Critical race theory is rapidly disappearing from some teachers’ curriculum and the quiet ban has already swept through 27 states. It is so important to protect the teaching of critical race theory in school because without it we would be one step closer to the erasure of minorities within history. […]
Author: Abigail Quinn
WCU alum returns to head important athletics position
First published in The Western Carolina Journalist. In November 2020, Tyler Pope was self-employed, producing a sports podcast with two of his friends from his undergraduate and graduate years. A year removed, he holds one of the most important positions in the Western Carolina University Athletic Department. Pope, a native […]
WCU dining to provide meal for the holiday
When Thanksgiving break arrives, most students are planning flights or driving home to visit family for the holiday. They will find turkey on the table, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and much more. Everyone will give thanks and then dive on into their loaded plates which will then lead to a […]
Local organizations work to fill tables on Thanksgiving
For many people, Thanksgiving is a time to visit friends and family, yell across the dinner table for someone to pass the rolls, and maybe get into a little argument with the in-laws over who was supposed to bring the green bean casserole. However, everyone’s holiday traditions look a little […]
Print Edition: Nov. 18, 2021
Letter from the editor: Nov. 18
As the holiday season approaches, it is necessary that we all take a step back from our busy lives to appreciate the privileges that we have. Sometimes it can be difficult to see the good within our lives when everything is so hectic and dim. I frequently struggle to find […]
Opinion: For the love of green bean casserole
When you think of Thanksgiving, what do you think of? Food, family, crafts, shopping, etc.? Well, when I think of Thanksgiving, I think of crowding into my grandparents’ house with my whole family dressed up. We normally eat Thanksgiving “linner”, late lunch, and an early dinner. We have the typical […]
SPJ to host holiday bake sale for Homebase
The holiday season can be the most lonely and stressful time of year for students who do not have a home to go back to. Students who lack resources for food, shelter, transportation, or support often suffer quietly due to social stereotypes. Just because you are in college, does not […]
Opinion: Fem in Stem
I am a math major at Western Carolina University. The concentration of my major is traditional, not data science, not actuarial, not education. People [tend to] assume that since I am a woman and a math major, I must be going into education. While there is nothing wrong with going […]
Food for Thought: Easy Thanksgiving Sides
Easy, Tart Cranberry Sauce Serves 5+ Total Time: 30~ minutes This fresh cranberry sauce has a tart, sweet bite that is perfect warm right off the stove or cooled down with leftovers. So easy you won’t miss the canned sauce! One 12 ounce Bag Fresh Cranberries One Cup White […]
