5IF +PIOTPOJBO t /PWFNCFS
6
Homecoming Viewpoints
New assistant director hopes to bring more enthusiasm %FCPSBI 4USBIPSO QMBOT UP LFFQ TUSPOH USBEJUJPOT XIJMF CSJOHJOH OFX JEFBT UP QFQ VQ )PNFDPNJOH FWFOUT BOE TQJSJU By Casey White whitec@mytjnow.com
made this decision with the hope that students would plan events that other students would be more likely to enjoy and
“If we have a program that doesn’t do well, I don’t feel like there’s a point in beating a dead horse, when we could switch
Homecoming is a long-standing tradition at Winthrop, Signature Homecoming events, like the banner competition new assistant director of student programming, Winthrop’s Deborah Strahorn became the new assistant director in December 2012 and began working on the programs and involved taking over the reigns in organizing Homecoming
Strahorn hopes that in the future, Winthrop will have the funds to bring in bigger events in order to get more students
the banner competition, and the dance will feature a disc
plans to eventually bring in improved events, including
Strahorn believes that homecoming should involve current students as much as it involves alumni, so her changes to the
her own and will rely on student involvement to complete her
Strahorn believes taking on a new position can be accomplished in the past, as well as what Winthrop has
Homecoming and alumni reunion, I’m responsible for student and assessed by students so that Strahorn can get an idea students don’t like an event, Strahorn is not afraid to replace
Homecoming, Strahorn has already implemented some minor
WINTHROP HOMECOMING EVENTS
Nov 7
Nov 8
Dinner in the Café Turn the cafeteria into a Hollywood themed dinner extravaganza with prizes, games and fun for everyone. Thomson Cafeteria; 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Casino Night Come out and play some of your favorite casino games like poker, blackjack, Texas holdem, roulette and more. Prizes awarded, and free food and mocktails will be available. West Center, Peabody Gymnasium; 7 p.m.
Nov 9
Garnet & Gold Friday Show off your Winthrop pride by wearing garnet and gold. Send your photos to wualumni@winthrop.edu All around the world; all day
Tailgating South Lawn, Coliseum; 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
F
Campus Green Bash & Pep Rally Smash a car for a great cause with the Pi Kaps. Help create spirit gear for the big game. DiGiorgio Student Center Campus Green; 3 p.m.
School spirit shouldn’t stop at Homecoming Homecoming week on the Winthrop University campus most Winthrop students get about anything on campus, however students have many reasons to get out and show school pride, not just this
G
WU Volleyball v. UNC Asheville Winthrop Coliseum; 1 p.m.
While Winthrop may not be as large as Clemson University or the University of South Carolina, we have larger than life characters Opinion Editor
Winthrop Coliseum; 4 p.m. The Stampede Homecoming Benefit Stroll Off Byrnes Auditorium; 8 p.m.; $5 in advance, $12 at the door
Homecoming Party Featuring a live DJ, free food, prizes, cash bar, caricature artist and photo booth Richardson Ballroom; 9 p.m.
and men’s basketball head coach Pat Kelsey are involved in promoting school spirit around
now has a head basketball coach that wants to the student body and the Rock Hill community
“We were first timers, had four generations along, and had a wonderful day together. We’re already making plans to return next year.” Tracey, Myrtle Beach
“Thank you so much for another wonderful year of memories.” Cynthia, Summerville
“My first time was 1973 and I have been hooked ever since. Always love to eat strudel, and shop for handmade items.” Margaret, Sherrills Ford “I've been going with my mom since I was 3. We always visit the doll houses since this has been one of my favorites since I was a little girl. Now that I have my own daughter, I love sharing the same memories with her!” Jenny, Monroe
“I dragged my husband this year and he enjoyed it just as much as I did!” Linda, Winston Salem “I always get a cinnamon sugar twist. OMG they are so good!!!!” Samantha, Statesville
A holiday wonderland. A festive oneofakind shopping experience. A family tradition. A whole lot of fun. Just a few descriptions from the millions of show guests who have, since 1968, kicked off their holiday season at the Southern Christmas Show. You’re invited to create your own memories, and fun, at the 46th annual show. Crafts • Great Shopping • Holiday Designer Rooms • Santa Olde Towne Shops • Scrumptious Foods • Yuletide Entertainment Original Art • Gifts • Decorated Trees, Mantels and Doors
November 1424 The Park Expo and Conference Center 2500 E. Independence Blvd. | Charlotte NC
Daily 10:00am to 9:00pm Except Sundays, Monday and Tuesday from 10:00am to 6:00pm Advance Adults $9.00 ($10.00 at the door) 20 or more in advance $8.50 Youth (6-12) $3.00
Order Tickets Online and Save! A Southern Shows Inc Production
Homecoming, the question remains—why aren’t on campus, sports related or not?
Adarrell Gadsden
want students to get behind Winthrop’s teams
“It was so much fun! My daughter and I are making it a tradition!” Cathy, Charlotte
home instead of in the stands cheering Winthrop on because they believe they will have nothing to
800-849-0248
www.SouthernChristmasShow.com
It is not necessarily that students do not want to be a part of supporting Winthrop athletics or going to campus events, it is the fact that their
Due to sizing restrictions, this calendar may not represent all events on campus.
Homecoming is a big spirit week on any Winthrop, but school spirit shouldn’t be limited
students’ head back home on the weekends
Through international students’ eyes *OUFSOBUJPOBM TUVEFOUT TIBSF UIFJS UIPVHIUT PO 8JOUISPQ T )PNFDPNJOH By Shaneequa Evans Special to The Johnsonian Homecoming is a celebration that shows school spirit and brings alumni, students, faculty students have a homecoming in high school and in college, but for some international students, Winthrop’s Homecoming is their
Instead, other festivities are “Since we do not have a homecoming back home, we that get people together every
performance graduate student celebrated in school, where people see each other again after a long time, usually
might not be related to school is mainly for alumni, the turnout is not as large as Winthrop’s
“I think that these kinds of events are a great way
“People sometimes go out of the country or have more important things to do,” Peralta
since it is kind of unique,” said Majid Homecoming is an administration graduate student
students, for others it is
“Homecoming in the United States
for Winthrop's Homecoming this year since I've only been here for graduate
Since Winthrop’s Homecoming is students, they are not familiar with Homecoming or it’s “I don’t think about Homecoming that much, maybe because I don’t know what it actually is or what fascinating,” said Chennell administration major from In some countries like Saudi
I did my undergrad here I think I would be or a university, but those events might be related to a sport club, city festivals or social huge events that people arrange each year that last around a In the Philippines, universities have a homecoming celebration similar to Winthrop’s my previous university, the
looking forward to sharing the
makes me feel that people from all around come together to show their support and love for their school and family, which