Story originally published in WCU Stories written by Cam Adams. For Shondel “Junior” Granison, his graduation cap is more than a square board with fabric stretched across the top. It’s a symbol of accomplishment, but also a canvas for Granison to display some of what’s closest to his heart. “I’m also going to have a […]
Navigating the Post-Graduation Path: Insights from WCU Alumni
February 28, 2024 by
There are approximately 1,800 WCU students preparing to graduate this spring, many of whom are wondering ‘Will I be able to find a job in my field?’ But some are asking a different question: ‘Does it really matter if I do?’ To help answer these questions, six WCU alumni who graduated within a 22-year span […]
Opinion: A reflection on four years
May 8, 2023 by
Nick Childs Opinion re-published from The Western Carolinian I’m set to graduate in May, and I don’t know what is coming next. Anybody else in similar shoes? Anybody else desperately want to leave and desperately want to stay at the same time? I’m feeling sentimental some these days as I cling to my college memories and […]
A photo recap of graduation day
May 7, 2017 by
WCU gained a new batch of alumni on Saturday as the Class of 2017 undergraduate commencement ceremonies were held. The Ramsey Center filled with proud parents, friends and professors as one by one, each student was recognized for their academic achievements. For a photo recap of the festivities, check out the photos below! WCU Spring […]
A moment in time – class of 2017
May 4, 2017 by
This story was co-written with Jessica Wooten. With the end of the semester around the corner, everyone is busy with finals, turning in last minute assignments and awaiting summer vacation. For many students, it is the final countdown. This weekend is the marker that ends a college career and begins a new chapter in life for the class […]
Almost there: the stresses of a soon to be graduate
January 9, 2017 by
The life of a non-traditional college student may seem more hectic then most business professionals’. It’s Thursday morning. You get up at 8 a.m. and go to class. After a short lunch break you go to another class, and then another. At 3:15 p.m. you get out and run to your car in order to […]
