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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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Photo courtesy of FITSNews - Pictured is Buster Murdaugh with his late mother Maggie and father Alex at his 2018 graduation from Wofford College.

The Murdaugh trials and tribulations

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March 14, 2023

Morgan’s Message moves into Wofford: How the
national campaign for mental health is benefitting
Wofford’s student athletes

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October 25, 2022

Jess Luzier discusses evidence-based treatment for eating disorders with the psychology department

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October 25, 2022

Aeschylus in the house: Wofford theatre
presents “AGAMEMNON”

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October 25, 2022

Boeshaar uses his time with The Hubble and
NASA to encourage students

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October 25, 2022

With election season coming up, no level of politics can be forgotten

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October 25, 2022

IFC and Panhellenic host Special Olympics event

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October 25, 2022

Greek Burnout: Why I left my fraternity

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April 26, 2022
Campus Union Updates

Campus Union Updates

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March 8, 2022

OG&B Links – Issue 8

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February 17, 2022

2020 South Carolina Press Association Winners

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May 10, 2021
Wofford among ‘Colleges That Pay You Back’

Wofford among ‘Colleges That Pay You Back’

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February 13, 2018
Wofford Carve's Pumpkin's

Wofford Carve’s Pumpkin’s

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October 31, 2017
Welcome Class of 2021!

Welcome Class of 2021!

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September 12, 2017
Recap of yesterday’s speeches by the Campus Union candidates

Recap of yesterday’s speeches by the Campus Union candidates

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March 28, 2017
Barista Poll

Barista Poll

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March 21, 2017

Judicial Commission releases data on violations in recent years

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May 5, 2015
A Bible from an 1873 graduate of Wofford features the signatures of all five of the college’s professors.

Wofford adds alternative graduation gift to college Bible

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May 5, 2015
Donovan Hicks named 2015 Harry S. Truman Scholar

Donovan Hicks named 2015 Harry S. Truman Scholar

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May 5, 2015
Wofford students spent 15 days hiking a 225-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail, documenting their experience and exploring the history and culture of the trail.

Wofford students host current Appalachian Trail record-holder at their documentary premiere 

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May 5, 2015

Student Voice: Everyday should be Earth Day 

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May 5, 2015
Alex Kern and Grace Putney have remained close friends all four years at Wofford.

Four years

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May 5, 2015
The fountains in Plaça Catalunya were finally uncovered for the festival of Sant Jordi. Similar to Valentine’s Day, men traditionally give flowers to women while women give books to men, though no romantic interest is necessary.

Al final

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May 5, 2015
The Galleria will be transformed into “a gathering space that you might expect to find thriving in a downtown environment.”

Big changes for the Galleria and Zach’s

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May 5, 2015
As a part of her job working on a dude ranch for the summer after graduation, senior Sam Hemleben, who is a member of Wofford’s Fly Fishing Club, will assist as a fly fishing guide.

Off the beaten path 

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May 5, 2015
Phillip Habib and his parents after receiving first place.

The Impact & Launch Competition winners

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May 5, 2015
Wofford students are free to wear sunscreen

Wofford students are free to wear sunscreen

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May 5, 2015
Alex Kern and Grace Putney have remained close friends all four years at Wofford.

A thank you note to Wofford College

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May 5, 2015
A relationship that has existed for 20 years, the Panthers extend their training camp agreement with Wofford five more years.

Panthers make Wofford their Jungle

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May 5, 2015
Students spent Spring Weekend at the Row, one of the last times they got to hang out there before it was officially retired.

Deconstruction set to begin May 4

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May 5, 2015
Do you see the American flag? Think again: students with reverse culture shock will probably see this image as a poorly sewn Union Jack, with some pretentious students even referring to America as “the colonies.”

Reverse culture shock

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May 5, 2015
Karl Cochran has decided to pursue a career in professional basketball, whether that be in the U.S. or abroad.

