Story co-written with Nick Childs The Department of Campus Recreation and Base Camp Cullowhee will be hosting their annual bouldering competition Feb. 7-10 from 4-8 p.m. daily at the Campus Recreation Center climbing wall. Casey Fenton, Interim Assistant Director of Outdoor Programs, describes bouldering as one of the most basic forms of climbing. “You’re not […]
Archives for February 2022
Turning Point’s “freedom” means fear for some WCU students
February 7, 2022 by
Story is co-written/ produced with Stephen Pierce Turning Point USA has a complicated reputation on WCU’s campus. Some associate it with political concepts such as fiscal responsibility, limited government, and free markets, while others associate it with unsolicited text messages and harassment towards students who have differing political views. According to the WCU chapter of […]
The story behind Kudzu: Invading property to practical decorations
February 7, 2022 by
The story of kudzu is one of many trials and tribulations experienced by early farmers. Now, many years later, their descendants have learned of a way to turn kudzu into unique decorations made for any home. Kudzu has been in the United States since the late 19th century. It first was seen in a display […]
Hip hop duo Black Violin to bring electric performance to WCU
February 7, 2022 by
Black Violin, a Grammy-nominated American hip hop duo, will perform at WCU’s Bardo Arts Center Wednesday, Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m., bringing an electric, energy-filled performance as part of WCU’s Black History Month events. Black Violin consists of two classically trained musicians, Kev Marcus, who plays the violin, and Wil B., who plays the viola. […]
SGA holding annual elections Feb. 28 – March 1
February 7, 2022 by
The Student Government Association (SGA) is holding its annual elections for the Student Senate, Student Body Vice-President and the Student Body President. The candidate filing period was open from Jan. 10 – Jan. 24 for candidates to apply to run. After being vetted to ensure that candidates meet the requirements to serve as delegated officials, […]
