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Is Panhellenic Council positive?
November 12, 2024
A new education club on campus spikes interest from the student body. Kate Miller ‘25 stands at the entrance to Woodland Heights Elementary School in Spartanburg School District 6.
New opportunities on campus: education club
November 12, 2024
Director Phillip Swagel of the Congressional Budget Office
November 12, 2024
Future leaders of Alpha Kappa Psi held a meeting on Oct. 29 to talk about their goals for the organization.
Beginnings of a business fraternity
November 12, 2024
The chemistry department hosted the ChemOlympics to test students knowledge. Chemistry majors, such as Emma O’Brien ‘26, competed.
Chemistry department’s annual race combines competition and camaraderie
November 12, 2024
On Monday, October 21st, Wofford College hosted a discussion with former US Senator Claire McCaskill. Claire McCaskill and Dr. Wayne Prewitt discussed the Future of American Democracy in Leonard Theater.
Senator McCaskill’s view for the future of American democracy
October 29, 2024
Candidate Kathryn Harvey of SC-04 visits Wofford
October 29, 2024
Hurricane Helene hit Spartanburg on Friday, September 27th. Wofford’s campus faced significant damage, including over 100 fallen trees.
Wofford’s Response to Hurricane Helene
October 22, 2024
CNN reporter Kristen Holmes shares her experience working as Donald Trump’s Correspondent. As a staff member for the Old Gold and Black, Bush got the opportunity to interview Holmes in her visit to campus.
Kristen Holmes: An Insight Into CNN’s Trump Correspondent
October 12, 2024
Joey Kimberling ‘25 takes a call on his shift working at the IT Department. The IT Department works to make students’ lives easier, helping solve problems with computers, WiFi, and TV signals.
How has computer safety at Wofford changed?
May 14, 2024
Director Phillip Swagel of the Congressional Budget Office
November 12, 2024
Students will soon celebrate trunk or treat this year. Members of Wofford companions sit together at last year's trunk or treat.
Trick-or-Treat with Wofford Companions!
October 29, 2024
Wofford has officially started its transition to Workday, allowing students and employees to submit their timecards through the website. McNally Sowell ‘26 records her student worker hours on Workday.
The Transition to Workday
October 29, 2024
Old Gold and Black writer Abby Taylor conducted an interview with wrongfully-convicted Kristine Burch to hear her story. Wofford Innocence and Justice Initiative sheds light on the stories of various wrongfully-convicted individuals to encourage a more fair justice system.
The Wrongful Conviction of Kristine Bunch
October 22, 2024
First Year Battle of the Halls
October 12, 2024
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 14, 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
This beautiful work titled “A song of summer” is one of many on display in the Ros.
Richardson Family Museum: Exhibiting the South
October 12, 2024
The No Back Door art exhibit in the Sandlor Tesslor library shows the process of integrating wofford's campus.
We Are All Stories in the End: Celebrating the Integration of Wofford
October 12, 2024
Ava Cox ‘27 makes her own stamp at Wofford’s CREATE art program.
CREATE space for crafts and mental check-ins
March 12, 2024
Richardson Family Art Museum highlights local and international artists
March 12, 2024
Alexander Hazel ‘26 lost in thought at Touchy Subjects Art exhibit by Maggie Genoble ‘24.
“Touchy Subjects” now on display
March 12, 2024
Wofford’s Mens Basketball plays against Furman University. The team is current- ly experiencing difficulties with the NCAA and their head coach.
Wofford and Men’s Basketball receive probation for actions of previous head coach
September 17, 2024
Jazzy Jeferson ‘24 is the first Wofford athlete to receive an NIL deal. Jefferson partnered with Sully’s Steamers for her deal.
Jazzy Jefferson’s journey with NIL deals
April 30, 2024
The baseball team practiced April 17, 2024 in preparation for their tournament against Mercer the following weekend. The baseball team has a successful season thus far
Wofford baseball sees record breaking accomplishments
April 30, 2024
The Wofford Men’s Basketball Team plays against the CItadel in the Jerry Richardson Indoor Arena on Feb. 10. Much like many of their recent games, the Terriers came out victorious.
OPINION: Men’s Basketball just won’t back down
February 27, 2024
Running back Ryan Ingram ‘24 scored the first touchdown in the game against Furman on Nov. 18. The football win against Furman this year ended the Terriers’ season with a victory.
After slow start, Terriers end football season with wins
December 12, 2023
Future leaders of Alpha Kappa Psi held a meeting on Oct. 29 to talk about their goals for the organization.
Beginnings of a business fraternity
November 12, 2024
Brian Burkhart: land as our community
October 29, 2024
The League of Women’s Voters has partnered with campus organizations to make sure college students vote. Helpful fliers with voter registration information can be found throughout campus.
Maintaining Representation in our Representative Democracy: Voting Registration
October 12, 2024
Meet the new editor-in-chief
September 17, 2024
The Pi Sigma Alpha and the League of Women Voters held a table outside of Burwell Dining Hall on September 10th. The groups provided resources to students and encouraged them to register to vote.
Wofford’s modern day election
September 17, 2024
 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
The peace pole is on display in memory of lives lost in the Atlanta shooting. On March 25, WAAPI held a candlelight vigil inviting the Wofford community to mourn the lives lost in this tragedy. Photo courtesy of Allison Sherman.
The Two “Tions”
April 2, 2021
Future leaders of Alpha Kappa Psi held a meeting on Oct. 29 to talk about their goals for the organization.
Beginnings of a business fraternity
November 12, 2024
Brian Burkhart: land as our community
October 29, 2024
The League of Women’s Voters has partnered with campus organizations to make sure college students vote. Helpful fliers with voter registration information can be found throughout campus.
Maintaining Representation in our Representative Democracy: Voting Registration
October 12, 2024
Meet the new editor-in-chief
September 17, 2024
The Pi Sigma Alpha and the League of Women Voters held a table outside of Burwell Dining Hall on September 10th. The groups provided resources to students and encouraged them to register to vote.
Wofford’s modern day election
September 17, 2024

