Academics

Research for the heart, from the heart
February 27, 2020
Dr. Mesia Steed, associate professor of cell and molecular biology at WSSU, discusses heart health and how she uses her heart disease research to inform others.
Celebrate Black History Month with WSSU
February 06, 2020
Check out how you can celebrate Black History Month with WSSU the month of February
WSSU’s elementary ed program earns an ‘A’ from the National Council on Teacher Quality
January 28, 2020
WSSU’s elementary education program has been recognized as one of the best in the nation by the National Council on Teacher Quality.
Two WSSU students flex their multimedia skills at Adobe World Sales Conference
January 23, 2020
Two WSSU students had the experience of a lifetime last month when they were selected to participate in the Adobe World Sales Conference 2020 in Las Vegas
Top 10 WSSU news stories of 2019
December 18, 2019
Here are WSSU's Top 10 news stories for 2019.
WSSU: A decade of progress
December 12, 2019
The last decade has seen incredible milestones at WSSU. Here are some of the highlights from 2010 to today.
WSSU receives nearly $2 million in new NSF grants
December 03, 2019
WSSU has received nearly $2 million in new grants from the National Science Foundation NSF that will expand research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students at the university.
Spatial Justice Studio announces 2019-20 grants
November 27, 2019
The Spatial Justice Studio at the CDI has awarded $12,500 in grants for projects that focus on developing meaningful solutions to spatial justice issues in Winston-Salem.
In Brief: New leadership for WSSU's Board of Trustees announced
November 21, 2019
Leaders were elected during the regular Board of Trustees meeting on Sept. 20.
Kudos for November: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
November 18, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for November 2019.
2 WSSU students named Forbes Under 30 scholars
November 14, 2019
The students were among the 1,000 high-achieving undergraduate and graduate students from across the country selected to attend the Forbes Under 30 summit.
14 WSSU students attend TMCF Leadership Institute
November 07, 2019
Fourteen WSSU students were selected to attend the Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s (TMCF) 19th annual Leadership Institute.
Alumni honored at WSSU’s 2019 Founder’s Day Convocation
November 05, 2019
WSSU commemorated its founding 127 years ago and founder Dr. Simon Green Atkins during the 2019 Founder’s Day Convocation.
Twins are earning their MBAs together
November 03, 2019
Twin sisters Jessica and Julia Short say WSSU's MBA program is helping them learn more about each other.
Kudos for October: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
October 15, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for October 2019.
WSSU becoming a first choice university
October 04, 2019
As the university welcomes its largest freshman class since 2008, data also show that more students are seeing WSSU as a first choice institution.
WSSU receives national diversity award for second year in a row
September 18, 2019
For the second consecutive year, WSSU is a recipient of INSIGHT Into Diversity’s Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award in recognition of its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
WSSU awards tenure and promotions to 10 faculty members
September 11, 2019
WSSU has awarded tenure and promotions to 10 faculty members, effective July 1.
WSSU, Appalachian partner to provide social justice course for future teachers
September 10, 2019
A new course is helping future educators at WSSU and Appalachian State University look at classrooms in a different way, with the goal of creating an environment in which all students thrive.
Kudos for September: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
September 09, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for September 2019.
Chancellor Robinson to join National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame's 2019 class
September 03, 2019
WSSU Chancellor Elwood L. Robinson, who has spent nearly his entire career in service of HBCUs, will be inducted at a ceremony in Atlanta on Sept. 27.
Eight questions with ... Dr. Mesia Steed, new Faculty Senate chair
August 27, 2019
Get to know Dr. Mesia Steed, associate professor of cell and molecular biology and new chair of WSSU's Faculty Senate.
Chancellor Robinson: Welcome Back!
August 19, 2019
The beginning of a new academic year brings renewed energy and opportunities for us all, Chancellor Robinson says.
WSSU is Money magazine’s top-ranked public HBCU for 2019-20
August 19, 2019
WSSU is the no. 1 public HBCU in the nation for value, according to Money magazine's 2019-20 rankings.
WSSU receives 2 Inspiring Programs in STEM awards
August 16, 2019
WSSU's North Carolina Math and Science Network pre-college program and the School of Health Sciences have both received national recognition for their efforts to inspire a new generation to consider careers in STEM.
WSSU welcomes class of 2023
August 13, 2019
Ramdition, WSSU's weeklong orientation for first-time freshmen, got underway on Sunday, Aug. 11.
