Electric scooters are sparking some interest in Cullowhee. Personal transportation like this is nothing new – bicycles and skateboards have zoomed through campus for decades. Electric scooters aren’t new either, but their popularity is. The trend began a few years ago with athletes riding electric scooters around campus. For a […]
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UNC System president pushes to block YikYak from university networks
In his Feb. 29 president’s report, UNC System President Peter Hans announced his intention to block anonymous social media apps including Yik Yak, Fizz, Whisper and Sidechat from campus networks, citing concerns for the mental health of students. Hans claims the apps show reckless disregard for the mental health of […]
Students petition to allow skateboarding on campus
Western Carolina University students are petitioning to revoke the policy that bans all forms of skateboarding on campus. Amy Woods, sophomore at WCU, created the petition to provide a voice to the skaters on campus. “The goal of this petition is to give freedom to our fellow students. They should […]