The second annual Battle of the Plug competition between Western Carolina University and Appalachian State University has come to an end. The competition ran from February 18 through March 11 and the final percentages for overall energy usage are in. WCU lost the energy conservation competition to ASU who had a 3.1% overall reduction, compared […]
The Locust Honey String Band jammed with locals
March 9, 2013 by
The Locust Honey String Band was welcomed at WCU on March 7 for the First Thursday Old-Time Bluegrass Jam Series in the Mountain Heritage Center. Locust Honey performed for an intimate crowed, playing some original songs and cover songs, both featured on their new album “He Ain’t No Good.” While Ariel, Chloe and Meredith all […]
Catamounts overcome slow start to defeat the Citadel in opening round of SoCon Tournament
March 8, 2013 by
Western Carolina had little trouble defeating the Citadel in the opening round of the SoCon tournament behind Trey Sumler’s game-high 27 points on Friday, Mar. 8, at the U.S. Cellular Center in Asheville, NC. The catamounts advance to the second round for a Saturday showdown with the cougars from College of Charleston. With having almost […]
Restaurant brings the taste of ‘new Mexican cuisine’ to Cullowhee
March 6, 2013 by
While driving down Old Cullowhee Road, it’s hard to imagine that the small, strip section of buildings housing a tattoo parlor and beer store, would also be the home of some of the freshest Mexican food in town. Sazon Restaurant, hidden behind the unassuming facade is a diamond in the rough. Alex Rodriguez came to the United […]
“Tarzan of the Apes” captivates audience
March 6, 2013 by
“Tarzan of the Apes” was brought to life on Tuesday, Feb. 26, during a live radio broadcast at the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center of Western Carolina University. The mainstage production packed a large crowd of WCU students and community members, all anticipating an unforgettable experience and the story of Tarzan. The […]
WCU hosts 12th annual Gender Conference
March 5, 2013 by
Western Carolina University’s 12th annual Gender Conference themed “Women and Ethnicity,” is March 5 and includes an entire day full of events and discussions for WCU students, faculty and professionals. The conference starts with an interactive photography exhibit Subject 2 Change inviting audience to test their conception on race watching “racially ambiguous female body.” The exhibit […]