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Brandi Wylie

Brandi Wylie, Editor-In-Chief

Education Major from Spartanburg, SC

Why did you join the paper?

I started the paper my freshman year because I was the editor of my high school’s newspaper and really enjoyed it. I have been involved and loved it ever since!

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Wofford Old Gold and Black has announced its staff for the upcoming year! We are so excited for what is to come with our new staff!

Passing the torch

Brandi Wylie, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2024
Headshot of Kristy Hammett. Hammett will join Wofford’s education department next year as assistant professor.

Education department hires a new professor

Brandi Wylie, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2024

The Old Gold & Black wins eight 2023 South Carolina Press Association Awards

Brandi Wylie, Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2024

Big shifts coming soon to Campus Union for the Class of 2026

Brandi Wylie, Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2024
Ava Cox ‘27 makes her own stamp at Wofford’s CREATE art program.

CREATE space for crafts and mental check-ins

Brandi Wylie, Editor in Chief
March 12, 2024
The Old Gold & Black writers are working in their new space. We have recently relocated to the former Wofford Bookstore.

Publications Room relocates: Is this the end of Student Publications’ eras tour?

Brandi Wylie, Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2024
On Nov. 7, The First Gen Swag Giveaway happened on the seal of Old Main. Nov. 8 - 12 is National First Generation College Celebration week, and Wofford is celebrating with different events around campus to celebrate.

The “Why Wofford” of first-generation college students

Brandi Wylie and Catherine Lesesne
November 28, 2023
Craig Melvin ‘01 visited Wofford College in Oct. 2022, speaking with members of The Old Gold & Black.

Craig Melvin ’01 named 2023 Kappa Sigma Man of the Year

Brandi Wylie, Editor in Chief
November 28, 2023
On Sunday October 22, 2023 students’ schedules in Dupre Hall were disrupted with all bathrooms being closed. Bathrooms were closed in Dupre Hall due items that are not meant to be flushed. going into toilets, including large amounts of paper towels and a bath towel.

