"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.
Wedmesday, Nov. 19 | 6 p.m.
Richardson Ball, Room DiGiorgio Campus Center
When the official Winthrop Ring design was adopted in 2003, Winthrop established the tradition of honoring ring recipients with the Official Ring Ceremony. Students who have purchased a ring are invited to attend the Ring Ceremony. Attendees will be presented with their ring by the Alumni Association and Student Alumni Council The 2025 Fall Ring Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, Nov 19 at 6 p.m. in Richardson Ballroom, located in the DiGiorgio Campus Center. Registration for this event has closed.
Friday, Dec. 5 | 6 p.m.
A beloved Winthrop tradition, the 90th Annual Tree Lighting will include performances by the Winthrop RockHettes, the Winthrop Chorale and Collegiate Choir and the countdown to lighting the front lawn. Help celebrate the beginning of the holiday season by joining us for this tradition, which pays homage to the historic Southern Magnolia tree on front campus. To preserve the health of the tree, the flagpole at the fountain is now lit.
The Student Alumni Council will sell luminaries for $5 before the tree lighting to add to the holiday glow around Tillman. Proceeds from the luminaries will support the Winthrop Fund.
Can’t attend in person? Tune into the live feed via the Alumni Association Facebook page.
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 |
