When I finally got around to watching M. Night Shamalayan’s “The Sixth Sense” on video last year, I was disappointed. I was not disappointed, however, because the story wasn’t wonderfully constructed or because the acting of stars Bruce Willis and Haley-Joel Osment were below par. On the contrary, the film […]
Author: Eric Newsom
Western Announces Major Campus Reorganizations at Trustees Meeting
Western Carolina University Chancellor John Bardo discussed with university trustees Thursday, June 7, several campus reorganizations that are designed to forge a stronger link between students and faculty and WCU’s regional outreach programs. “This new process should allow the university to bring increased resources to the benefit of the region, […]
Campus Radio Station Is Way Off!!
If the staff at WWCU 90.5 had half a brain, they would realize their music is targeting a 25-54 year old demographic!! (Do you guys know what a demo is?? READ sometime it will help!) Research! Read Radio & Records magazine! Look at Arbitron ratings in other markets! Please!!! THE […]
Looking for Chris Reece, MBA 1993
While on vacation recently in Emerald Isle we found his class ring and wedding ring on the beach during an evening walk. I would like to return his possessions to him. If anyone knows him or can contact him, please pass along my email addy for their return. Thank you. […]
Reader Advises Students to ‘Stand up and Be Heard’
Dear Editor, I am a junior here at WCU and have been reading the Carolinian since I got here. I am always looking forward to each weeks issue. I have always been impressed with the staff that come into play each year and who help the Carolinian succeed. I would […]
The Value of a Degree
I am a graduate of western carolina with a degree in philosophy and I just got through reading your article on the university as a big business. Good job. After hearing about the budget cuts I was worried that philosophyas a major would be sacrificed and after having spoken with […]
2001-2002 Western Carolinian Staff
Editor-in-Chief: Seth R. Sams Managing Editor: Dawn Pasley Production Manager: Javier C. Arvelo Advertising Manager: Allison Hinson News Editor: Samantha Helms Features Editor:Eric Newsom Sports Editor: Cory Habicht
ODDS & ENDSDoing “It” with a Legend
CHICAGO — I have never been one to let too many people into the depths of my personal thoughts. Heck, I probably don’t let myself go there too often. I don’t like personal reflection. I find lifelong to-do-it lists to be hokey. Every great new experience would end up on […]
International Festival Reflects Wide Range of Cultures
CULLOWHEE ? Western Carolina University recently celebrated cultural diversity during its Annual International Festival held, on the front lawn of the A.K. Hinds University Center. For the past 22 years, WCU has worked closely with international students and local businesses to promote multiculturalism at the university and surrounding communities. The […]
WCU to offer Telecommunications Course in Asheville
CULLOWHEE ? Western Carolina University is launching a new sequence of courses in Asheville on telecommunications and network system design. The first class, “Telecommunications Fundamentals” (EET 343), will be offered this summer on the Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College campus. The course will meet from 6 to 9:50 p.m. on Monday […]