“Bath towels do not belong in toilets”

Brandi Wylie, Editor in Chief
November 7, 2023
Millie Hatchette ‘26 hands her Wofford ID card to Messiah Moring ‘25 to purchase food from Sully’s Steamers. Sully’s Steamers now accepts Wofford Terrier Bucks.

Terrier Bucks are now steaming at Sully’s Steamers

Brandi Wylie, Editor in Chief
October 24, 2023
Blythe Jowers ‘27 stands by her bed in freshmen dorm. Jowers shares a connection with her grandfather who also attended Wofford College.

Finding her home away from home

Brandi Wylie, Editor in Chief
September 26, 2023
Photo by Addie Porter - President Nayef Samhat and Prima Samhat on their porch with their beloved dog, Ava. This year marks the Samhat's 10th year at Wofford College.

Samhat and Family celebrate 10 years at Wofford

Brandi Wylie
May 18, 2023
Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki

Wofford alum and donor Jerry Richardson passes at 86

Brandi Wylie
March 15, 2023
Photos by Addie Porter - Students gather to send off the Wofford Women’s Basketball Team to the Southern Conference Regular Season Tournament.

Making history for women one SoCon Regular Season Championship at a time

Brandi Wylie
March 14, 2023
Photo courtesy of Paulina Veremchuk Hailie Gold ‘23, pictured, is directing yet another Wofford Theatre production, “Equus,” for the Spring 2023 semester.

“Equus” cast and staff announced, actors begin preparation

Brandi Wylie
February 28, 2023

New staff on the block

Brandi Wylie
February 28, 2023

Signing off for 2022: A semester-in-review from your beloved editor-in-chief

Brandi Wylie
December 14, 2022

Faculty to vote on two Interim models next month 

Brandi Wylie
November 29, 2022

Education department to hire a full-time assistant professor of education in the fall

Brandi Wylie
November 29, 2022
Photo courtesy of Ticketmaster.

How many of the 2000+ people in line ahead of you for Taylor Swift tickets were Wofford students? 

Brandi Wylie
November 16, 2022
Photo courtesy of Joe Cunningham’s team

Students’ involvement with Joe Cunningham’s campaign

Brandi Wylie
November 9, 2022
Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman “The Shape I’m In” exhibition was on display through Oct. 8. Many students had pieces throughout the exhibit and were excited to use the conference to connect with other professional artists.

Student work featured in 44th annual Tri State Sculptors Association Conference

Brandi Wylie
October 11, 2022

We want YOU to join our staff!

Brandi Wylie
October 11, 2022
Jim Sonefeld visits Wofford College. Photo courtesy of Sarah Adcock.

Blowfish coming to town: Jim Sonefeld to visit Wofford, Hub City Books

Brandi Wylie
October 11, 2022
Wofford ‘22 seniors are enjoying the last tradition of Wofford College: jumping in the fountain. Many students choose Wofford for its community environment and high rankings. Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman.

DegreeChoices, U.S. Today shows country Why Wofford in liberal arts college rankings

Brandi Wylie
September 27, 2022
Weekly OG&B meetings are lead by the editorial team. This years editorial team has been revamped and is excited to improve the paper. Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman.

It’s been a while: Let’s welcome our staff!

Brandi Wylie
September 27, 2022
Field and Abigail Goodletts’ wedding and reception was held at Wofford College on June 18. The two Wofford graduates were the first in recent history to use the campus as a venue space. Photo courtesy of the Ten Oh Eight Company.

The Goodletts’ big, fat Greek wedding

Brandi Wylie
September 7, 2022
Wofford College’s Stewart H. Johnson Greek Village. The alcohol policy for this area has recently been clarified for the upcoming semester. Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman.

