From WCU’s Public Relations Office Western Carolina University will hold commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 17, to honor its fall graduating class and a group of newly minted WCU alumni who were awarded degrees after this year’s summer-school sessions. The 1 p.m. ceremony at the Ramsey Regional Activity Center is open to everyone. No tickets are […]
Archives for December 2016
Sylva music scene folk revival, with a modern twist
December 14, 2016 by
In the not-so-distant past, the bars and breweries that line the streets of downtown Sylva and Dillsboro would emanate the rural region’s most popular style of music: electronica, or electronic dance music (EDM). But now, the Sylva music scene is returning to its original roots, thanks to bands like 1898. Yes, a semi-nightly rave had […]
Behind the scenes: creating the senior thesis in a form of a movie
December 14, 2016 by
Story was co-written and produced with Gavin Stewart. Lights, camera, action! Every major at Western Carolina University has a way for seniors to leave their last mark with the university. For the Film and Television Production majors, it is a senior thesis film. This year, there are two separate films that have been written, produced, […]
WCU women share their stories of perseverance in the U.S. military
December 13, 2016 by
WCU is home to a small number of U.S. servicemen and even fewer servicewomen. Upon attending the Veteran’s Day candlelight vigil hosted by Last Minute Productions, I met WCU student and veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, Jessica Bradley. She attended the vigil in honor of current members of the armed forces as well as those she […]
Secret study spots for your finals week
December 12, 2016 by
This story was co-written with Imani Stewart Western Carolina University’s pristine location allows students to have quick and easy access to many of the best sights and adventures the Southern Appalachian Mountains have to offer. With finals week approaching, stress is on the rise, but have no fear – there are plenty of places that can […]
WCU board approves proposed tuition, fees for 2017-18
December 12, 2016 by
From the WCU Office of Public Relations The Western Carolina University Board of Trustees approved a schedule of tuition and fees for the 2017-18 academic year that includes a 2 percent increase in tuition for students from North Carolina and a 3 percent increase in mandatory fees. The proposal, unanimously approved by the board at […]
