The well-known Catamount “Fight Song” has been a staple of Western Carolina University since 1981. Since then, it is often performed at WCU football games, convocations, basketball games and other university events. The song was written and composed by WCU long time music professor, Robert Richard “Dick” Trevarthen, who passed away in the summer of […]
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia spreads love through song
February 8, 2023 by
Version of story originally published in the Western Carolinian. WCU’s Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia (PMA) will perform commissioned serenades on Tuesday, Feb. 14 on campus for significant others or anyone you want to impress or embarrass. Valentine’s Day serenades is an annual fundraiser where students can purchase a serenade for their significant other, a friend […]
One-woman show teaches WCU ‘You’re not what you’ve been through’
January 30, 2023 by
Western Carolina University was moved by an emotional and entertaining telling of Dr. Tiffany Jackson’s own life and hardships through a showcase of her musical talents and expertise. Members of the audience were faced with raw discussions of racial identity and left the show with an earned perspective for what it may have been like […]
Karaoke night at O’Malley’s
December 17, 2022 by
Story co-produced with Sadie Kennedy In the cold, dark months of winter, a warm glow of music and glee barrels from a place where locals and travelers alike join to eat, drink and be merry. Wednesday and Friday night karaoke at O’Malley’s Pub and Grill is a holiday highlight for all to enjoy. Open since […]
The power of cinema to keep community
December 15, 2022 by
In a divisive time, with heated political and social climates, anything that creates unity is valuable. Theaters could play a great role in this than we realize. Greg Israel, the owner of Sylva’s “Catamount Cinemas” and “Smoky Mountain Cinemas” in Waynesville, says “Theaters create social opportunities and unify people in many ways.” Israel, among many […]
WCU art students create books for Cherokee learners
December 13, 2022 by
Story co-produced with Madison Pait WCU art students create and donate books for Cherokee learners in WCU’s Introduction to Printmaking course. “We’re partnering with the Cherokee learners to create a children’s book. And the hopes for this book is for all of the students in the class to create a picture that sort of symbolizes […]
