News for October

From classroom to canvas: WSSU students take their shot at honoring NBA star Chris Paul
October 22, 2026
Art majors Isabella Como, Corey Cuthrell, Lanyjah Gunter and Zaria McGill worked as paid interns alongside nationally known artist Brian Peterson to create a mural of retired NBA star Chris Paul.

WSSU’s annual breast cancer awareness luncheon focuses on education, hope and resilience
October 19, 2026
Stories of survival, tears of joy and a sea of pink were part of Winston-Salem State University’s annual breast cancer awareness luncheon Oct. 16.

WSSU will welcome 140 alumni to ‘Return to Serve’ students during Homecoming
October 19, 2026
During Homecoming this year, 140 alumni will return to the campus they love to put the university's motto into action.

WSSU receives a nearly $500,000 grant to help protect against artificial intelligence cybersecurity threats
October 15, 2026
WSSU faculty members have received a $496,376 grant from the National Science Foundation to help protect against cybersecurity threats involving artificial intelligence.

Diggs Gallery presents ‘Between the River and the Road’ art exhibition with opening reception Oct. 24
October 14, 2026
WSSU's Diggs Gallery will present “Between the River and the Road,” an exhibition featuring the work of acclaimed artists Clarence Heyward and Stephen L. Hayes Jr., Oct. 16 through Dec. 12.

Champions lead the way: Lady Rams named WSSU Homecoming Parade grand marshals
October 14, 2026
After making history last season by capturing their first CIAA Tournament Championship, the Lady Rams will now do something else groundbreaking – serve as homecoming parade grand marshals.

Winston-Salem State University receives nearly $750,000 grant to preserve the historic S.G. Atkins House
October 07, 2026
WSSU has received a $749,700 grant from the National Park Service’s Historic Preservation Fund for historically Black colleges and universities to renovate the S.G. Atkins House.

Happy 36th Anniversary, Diggs Gallery
October 02, 2026
Today, Diggs Gallery at Winston-Salem State University proudly celebrates 36 years of enriching lives through art, culture, education and community.
Golden Ram Anthony Pace to celebrate special homecoming in new role
October 01, 2026
Anthony Pace will return for homecoming this year not only as a Golden Ram but also as president of the WSSU National Alumni Association.