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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!

Old Gold & Black

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All content by Chalmers Rogland
Photo by Paulina Veremchuk. Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium, home of the Wofford basketball programs. Lots of new faces will feature on the court for the men’s team next season, with eight players departing and nine new signees

After mass exodus to transfer portal, men’s basketball looks to rebuild around incoming freshmen and transfers

Chalmers Rogland
May 10, 2022

Tayvian Gass wins vice presidential race, other officer elections also decided

Chalmers Rogland
April 26, 2022
Photo courtesy of Wofford Athletics. Max Klesmit scores the game winning bucket in the SoCon quarterfinals against VMI. The Terriers would lose the next day to Chattanooga, ending their season.

Men’s basketball wraps up season

Chalmers Rogland
March 22, 2022
Photo courtesy of Southern Conference website. Senior guard Jackie Carman ‘22 in the Terriers’ WNIT game against MTSU. While Wofford lost the contest 86-56, it marked the women’s program’s first appearance in a postseason tournament.

Women’s basketball wraps up season with first ever postseason tournament appearance

Chalmers Rogland
March 22, 2022
Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman. The recently closed Growler Haus Spartanburg location. Students and faculty alike cherished Haus as a favorite spot for craft beers and social time.

Wofford community remembers Growler Haus Spartanburg

Chalmers Rogland
March 8, 2022
Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman. A map showing the distance between the campuses of Wofford and USC-Upstate. Despite their close proximity, the two schools almost never compete in basketball.

Long time no see, neighbor! Will Wofford and USC-Upstate ever meet on the court?

Chalmers Rogland
February 22, 2022
Photo courtesy of SmugMug. Wofford football Head Coach Josh Conklin during a loss to Furman. The Terriers went 1-10 on the season, leading some to call for Conklin’s firing.

Should he stay or should he go? What to do about Josh Conklin

Chalmers Rogland
December 7, 2021
Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman A CDC-issued proof-of-Covid-19-vaccination card. Wofford College required all students and employees to receive either the vaccine or an exemption before Nov. 1.

The vaccine deadline has passed: What’s next for the Wofford community?

Chalmers Rogland
November 16, 2021
Wofford volleyball competes against UNCG on Oct. 8. Terrier volleyball is popular with students and spectators from the community, and has generated a love for the game that extends beyond campus. Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman

Volleyball: America’s favorite forgotten sport

Chalmers Rogland
October 19, 2021
Russell E. King field, where the Wofford baseball team competes. Two players were dismissed from the team following an incident of animal cruelty. Photo courtesy of Anna Lee Hoffman.

One strike, you’re out

Chalmers Rogland
October 5, 2021
(L-R) Chalmers Rogland, managing editor; Brandi Wylie, editor-in-chief; Sarah Peak, copy editor. Photo courtesy of Anna Lee Hoffman.

Our vision for the year

Chalmers Rogland
September 21, 2021
Students dance at the 2021 Black and Gold ball, held annually by the college and organized by WAC. The event was shut down early due to lack of compliance with the college’s pandemic guidelines. Photo courtesy of Megan Fleming.

The Black And Gold Dilemma

Chalmers Rogland
May 10, 2021
Wofford running back Nathan Walker (21) scores a second half touchdown vs. the Citadel. Walker’s touchdown would be Wofford’s last of the season. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Wofford Football Shuts Down Spring Season Prematurely

Chalmers Rogland
May 9, 2021
Messiah Jones scores two of his 16 points in the SoCon quarterfinal against Mercer. Jones and Storm Murphy led the Terriers comeback bid, but fell short 62-61. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Men’s Basketball Bounced By Mercer In SoCon Quarterfinals

Chalmers Rogland
April 2, 2021
Wofford Women’s basketball team recoups during SoCon championship loss to Mercer (L-R Helen Matthews (5), Lawren Cook (23), Alexis Tomlin (21), Annabelle Schultz (1), MaryMartha Turner (11)). TheTerriers advanced to their first SoCon tournament final but fell 60-38. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Women’s Basketball Advances To First-ever SoCon Tournament Championship Game

Chalmers Rogland
April 2, 2021
Georgia Fischer ‘23 competing in a tennis match. Women’s Tennis has been more fortunate than many other college programs during the pandemic. Photo courtesy of Natalie Aversano.

