News for 2026

WSSU becomes first HBCU in North Carolina to fully support Apple devices
January 27, 2026
WSSU has expanded its technology support to fully include Macs, iPads and iPhones, making WSSU the first HBCU in North Carolina to offer secure, campus-wide Apple device access using regular university username and password.
WSSU experiences significant increase in graduate rates for male students
January 26, 2026
Winston-Salem State University’s four-year graduation rate for male students increased by 10 percentage points year over year, a notable gain that outpaces national trends and reflects the impact of intentional, coordinated student success strategies.
WSSU math chair, Felicia Simpson, selected to deliver prestigious Cox–Talbot Address at National Mathematics Conference
January 21, 2026
Dr. Felicia Simpson, chair of the Department of Mathematics, was selected by the National Association of Mathematicians to deliver the distinguished Cox–Talbot Address during the Joint Mathematics Meetings.
Student Kahlia Simpkins, recognized by National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health for published chemistry research
January 16, 2026
Chemistry major Kahlia Simpkins is becoming one of the university’s standout student researchers, earning national recognition.
WSSU named one of four HBCUs to participate in $1.4M Thurgood Marshall College Fund Gallup Initiative to advance student success
January 15, 2026
WSSU has been selected to participate in the Thurgood Marshall College Fund Gallup Strengths-Based Campus Initiati, a prestigious, two-year investment valued at $1.4 million that will enhance student success.
WSSU launches ‘Curiosity Exchange’ to bring faculty expertise into the community
January 14, 2026
WSSU is inviting the community to take part in the WSSU Curiosity Exchange, a new public lecture series that brings faculty expertise into open, accessible conversations about issues that matter to everyday life and learning in Winston-Salem.
WSSU announces Raushanah Butler as new senior director of alumni engagement
January 12, 2026
WSSU has appointed Raushanah N. Butler as senior director of alumni engagement, bringing to the role a strategic, relationship-centered leader with more than 15 years of experience.
WSSU becomes first HBCU to deploy Avive Connect AED®s, strengthening emergency readiness
January 07, 2026
WSSU has installed 75 Avive Connect AED®s across campus, making it the first HBCU in the country to deploy a connected AED initiative with Avive, and the first university in NC to roll out a program at this scale.