Karl Cochran sets sights on professional basketball career 

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May 5, 2015

Commencement Weekend Schedule

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May 5, 2015
The Black and Blue

The Black and Blue

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April 21, 2015
Not just my problem: Actress Ashley Judd received rape and murder threats for supporting the Kentucky Wildcats in this year’s NCAA Tournament, and she’s fighting back (http://tinyurl.com/mnxwx45). Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

Student Voice: Basketball & cyberbullying

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March 27, 2015
Resolution to Honor Coach Mike Young and the Wofford Terriers Men’s Basketball Team

Resolution to Honor Coach Mike Young and the Wofford Terriers Men’s Basketball Team

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March 24, 2015
Sarah Baldwin and Mills Brown will be presenting Wofford Artisan Market

The Impact & Launch Competition finalists

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March 24, 2015
Greek Week highlights

Greek Week highlights

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March 24, 2015
Nutrition Now Program brings healthy meals to ARCH

Nutrition Now Program brings healthy meals to ARCH

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March 24, 2015
Photo by Mark Olencki

A love letter to Wofford

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March 24, 2015
If you give a senior a diploma, they’re going to want a job to go with it

If you give a senior a diploma, they’re going to want a job to go with it

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March 24, 2015
This encampment belongs to World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, an organization that connects farmers with job-seekers.

Unconventional job opportunities

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March 24, 2015

Wofford MythBusters

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March 24, 2015
Lasso scores against Costal Carolina.

Senior Forrest Lasso takes first step toward his professional soccer dreams

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March 24, 2015
Wofford’s Muslim Students Association held a candlelight vigil for the three Muslims killed in North Carolina on Feb. 10. Image courtesy of GoUpstate.com.

Alumni Opinion

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March 24, 2015

Mark your Calendars: March 26

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March 24, 2015
Woffordspoon: Holden's Ranch

Woffordspoon: Holden's Ranch

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March 24, 2015
The vision for a better Wofford moves forward as the Strategic Vision moves toward the implementation phase. Photo of President Nayef Samhat courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Thoughts from the Rectangle Office

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March 24, 2015
Eating healthy

Eating healthy

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March 24, 2015
Student, athlete and Wofford employee

Student, athlete and Wofford employee

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March 24, 2015
The Sagrada Família towers over Barcelona. Designed by Gaudi, it is still under construction long after his death.

La vida en Barcelona

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March 24, 2015

Wofford students, alumni have recent successes

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March 24, 2015

March/April Service Opportunities

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March 24, 2015
Emily Bacher with her father at the Cooper River Bridge Run last year.

Cooper River Bridge 10k Run

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March 24, 2015

A surprising look at Argentina

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March 24, 2015
Wofford's T-dogs are now back-to-back Southern Conference champions.

Terriers headed to Jacksonville for their fourth NCAA appearance in six years

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March 18, 2015
Hank Davis has enjoyed his lengthened term as Campus Union President.

Hank Davis reflects on his year as Campus Union president

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March 10, 2015
S2S: Connecting you to Arcadia Volunteer Corps

S2S: Connecting you to Arcadia Volunteer Corps

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March 10, 2015
Coffee is an anytime drink in Argen-tina. When you’re at lunch at your favorite corner café, you can grab a cappuccino like this one for an after-noon pick me up.

A look at a slower state of mind

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March 10, 2015
Wofford’s third annual Impact & Launch Competition

Wofford’s third annual Impact & Launch Competition

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March 10, 2015
Sarah Baldwin and Mills Brown market and promote student artists in the Wofford community.

Wofford Artisan Market

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March 10, 2015
Senior James Plaisted at bat against Boston College. The Terriers won the game.

Wofford baseball achieves strongest start in team’s Division I era

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March 10, 2015

Campus Union on Yik Yak

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March 10, 2015
Zeta Tau Alpha’s 6th annual Shag-A-Thon

Zeta Tau Alpha’s 6th annual Shag-A-Thon

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March 10, 2015

Liquid Networks

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March 10, 2015
Dr. Byron McCane, professor of religion at Wofford College, was interviewed on a hillside overlooking the Palestinian village of Silwan and the valley of Kidron near Jerusalem for the CNN documentary series “Finding Jesus: Faith. Fact. Forgery.” that is airing on CNN.

