Hundreds of WCU students gathered at the Catafount for the first ever student-led Battle of the Bands food drive concert on Friday, Oct. 24. The first WCU Battle of the Bands raised over 700 pounds…| The Western Carolina Journalist
When Shakespeare initially wrote the play The Tempest as one of his final acts, Europe was dealing with a time of turmoil. Wars in surrounding nations such as Denmark and Sweden, a siege that happened in Russia, economic disparity in England. It’s no wonder that Shakespeare wanted to write a heartfelt message about forgiveness, however what is entirely unexpected is how well audiences can relate […]| The Western Carolina Journalist
It is that time of the year when we get to show out purple pride with marching band, parade, king and queen, football and lots of fun for students, WCU alums and the community. WCU is hosting its h…| The Western Carolina Journalist
Kevin Morris came to WCU to talk about the 60th anniversary of the passage of the Voting Rights Act on Oct. 20 in the UC Theater, where over 90 students came to hear him. Morris is a senior researc…| The Western Carolina Journalist
WCU is hosting a Quality Enhancement Plan, or QEP, contest for students to give their ideas to faculty on how to develop student success and student quality. Many colleges have QEP contests for their accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). “The whole purpose of the QEP is to […]| The Western Carolina Journalist
Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville turned pink on Oct. 18 for Making Strides of Western North Carolina, an annual fundraising walk that raises awareness and supports the fight against breast cancer. The event was part of the American Cancer Society’s nationwide Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign, which raises money for breast cancer research […]| The Western Carolina Journalist
The sounds of brass and woodwinds mingled with the beat of drums and the cheers of the crowd, filling the crisp mountain air as spectators gathered in the stands. Student performers hustled on and off the field, flags shimmered under the stadium lights, and the synchronized pulse of marching feet moved through the stadium. From […]| The Western Carolina Journalist
Listen to this episode of WheeLife to find out what was happening at WCU during Fall break, the Quality Enhancement Plan contest, and some upcoming big events like Homecoming.| The Western Carolina Journalist
Early voting is now open in North Carolina for the 2025 municipal election season. Early voting will run until Nov. 1. During municipal elections, voter choose officials to represent them in their local governments, including mayor, councilpersons and board of commissioners. “Local elections have the greatest impact on citizens’ day-to-day lives, so it’s important to […]| The Western Carolina Journalist
The election will determine leadership for the county’s four incorporated towns: Sylva, Dillsboro, Webster and Forest Hills. The profiles were published in The Sylva Herald. A total of 17 seats across the four municipalities are up for election, including mayoral and town or village board positions. Residents must live within a municipality for at least […]| The Western Carolina Journalist
Downtown Asheville filled with demonstrators for the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, Oct. 18, as part of a nationwide movement opposing the Trump administration and what many perceive as authoritarian leadership. Organized by Indivisible Asheville and the Western Region NC Poor People’s Campaign, the event drew thousands to Pack Square Park. No Kings protests were […]| The Western Carolina Journalist
Taron Dickens looking to pass the ball vs Wofford. Photo by Samuel Wallace. WCU athletics this season is breaking records. As students are preparing to go on a fall break listen about the successes…| The Western Carolina Journalist
WCU Communications Dept. student media source for news in Jackson County| The Western Carolina Journalist
Western Carolina University is full of architecture both new and old. Among some of the historical buildings that are still in use are the Breeze Gymnasium, McKee, Albright-Benton, and the Universi…| The Western Carolina Journalist
You can hear some pretty interesting conversations riding the campus CatTran when you pay attention. I got on a CatTran full of about 20 of my fellow students around midnight to head back to my dor…| The Western Carolina Journalist
