BOG University governance committee discusses free speech and ‘disruptive’ behavior

Freedom of expression, speech and the freedom to protest on campus were all discussed during the meeting on university governance on April 6. The UNC BOG was joined by North Carolina Senators Amy Gayle, Mike Woodard, Zack Hawkins and Jon Hardister led the discussion to a half-empty room at the University Center. “Students should not […]

UNC Board of Governors say no ACT & SAT needed for admission to any UNC school; more funding needed

The UNC Board of Governors meeting at Western Carolina University concluded with a short press conference highlighting some of the decisions and discussions. In that fifteen-minute time span, student protests and free speech was elaborated on, the Board confirmed they will not be raising tuition prices due to inflation and funding negotiations will continue on […]

Finding safety and community through Night of PRIDE

Safety is an essential aspect of student life. Regardless of sexual orientation, gender, race or ethnicity, living on or off-campus, or other aspects of one’s identity, students need resources that support them. Night of PRIDE was hosted Thursday, March 24 to do just that. Night of PRIDE was primarily organized by Gwyn Howard, a graduate […]

WCU students fight for gender neutral bathrooms

As Western Carolina University continues to push for more inclusivity and diversity on its campus, non-binary students are fighting for their voices to be among those that are represented and accounted for. Many of these students are struggling to choose which restrooms, male or female, to use in public spaces. Including a gender neutral bathroom […]

Night of PRIDE to provide resources for members of LGBTQ+ community

In an effort to promote diversity and assist in the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community at WCU, the Diversity Committee of the College of Education and Allied Professions (CEAP) will be hosting Night of PRIDE Thursday, March 24. Night of PRIDE will also be hosted in partnership with Intercultural Affairs and Degree Plus. The event […]

WCU incoming freshman and sophomores will live in latest and greatest dorms on campus

Story co-produced with Kaitlyn Akers Western Carolina University is returning to mandatory campus living for first and second-year students after allowing them to live off-campus for the past few years. The university has decided to crack down on policy 96 for the 2022-23 academic year because “success rates are higher for students who stay on […]