Find Your Counselor - Wingate University Find Your Counselor First-year students in Anson, Cabarrus, Gaston, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Richmond, Stanly and Union counties in North Carolina GET TO KNOW JeNN Sports Mom, Runner, Candy Lover. What was your first impression of Wingate? I fell in love with the campus the minute I drove in! It was warm, bright, and friendly. I immediately knew it was where I belonged. Why Wingate? Wingate cares about it's students. There is always a counselor, advisor, or professor willing to help. It's easy to get to know your classmates and find mentors throughout your four years. Advice for the college search process? Take your time researching and visiting different campuses. Don't be afraid to ask questions- there aren't many we haven't heard before! It's important to feel comfortable with your decision. Describe Wingate in three words: Welcoming, Transformative, Challenging. Advice for incoming freshmen? Go to class and get to know your professors! Everyone is nervous even if they don't show it. Try to get out of your comfort zone to meet new people and share new experiences. What is your favorite place on campus? The McGee Center. Madeline Branham Admissions Counselor for First-Year Students m.branham@wingate.edu GET TO KNOW madeline Dog Mom, Thrift Shop Enthusiast, Disney Lover. What was your first impression of Wingate? When I first visited the Wingate campus, I was impressed by how beautiful and inviting the campus was! Everyone here is incredibly friendly which makes Wingate feel like home. Why Wingate? The community! Wingate is a school that genuinely cares and invests in its students. You will be equipped for success in your future career and have an incredible university experience too! Advice for the college search process? Visit the campus! There's no better way to get a true feel for campus life and the student culture than by experiencing it firsthand. Describe Wingate in three words: Encouraging, Innovative, Welcoming Advice for incoming freshmen? Keep a growth mindset! You’ll have so many opportunities to try new things – don’t be afraid to say yes! Wingate is full of resources to help you grow, don’t be afraid to use them. The faculty and staff on campus are here because they want to help you succeed. What is your favorite place on campus? The patio behind the Crowder Welcome Center – Nothing beats a Starbucks drink with a view of the pond! 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It felt like a hidden gem in a small town. Why Wingate? A student would choose Wingate for the small intimate class sizes, the genuine love of the community on campus and to also become a well rounded global citizen. Advice for the college search process? My advice would be to take your time and research each school to make sure it aligns with your interests at heart. It's easy to feel rushed into a choice or to feel overwhelmed with such a life changing decision but be patient in exploring your choices. Describe Wingate in three words: Loving, Vibrant, Home Advice for incoming freshmen? My advice would be to prioritize your time. Time management is a huge component when transitioning from high school and it can make or break you. Plan ahead to avoid issues later in your academic journey. What is your favorite place on campus? Batte Center Rotunda TJ's Territories NC Counties Alamance Beaufort Bertie Bladen Brunswick Camden Carteret Caswell Chatham Chowan Columbus Craven Cumberland Currituck Dare Duplin Durham Edgecombe Franklin Gates Granville Greene Halifax Harnett Hertford Hoke Hyde Johnston Jones Lee Lenoir Martin Moore Nash New Hanover Northampton Onslow Orange Pamlico Pasquotank Pender Perquimans Person Pitt Robeson Sampson Scotland Tyrrell Vance Wake Warren Washington Wayne Wilson States Georgia South Carolina Virginia Daniel Hatley Admissions Counselor for: Transfer Students Early/Middle College Students Re-Admit Students Non-Degree Seeking Students d.hatley@wingate.edu GET TO KNOW Daniel Avid Runner, Book Collector, Swiftie. What was your first impression of Wingate? My first impression of Wingate was that I would not be just another employee; I was joining a second family. Everyone that I have met has been so kind and welcoming. Why Wingate? I believe students choose Wingate because they are allowed to be more than a number. With small class sizes and a great walkable campus, students are not just going to college; they are joining a community. Advice for the college search process? My advice for any student searching for a college is to visit the campus. It's important for a student to visually see if they would fit in well and to meet and to talk with current students. From my personal campus tour experience, I knew as soon as I stepped foot on campus if that college was a fit for me. Describe Wingate in three words: Community, Compassionate, Student-driven Advice for incoming freshmen? My advice for college freshmen is to remember that the choices they make now, have a ripple effect for the rest of their lives. Some of the people that I met on my first day of college have become my friends for life. What is your favorite place on campus? The Library GET TO KNOW JESSICA Mom, love Mexican food, crochet to relax. What was your first impression of Wingate? I hope the people are as beautiful as the campus (they are!!) Why Wingate? Wingate allows students to receive a quality education in an environment that provides for individual attention, lifelong relationships and endless opportunities. Advice for the college search process? Visit as many schools as you can. It's one thing to find a school that offers your major, but you need to feel at home there as well. Describe Wingate in three words: Friends, family, home. Advice for incoming freshmen? Get involved! This is your chance to try new things and discover hidden talents and interests. What is your favorite place on campus? The Academic Quad. Questions? Admissions (704) 233-8200 admit@wingate.edu