Few bands could survive the kind of year 2012 was for Virginia based heavy metal outfit Lamb of God had, even fewer would be bold enough to film it for the rest of the world to see. Directed by Don Argot, “As the Palaces Burn” is a documentary about Lamb of Gods 2012 tour, where […]
WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center commemorates the Trail of Tears
March 1, 2014 by
The “Cherokee Artistic Expressions of the Trail of Tears” traveling exhibit and lecture stopped by WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center this past week to honor the 175th anniversary of the Trail of Tears. “Never forget” was the theme of the exhibit, which included government documents to give a broad timeline of the event, artwork from around […]
Balaton brass, beats, and treats
February 24, 2014 by
As the lights dimmed and a hush fell over a small recital hall, shiny brass and thundering percussion slowly filled a silent space with echoing musical conversation. It is hard to describe the atmosphere at the Balaton Chamber Brass concert of Feb. 18. The four performers of the night – husband and wife Dan and […]
What is the Maze?
February 23, 2014 by
The question that has been all over the Western Carolina Campus has puzzled students for weeks. Finally, they got their answer in a magic show on Feb. 20 in the University Center’s Grand room. Jim Munroe came to WCU to share his magic, faith and show us what the Maze is. “I thought it was […]
Echoes of the Cotton Club to hold auditions tomorrow
February 21, 2014 by
From WCU News Open auditions for or the speaking roles in the radio cast The Echoes of the Cotton Club spring radio show recreation at Western Carolina University will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday Feb. 22 in room 216 of Breese Gym. 17 roles are being cast by Director Steve Carlisle including […]
2014 Winter Olympic Games begin!
February 7, 2014 by
Sochi will become the center of the world this February. The Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, start tonight [Feb. 7] with a broadcast of the opening at 7:30 p.m. on NBC. The Opening Ceremonies will kick off the festivities and get the most expensive Olympics going on a high note. There is a slight difference […]