WSSU, Forsyth Tech sign new transfer partnership agreement
August 01, 2019
This is the second signing for WSSU academic leaders over the past month, as WSSU expands opportunities for area community college students seeking to pursue baccalaureate degrees in critical workforce areas, such as STEM, healthcare, and early childhood and K-12 education.
Kudos for July: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
July 16, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for July 2019.
There’s more to life than football for Rams QB Miles Timmons
July 15, 2019
Timmons, a business administration major who is pursuing a minor in Chinese, wants to become a financial executive with a firm in Hong Kong or Singapore. He recently completed a study abroad trip to Brazil.
WSSU’s GEMS: 10 years of empowering girls in STEM
July 15, 2019
GEMS academy is celebrating its 10th anniversary this month with a special two-week camp. Over the past 10 years, more than 1,500 girls have participated in the program.
Letter from Chancellor Robinson – Dr. Peggy Valentine
July 12, 2019
Dr. Peggy Valentine, dean of the School of Health Sciences, has been name interim chancellor of Fayetteville State University.
WSSU, DCCC sign two transfer partnership agreements
July 02, 2019
Two new transfer agreements will create opportunities for Davidson County Community College graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree in biology from WSSU.
Kudos for June: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
June 19, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for June 2019.
WSSU a finalist for 10 HBCU Digest Awards for 2019
June 18, 2019
For the second consecutive year, WSSU is a finalist for the two top HBCU Awards, "HBCU of the Year" and "Male President of the Year." The awards are presented by HBCU Digest.
2 WSSU students receive fellowships to study in China
June 17, 2019
Two WSSU students have been awarded fellowships to study in China this summer.
Spring 2019 Dean's List announced
June 06, 2019
More than 1,600 Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) students made the spring 2019 Dean's List, according to the Office of the Registrar.
WSSU recognizes faculty excellence and service during 2019 awards ceremony
May 21, 2019
WSSU recognized faculty for excellence in teaching, research and service during the annual Faculty Awards Luncheon on May 15.
WSSU's 2019 graduates: Where are they headed?
May 15, 2019
Here's a glimpse of where a few of the students from the Class of 2019 are headed.
WSSU Commencement 2019: The 10 boldest moments
May 11, 2019
From bold new regalia to a degree 70 years in the making, Winston-Salem State University’s 2019 Commencement Ceremony was one for the record books. Here are 10 of the boldest moments.
WSSU to celebrate 1,100 graduates at Friday’s 2019 Commencement
May 08, 2019
Here's what you need to know before heading to Friday’s Commencement Ceremony at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial (LJVM) Coliseum.
Alumna, WWII vet will have her wish granted at WSSU’s 2019 Commencement
May 02, 2019
PFC Elizabeth Barker Johnson, a 1949 WSSU graduate and retired teacher, was surprised with the news on her 99th birthday.
Students bring enhanced visibility to Renaissance East Corridor
April 25, 2019
The Renaissance East Corridor, a historic business area near WSSU's campus, is seeing a rebirth thanks to the work of business students.
Philanthropist, investor, artist Kwanza Jones named 2019 Commencement speaker
April 25, 2019
Kwanza Jones, a Los Angeles-based recording artist, producer, impact investor and philanthropist, will be the speaker at WSSU's 2019 Commencement Ceremony on May 10.
Kudos for April: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
April 16, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for April 2019.
Apply now for STARTALK Chinese Language summer program
April 11, 2019
Applications are now being accepted for WSSU's STARTALK Chinese Language, an intensive scholarship-based summer program for high school and college students.
Get ahead this summer with WSSU
April 10, 2019
With classes starting May 15, now is the time to prepare. Here’s what you need to know to get ahead this summer.
WSSU biology professor wins UNC System teaching excellence award
April 09, 2019
Stephanie T. Dance-Barnes, associate professor of cell and molecular biology at WSSU, is a recipient of the 2019 Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
WSSU Scholarship Day 2019 set for Thursday
April 08, 2019
Scholarship Day, set for Thursday, April 11, highlights the advanced level of graduate and undergraduate scholarship and research at WSSU and recognize the scholars who do the work.
WSSU unveils red graduation cap and gowns
March 06, 2019
WSSU’s undergraduate commencement cap and gowns will feature a new look that highlights the university’s colors, red and white.
WSSU receives $78,000 grant to offer STARTALK summer Chinese program
March 04, 2019
WSSU has been awarded a $78,579 federal grant to offer an intensive Chinese summer language program for high school and college students.
February Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
February 26, 2019
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for February 2019.
