Winthrop to Host Events in Honor of Graduate Education Week

ROCK HILL, SOUTH CAROLINA — Universities and colleges across South Carolina will observe Graduate Education Week in the Palmetto State Feb. 12-16. The initiative raises awareness of the importance of graduate education and the positive impact graduate education makes on the state and nation.

At Winthrop, the Graduate School will host:

Monday, Feb. 12
Regalia Day
Winthrop faculty and staff who hold graduate degrees will wear their academic regalia to kick off Graduate Education Week.

Tuesday, Feb. 13
Panel Discussion: Why Graduate Education Matters
11 a.m., Dina's Place

Hear from Winthrop faculty and staff to learn about the importance of graduate education and how it can impact your life and your community. This is an approved cultural event.

Tuesday, Feb. 13
Open House and Academic Showcase
5:30-7 p.m., Richardson Ballroom

Prospective graduate students can meet faculty and students, and explore the many graduate degrees offered at Winthrop. See examples of student work and learn about the admissions process and financial assistance. Details and registration on Eventbrite.

Thursday, Feb. 15
M.F.A. Studio Tour
5-6 p.m., Lewandowski Gallery in McLaurin Hall

View works by talented Master of Fine Arts students. The M.F.A. student studios will be open to the public to tour and see works in progress.

Follow the week's events on social media with #WUGradEdWeek

For more information, contact the Graduate School at 803/323-2204 or e-mail gradschool@winthrop.edu.