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WSSU becomes first HBCU to deploy Avive Connect AED®s, strengthening emergency readiness
January 07, 2026
WSSU has installed 75 Avive Connect AED®s across campus, making it the first HBCU in the country to deploy a connected AED initiative with Avive, and the first university in NC to roll out a program at this scale.
WSSU advances faculty-driven research through $750,000 NC Collaboratory grant
December 17, 2025
WSSU's Office of Research and Innovation received a three-year, $750,000 grant from NC Collaboratory to support faculty-driven research that helps faculty launch new projects, test innovative ideas and acquire essential research equipment.

‘Rooms don’t shine until a Ram walks in’
December 12, 2025
Nearly 600 Winston-Salem State University graduates departed to serve as they received their degrees Dec. 12 during fall commencement, motivated by senior class president Christian White to light up every room they enter.

WSSU education pays off as first-generation student and new mom earns Doctor of Physical Therapy degree against all odds
December 11, 2025
When Gisela Acosta walks across the stage at Winston-Salem State University on December 12 to receive her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, she won’t be walking alone.