WSSU highlighted as nation's top social mobility HBCU
February 15, 2019
Technology provider CollegeNET is saluting WSSU as the top ranked HBCU on its Social Mobility Index.
Dr. Mel C Norwood II to lead student development and engagement at WSSU
January 24, 2019
Dr. Mel C Norwood II, who most recently served as dean of students and chief student affairs officer for Reinhardt University, has been named associate provost and vice chancellor for the Division of Student Development and Engagement.
Fall 2018 Dean's List announced
January 14, 2019
Nearly 1,900 WSSU students made the fall 2018 Dean's List, according to the Office of the Registrar.
Ranking: WSSU’s online early childhood education program most affordable in nation
January 11, 2019
WSSU's Birth-Kindergarten Education (BKE) program is the most affordable in the nation, according to a new ranking from a national website.
Hanes Lecture Series schedule announced
January 09, 2019
Winston-Salem State University’s College of Arts, Sciences, Business and Education (CASBE) will present three lectures this semester as part of the John W. and Anna Hodgin Hanes Lecture Series.
WSSU receives $600,000 Mellon Foundation grant for humanities
January 09, 2019
The three-year Mellon Foundation grant will provide the infrastructure to support faculty development and curriculum redesign for courses in art and visual studies, English, history, and music.
Looking ahead: Here are 8 things to expect in 2019
December 21, 2018
The new year promises exciting changes around campus and in classrooms at WSSU. Here are eight things to expect in 2019.
2018: A breakthrough year for WSSU
December 21, 2018
From viral videos to historic firsts, 2018 was a breakthrough year for WSSU, its students, faculty and staff. As 2018 draws to a close, WSSU News takes a look at what was new and noteworthy with its annual top 10 list.
RAMGuide, WSSU’s mobile advisor, has new name
December 19, 2018
EAB Guide, known as RAMGuide at Winston-Salem State University, is now EAB Navigate Student.
December Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
December 12, 2018
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for December 2018.
WSSU becomes first HBCU Adobe Creative Cloud campus
November 20, 2018
WSSU has partnered with Adobe to offer the full collection of Creative Cloud software to all students, creating the first Adobe Creative Cloud Campus at a historically Black college or university (HBCU).
WSSU’s Sonja Harry serves students, serves country
November 12, 2018
Sonja Harry, an associate professor of social work at WSSU, has devoted nearly 20 years to educating students and serving her country.
Rankings show WSSU’s commitment to placing graduates in high-paying jobs
November 07, 2018
WSSU is no. 7 on CollegeNET’s 2018 Social Mobility Index (SMI) rankings, which recognize colleges and universities that provide the best opportunities for underserved students.
November Kudos Report: Awards, appointments and achievements
November 05, 2018
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for November 2018.
WSSU again ranks among top degree producers for African American students
October 22, 2018
According to Diverse Issues in Higher Education, WSSU again ranks among the top producers of bachelor’s degrees in the nation for African American students. WSSU also ranks in the top 10 nationally for rehabilitation or therapeutic professions and nursing.
Two from WSSU named White House Initiative Scholars
October 04, 2018
Two WSSU students have been named 2018 HBCU Competitiveness Scholars through the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
On the Move: New additions to WSSU’s senior leadership team
October 01, 2018
WSSU Chancellor Elwood L. Robinson has filled five key leadership positions at the university since January.
A look inside the renovated weight room at Whitaker Gym
September 30, 2018
Renovations are complete on the weight room at Winston-Salem State University’s Whitaker Gym.
WSSU enrollment is highest since 2014
September 19, 2018
WSSU is reporting its highest overall enrollment since 2014, according to the university’s Office of Institutional Assessment and Research’s fall report.
WSSU receives national HEED Award for diversity
September 17, 2018
WSSU is the only HBCU to win the 2018 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine.
NASCAR's changing face: Motorsports management students see new opportunities
September 05, 2018
Students at WSSU – the only HBCU to offer a motorsports management program – say the success of Darrell “Bubba” Wallace Jr. may open up new opportunities for them in motorsports.
WSSU welcomes 12 new faculty members
September 05, 2018
WSSU begins the 2018-19 academic year with 12 new faculty members joining the ranks.
August Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
August 30, 2018
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for August 2018.
WSSU named a 2018 Social Mobility Innovator
August 24, 2018
For the second consecutive year, technology provider CollegeNET has recognized WSSU with its Social Mobility Innovator Award.
Welcome to the New Semester – Chancellor's Letter
August 20, 2018
Welcome to the start of a new semester! August is one of my favorite months of the year.
