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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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Katie Kirk, Editor-in-Chief

Government Major from Greenville, SC

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Editor -in-Chief Katie Kirk ‘25 conducted an interview with President Samhat on Oct. 24

The ins and outs of President Samhat’s cabinet

Katie Kirk, Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2024

Candidate Kathryn Harvey of SC-04 visits Wofford

Katie Kirk, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2024
LGBT Terriers is a campus organization for LGBTQ+ community members and allies. LGBTerriers has an upcoming event on Oct. 27 in the AMS house.

A more inclusive Wofford

Katie Kirk, Editor-in-Chief
October 22, 2024
Abigail Dillard is the new Assistant Professor of Theatre.

“Everyone should take an acting class so that you can be a better person”

Liana Giannopoulos and Katie Kirk
September 17, 2024

Meet the new editor-in-chief

Katie Kirk, Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2024
The Career Center Experience took place at Wofford prior to fall semester move-in. The Career Center Experience featured informative career panels with various Wofford College alumni.

Laura Love: New Kid on the Block

Katie Kirk, Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2024
Cammille Tericina ‘26 Ava Cox ‘27. Students enjoy the bubbles at spring fest this year! The event was yet again a success!

WAC’s Spring Weekend evolves into Spring Fest

Catherine Lesesne and Katie Kirk
May 14, 2024

“There is nothing more precious to your parents than your lives”

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
May 14, 2024
The Senior Village is one of Wofford’s largest selling points, however, will it remain that way, if not all seniors get to live there?

Is Wofford still residential?

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
May 14, 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

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
April 30, 2024

The state of artificial intelligence in higher education

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
April 16, 2024
Photo courtesy of @nx_nupes on Instagram. Hayden Pendergrass ‘26 advertised Kappa Alpha Psi at the Greek Life interest fair last fall.

Panhellenic, IFC and NPHC all on Wofford’s Campus

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
March 12, 2024
The first Upstate Spratt Issues Conference took place in the Sallenger Richardson Center for the Arts. A panel of speakers spoke about leading issues in todays world.

“The power of the people is greater than the people in power”

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
December 12, 2023
Student Liana Giannopoulos ‘25 enters into Wightman Hall. On Oct. 16, the fire alarms went off in the Wightman pavilion, and the water had to be shut off due to problems with the water pump.

OPINION: Wightman water pump issues show a lack of proper communication

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
November 7, 2023
Wofford professor Katherine Valde (right) and her husband Eric Scarffe.

Wofford professor to have paper published on philosophy and Taylor Swift

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
October 24, 2023
Wofford students stand in line at the Greek Village on Sept. 30. Students must have the barcode on their Presence app scanned to enter the Greek Village.

Presence App changes the game for campus event management

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
October 10, 2023
Construction in Phase 5 began over the summer. As the semester progresses, Phase 5 continues to be under construction.

Phase 5 Construction: What Wofford has in store

Katie Kirk, Managing Editor
September 26, 2023
Photos courtesy of Laurie Ann McGee and Carson Neil - The Eras tour has been highlighted by fashionable moments from Swift and fans alike.

Wofford Taylor Swift fans overcome difficulties to see recent shows

Katie Kirk
May 18, 2023
Photo by Addie Porter - Photo of audience at the Conference on Gender held in the Rosalind Sallenger Richardson Center of the Arts Building on April 18. At the conference, stu- dents Ally Branzuela, Maddie Brewer, Willow Conley, Jacqueline Hansen, Erin Lachance, Lizzie Richards, Flora Sherrod and Lauren Strange presented their research on gender and sexuality.

How inclusive was the 2023 Conference on Gender?

Katie Kirk
May 2, 2023
Photo courtesy of @wocomeaningfulconnections on Instagram - Meaningful Connections held their first meeting in Acorn Cafe. They spent their first meeting writing cards.

Impact of first-year students on Wofford’s campus

Katie Kirk
March 28, 2023
Photo courtesy of Roberta Hurley - Current Senior Vice President of Administration and Secretary to the Board of Trustees Roberta Hurley began her Wofford career in 1977.

Learn more about some of Wofford’s earliest female students, including Roberta Hurley

Katie Kirk and Gabby Gecan
March 14, 2023

Dancing through Wofford

Katie Kirk
February 28, 2023
The traveling art exhibit was open to the general public and Wofford students alike. Visitors were able to look at artwork from 2:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Dec. 2. Photo by Katie Kirk

Wofford artists ascend to new heights

Katie Kirk
December 14, 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”

Katie Kirk
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

Katie Kirk
November 29, 2022

Latinx Community and the Impact of Immigrants

Katie Kirk
October 11, 2022
Photo from the Back-to School Bash. Photo by Sophie Broome.

Life between the tolls: cancer diagnosis and community

Katie Kirk
September 27, 2022
Campus Union cabinet for the 2022-2023 school year being sworn in, in Leonard Auditorium. First-year students will have the chance to run for office during the fall semester. Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman.

Will we CU first years on Campus Union?

Katie Kirk
September 7, 2022
Photo by Paulina Veremchuk. On Thursday, Apr. 28, students put together boxes for Grateful Hearts in Benjamin Johnson Arena. A total of two hundred boxes were assembled.

Whitlatch, founder of Grateful Hearts Project, is grateful for Greek Week

Katie Kirk
May 10, 2022
Photo by Anna Lee Hoffman. Executive Council for Campus Union 2022-2023.

Conversation with Cuttino, new student body president 

Katie Kirk
April 26, 2022
Photo courtesy of Anna Lee Hoffman. Dylan Goshorn is current Campus Union Student Body President.

Conversations with the candidates

Katie Kirk
March 31, 2022
Photo by Paulina Veremchuk. Washington National Cathedral, a cathedral of the Episcopal Church located in Washington D.C.. For on-campus worship , students can attend events in Mickel Chapel in Main Building.

How social justice connects to the Christian faith

Katie Kirk
March 22, 2022
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