The meal plans for 2020-2021 may look different, both in the amount of swipes and the price tag you’ll be paying for it, say the officials at the WCU dining services. At the latest meeting of the WCU Dining advisory board on Oct. 23, they also covered bugs (again), safety, and various customer service complains. […]
The meaning behind homecoming court at WCU
October 28, 2019 by
Western Carolina University celebrated Homecoming this week and crowned Paolo Balladares and Samantha Carter as this year’s king and queen at the Homecoming game on Saturday, Oct. 26. Homecoming is a tradition held by many colleges or universities to welcome back alumni to their campus. But what is the purpose of a homecoming court, and […]
Food, fun and friends at the Homecoming Carnival
October 28, 2019 by
The air was crisp as students and Sylva locals flocked to the WCU fountain to enjoy the Homecoming Carnival. The area surrounding the fountain is usually quiet but on Oct. 22 it was filled with rides, games and a large crowd of students and locals. The smell of popcorn and cotton candy greeted them as […]
New plan for Cullowhee focuses on housing
October 25, 2019 by
The Cullowhee Community Planning Council has created a small area plan for the community that focuses on housing for students and permanent residents. The council held a public meeting on Oct. 22 in the Ramsey Center at Western Carolina University to showcase the finalized drafts of the Cullowhee Small Area Plan. Planning Manager for Stewart […]
Miz Cracker gets candid at WCU Drag Show
October 4, 2019 by
Miz Cracker, a former contestant on RuPaul’s Drag Race, performed for over 1100 people at the Ramsey Center on Friday, Sept. 27. The New York City native captivated the audience with her wardrobe and lip-sync performance, but also for shining a light on feminism. Doors opened at 7 p.m. and as fans anticipated Cracker’s appearance, […]
Mountain Heritage Day: Embracing the culture of the Western Carolina mountains
September 26, 2019 by
The Western Carolina University Mountain Heritage Center will be hosting its 45th annual Mountain Heritage Day on Saturday, Sept. 28, starting at 10:00 a.m. at WCU’s intramural field. The festival is one of the most popular in the Western NC region, celebrating the history of the mountains and Appalachian culture. Educational specialist of the WCU […]
