One commonality that strongly characterizes our generation is body modification by way of tattoos and skin piercing. Since I am fully fascinated with the concept that every other twenty-something-year-old has changed their body with ink or metal, I further investigated. After calling the three main tattoo parlors in Sylva, I […]

Already on a three-game losing streak, the Western Carolina men’s basketball team didn’t do much in the final week of the regular season to reverse their luck. The Catamounts lost both of their games during the week to extend the losing streak to five and zap any ounce of momentum […]

Generation Y, the Net Generation, the Millennial Generation, or whatever one chooses to call it, has witnessed several innovative ideas, such as reality television, contemporary artwork and the World Wide Web. However, the same is not true when it comes to clothing and fashion. Younger members of Generation Y are […]

Only three decades ago, public displays of affection between two people of the same sex was considered taboo and could end in the alienation of the people involved. Today however, homosexuality and even those just being affectionate towards one another is generally accepted. There are still people who believe whole […]

The Campaign 1984’s sophomore release takes southern rock to a new level. Claiming influence from Queens of the Stone Age and AC/DC, their rock-and-roll fathers would approve. Dear readers, let me assure you that I have been to my fair share of ridiculous southern-rock-band-poser shows. These guys are the real […]

It is always a dreaded thing. No one wants to do it, and everyone asks about it. What do you want to eat on campus today? When it comes to eating on campus, that question always arises. And there is another question that almost always appears with it. What is […]

Recently my mother, who is elatedly awaiting my approaching wedding after I graduate, gave me the book The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman. I thought to myself that this book is going to be just like any other self-improvement guide: mediocre tips and unrealistic goals, all topped off […]

Thinking about doing a co-op or internship? Working in a real world environment can certainly prepare you for life after college, but where do you start? That is where Career Services will come to your rescue. With the help of the staff and their up-to-date resources you can find a […]

In the last two games, the Cats have been carried by freshman forward Nick Aldridge. February 5, 2007 in Charleston, South Carolina would be no different as Aldridge lit up the College of Charleston Cougars with 39 points and seven rebounds. Aldridge’s effort, however, came in a 76-64 loss to […]

Have you ever ordered a meal at a fast food restaurant and been confronted by a person who has little to no understanding of the English language? While they struggled with your order, did you say to yourself, “That should be me!”? Well, there’s good news for those of you […]