April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The goal of Child Abuse Prevention Month is to increase awareness and encourage community support of children and families. Jessica Banks, a WCU senior, feels that for her, “… prevention is about educating and providing resources to parents. A well educated, prepared parent […]
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WCU to Hold Two Spring Commencements
Western Carolina University will hold two spring commencement ceremonies to accommodate the largest graduating class in university history, with activities set for Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9, at the Ramsey Regional Activity Center. A record-breaking number of WCU students, approximately 1,110, is currently completing academic requirements to receive […]
Continuing Budgeting Concerns at WCU
On April 9, a budget freeze went into effect at Western Carolina, placing a hold on state-issued funds. The state previously contributed funds to many sectors of the University, but now there will only be a weekly allotment for payroll, financial aid, and utilities. WCU will now depend on discretionary […]
Brown Earns State Athletic Trainers Scholarship
Western Carolina University student Daniel Davis Brown II of Durham recently received one of three North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Presidential Scholarships for Leadership. Brown graduated from Northern High School in 2006 and his parents are Ken and Rhonda Brown. He expects to graduate in May 2010 with a bachelor’s […]
Western Carolinian Website May Experience Outages Over Summer
This summer, the Western Carolinian will be performing upgrades to www.westerncarolinian.com. During this time, periodical outages may occur. In August, the Western Carolinian will return with a lot of new features online, which will include a videos section and podcasts. Stay tuned as the Western Carolinian begins a transition to […]
WCU Men’s Golf Improves to Finish Third at 2009 SoCon Championship
Western Carolina overcame a seven-stroke deficit on Wedneday, April 21 to finish third overall, while two Catamounts finished within the top five at the 2009 Southern Conference Men’s Golf Championship. Junior Tanner Briele finished tied for second place at one-under 71 on the final round for a 211. Ricky Stout […]
Restaurant Review: The Rolling Stone Burrito
The Rolling Stone Burrito is proving to be a major hit on campus. Since opening, many of Western’s students and faculty have made it their regular dining hot spot. Located on Centennial Drive, the Rolling Stone Burrito is not the everyday, ordinary restaurant you find on other college campuses. Its […]
Women’s Golf Finishes Sixth in SoCon; Josephine Sundh Heads Team in 11th
The Western Carolina Lady Catamounts golf team advanced two positions by posting the third-lowest round of the final day of the Southern Conference Tournament on April 21 to finish sixth overall at the at Moss Creek Resort North Course in Hilton Head, SC. Josefine Sindh, who recorded her career-best finish, […]
Local Experts Explain Threat to Tuckaseegee River
The Tuckasegee River is one of Jackson County’s most characteristic natural beauties. Utilized in fishing, kayaking, tubing and other recreational activities, the river is an integral part of Jackson Country for its citizens and the students of Western Carolina University. However, some citizens and organizations have raised concerns that the […]
WCU Stage and Screen to Present Annual Dance Showcase
Western Carolina University’s department of stage and screen will present its spring dance showcase at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 1, in the Fine and Performing Arts Center. The program is titled “A Moveable Feast: An Evening of Dance and Musical Theatre Works.” It will feature dance numbers by WCU’s dance […]
