People stood tall with signs reading, “Hands up, don’t shoot,” “Black Lives Matter,” and “No justice, no peace.” WCU Students gathered around the fountain Friday, Sept. 23 in a silent protest as a result of the controversy surrounding the recent shooting in downtown Charlotte. Others crowded together to share in dialogue about the Black Lives […]
Crank up the tractor and grab a banjo, Mountain Heritage Day is back
September 22, 2016 by
Mountain Heritage Day will return for its 42nd year this Saturday, Sept. 24. The long-standing event is packed with Southern Appalachian-infused music, dancing, arts, food, and culture. Located at WCU’s intramural fields from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Mountain Heritage Day will have free admission and parking as WCU opens their doors to all to […]
Tim Wise: “Dominant group to talk less and listen more” to discuss race
September 21, 2016 by
“I’m here to tell you, if we’re going to have an honest discussion about issues of race or gender or sexuality or class or any other form of identity, the first order of business is for those who find ourselves in the dominate group to talk less and listen more,” said Wise to Western Carolina […]
“Faculty Biennial” exhibition showcases professors latest art pieces
August 28, 2016 by
Western Carolina University’s Fine Art Museum is hosting the “Faculty Biennial” exhibition through Sept. 23. Sculptures, drawings, ceramics, paintings and animations are some of what you can see in the Bardo Arts Center. The exhibition opened on Aug. 25 with reception works of WCU’s art department faculty, including Mary LaFratta, Greg McPherson, Erin Adams, Matt Liddle, Leigh Parrish, Heather […]
Fox & Beggar Theater ends tour with “Taracco: A Soldier’s Tale” at WCU
August 28, 2016 by
Fox & Beggar Theater presented their final performance on Aug. 25 of “Taracco: A Soldier’s Tale” in Bardo Arts Center, ending their summer 2016 tour. According to the Fox & Beggar website, “Tarocco tells the story of an Italian WWI infantryman, trapped behind enemy lines after barely escaping the gas attacks at Caporetto. To pass […]
WCU students discuss graduation angst
May 4, 2016 by
This weekend will be the final hoorah for Western Carolina University seniors. The graduation ceremony will be on the football field, barring any unpleasant weather. If it rains then the ceremony will move to the Ramsey Center. There will be three ceremonies. One at 7 p.m. on May 6 for WCU’s Graduate School. One at 10 a.m. on May 7 for […]
