June 2019
June 12, 17, 20, 24
Legacy Photo Booths at Summer Orientation
7:30-10 a.m.
Bookstore Commons, DiGiorgio Campus Center
The Winthrop Alumni Association recognizes a legacy student is a child, grandchild,
or sibling of a Winthrop alumnus/a who is seeking an undergraduate degree at Winthrop.
Legacy students and their families are invited to the Bookstore Commons located in
the DiGiorgio Campus Center from 7:30 -9:45 a.m. for a legacy family photo opportunity
during summer orientation. Stop by to take a fun photo and chat with alumni staff
before the orientation welcome begins at 10 a.m. We look forward to seeing all legacy
students and alumni soon!
Session 1: June 12
Session 2: June 17
Session 3: June 20
Session 4: June 24
Saturday, June 15
Columbia Alumni Chapter Social at the Soda City Market
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
1300-1600 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29200
Join the Columbia Alumni Chapter at the Soda City Market on Sat. June 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bring your family and friends to this fun
event featuring 150 vendors. Enjoy food, unique market vendors and music while hanging
out with local alumni. Be sure to wear garnet and gold for a chapter picture at the
steps of the State House at 11:30 a.m. Admission and parking is free. To see more information please visit
the Soda City Market website. Please RSVP to alumni@winthrop.edu by June 13.
Saturday, June 29
D.C. Metro Young Alumni Council Day of Service
Sponsored by So Others May Eat
10 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
71 O Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Come together with fellow D.C. young alumni for a D.C. Young Alumni Day of Service
with So Others May Eat (SOME). Join us as we serve a hot meal to members of the community on Saturday, June 29.
Register by June 19 to secure your spot by emailing dcyoungalumni@winthrop.edu. Be sure to wear your garnet and gold to show your Winthrop pride.
Saturday, June 29
Triangle Alumni Chapter Social at Mission X Escape
2 p.m. (alumni picture at 1:45 p.m.)
3400 Westgate Dr. Suite 8
Durham, NC 27707
Join the Triangle Alumni Chapter at the MissionX Escape on Saturday June 29 at 2 p.m. Use the problem-solving skills you learned at Winthrop
to escape a Category 5 hurricane and get to safety. Are you up for the challenge to
escape the hurricane? Space is limited to eight alumni. Email trianglealumni@winthrop.edu by June 26 to secure your spot. Payment will be taken at Mission X Escape. Please
arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time to complete registration and take a group
picture. Be sure to wear your garnet and gold for the picture.
July 2019
Thursday, July 25
Welcome Reception for Byron Putman ’94
6-8 p.m.
Richardson Ballroom, DiGiorgio Campus Center
2020 Alumni Drive
Rock Hill, SC 29733
Please join us for a cocktail reception to welcome Byron D. Putman ’94 as the president
of Winthrop Alumni Association on Thursday, July 25, 2019 from 6 - 8 p.m. in Richardson
Ballroom, located in the DiGiorgio Campus Center. Byron’s term as president begins
on July 1, 2019. Please respond by July 20, 2019 to alumni@winthrop.edu or 803/323-2145.
August 2019
Monday, August 19
Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle
West Center
Hosted by the Student Alumni Council on the first day of fall semester classes. This
interactive event introduces all incoming students to the treasures and traditions
of Winthrop. Each student receives The Garnet and Gold book, which outlines the university’s
history and traditions. Help us carry on Winthrop’s history by sharing The Garnet
and Gold book.
Saturday, August 24
Winthrop Day at Carowinds
Carowinds
10 a.m.-10 p.m.
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28273
Join the Winthrop Alumni Association and fellow Winthrop alumni for the fifth annual Winthrop Day at Carowinds on Saturday, Aug. 24. The Alumni Association will be at the front gate to welcome alumni, students faculty and staff from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Wear your Winthrop gear and enjoy the Carowinds experience at a deeply discounted price of $40, including parking with $1 from each ticket sale benefiting student scholarships. Username is Winthrop; password is Eagles. Please note these are case sensitive.
Contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 803/323-2145 or alumni@winthrop.edu for more information.
September 2019
Thursday, September 26
Myrtle Beach Alumni Chapter Launch
6-8 p.m.
Wild Wing Café at Barefoot Landing
4706 Hwy 17 S.
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Join the Winthrop Alumni Association and Myrtle Beach Alumni Chapter leader Alison Hamilton ’92 as we launch the Myrtle Beach Alumni Chapter on Thursday, Sept. 26 at the Wild Wing Café at Barefoot Landing. The Wild Wing Café is owned by alumna Patti Knight Hilton ’74. Appetizers and beverages are complimentary of the Winthrop University Alumni Association. Please RSVP by Sept. 23 to alumni@winthrop.edu.
October 2019
Tuesday, October 22
Grad Finale
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Winthrop Bookstore Commons
Wednesday, October 23
Grad Finale
4–7 p.m.
Winthrop Bookstore Commons
Students are invited to the Winthrop Bookstore where they receive information about
alumni benefits and purchase class rings, graduation announcements and regalia. Many
campus departments make this event a success each semester by providing graduates
the opportunity to discuss their remaining degree requirements, learn what campus
services and benefits that are offered by: the Center for Career and Civic Engagement,
Recreational Services, Eagle Club, Computing and Information Technology, Annual Giving,
Graduate School, Records & Registration, Student Financial Services and the Winthrop
Bookstore.
Tuesday, October 29
Ghost Tours
Tillman Hall
Ghost Tours explores the campus legends and historical figures that have shaped Winthrop.
All proceeds from this special event support the student-giving program associated
with the Winthrop Fund. Experience Winthrop as never before while supporting your
current and future Eagles at the same time!
November 2019
Nov. 15-16
Homecoming and Reunion Weekend
Winthrop University
Join us for a fun weekend of events celebrating Homecoming and Reunion Weekend. Please
visit the Homecoming and Reunion website for full list of events. If your class year
ends in a ‘4 or ‘9 you are celebrating a milestone reunion year! We look forward to
seeing you at the Alumni Reunion and Awards Luncheon on Sat. Nov. 16 at 11 a.m. in
McBryde Hall. Registration for Homecoming and Reunion Weekend will open fall 2019.
If you have any questions please email alumni@winthrop.edu or call 803/323-2145.
December 2019
Friday, December 6
84th Annual Tree Lighting
6-6:30 p.m.
Tillman Front Lawn
This event brings a sense of holiday cheer to the campus’s community as students,
alumni, faculty/staff and community members enjoy this annual tradition. All are invited
to enjoy cookies, hot cocoa and hot apple cider as we prepare to light the Magnolia
tree. Be ready for a night of fun as this event kicks off the ChristmasVille Parade
that will begin at 6:30 p.m.