Whether you’re a student, faculty or community member, two hours of your time (or less) could save lives. WCU Campus Recreation Center (CRC) hosted the first Red Cross Certification course of the spring semester on Jan. 26, where four participants were trained in first aid, automated external defibrillator and CPR skills. Jessica Dean, associate director […]
WCU’s professor’s insight on protests in Iran
February 1, 2023 by
The Western Carolina Pagan Student Association hosted a Silence Against Violence event last semester and some of the students protested the treatment and violence against woman in Iran. The participating members all wore black as a symbol, a tradition started in 2001 where women hold silent vigils to protest against violence. Jenna Orbeck, the head […]
Home Base helping with housing during holidays
December 20, 2022 by
Originally published in the Western Carolinian When a student needs food or shelter for the holidays, where do they go? Since the dorms are closed, where can they stay? HomeBase is here to help! HomeBase, a ministry of Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina, provides resources and support for all students. The ministry has a list […]
The unseen scars of veterans
December 17, 2022 by
Originally published in the Western Carolinian Unseen Scars, an event to break the stigma of what veterans go through and to raise awareness of the mental health resources that veterans need, was hosted on Nov. 9 in the UC Theater. Student Veterans Association (SVA), the WCU Military Services and DegreePlus hosted this event where a panel of veterans […]
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 […]
