State University students are preparing for a busy March as campaign season for student leadership positions takes center stage on campus. Candidates for roles such as the Royal Court and student government will hold campaign rallies, giving students the chance to meet them, learn their platforms, and cast their votes. During the campaign rally, everybody that’s running for a position has their own table,” said Jordyan Howell, organization and office manager of

Student leaders at Winston-Salem State University are working to represent the student body and implement campus improvements as the student government continues its efforts during the 2025-2026 school year in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. WSSU's 2025-26 Mr. Junior Denari McIllwain running for Mr. WSSU Student Government Association (SGA) members focus strongly on improving communication between the students and administration, increasing student involvement in campus decisi

WINSTON-SALEM, NC The Winston-Salem State University Police & Public Safety Department partners and collaborates with the city of Winston-Salem, supporting students, faculty, and staff to foster an environment of learning, that is as free from security and safety concerns. However, some have made the police department’s job difficult within the last few years. The Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act requires all colleges and universities that participate in federal financial aid

What should have been a week of sun, rest, and release for college students across the country has instead turned into a case study in travel system strain, as flight delays, overcrowded buses, and last-minute cancellations disrupted spring break plans from coast to coast. High gas prices, long distance travels, expensive train tickets, and plane delays have caused spring break travel issues.           Student Kyndal Farver; Junior at Winston-Salem State University, has expre

A recent tuition increase across the University of North Carolina System is creating added financial stress for many students, especially those attending from out of state. At Winston-Salem State University, students say the rising costs are forcing them to make tougher financial decisions. Arianna Kegler, an out-of-state student from Connecticut, said the increase has added pressure on both her and her family. “It’s been a little stressful… any increase just adds more pressu

February 18, 2025 Photos by Josiah Brown