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The Honors College teams up with United Christian Ministries

It is hard to think that while the students of Western Carolina University left for the holidays, there were people in Jackson County who went hungry on Thanksgiving. United Christian Ministries in Sylva is trying to fight this growing issue. And now, the Honor’s College at WCU decided to join in that fight.
Breaking News: It's cold

Coming soon to a campus near you: cold temperatures that will turn your nose red and bring on the sniffles. If you have not done so yet, Catamounts, now is the time to break out your winter coats! It seems this winter is starting out cold and will only get colder.
Climbing the mountain of parking garage, fees

Western Carolina University is famous for its beautiful campus and scenic view. Its population has just reached 10,000 plus and is exponentially growing each year. As the student population increases, changes are being made to accommodate the students.
Updated: WCU Strip Mall catches fire, cause unknown

On Nov. 21, at around 9:23 a.m., the faculty, staff and students of Western Carolina University were informed, through an email from My Cat, of a “possible working fire” at the strip mall on Centennial Dr. The strip mall is home to Subway, Rolling Stone Burrito, Mad Batter and Bob’s Mini Mart.
Police Blotter: October 27 to November 21

October 27: Follow-up on suspicious odor, Central Residence Hall – Further investigation of a suspicious odor call in Central Hall that resulted with a male student being arrested for possession with intent to sell and deliver (PWISD) and underage possession of alcohol.
WCU diagnosed with '2020 Vision'

As the campus of Western Carolina University increases its student body, changes are needed to accommodate the growth. Residence halls, dining option, class spaces, offices for professors and parking are needed, but the signature beauty of the WCU campus should be maintained.
Makeover for Student Media Bylaws

The times, they are changing. The student media organizations of Western Carolina University could see alterations in how they operate. Jeffery Hughes, director of the A.K. Hinds university center, has helped members of the Student Media Board to craft a new set of bylaws.
Spanish programs rally, raise major numbers

After hearing the relieving news, the Spanish and Spanish education professors, including Dr. Santiago García-Castañón, department head of modern foreign languages and Spanish professor; Dr. Mark Couture, associate Spanish professor, rejoiced at the news that their programs were saved.
Size Does Matter: More students, less UC

As Western Carolina University’s enrollment numbers rise, the already small university is shrinking more and faster. Chancellor Belcher announced at the beginning of this semester that WCU now had 10,106 students enrolled, a five percent increase from the 2012-2013 school year, according the Office of Public Relations.
Athletic forum shuts down new sports ideas

The Athletics Interest Public Forum was held on Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Catamount Room located in the University Center. Dr. Henry Wong, director for the office of equal opportunity and diversity programs, and Randy Eaton, athletic director hosted the event.
Save the Lilies: Bulb sale promotes plant

The Valley of the Lilies is returning as the Cullowhee Lily Bulb Sale is kicked off once again to re-establish the Cullowhee lily back on campus and around the region. The Cullowhee Lily Bulb sale is an effort between the Cullowhee Lily Initiative and CLI Community Partnership, sponsored by the Western Carolina University Alumni Association to help bring back the Cullowhee lily.
Newspaper strengthens staff with new hires

Recently, The Western Carolinian experienced several changes in staff, including seeing the return of the News Editor position, acquiring an intern and hiring a new distributor. It has also seen the loss of two beloved writers. In order to maintain stability with the newspaper with the approaching graduation of Editor-in-Chief Lex Menz, the new staff acquirements are mostly younger students.
Police Blotter: Incidents from Oct. 9 - Oct. 23

• October 9: Vandalism and burglary, Scott Hall – A male student reported when he returned to his room that there were personal items broken and several small things missing. • October 10: Public service, Scott Hall – Officers were alerted of a bear in the tree next to Scott dorm.
Our Take: WCU – math(+ conference) = ??

On Thursday, Sept. 19, a conference, titled “Mathematics and the WNC Workforce: Voice of Business Leaders,” focused on how vital mathematical skills are to the job force, according to WCU News Service. Western Carolina University was involved in this conference with Chancellor David Belcher speaking to the group as one of the representatives from the university.
New distinguished professor brings energy, enthusiasm

Western Carolina University a new catamount. WCU has welcomed Joseph P. Lakatos as the Wesley R. Elingburg Distinguished Professor of Business Innovation and as the director of Western Carolina’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. A native of Queens, N.
Huneycutt sprints forward after car accident

Alan Huneycutt, former Western Carolina University student, is ready to run in an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After being told he may never walk again, Huneycutt will sprint through the beauty of Hawaii during the XTERRA World Championship Race for Team to End AIDS on Nov.
NC parents demand book ban, Ellison’s ‘Invisible Man’

As one of three choices on the summer reading list for Randleman High School’s juniors, Ralph Ellison’s “The Invisible Man” has been anything but transparent. On Sept. 16, in a fit of inexplicable irony the week before the American Library Association hosted its National Banned Books week Randolph County in North Carolina took Ellison’s “The Invisible Man” off the shelf and the summer reading list.
Odom steps up as Managing Editor

In August, The Western Carolinian newspaper created the new position of Managing Editor to assist with several responsibilities in order to groom him or her to be the next Editor-in-Chief. In May, News Editor Tyler Auffhammer was appointed to the position of Managing Editor and began working during the last week of August.
Board of Governors welcomes new members

Western Carolina University welcomes a new Board of Trustees chair and five additional trustees. Teresa Williams of Huntersville has been elected chair of the Western Carolina University Board of Trustees. Williams has served on the Board of Trustees for WCU for over six years.
Voting law panel convenes at WCU

On Sept. 17, Western Carolina University hosted a panel discussion titled “Changes to North Carolina Voting Laws: Improving or Impairing Elections?” Dr. Todd Collins, professor of political science, hosted the event, while the panelists included Kory Swanson, executive vice president of the John Locke Foundation; Zeb Smathers, a member of the Democracy North Carolina board of directors; and Chris Cooper, head of the WCU political science and public affairs department.