The WHEE For Life program, which stands for “Wellness Helps Employees Excel,” began in 2009 in reaction to a statewide mandate for North Carolina. The goal for WHEE For Life is to provide wellness opportunities to employees both on and off campus dealing with lowering stress, cutting out bad smoking habits and increasing nutrition and […]
WHEE For Life and the Cross Training Challenge provide wellness opportunities for WCU
February 24, 2013 by
Internet sensation “shakes” WCU
February 20, 2013 by
Recently a Youtube sensation has been sweeping the web. People from all over the world have been creating their own version of the “Harlem Shake.” On Wednesday, Feb. 20 at roughly 5:30 p.m. the students of Western Carolina University met on the University Center lawn to produce their own version. Chancellor David Belcher and the […]
“The Battle of the Plug” is underway
February 19, 2013 by
The second annual Battle of the Plug kicks off this week, encouraging students to conserve energy. Backed by the Student Government Association and the Resident Student Association, various events throughout campus will be held from Feb. 18 to March 11. While the competition is to see whether Appalachian State University or Western Carolina University can […]
Wizards of The Coast brings Magic back the Southeast
February 19, 2013 by
Wizards of the Coast cards thrill for gamers. Photo by Dustin George. Wizards of The Coast are preparing to turn the Charlotte Convention Center into the next best thing with one of the first sealed Magic the Gathering Grand Prix tournaments of 2013 this weekend. A handful of Western Carolina University students will be attending […]
808 West apartment complex to offer many features
February 15, 2013 by
Construction of the new 808 West apartment complex began in September 2012 and is expected to be completed by August 2013. 808 West is located across Highway 107 from the main entrance to the Western Carolina University campus. 808 West offers the basic amenities that everyone looks for: washer, dryer, built-in microwave, cable, and internet. […]
Hoss Howard Band to perform local benefit concert
February 15, 2013 by
Jeff “Hoss” Howard and his Hoss Howard Band will perform a benefit concert at the Cullowhee Valley School on Saturday, Feb. 23. Doors open at 6 p.m. and prizes will be announced at 6:30 p.m. The Hoss Howard Band plays southern rock and country style music. In May 2012, the band embarked on a mini-tour […]
