I can’t think of a better way to kick off my time as a staff writer for The Western Carolina Journalist than to review a show put on right in our neighborhood. Those of us addicted to concerts know that that’s a big deal because we are used to driving to Asheville to get our […]
Archives for April 2015
Sounds and dances from around the world at WCU
April 9, 2015 by
The A.K. Hinds University Center at Western Carolina University was filled with an array of color as students from around the world waved their flags, displayed their culture and embraced the diversity that exists on this campus. The event which is organized by international students and the Office of International Programs and Services, kicked off with a […]
Searching for Avidity
April 9, 2015 by
Daniel Ross isn’t your typical college student. The 23-year-old from Fayetteville, NC came to Western Carolina University in the fall of 2009. Six years later, he is finishing up his communication degree with a concentration in public relations and a minor in hospitality and tourism. He is graduating in May, and he will be celebrating […]
WCU’s first ‘Battle of the Bands’ goes to…
April 9, 2015 by
Eight bands entered, but only one walked away with the opportunity of a lifetime: to be the opening band for We the Kings! Last Minute Productions hosted their first Battle of the Bands competition Monday, April 6 at the A.K. Hinds University Center on WCU’s campus. As the different acts began to prepare for their battle in the University […]
Peter Pan to fly onto the WCU stage April 16 – 18
April 9, 2015 by
“Inspiring,” “fantastic” and “the what ifs” are what comes to mind when it comes to one the greatest children’s stories, Peter Pan. Peter Pan, Wendy, John and Michael will all make their mark at Western Carolina University as their beloved story of adventures in Neverland will be told. WCU’s School of Stage and Screen’s production […]
‘Ready, Set, Blow’ with Jackson County Green Energy Park
April 8, 2015 by
Jackson County Green Energy Park (JCGEP) will host an artist open house competition from 2 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 11. “The artist open house competition is an incentive to get the artists out to the JCGEP and experience our brand of studios,” said Timm Muth, director of JCGEP. JCGEP is searching for artists […]
