Numerous graduates of Western Carolina University’s Criminology and Criminal Justice Department have gone on to have successful careers in the fields of law enforcement, investigations, corrections, security, education, forensic science, and law and court systems. Many of those same graduates took the invaluable opportunity to gain experience as an intern […]
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“Pirates” splashes with success at the BAC
Smoky Mountain High School’s Musical Theatre Department performed the classic musical “The Pirates of Penzance”by Arthur Sullivan and W.S. Gilbert on May 17 – 19 in Western Carolina University’s John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center. The show is about a boy named Frederic, played by Galen Martin, […]
“Now You See Me,” though you shouldn’t
#8220;Now You See Me” represents a scenario that we have all seen far too often in Hollywood. I can picture someone coming up with an interesting idea, putting time and effort into writing a script with an intelligent plot twist and a beautiful bit of world building. I can then […]
“Drowsy Chaperone” left no one asleep, a farewell to MT seniors
The WCU School of Stage and Screen’s Musical Theater program presented “The Drowsy Chaperone” at the John W. Bardo Arts Center Theatre on April 11 through 13 at 7:30 p.m. and April 14 at 3 p.m. “The Drowsy Chaperone” is touted as a “musical within a comedy”, and it definitely […]
No UNC universities to close for now
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 from the possibility of the closure of one or more UNC system campuses. Putting to rest […]
WCU combats cancer at Relay for Life
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 was put up for the […]
Former faculty member Cochran presents “Testify: Beyond Place”
{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 founding curator of the Affrilachian Artist Project Marie Cochran. Cochran’s piece, “Testify: Beyond Place,” was featured with a […]
What Whee Do, April 28 – May 4
Sunday, April 28: Base Camp Cullowhee invites you on a wild ride on the Nantahala. Join their kayaking trip at 9 a.m. dropping by their office at Brown to sign up. The cost is $35 for Wildcat Club members, $30 for students and $40 for non students. Lunch and kayaking […]
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Chris Ward is currently a senior majoring in computer science and environmental science. He has been working with The Western Carolinian since September 2012 as a photographer. He occasionally writes articles, such as an Outdoor Explorations. At The Western Carolinian, Chris enjoys meeting all the different people on and off […]
Holbrook, Powell and Woodrell provide “Grit Lit Day” at Literary Festival
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 authors that presented at 4 p.m. in the University Center Theater, Chris Holbrook […]
