Rocky Balboa once said, “It aint over ’till it’s over,” well folks, it’s finally over. Sylvester Stallone delivers one last punch as The Italian Stallion, Rocky Balboa, in the final installment of the “Rocky” franchise. “Rocky Balboa” delivers all the punches and jabs that make this movie great. Actor/Writer/Director Sylvester […]
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Lady Catamounts finish out 06′ with a pair of wins
The Western Carolina Lady Catamounts finished out 2006 with a pair of much deserved wins and completed their 11-game road swing with an impressive 7-4 record. The final away game of 06′ saw the Lady Catamounts knock off the Lady Spartans of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 53-52 […]
Night at the Museum mixes history with humor
4 stars out of 5 During a recent interview on television, Ben Stiller talked about now that he is a dad, he wants to do more family-friendly movies and his first family movie, “Night at the Museum” was one that not only kids will enjoy, but even some parents and […]
Lady Catamounts take 2nd at Courtyard Classic
During the weekend of December 2 – 3, the Western Carolina University Catamounts took on the Eastern Kentucky Colonels for the second time this school year. However, a 22% field goal percentage that included going 0-for-13 from three-point range in the second half would prove to be their downfall as […]
“We Are Marshall” is Solid but Not Spectacular
3.5 out of 5 stars The movie “We are Marshall” is the latest sports movie that tries to raise emotions and tug at your heartstrings. A tear or two is what the movie is trying to get, and while it tries hard to get those tears it doesn’t succeed in […]
Channel 62, Campus TV
Western students can tune into various channels from any dorm. On those long days of being hounded by tests, teachers and stress what better way to relax than to watch a little TV? If there isn’t much to watch, Channel 62 gives a little change in pace. Channel 62 broadcasts […]
Who said Wednesday nights suck?
Looking for something fun and free to do on Wednesday nights? Need a way to express your artistic side? What if we throw in cool singles and a BYOB policy? Interested yet? Well, look no further than Western’s own Open Mic Nights! Hosted by Last Minute Productions who is involved […]
WCU to offer new film major
Newly approved by the UNC Board of Governors, the Motion Picture & Television Production B.F.A. is making pioneering steps at WCU. The program is new, not yet in the course catalogue, though many students are interested and excited about a future in production. Director of the program, Jack Sholder says, […]
WCU buys “Downtown Cullowhee” businesses
The strip of businesses known as “Downtown Cullowhee,” located in the heart of the campus of Western Carolina University, has become a favorite location of the WCU community. The locations in Downtown Cullowhee are currently Subway, Cat Chow, The Mad Batter, Bob’s Mini Mart, the Catamount Hair Station, Simply Ts […]
Fine and Performing Arts Center readies new season
The Fine and Performing Arts Center at Western Carolina University is one of the area’s premiere venues for both education and entertainment. The WC recently interviewed Paul Lormand, director of the FPAC, to learn more about the facility. Constructing the FPAC was a long and involved process. “Eleven years ago, […]