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Alumni Spotlight: Joshua James

Laura Odom — Tue, 14 May 2013

Joshua James, who works for the Jackson County Animal Shelter, is no stranger to Cullowhee. Before graduating in 2004, James became involved around campus, especially with rugby. It is an ac...

Before They Were Educators: Dr. Hal Herzog

M. Colby Murphy — Tue, 14 May 2013

Dr. Hal Herzog is a man beyond description. He is an atom, constantly bursting with electrifying energy, an evolutionary psychologist, finding answers to questions no one ever knew to ask; a storyteller, sharing his knowledge artistically in forms acce...

Pinching Pennies: Student health insurance switching to BlueCross BlueShield

Tyler Auffhammer — Tue, 7 May 2013

Beginning in the Fall 2013 semester, Western Carolina University, along with the University of North Carolina system campuses, will provide student health insurance through Student Blue from BlueCross<...

New off-campus housing offered at 808 West

Logan Porter — Tue, 7 May 2013

808 West, the newest off-campus housing option, will become available to students during the fall semester of 2013. Construction on the apartments is nearing completion, and available units are filling up fast. Located just across the highway from ...

David Patten: The Catamount student with 3 Super Bowl rings

Ryan Michaud — Tue, 7 May 2013

By: Ryan Michaud

There is a man walking around Western Carolina University’s campus that has three NFL Super Bowl rings. Former NFL player and Catamount Alumni David Patten has returned to WCU to join the coaching staff. The former NFL wide receiver, who won th...

Cheryl Johnston becomes board certified in forensic anthropology

Megan Hart — Fri, 3 May 2013

One of the professors at Western Carolina University, Cheryl Johnston, became board certified in forensic anthropology. To qualify for board certification, Johnston said, “You have to have a Ph.D., be in forensic anthropology, and have three years ...

WCU travels to snowy Wisconsin for NCUR

Katie Marshall — Fri, 3 May 2013

Western Carolina University once again ranked in the top five in the 27th National Conference on Undergraduate Research. This year, NCUR was held ...

WCU dancers pay tribute to the “Rockettes” in NYC

Jamie North — Fri, 3 May 2013

Over Spring Break, a group of Western Carolina University singers and dancers traveled to New York City to perform “A Salute to Rockette History.” The group consisted of

WCU combats cancer at Relay for Life

Sandra Nikula — Wed, 1 May 2013

On April 12, Western Carolina University held the annual Relay for Life event to raise awareness and money for cancer treatment. The event was held on the University Center lawn and lasted 12 hours, starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 6 a.m. A pledge ...

WCU class parties at prom night with Skyland Nursing Home

Sandra Nikula — Wed, 1 May 2013

On April 25, the Skyland Nursing home in Sylva hosted a prom for their residents. Dr. Rebecca Lasher of Western Carolina University’s Soci...

“Drowsy Chaperone” left no one asleep, a farewell to MT seniors

Ceillie Simkiss — Wed, 1 May 2013

The WCU School of Stage and Screen’s Musical Theater program presented “The Drowsy Chaperone” at the John W. Bardo Arts Center

No UNC universities to close for now

Logan Porter — Wed, 1 May 2013

Early in the second week of April, senate leadership for the state of North Carolina informed the UNC Board of Directors that, despite talks to the contrary, the general assembly will be backing away ...

What Whee Do, April 28 – May 4

Lex Menz — Mon, 29 Apr 2013

Sunday, April 28:

Base Camp Cullowhee invites you on a wild ride on the Nantahala. Join their kayaking trip at 9 a.m. dr...

Former faculty member Cochran presents "Testify: Beyond Place"

Jamie North — Mon, 29 Apr 2013

{Note from the Editor: This story has been updated with corrected information.} The Fine Art Museum at Western Carolina University hosted a reception for the work of former WCU faculty member and ...

Photographer

Staff Reports — Tue, 16 Apr 2013

Chris Ward

Chris Ward is currently a junior majoring in computer science and environmental science. He has been working with The Western Carolinian since September 2012 as a photographer. In his free time, Chris enjoys reading, hiking, playing sports and...

Wattses take over Spring Literary Festival

Ceillie Simkiss — Mon, 15 Apr 2013

By: Ceillie Simkiss

Fiction writer Stephanie Powell Watts and poet Bob Watts were the presenters on Wednesday, April 10, at the Spring Literary Festival at 4 p.m. in the A.K. Hinds University Center Theater. After being introduced by Western Carolina University profes...

Holbrook, Powell and Woodrell provide "Grit Lit Day" at Literary Festival

Lex Menz, Co-Editor-in-Chief — Mon, 15 Apr 2013

On Tuesday, April 9, the Spring Literary Festival held "Grit Lit Day," celebrating authors that exposed the harsh lifestyles of Southern living in their novels. Western Carolina University professor and published author Ron Rash introduced the two ...

International Festival: A day full of food, fun and culture

Jamie North — Fri, 12 Apr 2013

The 34th annual International Festival took place on Western Carolina University’s campus on Wednesday, April 10. From 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., participants of the festival were treated to internati...

Staff Writer

Staff Reports — Fri, 12 Apr 2013

Katie Marshall

Katie Marshall began as a contributing writer in the fall semester of 2012. That December she was hired as a staff writer, primarily working with features pieces. Some of her articles include "Meet the Animals" and a few Before They Were Educator piece...

Relay for Life begins celebrating at 6 p.m. tonight

Laura Odom — Fri, 12 Apr 2013

Making a difference in the lives of others is a trend that can be seen at Western Carolina University. Of the many amazing causes for students to support, there is one that annually touches many lives. Each April, a large number of clubs and organi...