The annual World Press Freedom Day on May 3 is designed to remind the public of their duties to recognize and respect the freedom of press. Journalists around the world marked the World Press Freedom Day with a mix of celebration and concern, as ongoing threats to media continue to shape global information. “People need […]
Gift and Thrift: Bringing sustainable style to WCU
May 8, 2026 by
Students and community members were invited to the third annual Gift and Thrift event hosted by WCU’s Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning on Friday, May 1 at a pop-up shop in the University Center. Over 30 students attended the event, clearing out the donated items quicker than they had been sorted. The event […]
Stride for education: Community 5K fundraiser for HIV and AIDS awareness
April 29, 2026 by
Thirty-five people participated in the 5K run to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS on Saturday, April 25 at the University Center Central Plaza on WCU’s campus. The Latinas Promoviendo Comunidad and Lambda Phi Chi hosted the 5K run for HIV and AIDS, alongside their partnerships. The race raised a total of $500 from donations. […]
Hummingbirds have returned to NC
April 24, 2026 by
Time to refill those sugar water feeders sitting in your garden! The annual hummingbird spring migration to North Carolina has begun. Hummingbird migration generally begins in early March and ends in mid-May. Once here, the hummingbirds will stay until August. Dr. Jeremy Hyman, professor and department chair of biology at Western Carolina University, received his […]
WCU Field Day: From tug-of-war to victory roars
April 24, 2026 by
Students gathered under clear spring skies on April 17 for a lively field day outside the Rock residence halls at Western Carolina University, where games, music and friendly competition brought the campus community together in celebration of the semesters final stretch. As the school year comes to an end, getting outside and active is a […]
5K Bunny Run Fundraiser: The preservation of a historic landmark
April 1, 2026 by
Version of the story was published in The Sylva Herald, April 1 edition The first Annual 5K run/walk for the Nonprofit Southwestern Child Development Commission in Western North Carolina started at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 28 at the Southwestern Community College Bookstore. The fundraising run was $35, buying you a fun atmosphere to get […]
