It’s student appreciation week at Western Carolina University and artists came through, but sometimes the artists selected can be obscure or not really well-known. Still, did Western turn up the heat with these two artists, and do students at Western feel appreciated? “I’m surprised Wale came to campus, said Tyler Jones, WCU student over the […]
A taste of Africa
April 22, 2017 by
Co-written by: Taylor Harbison The Organization of African students (OAS) brought a taste of their homeland to WCU this week. On April 19, as a kick-off to their organization, the OAS hosted “Taste of Africa.” This event allowed students to sample dishes from different countries such as plantains, chin chin, meat pies and puff puffs. Held […]
WCU students gather in prayer for Richardson sisters
April 22, 2017 by
A young girl with talent and a bright future passed away on Good Friday, April 14, in a wrong-way drunk driver car accident. Kelsey Mae Richardson, 18, was visiting her older sister, Karli Arlene Richardson, 20, in Arizona. “On Good Friday Jesus Christ was crucified and my children died too, and on Sunday he resurrected. My […]
Seven principles of Leave No Trace
April 21, 2017 by
1. Plan ahead and prepare This means knowing the rules and regulations for the areas one is using. It also looks like knowing the area and using maps to avoid having to flag and use marking paint. Being prepared helps eliminate waste. 2. Travel and camp on durable surface LNT says, “Good campsites are found, […]
Senior Spotlight: “Courtney Price one of the best hitters on our team”
April 21, 2017 by
Catamount softball has three seniors on the team for this 2017 season. Just like for most senior season campaigns, there is a lot of time spent reflecting on your college career and the game that you have spent most of your life playing. All three of these senior Catamounts have made their mark on the […]
Senior Spotlight: Courtney Buchanan an awesome example for the other pitchers
April 21, 2017 by
Catamount softball pitcher, Courtney Buchanan, has been a hard worker since her first day on campus. Her work ethic led to her being in the top 10 in games started (6th), strikeouts (6th), and wins (5th) for a career. The Nebo, North Carolina, native looked back to her freshmen year to a big moment […]
