Musician and producer Thavius Beck has worked with the likes of Nas, Saul Williams, The Mars Volta and Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails over the years, in addition to putting out several albums of his own solo material. Though he primarily falls into the Hip-Hop genre, his music incorporates […]
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Greek Organizations on Campus
Philanthropy is the act of intending to promote human welfare through donations or charitable aid, and it is the main contribution that many Greek organizations give to the community. These organizations hold philanthropy as a major priority and participate in generous events several times per semester. Though the Greek community […]
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity Plans Upcoming Projects
The Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity at Western Carolina University plans to execute yet another major community service project soon. The event is called ‘Why We’re Greek Day.” Working with other Greek organizations on campus (including Phi Mu, Alpha Xi Delta, Delta Zeta, Alpha Chi Omega, Alpha Gamma Delta, Kappa Sigma, […]
Western Carolina University Police Blotter
February 2, 2009 WCU Police responded to a minor traffic crash on Norton Road. No injuries were reported and no criminal arrest or judicial referral was made. February 3, 2009 A harassment complaint was made at the Fine and Performance Arts Building. One female spoke with WCU Police. No […]
Women’s Basketball Team Downs Elon 78-50 in SoCon Play
The Lady Catamounts took care of business recently when they went on the road for a Southern Conference showdown against the Elon Phoenix on Monday, Jan. 19. The Western Carolina women’s basketball team tamed the Phoenix 78-50. Western was in control from the beginning, holding Elon to 10 field goals […]
Caitlin Hollifield Transfers to Western Carolina from University of Alabama
Western Carolina women’s basketball head coach Kellie Harper has announced that Caitlin Hollifield (Knoxville, Tenn.) has transferred to Western Carolina from the University of Alabama. As per NCAA regulations, she is not eligible to compete though until after final exams next fall, which conclude mid December, but she has joined […]
Manuel Concepcion Named Eighth Western Carolina Head Volleyball Coach
Manuel “Manola” Concepcion has been named as the eighth head volleyball coach at Western Carolina. He replaces Stephanie Dragan, who was fired on Nov. 21 after the Catamounts ended the 2008 season with a 6-26 record. A native of Toa Baja, Puerto Rico, Concepcion spent the last year as an […]
Dining Hall Set to Open Fall of 2009
Across the lawn from the University Center, the new dining hall is nearing completion after it was orginally set to open the spring semester of 2009. Scheduled to be up and running now for the fall of 2009, this efficiently designed two-story building will feature 13 restaurants, including Starbucks, McAlister’s […]
The Town Center Proposal
The proposed Town Center to be built on Western’s campus has received both approval and criticism. If the plan goes through, a 22-acre Town Center will be constructed between the parking lot across from Cullowhee Creek and the Camp Building. The development will contain shops, restaurants, businesses, entertainment and possibly […]
Thavius Beck to Kick Off US Tour at WCU with Concert and Electronic Music Production Workshop
LA-based hip-hop producer and musician Thavius Beck will be coming to WCU to give a workshop on electronic music production on Advising Day, Tuesday, February 24 at 2:00 pm in the Student Media Center (Old Student Union). Sponsored by WCAT and Student Media, the event will include demonstrations of various […]