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 […]
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Wofford at WCU: Catamounts lose a nail bitter
Western Carolina University lost a heartbreaker to the Wofford Terriers on WCU’s Hall of Fame Day. Wofford is ranked 12th in the nation in the FCS Coaches Poll and 13th in the Sports Network Poll. Western Carolina dropped to a record of 1-7 overall and 0-4 in SoCon play. Wofford […]
Intern
Jovahnna Graves joined The Western Carolinian newspaper as an intern in October 2013. She has been a part of Boys Scouts since she was eight-years-old, and she achieve the top three highest awards: The Quartermaster, Ringmaster and Silver Awards. She also possessed a boating license before she obtained a driver’s […]
‘I need what?’ A look at Liberal Studies
Most students understand the concept of a liberal study course. They are usually accepted as required credits that are needed to graduate. Dr. Carol Burton, associate provost for undergraduate studies, understands that “. . .There is a tendency on the part of students to ‘get Liberal Studies out of the […]
Meet Dr. Patsy Miller, program director at Biltmore Park
Dr. Patsy Miller, program director of the Western Carolina University Programs at Biltmore Park, has been at Western Carolina since 1984. Before she came to WCU, Miller originally lived in Ridgefield, Conn., a town that borders the state of New York. Miller described Ridgefield as similar in its appearance to […]
Be prepared to be scared, Halloween guide
As we all know, Halloween is just around the corner. Maybe you already have the awesome costume. But is it any good if you have nowhere to go? If you’re still undecided, check out these cool Halloween events. The faint of heart might want to sit this one out. From […]
Service Learning: Haywood County Meals on Wheels
Haywood County Meals on Wheels has been making its mark on Haywood County, serving their fellow citizens for 38 years. According to Jeanne Naber, the director of Haywood County Meals on Wheels, the organization started in the year 1975. Since its beginning, the program has expanded continuously. “What […]
Taste Buds: City Lights Cafe
The smell of cinnamon fills the room as owner Bernadette Peters moves around the kitchen. A relaxing ambiance embraces you as you wait for your order. A group of ladies reads over the menu, deciding what they want. City Lights Café is, in our opinion, the perfect place. A […]
Citizen Spotlight: Jeff Brotherton
Recently retired Army veteran Jeff Brotherton opened Mudpuppy Furniture on Old Cullowhee Road. Mudpuppy Furniture is what Brotherton describes as a used and re-purposed furniture store. According to Brotherton, after he retired from a 33-year military career in December of 2012, he spent a little time “taking it easy.” […]
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 […]
