Screaming loud enough to hear from heaven and hell. That was the experience when two Christian pastors associated with the YouTube channel “ChristTrekker” came to campus Tuesday, Sept. 26 to preach against, the LGBTQ+ community, and other behavior they considered sinful. ChristTrekker describes itself as a “street preaching ministry aimed at preaching the gospel and […]
Global Spotlight sheds light on gender and sexuality
September 24, 2023 by
The long-running WCU Global Spotlight series returns with a discussion on the state of Gender and Sexuality around the globe including the woman’s rights in the United States and the abortion debate. The event is on Oct. 4 in Forsyth 101 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Dr. Niall Michelsen, professor from the Political Science department […]
WCU Spring Commencement highlights student achievement
May 15, 2023 by
WCU Ramsey Center was full with happy audience holding signs, flowers and balloons while the graduating class of 2023 walked the stage. And it was a big class. According to WCU site, in three ceremonies WCU awarded 2108 degrees of which 1517 were undergraduate degrees. There were 842 first generation students who walked the stage […]
Student philanthropy organization toasts seniors
May 15, 2023 by
Student philanthropy organization, the 1889 Club, celebrated seniors at a toast on April 25. There were refreshments on the fifth floor of the Apodaca Science Building for students, faculty and Alumni. The organization was founded to encourage young alumni involvement. Current WCU students can join the organization with an one-time donation of $18.89. The Office […]
“A place at the table for everyone”
May 15, 2023 by
Beulah Land, a local drag queen, artist and advocate for social change talks about what it’s like being a drag queen. She begins her day as any of us. Her daily job is working as a barista in downtown Sylva. But when the day draws to a close, Land gets to a different type of werk. […]
WCU forgotten: Story behind the Moore building
May 11, 2023 by
Western Carolina University is full of architecture both new and old. Among some of the historical buildings that are still in use are the Breeze Gymnasium, McKee, Albright-Benton, and the University Auditorium. However, the grandfather of historical buildings still standing on campus today is the Moore building. Unfortunately, Moore has sat silent for years and […]
