Winston-Salem State University, Public university in Winston-Salem, United States.
Winston-Salem State University is a public institution in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, occupying roughly 47 hectares (117 acres). Around 40 buildings include lecture halls, student centers, and the C. G. O'Kelly Library.
The institution began in 1892 as Slater Industrial Academy with just 25 students and one teacher. It gained university status in 1969 and joined the University of North Carolina system.
The Diggs Gallery on campus holds a collection of African-American art and presents rotating exhibitions throughout the year. The gallery regularly opens its spaces to visitors and organizes events that bring together artists and the public.
The campus is open during daytime hours and visitors may explore public areas, including the art gallery and green spaces. Parking is available near the main facilities.
Students perform over 45,000 hours of community service each year through different social projects and development programs. These initiatives connect academic life closely with the neighborhoods around the institution.
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