The story of gypsy’s is soon to unfold at Western Carolina University. Put on by the School of Stage and Screen the classic musical “Gypsy.” The production is scheduled to show at the Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. April 14 through Saturday, April 16 and 3:00 p.m. on April 17. Tickets […]
‘Home away from home’ in Japan
April 12, 2016 by
Jessica Nash, a third year student at Western Carolina University, has always been interested in Japanese culture since she discovered what anime was. “That was the door that introduced me to so many amazing and culturally pique things about Japan,” said Nash. To further explore the language, entertainment, anime, the way people live there and the […]
Students & faculty protest to bring awareness to racial tensions at Western Carolina University
April 7, 2016 by
A group of protesters gathered at Western Carolina University staged a silent protest to bring awareness to racial tensions on campus. WCU community standing with Black Lives Matter, April 4, 2016. Photo by Alec Simkiss. A group of about 30 to 40 people gathered around the fountain with hand-made signs on Monday evening, April 4, writing […]
Put your best cosplay on
April 7, 2016 by
Cosplayers and comic lovers will gather on Saturday, April 9, for the Third Annual Whee-Con at Western Carolina University. It will take place in the UC Grandroom from 10-6 p.m. Whee-Con is an event sponsored by The Comic Club and the Student Government Association (SGA). It is the annual comic book convention that WCU’s students put […]
Valley of the Lilies half marathon & 5k
April 4, 2016 by
Saturday morning was a gorgeous day in Cullowhee for the Valley of the Lilies half marathon and 5k. At 8 a.m., runners lined up to start the half marathon, with the 5k following shortly after. “It’s been a long time since I’ve gotten out and raced so it will be nice to see what I can […]
What’s next for the new WCU science building
March 31, 2016 by
This article was co-written with Haley Smith. The Connect N.C. Bond was passed, WCU will get the funds for a new Natural Sciences building and the work has already started. An ad has been placed seeking designers for the new building. The application process will close April 15. After that, a committee will be constructed to […]
