Winston-Salem State University

About Winston-Salem State University

Founded in 1892, Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) enjoys a distinguished reputation as a historically Black constituent institution of the University of North Carolina that offers a high-quality liberal education. WSSU's diverse faculty are dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Our rich curriculum fosters the critical thinking, analytical problem-solving, and depth of character needed to transform the world. Students graduate equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to create innovative solutions to today's-and tomorrow's-complex problems. Guided by the motto "Enter to Learn. Depart to Serve," WSSU develops leaders who advance social justice by serving the world with compassion and commitment. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni address issues such as health equity, urban education, and community empowerment.