Day: December 18, 2013

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Three staff members graduate, say goodbye

Saying “goodbye” is one of the hardest things to do, especially when it marks the beginning of a new chapter. This week The Western Carolinian said farewell to three of our own-Lex Menz, editor-in-chief; Jamie North, photographer and designer, and Brandy Carl, staff writer. Menz is graduating with a bachelor’s […]

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Food sales tax eating up students’ $$$

A tax law affecting meal plans has left a sour taste in students’ mouths. Over the summer, Governor Pat McCrory signed a tax reform set to take effect in January 2014. As a result of House Bill 998, students attending spring courses at any of the University of North Carolina […]

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Visa returns, card users rejoice

Tired of using a MasterCard, American Express or Discover card to pay your online fees or just don’t have them? Good news, the Visa card is back and now accepted by Western Carolina University! Stated by Nancy Brendell, bursar for WCU, the United States District Court for the Eastern District […]

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Club Corner: WCU Forensic Science Club

If you’re one of those people who can’t contain your joy in biology labs or is constantly watching reruns of “CSI” or “Bones,” you will be happy to know that Western Carolina University’s new Forensic Science Club is not only off to a great start but has also begun making […]

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Player Profile: Tom Tankelewicz

Tom Tankelewicz is a senior guard for the Catamount basketball team. Most students know him for his great season last year, with 80 3-pointers, making him the fifth for single season 3-pointers scored in Western Carolina University history. The first word Tankelewicz ever said was “ball.” He first picked up […]