Popular book, Dear Martin, was pulled from Tuscola High School in Haywood County in January, based on the complaints of only one parent. Parent Tim Reeves contained sexual innuendos and profanities like ““f-word,” the “s-word,” and “GD””, as listed by Smoky Mountain News. Reeves and superintendent Dr. Bill Nolte both believe the messages are being […]
Archives for February 2022
Need help finding a job or internship? Check out WCU’s Career Fair March 17!
February 27, 2022 by
Western Carolina University’s Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) is hosting their semi-annual Career Fair Plus event for the Spring 2022 semester on Thursday, March 17. The fair will be held in the Ramsey Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Boasting more than 110 employers and graduate schools in attendance, there are plenty […]
WCU legends Logan and Carr reminisce on Western Wednesday
February 26, 2022 by
It’s not every day when two athletic legends from Western Carolina University get to sit down and talk about their glory days. On Wednesday, Feb. 23, WCU hosted an episode of Western Wednesday Replays that featured two WCU basketball legends, Henry Logan and Ronnie Carr. It was also attended by Marty Ramsey, director of WCU […]
WCU students opinions of Biden presidency before the one year mark
February 26, 2022 by
President Biden’s first state of the Union address is coming up on Tuesday, March 1. He is facing bad national ratings and a new war – the Russian aggression to Ukraine, and growing gas prices will likely impact the public opinion depending on what Biden does and reacts. WCU students we talked to and surveyed […]
Meet the candidates for WCU SGA’s 2022 leadership
February 25, 2022 by
Story co-produced with Savanna Tenenoff SGA at WCU has officially announced the candidates who are campaigning for the 2022 elections, which will serve the student body during the 2022 to 2023 academic year. Candidates are campaigning Feb. 21 through March 1, SGA announced via an Instagram post. Students will only be able to vote for […]
Advising Day – a day free from classes or stress and anxiety inducer?
February 25, 2022 by
Story co-written with Saydie Bean The answer depends on who you ask. For advisors, it can be a positive experience that allows them to reconnect with students. For students, the answer often varies. Many students are frustrated with the process of advising, while others use the day to catch up on homework. At WCU, Advising […]
