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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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All content by Eyon Brown
Alan Chalmers, professor of English at Wofford, works on his research outside. Chalmers took his sabbatical during the spring 2021 semester. Photo courtesy of Professor Chalmers.

Time Away From Campus But Not A Vacation

Eyon Brown
May 10, 2021
Dean Taifha Alexander reads her original piece, “A Love Letter To My Unborn Black Daughter,” at Literary Karaoke in March 2020 as part of Womxn’s History Month. Alexander was heavily involved in heritage and history month programming during her time at Wofford. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Dean Taifha Resigns From Position

Eyon Brown
May 10, 2021
Two students sit in an English class. Roughly 83% of English students are women, while only about 17% are men. Photo courtesy of Natalie Aversano.

The 83/17 Split

Eyon Brown
April 1, 2021
Forward Sam Godwin ’24 (#14) and Guard Ryan Larson ’22 (#11) go up for a rebound against the Citadel on Feb. 17. The Terriers would go on to win, 81-67. Photo courtesy of Natalie Aversano.

The Quest To Cut The Net

Eyon Brown
March 2, 2021
The Road Boss will hopefully make its on-campus debut in early March. Operating days and times are to be announced. Concept drawing by Karyn Davis, creative director in Wofford’s Office of Marketing and Communications.

Food Services Takes A Right Turn Onto 429 N. Church

Eyon Brown
February 16, 2021
Both Jack Fanning and Maggie Royce’s podcasts will be available on Spotify for interested listeners. Both projects come as a part of a Film/Digital Media capstone course. Illustration by Walker Antonio.

New Year, New Media

Eyon Brown
February 16, 2021

Mind, Body And Soul

Eyon Brown
February 3, 2021
The Wofford Volleyball team anxiously waits for games to resume.

Serving Up A New Season

Eyon Brown
February 3, 2021
Wofford guard Jackie Carman ‘22 (#30) drives against a Furman defender. The Terriers went on to win 61-54. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Terriers Play On

Eyon Brown
January 19, 2021
Wofford Guard Tray Hollowell ‘21 (#21) rises up for a jump shot against UNCG. The Terriers came up short, falling 84-75. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Whatever It Takes

Eyon Brown
January 19, 2021
Robert Mickle ’83 talks with a student during a networking session. The annual Black Alumni Summit gives current students and alumni a chance to connect and discuss ways to improve Wofford, photo by Mark Olencki

A Great Divide

Eyon Brown
November 23, 2020
Anne Darby Keating ’22 encourages the Wofford community to learn about Dressember’s efforts, photo by Natalie Aversano, photographer.

Cut From A Different Cloth

Eyon Brown
November 23, 2020
What midterm grades mean often varies from professor to professor, leaving many students confused. Wofford student Julia Allen ‘23 happily checks her midterm grades. Photo by Natalie Aversano, photographer.

Grade-A…Or Not

Eyon Brown
November 3, 2020
Men’s and Women’s basketball are hard at work preparing for the upcoming season openers in late November. Wofford guard Niyah Lutz (pictured) shoots a jump shot during practice. Photo by Natalie Aversano, photographer.

Springing Forward

Eyon Brown
November 3, 2020
Student athlete dons SAAC’s “One Love” shirt at WARC demonstration.

SAAC Time

Eyon Brown
October 20, 2020
Wofford’s NPHC Working Group recently held a convocation via zoom, where students spoke with representatives from 8 of 9 NPHC organizations.

The Marathon Continues

Eyon Brown
October 20, 2020
Some athletes have spent their time catching up on Netflix bingeing and school-work during the fall. Illustration by Walker Antonio, illustrator.

Some Fun, No Games

Eyon Brown
October 6, 2020
Ally Branzuela ’23, President of WAAPI

A New Community

Eyon Brown
October 6, 2020
2021 seniors hope to avoid the virtual fate of the class of 2020. Illustration by Walker Antonio

Reunited…For Now

Eyon Brown
September 22, 2020
Professors at Wofford, Rutgers, Harvard and others participated in the scholar strike early this month. Illustration by Walker Antonio.

Strike While The Iron Is Hot

Eyon Brown
September 22, 2020
photo provided by: Southern Conference

The Show Must Go On

Eyon Brown
August 4, 2020

Dear Old Wofford…fail?

Eyon Brown
June 30, 2020
Illustration by Jonathan Hall, ’20

The Land Of (Cancelled) Opportunity

Eyon Brown
May 3, 2020
Kings Club leader, Jalen Carter

Take Me To The Kings Club

Eyon Brown
March 21, 2020
Wofford students and faculty come together to embrace togetherness during Solidarity Day on Feb. 4

A New Look to the Office

Eyon Brown
February 25, 2020
Lawren Cook's teammates cheer her on.

Jumping Through Hoops

Eyon Brown
December 30, 2019
Caption: Riley Coonan, ’21, (#21) and Kennedy Smith, ’23, (#7) go up for a block at the net

An Extra Bump

Eyon Brown
November 23, 2019
Wofford Forward Messiah Jones (25) rises for a jump shot during practice. Photo courtesy of Maggie Royce.

Countdown to Terrier Basketball

Eyon Brown
November 23, 2019
Students take part in ODI’s first Real Talk Tuesday of the year concerning privilege.

All About U

Eyon Brown
October 26, 2019
A Mission That Benefits All:

A Mission That Benefits All:

Eyon Brown
May 24, 2019
Greekin’ Out

Greekin’ Out

Eyon Brown
April 8, 2019
Wofford soars into March

Wofford soars into March

Eyon Brown
March 13, 2019
Blast from the Past

Blast from the Past

Eyon Brown
March 13, 2019
Countdown to March

Countdown to March

Eyon Brown
February 22, 2019
A Glimpse into the Lives of Faculty

A Glimpse into the Lives of Faculty

Eyon Brown
December 8, 2018
Not a “Day Off,” but a “Day On”

Not a “Day Off,” but a “Day On”

Eyon Brown
December 8, 2018
Poetic Injustice

Poetic Injustice

Eyon Brown
December 8, 2018
Curtain Call

Curtain Call

Eyon Brown
December 4, 2018
A Wofford Staple

A Wofford Staple

Eyon Brown
November 10, 2018
Terrier Tip-Off

Terrier Tip-Off

Eyon Brown
November 10, 2018
Wofford’s Biggest Fans

Wofford’s Biggest Fans

Eyon Brown
October 28, 2018
A Different Ring To It

A Different Ring To It

Eyon Brown
October 14, 2018
Kredit Where it's Due

Kredit Where it’s Due

Eyon Brown
September 25, 2018
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