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WSSU alumnus, John Burton Jr., delivers TEDx Talk on redefining excellence
January 29, 2026
WSSU distinguished alumnus, John Burton Jr., Class of 1998 and 2025 Alumni Achiever Award recipient, delivered a compelling TEDx Talk for TEDxMallard Creek.
Chancellor Bonita J. Brown named to inaugural ASU+GSV Higher Education Insights Board
January 29, 2026
WSSU Chancellor Bonita J. Brown has been selected to serve on the inaugural ASU+GSV (Arizona State University + Global Silicon Vally) Higher Education Insights Board, a national body of forward-thinking presidents and chancellors.

WSSU becomes first HBCU in North Carolina to fully support Apple devices
January 27, 2026
WSSU has expanded its technology support to fully include Macs, iPads and iPhones, making WSSU the first HBCU in North Carolina to offer secure, campus-wide Apple device access using regular university username and password.

WSSU experiences significant increase in graduate rates for male students
January 26, 2026
Winston-Salem State University’s four-year graduation rate for male students increased by 10 percentage points year over year, a notable gain that outpaces national trends and reflects the impact of intentional, coordinated student success strategies.