The Literary Festival began on Monday, April 3, and has featured several poets and nonfiction authors. On Tuesday, an event led by WCU’s own Paul Worley saw several students presenting their own poems and even putting together their own book of poems that was available for purchase. This was the largest audience at the festival […]
Musical “Hair” has a political message that still speaks to today
Western Carolina University’s Stage and Screen is presenting their final mainstage show for the 2016-2017 season, “Hair”, a controversial 1960s show that shocked and was much-loved by audiences. The show premieres Wednesday, April 5, and will end Sunday, April 9. Performances at WCU’s John Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center will begin at 7:30 p.m. […]
Perfect day for running Valley of the Lilies
The courtyard of Western Carolina University on Saturday morning, April 1, was filled with excitement as over 300 runners came out to participate on the 7th Valley of the Lilies race. Micaela Birek, marketing coordinator for the Valley of the Lilies said that she saw many of the same people running from previous years. Bill […]
SGA: New crop of students, same old problems
The new WCU student body president is Katherine Spalding, and new vice president is Adam Lytle. WCU also has 25 new senators who will be joined by five incoming freshman in the fall for a total of 30 senators. This year the candidates for office promoted messages of growth and diversity as their colorful posters cover the […]
Cultures meld together at International Festival
WCU fountain looked different yesterday. A total of 48 tables and booths encircled the Central Plaza area, inviting huge crowd of WCU and local community members to learn about the different cultures and countries represented on the campus. Western Carolina University held its 38th annual International Festival on Wednesday, March 29. The event started with the flag parade, […]
Time for some good readings: Literary Festival is back
The 15th annual spring Literary Festival is set to start on Monday, April 3, and will feature short story writers, poets, novelists and even a photographer. The Literary Festival is a four-day event that is hosted by WCU’s English department, celebrating literature, writing, art and storytelling. This year, a total of 13 artists from all over […]








