Originally published in the Western Carolinian In February 2023, student Jacob Dillhyon messaged the Carolinian on Instagram asking for his experience with WCU Dining Services to be told. His message: “This is regarding a string of messages I’ve had with Dining Services regarding their fatphobia they are presenting as well as discrimination against those with medical […]
WCU undergraduate artists share work with the public
April 20, 2023 by
Twenty-four Western Carolina University students were given the opportunity to professionally display their work to enhance their skills and gain campus-wide recognition. This exhibit displayed several mediums of work, including wooden sculptures, pottery, paintings and photography. These students’ creations were carefully selected among various submissions to be recognized for their hard work. Western Carolina University’s […]
Greening Up the Mountains festival celebrates 25 years
April 18, 2023 by
The dogwoods are blooming and the festival that kicks off the warm season returns. The Greening Up the Mountains Festival will celebrate its 25th anniversary on Saturday, April 22 beginning at 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The festival is held in historical downtown Sylva, with the Town of Sylva and the Main Street Sylva Association […]
Catamount Eats food truck gets a makeover
April 17, 2023 by
Version of story originally published in the Western Carolinian Many students enjoy the good food and convenient location of the Catamount Eats food truck. That is easy to see from the lines that wrap around the small sidewalk between the McKee and Killian building. The food truck is nothing new and has been going around […]
Mujeres Con Un Proposito; a place of belonging
April 12, 2023 by
Originally published in print in The Western Carolinian. Mujeres Con Un Proposito “Women with a purpose” (MCP) is a student lead club for Latinas to create an empowering and welcoming space for women of color and to help the Latinx community. “Being able to have that sense of community and women around me that inspire […]
