Archives for April 20, 2012

Unlikely student wins lead in play

A freshman at Western Carolina University took to the stage as the lead in the school’s performance of “The Why” while not even being a part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts program. Phil Culton was beyond exited when he learned that he was going to play Robert in the mainstage performance of “The Why.” […]

2020 Commission unveils strategic plan draft

The 2020 Commission of Western Carolina University hosted a public discussion forum Tuesday, April 17 in the A.K. Hinds University Center to invite final feedback on its plans for university development. The event was open to the public and drew university staff, faculty, students and alumni as well as members of the local community. The […]

WCU named ‘hidden gem’ in education

Western Carolina University was recognized as a “College of Distinction” by an online guide that puts the spotlight on the “hidden gems” of higher education. Ashville Citizen-Times reports that WCU is one of six colleges and universities in North Carolina recognized by the website collegesofdistinction.com, which is designed for prospective college students, their parents and […]