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Caris Mitchell ‘27 serves a student during the soft launch of Studio Smoothie. Mitchell’s entrepreneurship is expanding fresh fruit options on Wofford’s campus.
On-campus smoothie shop swirls into action
October 21, 2025
September 25, Lee Hawkins gave his “I Am Nobody’s Slave” talk, where he discussed the way the world has changed since the Jim Crow times. I Am Nobody’s Slave is a book that reimagines black history.
We are responsible for the history of our future
October 21, 2025
President Samhat steps down after 13 years of leadership; who could possibly fill his shoes?
President Samhat steps down after 13 years of leadership; who could possibly fill his shoes?
October 21, 2025
Are your fantasy football bets helping you be a better person?
Are your fantasy football bets helping you be a better person?
October 21, 2025
The Wofford Asian and Pacific Islanders club had their Filipino Heritage month celebration on October 8th. At this event students were able to paint pots, enjoy delicious spring rolls, and drink sago while learning more about Filipino culture and community.
Celebrating Diversity through the festival of lights: WAAPI
October 21, 2025
“The Life of a Showgirl”: the epitome of glitter gel pen music
October 7, 2025
Rylee Ashley ‘28, pictured conducting undergraduate research in the science lab, is grappling with losing her job as a medical scribe to AI.
Artificial intelligence in the medical field: apps now competing for jobs
September 23, 2025
“Conclave”: The fictional version of choosing a new pope
May 13, 2025
Exclusive with Bogdan Klich, Republic of Poland’s top U.S. diplomat
April 29, 2025
Eric Foner speaks in front of Spartanburg public and Wofford students This year's Chapman speaker was author Eric Foner who spoke about the reconstruction of the South.
What Reconstruction Teaches Us About America Today
March 11, 2025
The Wofford Asian and Pacific Islanders club had their Filipino Heritage month celebration on October 8th. At this event students were able to paint pots, enjoy delicious spring rolls, and drink sago while learning more about Filipino culture and community.
Celebrating Diversity through the festival of lights: WAAPI
October 21, 2025
Government Professor Dr. Alvis Introducing the featured speaker at the annual Constitution Day event.
Constitution Day Lecture covers cancel culture following tragedies in America
September 23, 2025
Dancing with the stars comes to Wofford
Dancing with the stars comes to Wofford
April 29, 2025
Support Local, Support Spartanburg
Support Local, Support Spartanburg
April 29, 2025
Geneva Kowbeidu, your new Campus Union President.
The familiar faces of the 2025-26 Campus Union Executive Council
April 28, 2025
Ms. Cathy works at Burwell for breakfast. Students enjoy her crepes and omelets. Her love for students goes beyond the average faculty member. Photo by Caroline Parker
Ms. Cathy set to retire at the end of the fall semester
December 15, 2022
Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman The Mary Black Rail Trail’s downtown extension is currently under construction. This extension could bring safer runs to Wofford athletes.
Will the Mary Black Rail Trail extension keep cross country runners safe?
November 29, 2022
Photo by Brandi Wylie Students write thank-you notes to donors outside of the Main Building on Tuesday, Nov. 1.
Gratitude and grant for Wofford’s first annual “Day of Thanks”
November 29, 2022
Photo courtesy of Sarah Adcock.
Gamma Psi goes gold: Delta Delta Delta raises money for St. Jude during first ever gold week
November 29, 2022
Photo courtesy of Wofford Archives Walter K. Greene, namesake of Greene Hall, the oldest dorm on campus.
The names you know, the history you don’t: A look at the dorms still standing
November 29, 2022
Anneka Brannon ‘26 and Evie Walker ‘27 discuss the importance of art and creativity. The panel allowed students and faculty alike to discuss important topics within the arts.
Creativity in conversion across disciplines
October 7, 2025
The summer everyone picked Clark
September 23, 2025
Crossing thresholds, leaving traces: senior exhibition
May 13, 2025
Missing Moon
April 28, 2025
Wofford hot now art show has blown us away yet again. Thomas langley ‘25 poses next to his painting shown in the hot now exhibition
What’s hot about “Hot Now:” Celebrating student artists
April 28, 2025
Vivian Chiomento ‘26, Sunni Owens ‘26, Joe Khalil ‘26, and Ellie Beth Youngblood ‘26 pose for a photo after homecoming court. Sunni Owens ‘26 was crowned as Wofford’s 2025 Homecoming Queen on October 11th.
Homecoming weekend brings first football win of season
October 21, 2025
Lacrosse team practices in the mornings to prepare for their upcoming Fall Ball game against Liberty on 9/27.
Will the streak continue: women’s lacrosse from a newcomer’s perspective
September 23, 2025
Wofford students at the SoCon Championship game in Asheville.
The first March madness dance since 2019
April 28, 2025
David Wiley ’25 at bat at the Wofford Baseball game against UNC Asheville on February 25, 2025.
Baseball’s Exciting Season
March 11, 2025
Kevin Dempsey is featured in a graphic made by Wofford Athletic Communications. Kevin Dempsey has been hired to serve as Wofford College’s Women’s Soccer Head Coach.
Kevin Dempsey: new head coach for women’s soccer
February 25, 2025
Guest essay from an alum
October 21, 2025
Letter from the Editor
September 23, 2025
This is the end
May 13, 2025
From one alum to another: an invitation to the table
April 28, 2025
To my staff and fellow terriers
February 25, 2025
From one alum to another: an invitation to the table
April 28, 2025
 A full serving of three years with the Old Gold & Black
November 29, 2022
OG&B's 2022-2023 editorial team; (L to R) Brandi Wylie, Julia Allen, and Madeline Brewer. Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman.
A Fortnight in the life of OG&B
September 27, 2022
Yak attack?
October 5, 2021
The Old Gold & Black editorial team poses for Wofford Today. This year, they have worked to improve the quality of the paper as a voice for students. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.
Creating Catharsis
May 10, 2021
Guest essay from an alum
October 21, 2025
Letter from the Editor
September 23, 2025
This is the end
May 13, 2025
To my staff and fellow terriers
February 25, 2025
2025 Oscar nominations: Lacking emphasis on craftmanship
February 25, 2025
Fall 2025 - Issue 3
Fall 2025 – Issue 3
October 21, 2025
Fall 2025 - Issue 1
Fall 2025 – Issue 1
October 14, 2025
Fall 2025 - Issue 2
Fall 2025 – Issue 2
October 14, 2025
  • Issue 3 Drops 10/20!

