"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.
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.
Jan. 23, Feb. 6, Feb 20, Mar. 6 and 27, Apr. 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.
Jan. 28-29 and Feb. 18-19│10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
DiGiorgio Campus Center
If you are a degree-holding alumnus, a current student who has completed 54 credit hours, or a graduate student who has completed at least 18 hours at Winthrop University, you are eligible to purchase the Official Winthrop Ring and other Winthrop jewelry! Stop by our table in the DiGiorgio Campus Center to speak with Jostens representatives about your options, get sized, and purchase your Official Winthrop Ring. You can get up to $100 off your ring when you order at the table! The Student Alumni Council will welcome you at the table to provide more information about the Official Winthrop Ring and Spring Ring Ceremony.
March 3│10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Winthrop Bookstore Commons
Graduating in May? Grad Finale is your one-stop-shop for all things Commencement! Stop by the Bookstore Commons located inside the bookstore in the DiGiorgio Campus Center for all your Commencement needs. The event is hosted by the Student Alumni Council and the Alumni Association, and features campus partners and vendors so graduates can check their graduation status, learn about alumni benefits, purchase class rings, try on regalia, and more!
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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Maddie Woods President |
As'Saria Miles Vice President |
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Jaqairia Rogers Membership Chair |
Gabrielle Johnson Marketing Chair |
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Nakyla Jackson Historical Traditions Chair |
Kaedia Hodge Ring Chair |
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LaJada White Campus and Community Outreach Chair |