Wofford administration clarifies alcohol storage policy for the upcoming semester

Brandi Wylie
September 1, 2022
Photo courtesy of Alex Hicks Jr. Wofford students protesting outside of the Carolina Pregnancy Center’s Gala.

Roe v. Wade v. Wofford

Brandi Wylie
May 10, 2022
Photo by Paulina Veremchuk. Wylie posing in front of the Old Gold & Black logo.

Until next time…

Brandi Wylie
May 10, 2022
Photo by Brandi Wylie. Students studying in Great Oaks Hall in the Roger Milliken Science Center. This is a common scene at Wofford College, especially nearing the middle or end of a semester.

Time management: How am I supposed to do this? 

Brandi Wylie
April 26, 2022
Photo courtesy of Hank Meyers, Google Images. Pictured is the Goodall Environmental Studies Center, which is the location for the Earth Day self-care event.

Being at one with Mother Earth

Brandi Wylie
March 22, 2022
Photo by Brandi Wylie. Chalmers Rogland and Brandi Wylie posing with the staff’s awards.

SCPA: Reflection and gratitude

Brandi Wylie
March 22, 2022
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons. A child receives COVID-19 vaccine. Wofford’s partnership with IFYC gives students the opportunity to encourage children and adults to become vaccinated.

Vaccine Ambassadors: How religion and medicine intertwine

Brandi Wylie
March 8, 2022

Enough is enough: faculty responds to Board’s statement on JEDI requests

Brandi Wylie
February 22, 2022
Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki. Boss the Terrier reads Old Gold & Black in his free time, as do many other terriers. Come join the flip side and write for OG&B.

Why Old Gold & Black?

Brandi Wylie
February 22, 2022
Photo by Annalee Hoffman. Wofford College podium located in Montgomery administration building. The college has a variety of opportunities for academic professorship within the institution.

Academia 101: professorships at Wofford

Brandi Wylie
December 7, 2021
Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman. OG&B staff members discuss and refine topics regularly.

Making OG&B as unbiased as possible

Brandi Wylie
November 16, 2021
Pictured is a representative of Critical Inception talking to students and faculty alike during the organization’s unsolicited visit to campus for Flatoberfest. Photo by Paulina Veremchuk

Critical Inception group visits Wofford for unexpected flat earth rally

Brandi Wylie
November 2, 2021
Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki. Sopharvathy Vorn ‘22 was crowned Homecoming Queen on Oct. 16 at the Homecomeing halftime. This and all other events were big indications of what a normal Wofford consists of.

Thank you, Wofford

Brandi Wylie
November 2, 2021
Pictured is the well-known “Love Where You Live” mural in downtown Spartanburg. Loving where you live takes acknowledgement and support for the community. Photo by Paulina Veremchuk

Growing up in Sparkle City

Brandi Wylie
October 19, 2021

Behind the scenes of your favorite paper

Brandi Wylie
October 5, 2021
Pictured is the plaque indicating the location of the diversity and inclusion offices. The offices will undergo restructuring over the next year. Photo courtesy of Anna Lee Hoffman.

Goodbye ODI

Brandi Wylie
September 21, 2021
A student gets tested for coronavirus on campus. As part of Wofford’s plan to return to normalcy this fall, students have been tested weekly as administration has developed vaccination guidelines. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

The New New Normal

Brandi Wylie
May 9, 2021
Pictured is a sign that Wofford has put up to explain COVID precautions. These signs are all around campus to remind students of the rules and regulations. Photo courtesy of Natalie Aversano.

Just Another COVID-19 Update

Brandi Wylie
April 1, 2021
The African Dance Session from 2020. Due to COVID-19, this event had to be moved to zoom this year, but the impacts were still felt. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

What’s The Consensus?

Brandi Wylie
March 2, 2021
Workers prepare viles to collect students’ saliva in BenJo. Random screening for COVID-19 began this week with a goal of 600 tests/week. Photo courtesy of Natalie Aversano.

#OnlineWofford

Brandi Wylie
February 16, 2021
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