One of the biggest economic crisis’ facing this country is the unemployment rate and the effect of poverty on the American people. FRAC’s (Food Research and Action Center) analysis for the nation as a whole in 2011 shows that 18.6 percent of respondents reported food hardship that year – up modestly from the 2010 level (18 […]
Winners of the “Paint the Town Purple”
March 27, 2012 by
The weather on March 26 was perfect for announcing winners, without a cloud in the sky. Purple and gold could be seen far and wide. People were all smiles gathered around the Sylva fountain anxiously waiting for the winners of “Paint the Town Purple” to be announced. For the past week, WCU students joined businesses […]
Dillsboro mobile app launch party
March 27, 2012 by
Students, faculty and many in the Sylva and Dillsboro community gathered at the Jarrett House for the unveiling the new Dillsboro mobile app March 27. “Everybody wins,” said Chancellor David O. Belcher with both fists pumping in the air. Belcher and his wife, Susan, were the first to visit Dillsboro’s new mobile website on their iphones. “Taking them (students) […]
Community Connection results in grant
February 3, 2012 by
The Jackson County Farmers Market and the Community Table have received a combined grant allowing both to move into a new location and promote local foods and eating locally. The grant allowed the community table to improve their new location’s kitchen. This will not only help with serving meals at the community table, but will allow farmers […]
Fresh on the table
January 31, 2012 by
Most college campuses offer pizza, burgers, sandwiches, and don’t forget the “all-you-can-eat” cafeteria options complete with soda, desserts, and ice cream. Lack of variety, freshness, and healthy choices at meal times for on and off campus options is a concern of college kids. One way you can ensure a healthy lifestyle is by eating local […]
Not just another student
December 19, 2011 by
Resident Assistant, orientation student leader, and station manager of TV 62 are just three titles senior Jarrett Frazier has held during his time at Western. Completing his fourth year at Western, Frazier believes all the organizations, groups, and events he has taken part in have enhanced his college experience.
