If you have spent any period at Western, you might have heard the name Brian Boyer tossed around on campus. Boyer is the Residential Case Manager. His job is to connect to the students and be there to help foster student success. His position was created solely to advocate for […]
Author: Nick Childs
Who keeps WCU beautiful?
A lot separates Western from other campuses. The NC Promise Plan, the smaller, more manageable student-faculty ratio, the resources offered, and our beautiful campus. All are instrumental in distinguishing WCU from other universities. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and sitting on Cherokee ancestral land, the location is a huge […]
“People need people” – Black expression, authenticity, and community building
As part of our effort to highlight the people who make our campus so unique, The Western Carolinian interviewed Asha, a third-year student who is the president of the Global Black Studies (GBS) club at WCU. Asha relayed powerful messages encouraging individual expression and authenticity, education, and community. Asha comes […]
“You will not silence us” – Drag brings resistance to oppression
On March 17, Campus Activities partnered with Student Government Association and Intercultural Affairs to bring the annual drag show back to Cullowhee. Axis Security ensured the community was safe. The show was hosted by Katarina SynClaire and featured Mayhem Miller, a drag queen who appeared on “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and […]
Student loan tips, information, and advice
Paying for college can be stressful, and quite frankly, difficult. There are a few means available to help students with this requirement of their educational experience. One of the first places students should consider looking is scholarships, although WCU’s deadline to apply was Feb. 1. Scholarship applications open annually on […]
Ways to get your money’s worth as a student
One of the most rewarding things during a student’s time in college can be engaging with their campus’ culture and community. The WCU Creed encourages Catamounts to immerse themselves in the cultural, academic, and artistic life of Western, along with valuing diversity and embracing one’s responsibilities to the community. It […]
Not alone – Resources for those in crisis
Note from the writer – The following article deals with the topic of suicide and may cause difficult emotions, but these are conversations we should have. Incident at 808 West Authorities from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare call around 8 p.m. on Feb. 7. A call […]
Building a Legacy of Leadership – WCU community’s MLK Jr. celebrations
The WCU community commemorates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. annually by having a week full of events designed to build the community. The week is led by Intercultural Affairs with various other campus partners joining. The MLK Jr. Celebration week is Jan. 16 – 20, and this […]
Community Table helping with food wants and needs
The Community Table of Jackson County is a valuable resource for people who may need food assistance as well as people who may just want a plate of food that is not from the dining halls. The Table is located at 23 Central St., Sylva. Students may be put into […]
Catamount Throwback starts new tradition, Rice declared first Nobility
Western recently celebrated Catamount Throwback, the theme for the 2022 Homecoming festivities. Catamount Throwback was marked by annual celebrations such as the homecoming carnival and parade, new events like a Thrift Store Prom, a new tradition, and a win over Wofford. This was the first year that a Catamount Noble […]
