WCU College Republicans plan to bring candidates and do some cleaning up

The College Republicans at Western Carolina University will have their inaugural meeting at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 3 in the University Center Dogwood Room. Tristin Goode, the leader of the group, wants them to bring Republican candidates to talk about politics and climate change. The College Republicans club was revived in 2025, and Goode is hoping […]

State board of elections approves Cullowhee voting plan, bringing back 2 polling locations

Republished by Deanna Sipe, WLOS The North Carolina State Board of Elections has made its decision on the controversial discussion on where an early voting site should be in Cullowhee. The board unanimously agreed on the majority plan for the Health and Human Services building, while also asking that the Jackson County Board of Elections […]

Stride for education: Community 5K fundraiser for HIV and AIDS awareness

Thirty-five people participated in the 5K run to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS on Saturday, April 25 at the University Center Central Plaza on WCU’s campus. The Latinas Promoviendo Comunidad and Lambda Phi Chi hosted the 5K run for HIV and AIDS, alongside their partnerships. The race raised a total of $500 from donations. […]

Students refresh closets at WCU’s “Thrift the Fit” Event

Spring is the time of year where students clean and refresh closets. At “Thrift the Fit,” students can do both. Western Carolina University’s Health and Wellness hosted “Thrift the Fit” during their “Every Body Week” series of events to promote body positivity and wellness, allowing students to have a positive and uplifting thrift experience on […]

WCU Field Day: From tug-of-war to victory roars

Students gathered under clear spring skies on April 17 for a lively field day outside the Rock residence halls at Western Carolina University, where games, music and friendly competition brought the campus community together in celebration of the semesters final stretch. As the school year comes to an end, getting outside and active is a […]

TRUE Fashion

Culture, fashion and community came together with the cultural fashion show hosted by the TRUE program. The True program is a collaboration between the education students at WCU and North Carolina A&T State University. The program is designed to support, empower, and develop future educators who are committed to equity, cultural responsiveness, and community‑centered teaching. […]