WNC teachers voice their concerns about education reform in the state

In June 2013, North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory shifted his attention to the state’s education system, hoping to create a new, refreshing method of increasing teacher pay while catering those who perform at a high level. Thus far, it has not gone as planned. Less a year later, North Carolina remains 46th in the United […]

The 2014 North Carolina Science Festival: More events equals more fun

The North Carolina Science Festival is a celebration of science, technology engineering and math (STEM) spanning from March 28 to April 13 in which students from across the state travel to compete in fun, engaging STEM-related activities. Students in all of WNC gathered on Western’s campus this past weekend for their 2014 NC Science Festival […]

We want you to go vote!

The Western Carolina University Student Government Association (SGA) is currently holding elections for the 2014 – 2015 Student Body President, Vice President and up to 25 senators, according to the emails that have been sent out to the student body today. Students may have been surprised to learn about the elections, given the lack of […]

Les Miserables debuts at the Bardo Arts Center

A stunning performance took the stage at Western Carolina University on April 3, 2014. Directed by Terrence Mann, known by many as the first to play the title role Inspector Javert on Broadway, Les Miserables is being presented by the WCU School of Stage and Screen’s Musical Theatre program as part of their Mainstage Season. The tale is […]

WCU’s inaugural “Airport Assault” bike race this weekend

The WCU Cycling Team will host its first ever bike race this weekend for about 150 cyclists spanning from across the state down to Florida, as well as Puerto Rico. The 15 teams that are signed up for the “Airport Assault” will participate in three events – an individual time trial, a road race and […]

Game Review: South Park: The Stick of Truth

Very few shows can lay claim to the type of legacy South Park has. Even after 17 seasons, creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker still find ways to keep the adventures of the residents of a quiet mountain town in Colorado relevant. Since its announcement, there has been some question as to whether or not […]