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All content by Anna Aguillard

Recruitment rules

Anna Aguillard
September 17, 2016

Lease agreement controversy continues, Greek fraternities seek legal counsel

Anna Aguillard
May 10, 2016
From left to right – Carlyn Fralick, Jennifer Karl, Maddie Dunkle, Ansley Pair, Annie Jones, Tori McDonald, Meredith Ginn, Christine Henricks, Taylor Till and Maria Kapousidis smile on the first day of their last year at Wofford.

Class of 2016 on classes, culture and community

Anna Aguillard
April 26, 2016
Petition to “make substantial changes to Wofford’s lease agreements with Greek Life” surfaces

Petition to “make substantial changes to Wofford’s lease agreements with Greek Life” surfaces

Anna Aguillard
April 25, 2016
Wofford’s bell tower is rarely seen, but the WAC-sponsored competition would give students an exclusive look at this hidden gem.

WAC sponsors competition for trip to Old Main bell tower

Anna Aguillard
April 12, 2016
The Galleria is the prime location for the upcoming drink replacements.

College moves to replace all soft drinks with flat soda water

Anna Aguillard
April 12, 2016
Stille said that there is “no denying” that scores have declined some, but he cautions students from “sounding a warning” at reports of lower SAT scores.

Admissions Office explains SAT score decline

Anna Aguillard
March 22, 2016
This advertisement was used to recruit new members to Campus Union.

Considering Campus Union?

Anna Aguillard
March 22, 2016
Melvin interviews Samhat, Jeffrey, Lawson and Shannon during an MSNBC bit on the South Carolina primaries.

Live, local, breaking news

Anna Aguillard
March 8, 2016
The Wofford College Board of Trustees consists of 31 members and meets in the fall and spring. Photo courtesy of Wofford College.

Board of Trustees meets with students

Anna Aguillard
March 8, 2016
Could the incoming class’s lower SAT scores start a trend at Wofford?

Wofford’s average SAT scores fall

Anna Aguillard
February 23, 2016
Freshmen Kendall Hinson, Elena Helmers-Wegman, Katie Littleton and Morgan Schrader "Ring in the New Bids" during the formal bid day ceremony in Leonard Auditorium.

Wofford holds first annual spring recruitment

Anna Aguillard
February 23, 2016
A live stream of Greek Village construction can be found on Wofford’s website, under “Construction Updates.”

Greek row update

Anna Aguillard
February 9, 2016
Presidential primary

Presidential primary

Anna Aguillard
February 9, 2016
The significance of stress

The significance of stress

Anna Aguillard
December 8, 2015
Christmas on campus

Christmas on campus

Anna Aguillard
December 1, 2015
Billy Moody became a known name on campus after he began a laundry service his freshman year, Moody’s Wofford Wash.

Mid-Term with Moody

Anna Aguillard
November 17, 2015
Natalee Oldham is the face behind the email address that pops up in your inbox.

Natalee Oldham receives 2015 Walter T. Cox Professional Award

Anna Aguillard
November 17, 2015
Officer Gibson's headshot from his time as Campus Police Sergeant.

Goodbye, Gibson

Anna Aguillard
November 3, 2015
Two family businesses lost in the flooding after dams broke in Columbia, SC.

A Flood of Support

Anna Aguillard
October 20, 2015
This year’s homecoming will take place with events throughout the week, leading up to the football game on Oct. 24.

Wofford celebrates Homecoming Week

Anna Aguillard
October 20, 2015
From Left to Right: Kirsten Frost, Zoe Paist, Anna Henson Maggie Stroud, Margaret Carraway and Taylor Brown are among the seven alumni assigned to serve subjects ranging from mathematics to social studies.

Top Teachers

Anna Aguillard
October 6, 2015
There's an app for that

There’s an app for that

Anna Aguillard
October 6, 2015
2016 Election Tracker

2016 Election Tracker

Anna Aguillard
October 6, 2015
Members of Zeta Tau Alpha await their new sisters outside of Anna Todd on Campus Drive.

Recruitment Recap

Anna Aguillard
September 22, 2015
2016 Election Tracker

2016 Election Tracker

Anna Aguillard
September 22, 2015
After the conclusion of 2015’s recruitment process, Caroline Starnes (left) runs to greet a new member of Zeta Tau Alpha outside of Anna Todd Wofford on Bid Day.

Recruitment rules

Anna Aguillard
September 11, 2015
This view of Vernazza, the second of the five towns, really puts our minor setbacks into perspective.

Scenic views and train strikes

Anna Aguillard
September 30, 2014
Do as the Romans don’t

Do as the Romans don’t

Anna Aguillard
September 14, 2014
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