Ocho Rios-Jamaica

Jamaica is an area that thrives off of tourism. The white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters are some of the things that bring the travelers in. Ocho Rios is full of lush green vegetation that leads right down to the beaches leaving the area less populated along the shoreline, which many travelers enjoy. It […]

Kazan, where Europe meets Asia

Dr. Liliya Bayanova from Kazan University in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia, came to talk to WCU students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities available at Kazan University during their summer school session. Kazan University will be the host of the “2013 Universiade,” which is similar to the Olympic games, except for college students. Kazan […]

WCU’s dining hall will be closed in May

Due to the budget cuts of 2011, WCU will no longer offer on-campus housing or meal plans for May 2011’s mini-mester. May’s mini-mester normally lasts about two weeks, and students that enroll in this program have the option to live and on campus and have a meal plan. However, over the past few years’ registration […]

The Community Table is growing and relocating

The Community Table welcomes volunteers and students to help prepare for the big move towards the end of the year.

African rhythms stir students

Yesterday February 23rd, the Umdabu Dance Company performed at the Grand Room of WCU’s University Center. The event was sponsored by The Department of Intercultural Affairs and gathered an audience of more than thirty. Veteran South African Dancer and artistic director Johannes “Jomo” Xulu started the performance with an introduction to the culture, nature and […]

Get involved with service learning

Service Learning at Western Carolina University has great opportunities for students to get involved and practice the real world skills of their major. Visit servicelearning.wcu.edu for more information.