Balancing class and work can be hard enough for a college student without having to worry about what they’re going to do for dinner that night. Often, students will pick up a slice of pizza or microwave a packet of ramen when the mood hits, because most can’t afford nicer meals from a grocery store. […]
Gloria Steinem lectures at Western Carolina University
March 7, 2014 by
The story was updated with video footage on March 17, 2014 Women’s rights activist Gloria Steinem took the stage receiving a blazing round of applause from a sold out crowd on Thursday, March 6, at Western Carolina’s Bardo Arts Center. As anticipated, Steinem talked about inequality in the workforce, gender and race wage-gape and issues […]
The Carolina Chocolate Drops leaves WCU audience thrilled
March 4, 2014 by
The story was edited and updated March 5 by Tanner Hall. The Carolina Chocolate Drops brought their unique blend and soulful spin of antique acoustic country, jazz, blues, jug, string, banjo, violin, and even gospel music to a packed audience at the Bardo Center Monday night. The Drops mixed solos, stories, history and comedy with their […]
WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center commemorates the Trail of Tears
March 1, 2014 by
The “Cherokee Artistic Expressions of the Trail of Tears” traveling exhibit and lecture stopped by WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center this past week to honor the 175th anniversary of the Trail of Tears. “Never forget” was the theme of the exhibit, which included government documents to give a broad timeline of the event, artwork from around […]
WCU EcoCATS turn to students to help with their cause
February 20, 2014 by
The Western Carolina University EcoCATS were out in force on the Quad by the fountain this afternoon to gain support for a renewable energy petition as well as spreading awareness for the Sustainable Energy Initiative (SEI). Their petition is for Duke Energy, the leading provider of utilities in the WCU area, to put more emphasis […]
Winter weather strikes again
February 12, 2014 by
Cullowhee is turning into a “winter wonderland” as we speak, with snow falling to the ground and classes being cancelled. However, this wonderland can be as dangerous as it is pretty. Governor Pat McCrory said in a statement around noon today, ““It is going to be a tough 48 hours. Heavy snow, ice and gusty […]
