Blood donations are at the lowest they have been in over a decade, according to the American Red Cross. This month Western Carolina faculty, staff, and students helped by donating over 350 units of blood that were collected during the blood drive held Feb. 15-17. “I would like to say a tremendous thank you to […]
Archives for February 2011
American Red Cross turns to WCU students for help
February 18, 2011 by
The American Red Cross came to Western Carolina University on Tuesday, Feb. 15 until Thursday, Feb. 17. The blood drive was in the University Center Grand Room every day from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Over 300 people attended the blood drive and selflessly gave their own blood. There were a lot of smiling faces in […]
A ‘Reason’ spells success
February 18, 2011 by
The Railway Players of Western Carolina University continued their Niggli series performing Reasons to be Pretty written by Neil Labute and directed by Claire Eye. The play showcases two young couples, Greg and Stephanie, who are breaking up, and Kent and Karly, who are “happily” married. The play twists and turns and keeps the audience […]
Catamount baseball 2011: take me out to the ball game
February 18, 2011 by
Catamount baseball swings back into action opening weekend February 18-20 against Morehead State. The runners up in the Southern Conference championship look to win the title in 2011. Last year the Cats finished their season 38-20 with 2 players picked up in the MLB draft. The Catamounts lost several key seniors last season including MLB […]
Training for the WCU half marathon kicks off
February 17, 2011 by
Training sessions for the Valley of the Lilies Half Marathon are held on campus, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6 a.m. and on Saturdays at 8 a.m. The 13.1 miles race is organized by the School of Health Sciences and the Department of Campus Recreation & Wellness and scheduled for April 3 through a scenic […]
