WCU Field Day: From tug-of-war to victory roars

Students gathered under clear spring skies on April 17 for a lively field day outside the Rock residence halls at Western Carolina University, where games, music and friendly competition brought the campus community together in celebration of the semesters final stretch. As the school year comes to an end, getting outside and active is a […]

TRUE Fashion

Culture, fashion and community came together with the cultural fashion show hosted by the TRUE program. The True program is a collaboration between the education students at WCU and North Carolina A&T State University. The program is designed to support, empower, and develop future educators who are committed to equity, cultural responsiveness, and community‑centered teaching. […]

Education Career Fair closes the year for such events

While the last official career fair for the year ended in February, specialized career fairs tailored to certain professions are still happening. This career fair is aimed toward education majors. The event was held Mar. 23 at the Ramsey Center and was hosted by the Center for Career and Professional Development. WCU Alumni, Keith Buff, […]

UNC System redefines academic freedom

The University of North Carolina school system has recently adopted a new definition for academic freedom. Even as a proposal, this sparked discussion among faculty and administrators regarding its potential impact at Western Carolina University. Previously, WCU along with other universities have relied on the definition brought by the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) […]

Worlds collide as The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’s production ends

The door to Narnia opened in Western Carolina University this February and was finally closed with the last showing of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe on Feb. 28. The new WCU Stage and Screen production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe was a success on the final night with a turnout […]

Healthy Relationship Week

Healthy Relationships week is a great way for students be involved in the campus community and learn what to look for in a relationship as they navigate through not only college but their whole lifes.  Many organizations have came together through out the week of Feb. 9 to 13 , Alpha Chi Omega had a […]