Over the past few weeks, a couple of deaths have stirred up a lot of conversation both in the United States and in Cullowhee. On June 25, Michael Jackson unexpectedly died in Los Angeles. Western Carolina University was struck with tragedy on July 8 with the untimely passing of junior […]
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Western Carolinian Staff Speaks Out on Michael Jackson Passing
Shelby Harrell, Intern When most people think of Michael Jackson, they think of the supposed “child abuse” he was allegedly accused of. What people don’t seem to acknowledge is the fact that Michael was never an abuser, but rather the victim of abuse for many years. We tend to forget […]
Catalyzing Change
Nobody cares. If you’re like me, it seems that Western has many issues and concerns, but that’s all that is ever voiced—opinion. So why doesn’t anyone come through with resolution? Is it because we simply don’t know how, or is it that we are so quick to accept what consequences […]
WCU Announces 26-member Cheerleading Squad for 2009-10
Western Carolina and head cheerleading coach Kim Cherry-Beck recently announced the 2009-10 Catamount cheer squad. One of the largest squads in recent history, the 26-member squad has representation from four states including 23 from North Carolina and one apiece from Georgia, New Hampshire, and South Carolina. “I have been a […]