Students are career ready after summer internships
August 16, 2018
WSSU students are returning to campus with new insights into careers after summer internships.
Inspiring Programs in STEM: WSSU wins two national awards
August 15, 2018
WSSU’s Girls Empowered in Math and Science (GEMS) and Women in Science Program (WISP) each have received the 2018 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine.
Money Magazine: WSSU no. 1 HBCU in North Carolina
August 15, 2018
WSSU ranks as the no. 1 HBCU in North Carolina, and no. 3 HBCU overall, according to the Money Magazine's "Best Colleges for Your Money” rankings.
New for fall: WSSU introduces minors in public health, urban studies
August 14, 2018
Among the new offerings for the 2018-19 academic year are interdisciplinary undergraduate minors in the high demand fields of public health, and urban studies and sustainability.
WSSU students begin the semester with RAMGuide
August 14, 2018
WSSU students begin the 2018-19 academic year on the right path with RAMGuide, a mobile advisor that enables them to manage their education from their phones.
WSSU students attend Clemson summer communications program
August 07, 2018
As part of the program, Erwin Scholars networked with industry professionals, received hands-on training and engaged in a competition by working on a real-world brand project from presenting sponsor Denny’s.
WSSU welcomes the class of 2022
August 07, 2018
The anticipation is building as Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) prepares to welcome nearly 950 freshmen for Ramdition, a weeklong orientation.
New programs take Rams abroad
July 26, 2018
Thanks in part to the launch of unique faculty-led programs to Cuba, India and South Africa, a record number of WSSU students are studying abroad.
Letter from Chancellor Robinson: Passing of UNC System President Emeritus C.D. Spangler Jr.
July 24, 2018
The Winston-Salem State University community joins the University of North Carolina System in expressing our sorrow at the passing of UNC System President Emeritus C.D. Spangler Jr.
WSSU programs soar in new national rankings
July 20, 2018
WSSU graduate and undergraduate programs continue to soar in newly published national rankings.
WSSU expert: Opioid addiction increasing among the aging population
July 16, 2018
A WSSU expert is sounding the alarm about the growing opioid epidemic and its impact on the aging population in North Carolina.
Eight questions with … Dr. Darryl Scriven, new dean of The College
July 13, 2018
Learn more about Dr. Darryl Scriven, the academic and administrative leader for the College’s more than 200 full- and part-time faculty members in 19 departments.
July Kudos: Faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
July 12, 2018
Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements for July 2018.
Minority mentorship program receives national recognition
July 10, 2018
WSSU is one of seven mentor institutions in the Foundation for Student Success mentorship program. The program is set to impact 100,000 Black, Latino and American Indian students at 21 mentee institutions.
WSSU welcomes new provost
July 06, 2018
Dr. Anthony Graham, the new provost for WSSU, is hitting the ground running in his first week.
Forsyth Medical Center Volunteer Auxiliary Board creates scholarship for nursing students
July 02, 2018
The scholarship will provide $1,250 per semester for five Bachelor of Science in Nursing students in their final year or semester of study.
Nursing, social work programs win 2018 HBCU Digest awards
June 25, 2018
WSSU's nursing and social work programs each earned top honors at HBCU Digest’s 2018 HBCU Awards on June 22.
Chancellor Robinson featured in social mobility e-book
June 21, 2018
Chancellor Elwood L. Robinson is one of four higher-education leaders featured in a new e-book that offers best practices for student success and social mobility.
Spring 2018 dean's list announced
June 15, 2018
Just over 1,700 WSSU students made the Spring 2018 Dean's List, according to the Office of the Registrar.
WSSU graduate overcomes obstacles, ready to change the world as an educator
June 15, 2018
WSSU graduate Inayah Turner turned tragedy into triumph, and now she's ready to change the world as an educator.
Frequently asked questions about WSSU's new master plan
June 12, 2018
WSSU has a new 20-year master plan. Let's look at the most frequently asked questions about the new plan.
New master plan supports growth, campus life at WSSU
June 11, 2018
Architects have unveiled a long-term vision for WSSU’s campus that supports growth and offers enhanced amenities for students.
WSSU celebrates opening of $24 million residence hall
June 08, 2018
The newly named H. Douglas Covington Hall, a five-story living/learning community for freshmen, will accommodate about 300 students starting in August. The residence hall features pod communities that are designed to support student success.
10 WSSU students chosen for NC Governor's HBCU Internship Program
May 24, 2018
Ten WSSU students will be interning this summer through the North Carolina Governor's HBCU Internship Program.