The string quartet ETHEL, and Native American flute player, Robert Mirabal captivated an audience at Western Carolina University. They brought music, poetry and dance about love for people and the environment in their musical ceremony, “The River.” The group defined their performance as a musical ceremony meaning it brings the audience on a spiritual […]
Archives for October 2019
Western talks changes to dining for the upcoming year
October 28, 2019 by
The meal plans for 2020-2021 may look different, both in the amount of swipes and the price tag you’ll be paying for it, say the officials at the WCU dining services. At the latest meeting of the WCU Dining advisory board on Oct. 23, they also covered bugs (again), safety, and various customer service complains. […]
The meaning behind homecoming court at WCU
October 28, 2019 by
Western Carolina University celebrated Homecoming this week and crowned Paolo Balladares and Samantha Carter as this year’s king and queen at the Homecoming game on Saturday, Oct. 26. Homecoming is a tradition held by many colleges or universities to welcome back alumni to their campus. But what is the purpose of a homecoming court, and […]
Furman Silences WCU on Homecoming
October 28, 2019 by
It was a wet and chilly day at E.J. Whitmire Stadium while the Catamounts drowned in their offensive woes as Furman (5-3) defeated WCU (1-7) on their homecoming game 28-7 last Saturday, Oct. 26. Furman opened up the game with a field goal on their first possession. The Catamounts then proceeded to march down the […]
Food, fun and friends at the Homecoming Carnival
October 28, 2019 by
The air was crisp as students and Sylva locals flocked to the WCU fountain to enjoy the Homecoming Carnival. The area surrounding the fountain is usually quiet but on Oct. 22 it was filled with rides, games and a large crowd of students and locals. The smell of popcorn and cotton candy greeted them as […]
New plan for Cullowhee focuses on housing
October 25, 2019 by
The Cullowhee Community Planning Council has created a small area plan for the community that focuses on housing for students and permanent residents. The council held a public meeting on Oct. 22 in the Ramsey Center at Western Carolina University to showcase the finalized drafts of the Cullowhee Small Area Plan. Planning Manager for Stewart […]
