Co-written/produced with Kyia Hough Western Carolina University prides itself on being an engaged and ‘hands-on’ institution of higher education. By using various programs, WCU provides its students with opportunities to start up a business or develop inventions that will be used in the industry. Prime examples are the Epic Innovation, a student initiative that brings together […]
Archives for May 15, 2018
The Catamount Singers and Electric Soul “Bring the Beat In”
May 15, 2018 by
Product collaborated with Kaylynn Wilson and Shayla Trent. “Bring the Beat In” is a performance that will forever go down in infamy at Western Carolina University. On April 26, the Catamount Singers and Electric Soul took the stage in the Bardo Arts Center. The performance sampled many different genres such as Pop, Country, R&B along […]
Whee Discriminate
May 15, 2018 by
Co-written with Keegan Wiggins Western Carolina University prides itself on being a diversified and inclusive institution, but that identity has been shaken after the racial incidents that happened since the beginning of the spring semester. Since the Whee Matter movement’s start in February, the administration has provided the student leaders and community with monthly reports of what […]
Whee Discriminate: A look at SAGA
May 15, 2018 by
Since its inception, Western Carolina University’s Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA) has promoted advocacy and awareness for the LGBT+ community. The student organization’s purpose is to provide support and outreach, as well as resources and information, for individuals of all identities and sexualities. SAGA is an organization that prides itself on providing a safe haven for […]
Whee Discriminate: A look at ICA
May 15, 2018 by
Interviews contributed by Travon Ricketts Western Carolina University’s Intercultural Affairs is a campus organization designed to provide an environment in which students of different backgrounds and cultures can feel appreciated, valued and respected. The purpose of ICA is broken into three categories: engage, entertain and educate WCU’s community. ICA promotes inclusive values of human dignity […]
Whee Discriminate: A look at LASO
May 15, 2018 by
The Latino Appreciation Student Organization (LASO) is a student ran club that focuses on educating the community about Latino culture and life at WCU. In order to educate the students, LASO has held several programs that focus on various identities within the Latino community. These programs look at the differences between the 20-21 nationalities that make […]
