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Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Western Carolina University’s campus was alive with culture on April 11 as it hosted its 33rd Annual International Festival, more commonly known as I-FEST. I-FEST started as an academic program to bring in an international aspect of the world to the community. It has grown into a very diverse event […]
There’s no greater proof that a teacher has left an indelible impression on his students than when his own students rally together to save his job. That happened to Peter Savage, assistant professor in the School of Stage & Screen, a couple of years back when he was told, due […]
Western Carolina University’s Relay For Life 2012 took place on the University Center lawn on Friday, April 13. The event, in the works since last summer, attracted students, faculty and community members. Featuring acts like the Lobby Blockers and Buchanan Boys and headlined by NBC’s “The Voice” winner Javier Colon, […]
In mid September 2011, Fireplace Tavern (formerly Annie’s Food and Spirits) caught fire and burned. The fire also heavily damaged the adjacent Aztex gas. The fire was reported in the early morning hours of Sept. 12 when nearby residents heard what sounded like “an explosion,” according to police reports. The […]
Former chancellor John W. Bardo will no longer return to Western Carolina University as a professor. Instead, he accepted the position as the 13th president of Wichita State on Friday, April 27, according to the Kansas Board of Regents. The announcement came as a shock to the Western Carolina community, […]
On Sunday, April 29 at 3 p.m., the show “That Mancini Magic!” will take place in the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center. “That Mancini Magic!” showcases the talents of Mac Frampton and The Moon River Orchestra, featuring Cecil Welch. The show consists of two acts for a […]
The following paragraphs were written by this year’s Student Government Association President and Vice President candidates. They wanted to explain to the student body firsthand what makes them qualified to be elected to their desired position, respectively. Ryan Hermance, Vice President candidate: My name is Ryan Hermance, and I am […]
Cat-Tran drivers started passing by students because of a reiteration of the rules this week. These regulations, found in University and state policies, are in place for the purposes of safety and timeliness, according to Don Taylor, administrative support associate. Cat-Tran drivers will no longer stop to pick up students […]
Cat-Tran drivers started passing by students because of a reiteration of the rules this week. These regulations, found in University and state policies, are in place for the purposes of safety and timeliness, according to Don Taylor, administrative support associative. Cat-Tran drivers will no longer stop to pick up students […]
A fire broke out in the basement of Harrill Residence Hall this morning between 8:45 and 9 a.m. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s office, a 911 call reported the fire at 9:03 am. Eight fire trucks arrived on the scene including trucks from Sylva, Cullowhee, Savannah and Balsam fire […]
