Winston-Salem State Univeristy

Winston-Salem State University says the notification that the teacher training grant had been canceled stated that the program promotes or takes part in DEI initiatives. Image courtesy of Winston-Salem State University

Crime

Student hurt after gun fired on Winston-Salem State University campus, school says

Amy Diaz

The Winston-Salem State University campus was on lockdown after a gun was fired and a student was hurt on Wednesday night, according to a university spokesperson. The student is in the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Former Winston-Salem State University Chancellor Cleon Thompson Jr., who served from 1985-95. Image courtesy of WSSU.

Education

Cleon Thompson Jr., educator and former WSSU chancellor, dies at 92

Paul Garber

Dr. Cleon Thompson Jr., who served for 10 years as chancellor of Winston-Salem State University, has died. Thompson served as chancellor from 1985 to…

The Winston-Salem Police Department is investigating a murder-suicide that took place early Tuesday morning. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Crime

Winston-Salem siblings killed by father in murder-suicide

Amy Diaz

The Winston-Salem Police Department is investigating a murder-suicide that took place early Tuesday morning.

Winston-Salem State University is partnering with Novant Health to educate students about pathways to medical school and other healthcare opportunities, like scholarships and grants. (Image courtesy of Winston-Salem State University)

Education

WSSU and Novant Health partner to bring minority students into the healthcare profession

Amy Diaz

Winston-Salem State University is hosting a youth summit this weekend to encourage minority students to pursue careers in healthcare.

Education

Winston-Salem State University chancellor to step down

April Laissle

The chancellor of Winston-Salem State University is preparing to step down. Elwood Robinson, who has served as chancellor since 2015, announced plans to…

Health & Safety

WSSU Program Helps Minority Children Learn How To Swim

Neal Charnoff

Winston-Salem State University is once again teaming up with the Boys and Girls Club to offer free swimming lessons to children. Many of those children…

Education

Choice For Board Of Historically Black NC College Criticized

Neal Charnoff

Some alumni and politicians are questioning a choice for the board of trustees of Winston-Salem State University. The Winston-Salem Journal reports…