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 […]
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 […]
Mold isn’t just found in buildings, it’s a nuisance for microbiologists
April 9, 2023 by
Mold is a fickle fungus that WCU has battled with. Hunter Library had a mold growth issue, and many infected books were thrown away. The CAT studios were cleaned for mold on March 15 after two years. Dehumidifiers are in many school buildings, to prevent mold growth. I wanted to know more about the science […]
WCU’s PRSSA brings students to WLOS News 13
April 4, 2023 by
WCU Communication students visited WLOS News 13 on Wednesday, March 29. Students toured the station and got a behind-the-scenes look at production. Hayden Huffman, President of WCU’s chapter of Public Relations Student Society (PRSSA) is ecstatic to be able to bring this opportunity to students as him and his advisor, Dr. Scott Eldridge have been […]
Did you hear a steam locomotive around campus?
March 31, 2023 by
Don’t worry I heard it too! A mysterious whistle, similar to that of a steam train, has been heard howling within Western Carolina University. This has some students wondering where the sound is coming from, and this railroad-enthusiast reporter digging for answers. Take a walk around the university on a weekday and keep an ear […]
