Over the past few years, our college has placed a growing emphasis on making Wofford’s high-impact educational experience accessible to all students. The need for financial support to make that happen resonates with Wofford alumni, parents and friends, and, as a result, the college has seen increased giving in the area of experiential learning.
This issue of Wofford Today includes stories of gifts that fuel these opportunities to learn by doing — from study away to internship or research experiences to community-based learning and entrepreneurial ventures. Read about how two members of the staff who have served the college for decades have been honored with the creation of funds to support experiential learning. Also, learn more about a scholarship memorializing Penny Koger-Thomas ’00 and gifts that paid for the renovation of a new advanced chemistry lab in honor of Dr. Charlie Bass.
This issue also celebrates the grand reopening of the Burwell Building, which provides opportunities for gathering and dining for all students, and the impact of the Presidential International Scholars program.
At Wofford College, every day provides opportunities to fulfill our mission, opening doors for students so they can become citizens, leaders and scholars in a global world. Your partnership is the key, and I thank you for your engagement.
Nayef H. Samhat
11TH PRESIDENT OF WOFFORD COLLEGE