Archives for February 2014

Balaton brass, beats, and treats

As the lights dimmed and a hush fell over a small recital hall, shiny brass and thundering percussion slowly filled a silent space with echoing musical conversation. It is hard to describe the atmosphere at the Balaton Chamber Brass concert of Feb. 18. The four performers of the night – husband and wife Dan and […]

New sisters learning the rules

Sorority membership can be very rewarding, however one must know how to represent not only themselves, but an entire group. The College PanHellenic Council (CPC) held a seminar in the UC Theater for all new Greek women on Feb. 18. At the seminar, there was all of the CPC Executive members in attendance to present […]

Round table featured the presentation on Africans in the WW II

About 20 students gathered to listen to history professor Saheed Aderinto discuss Africans in WWII at the Carolina Round Table on Wednesday, Feb. 19. Black History month allows society to take the time and reflect how much African Americans have accomplished. This event recognized African cultures and their struggles on their native land. Aderinto wanted […]

What is the Maze?

The question that has been all over the Western Carolina Campus has puzzled students for weeks. Finally, they got their answer in a magic show on Feb. 20 in the University Center’s Grand room. Jim Munroe came to WCU to share his magic, faith and show us what the Maze is. “I thought it was […]

Echoes of the Cotton Club to hold auditions tomorrow

From WCU News Open auditions for or the speaking roles in the radio cast The Echoes of the Cotton Club spring radio show recreation at Western Carolina University will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday Feb. 22 in room 216 of Breese Gym. 17 roles are being cast by Director Steve Carlisle including […]

WCU Baseball off to a strong start

Western Carolina’s baseball team won their home opener, 8-0, over Winthrop University Tuesday, Feb. 18, and look to keep this trend going for the rest of the season. The Catamounts really hit their stride late in the fifth inning, after getting their first run on a walk with bases loaded. They wouldn’t look back, scoring […]