Wofford Athletic Programs Weathering Challenges Of COVID-19

Chalmers Rogland
March 2, 2021
Defensive lineman Micheal Mason (#99) tackles a Mercer ball carrier. Mason led the Wofford defensive effort with two forced fumbles and nine tackles. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Spring Football Kicks Off, Terriers Dominate Mercer In Season Opener

Chalmers Rogland
March 2, 2021
Coach Jay McAuley celebrates with a crowd of cardboard cut-outs. Photo courtesy of Mark Olenki.

Wofford Updates Fan-attendance Policy For Sporting Events

Chalmers Rogland
February 16, 2021
Workers at the Hub City Urban Teaching Farm pose in front of the facility. The HCUTF is working to educate the public on sustainability in the Spartanburg community. Photo courtesy of Natalie Aversano.

Education And Sustainability Emphasized At Local Nonprofit

Chalmers Rogland
February 16, 2021
Wofford Men of Color members pose for a photo after their MLK day event at Miracle Hill.

Wofford MOC Spend MLK Day Volunteering

Chalmers Rogland
February 3, 2021
Cruze advises caution regarding pandemic despite FDA approval of two vaccines.

Wofford’s Lori Cruze Participates In Moderna Vaccine Trials

Chalmers Rogland
January 19, 2021
French Teaching Assistant Lucile Orain

Terrier Spotlight

Chalmers Rogland
November 17, 2020
Remembering Professor Welch

Remembering Professor Welch

Chalmers Rogland
November 16, 2020
Ike’s Korner Grille, a local Spartanburg restaurant taking the state to court.

Burgers, John Stuart Mill And An Absence Of Masks

Chalmers Rogland
November 3, 2020
Jordan Willey ‘23 sits at one of the portable picnic tables.

Getting Wofford In The Great Outdoors

Chalmers Rogland
October 20, 2020

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Chalmers Rogland
September 22, 2020
Presidential Candidate Joe Biden meets with Wofford President Nayef Samhat. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki

Joe Biden Visits Campus Before Primary

Chalmers Rogland
March 21, 2020
Dorman Forward PJ Hall (24) shooting the ball.

Dorman Basketball Continues To Dominate

Chalmers Rogland
March 15, 2020
Wofford guard Storm Murphy '21 (5) playing defense during the Chattanooga game

Men’s Basketball Drops 5 Straight, 3 At Home

Chalmers Rogland
March 15, 2020
Wofford guard Da’Ja Green (35) drives to the basket past an ETSU defender

Women’s Basketball Soldiers On Without Wanink

Chalmers Rogland
March 15, 2020
Wofford Forward Chevez Goodwin dribbles the ball against a Furman defender

Men’s Basketball Fights Through Rollercoaster Season

Chalmers Rogland
February 18, 2020
Major Garrett during his Oct. 30 talk in Leonard Auditorium

Major Garrett speaks in latest installment of Wofford’s Hipp Lectures

Chalmers Rogland
December 5, 2019
Caption: Wofford linebacker Jireh Wilson (#41) sacks Gardner-Webb quarterback Jordan Smith (#9).

Wofford Football Recovers from Early-Season Stumble

Chalmers Rogland
November 23, 2019
Students in Wofford’s Arabic program pose for a picture at the festival

MENA Booth Draws Crowds

Chalmers Rogland
November 7, 2019
Wofford volleyball players celebrate during their game against PC (pictured L-R: Catie Cronister, Meghan Yaffa, Emily Durham and Lorissa King).

Volleyball Makes Strong Home Stand to Open Season

Chalmers Rogland
October 11, 2019
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