"To bridge the gap between students, alumni and the community by shedding light on the treasures and traditions of Winthrop University."
The Winthrop Alumni Association established the Student Alumni Council (SAC) in 1984 to educate students about Winthrop’s treasures and traditions. SAC members are “tradition keepers,” keeping the spirit of Winthrop traditions alive for the current study body.
SAC engages and educates students and the campus community in the history and traditions of Winthrop, educates students on how they can stay connected to Winthrop after graduation and assists students in transitioning to alumni.
Follow SAC on Instagram (winthropsac) to see what we are up to!
We look for excited, passionate Winthrop students who want to share their love of Winthrop and its traditions with students. Students interested in joining SAC will complete an application and an interview with the executive committee and Alumni Association staff.
We have completed recruitment for 2025. Applications will re-open in August 2026.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about Student Alumni Council membership, please contact our Membership Chair Gabrielle Johnson at sac@mailbox.winthrop.edu. We look forward to connecting with you!
From freshmen move-in day through graduation, SAC members serve as the resident "tradition keepers" who promote the spirit, history and tradition of Winthrop and provide opportunities for students to develop into active, engaged citizens and future alumni. Events that SAC hosts include:
The Student Alumni Council offers a number of events and activities to keep Winthrop
students engaged throughout the year. Follow SAC on Instagram (@winthropsac) for updates on upcoming events!
*All event times are Eastern unless otherwise noted.
Friday, March 6 & 27, April 10 │11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
The Student Alumni Council encourages all members of the Winthrop community to sport Garnet and Gold on Fridays! They will have a table in the lobby of the DiGiorgio Campus Center to celebrate those wearing Garnet and Gold with prizes and to hand out tickets to those who are not.
Wednesday, April. 8 │6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Richardson Ballroom, in DiGiorgio Campus Center
The Alumni Association and Student Alumni Council present the Official Ring Ceremony, where the University
and Alumni Association presidents will present rings to those who purchased their
official ring in the spring 2026 semester. Recipients are encouraged to invite family
and friends to help celebrate this milestone. Purchase your official Winthrop ring
as a lifelong reminder of your Winthrop experience by shopping the Jostens website, calling 800/854-7464, or coming to our Ring Days!
The Executive Committee provides strategic direction and guidance to the organization. These informed and engaged campus leaders serve as ambassadors and committee chairs on behalf of the organization and university.
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Kaedia Hodge President |
Paris Johnson Vice President |
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Gabrielle Johnson Membership Chair |
Anaya Kpan Marketing Chair |
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Cheska Antigua Historical Traditions Chair |
Nehemiah Smith Ring Chair |
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Zekiah Lasanta Campus and Community Outreach Chair |
