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William Peace University Athletics Announces Hall Of Fame Class Of 2022
William Peace University Athletics is excited to announce the inductees to the 2022 Athletics Hall of Fame. The Pacers have not inducted a new Hall of Fame class since 2012 and are thrilled to revamp the Hall of Fame for 2022. The William Peace Univers...
Apr 1, 2022, 2:04pm EDT
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WPU announces the Willard and Libby Ross Courageous Finish Scholarship
The Willard and Libby Ross Courageous Finish Scholarship is part of the "22 Courageous Gifts in 2022" giving campaign - a campus-wide fundraising initiative at William Peace University (WPU). Donors, like Willard and Libby Ross, support this initiative...
Apr 1, 2022, 12:04pm EDT

NCDPS Partners With WPU for RN to BSN program
RALEIGH, N.C. - More Registered Nurses at the North Carolina Department of Safety can earn their Bachelor of Nursing degrees thanks to a new partnership announced with William Peace University (WPU). The NC Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) partner...
Mar 30, 2022, 9:00am EDT

WPU Student to Take on Sound Design for Upcoming Production of Zombie Prom
WPU's Theatre hires someone to help out with sound design for its productions. But this year, for the first time, a student will be in charge. WPU's Theatre will feature the production Zombie Prom April 7-10, directed by Program Director of Theatre W...
Mar 28, 2022, 10:49am EDT
William Peace University Athletics Name Hannah Marshall As Head Volleyball Coach
William Peace University Athletics is excited to announce Hannah Marshall as the Head Volleyball Coach. Marshall joins the Pacers after serving as the Head Women's Volleyball Coach and Assistant Men's Volleyball Coach at Lincoln College. Marshall joi...
Mar 17, 2022, 11:36am EDT

WPU Baseball Goes 2-0 Against Bulldogs
WPU baseball took two wins in a doubleheader over Dean College, winning game one 7-6 and game two 11-7. The Pacers now improve to a 7-4 overall record. THE BASICS Final score: Game One: William Peace 7, Dean College 6 Game Two: William Peace 11, D...
Mar 8, 2022, 2:42pm EST

WPU Esports Teams Are on the Rise
Clay Whitehurst carefully aimed his mouse, lined up his shot on an enemy player, and fired. But in the end, it wasn't enough. The WPU Valorant team lost to Catawba Valley Community College in their first esports match. Video games are booming in the ...
Mar 4, 2022, 11:35am EST

The Peace Times Wins Best of Show
The Peace Times earned the Best of Show for Newspaper award at the North Carolina College Media Conference this weekend. The annual conference is hosted by The North Carolina College Media Association (NCCMA), which aims to support and encourage colle...
Mar 3, 2022, 9:38am EST

Softball Posts Two Shutout Wins As They Go 2-1 In Grand Slam Triangle Classic
William Peace University softball went 2-1 in the Grand Slam Triangle Classic. The Pacers posted two shutout wins including a no-hitter for Katherine Murphy, and improve to 8-3 overall. THE BASICS Final score: Game One: William Peace 5, Carnegie Mell...
Mar 1, 2022, 12:48pm EST

Ryan, Wilkes, And Morgan Lead Pacers At D3 Atlantic Indoor Championships
William Peace University Men's and Women's Track & Field wrapped up their indoor season at the D3 Atlantic Indoor Championships. The Pacers impressed with several new PRs and school records. Three Pacers jumped to the top of the podium - Jazmine Ryan w...
Mar 1, 2022, 12:44pm EST