Flash mob in Hunter Library

On Dec. 7, the last day of classes for the Fall 2012 semester, a flash mob broke out in dance in the Hunter Library IT Commons shortly before noon while students worked on final projects.

WCU Inspirational Choir performs Christmas Concert

The 35 student members of the Western Carolina University Inspirational Choir presented a Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 2, in the Grandroom of WCU’s A.K. Hinds University Center. The program consisted of four contemporary/inspirational songs performed by the choir, led by choir director Shelton Parks, plus two Christmas songs that included the audience’s participation. Everyone that […]

The WCU Dancers bring holiday cheer to the Asheville Holiday Parade

The holiday season kicked off with the WCU Dancer’s participation in this year’s Asheville Holiday Parade.  The parade took the dancers through downtown and Pack Square on Nov. 17. Children of all ages, friends, families and even dogs turned out for the show. “I thought it was awesome,” said 5 year old Jennifer after she […]

It’s WCU night in Dillsboro

The first horse-drawn carriage ride will trot off at 5:30 p.m. in the town of Dillsboro, to kick off the 29th annual Lights and Luminaries celebration with Western Carolina University’s new Provost, Angi Brenton and family. Following the carriage ride, Mrs. Belcher, wife of Western Carolina University’s chancellor, will fill the air with Christmas spirit […]

“Wine To Water” comes to WCU

Nearly 1 billion people today lack access to clean drinking water and 2.5 billion people live in extremely unsanitary conditions. Wine To Water is a nonprofit organization committed to bringing clean water and resources to those that need it most and are constantly overlooked. Western Carolina University has recently teamed up with Wine To Water […]

WCU professor has passion for fitness

Unassuming; That is the first word that comes to mind when you see Betty Farmer walking through the hallways of Stillwell Building. This five foot tall, blond, former collegiate cheerleader may appear harmless but there are many people at the Jackson County Recreation Department that would argue that point with you. Farmer is a fitness […]