Hard-work and dedication is something you expect from any athlete in the sport that they play. Even when it is their off-season, you should expect the training to continue. Some may think it is too early to get out of bed at 6:30 a.m. and go outside when it’s 34 degrees on their day off. […]
WCU rallies in support for Chancellor Belcher
December 7, 2017 by
Battles are fought and conquered with the community around one strong enough to withstand any obstacle. In a time of need, Western Carolina University has become just that for Chancellor David O. Belcher. On April 21, 2016, Belcher sent out an email to the entire WCU campus informing that he was diagnosed with a brain tumor. […]
Veterans tell WCU students about their “Unseen Scars”
November 30, 2017 by
In war, there are no unwounded soldiers. An average of 20 veterans a day die from suicide and many veterans do not receive help. On Nov. 14, a group of local veterans and students talked about their “Unseen Scars” as part of the Veteran day remembrance. The event, held in the University Center Theatre, was […]
Increase in WCU’s student population placing emphasis on campus safety
November 29, 2017 by
“It is up to each one of us to help foster a secure and supportive environment at Western Carolina University, an environment where individuals can feel safe to visit, learn, work, and live.” This reads from the 2017 Annual Fire Safety and Security Report and can be found in the opening letter by Chief of […]
WCU’s Chancellor Belcher goes on medical leave, provost steps as interim
November 27, 2017 by
UPDATE 11/29/2017 Story from WCU’s Office of Communications and Public Relations University of North Carolina System President Margaret Spellings has appointed Provost Alison Morrison-Shetlar to serve as acting chancellor of Western Carolina University effective Jan. 1, 2018. The official announcement is available at the UNC System website. Dr. Morrison-Shetlar will serve in this role while Chancellor David O. […]
Western’s very own Shark Tank: 3rd annual Pitch Party
November 7, 2017 by
Every great idea must start somewhere, and what better place to start than right here on campus? On Thursday, Nov. 9, the student organization Encouraging Potential through Innovation and Collaboration (EPIC) will be hosting their 3rd Annual Pitch Party. It will be held in the UC Theater at 6 p.m. It is free to attend, and it […]