Wofford professor takes part in CNN documentary series

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March 10, 2015

What's for lunch?

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March 10, 2015
Wofford’s Wellness Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00.

Mental health on campus

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March 10, 2015
Sophomore Taylor Carlson is one of the many underclassmen that contribute to the team’s success.

Wofford Women’s Tennis shows promising start for 2015 season

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March 10, 2015
The survival kit of a student who is sick abroad, varying from the good and healthy to the good and hearty.

Diseased by Dublin

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March 10, 2015

In defense of a dying art

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March 10, 2015
St. Patrick’s Day in the southeast

St. Patrick’s Day in the southeast

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March 10, 2015
Walking in a Wofford Wonderland

Walking in a Wofford Wonderland

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March 10, 2015
Many of the posters feature simplified forms and figures with vibrant colors and engaging background.

Sustaining and Spreading the Revolution

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March 10, 2015
Relay for Life celebrates cancer survivors while funding research to beat cancer for good, saving more lives in the process. All Wofford students are invited and encouraged to join this event.

Annual Relay for Life event set for April 16

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March 10, 2015
In the off-season, the Majorca beaches are largely deserted. In the summer, they’ll be filled with tourists.

Leap of faith

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March 10, 2015
While the season is still underway, Dunbar is staring down an opportunity to play professionally after school. Photo courtesy of Mark Olencki.

Senior Spotlight: Lauren Dunbar

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March 10, 2015

March events at Wofford College

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March 10, 2015
John Swinton, the unsung hero of Wofford’s stellar basketball seniors

John Swinton, the unsung hero of Wofford’s stellar basketball seniors

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March 3, 2015
Flights and plights

Flights and plights

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February 25, 2015
Welcoming back Gasparato

Welcoming back Gasparato

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February 24, 2015
Life after Wofford

Life after Wofford

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February 24, 2015
Matthew Hammett, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Involvement/Title IX Deputy Coordinator.

Sexual harassment at Wofford

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February 24, 2015
Wofford MythBusters

Wofford MythBusters

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February 24, 2015

Concerns on the future of Wofford Interim

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February 24, 2015
A weekend in Paris

A weekend in Paris

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February 24, 2015
Carolina Panthers extend training camp commitment

Carolina Panthers extend training camp commitment

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February 24, 2015
President Hank Davis is a government and history major.

Campus Union Update

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February 24, 2015
Overview of the new Greek village. Images courtesy of McMillan, Pazdan and Smith Architecture.

Wofford unveils plans for new Greek Village

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February 24, 2015
Setting the record straight: Feminism

Setting the record straight: Feminism

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February 24, 2015
Wofford trustee Will Willimon organized listening sessions between trustees and students in early February.

Student-trustee listening sessions

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February 24, 2015
Woffordspoon: Miyako Sushi Group

Woffordspoon: Miyako Sushi Group

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February 24, 2015
Stories of Spartanburg

Stories of Spartanburg

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February 24, 2015
Drawing by Josh Holt '14. The full-sized display is located in the glass cases on the first floor of Milliken Science,end of the hall farthest from Acorn Cafe.

Poetry excerpts from Safe Journey

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February 24, 2015
If it weren’t for the taste, I’d be sorry

If it weren’t for the taste, I’d be sorry

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February 24, 2015
Sydney Allsbrook (left) and Angela Ditolla (right) share their experiences in Alpha Phi Omega to promote Alpha Phi Omega’s rush week.

S2S: Connecting you to Alpha Phi Omega

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February 24, 2015
The tables were set for the announcement of Wofford’s 2015 recruiting classes at the National Signing Day party in the Harley Room of the Richardson Building.

National Signing Day

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February 24, 2015

Women’s History Month

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February 24, 2015

Voluntourism

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February 24, 2015

Wofford Live announces the lineup for this year’s Spring Concert

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February 24, 2015
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