This story was co-written with Imani Stewart Western Carolina University’s pristine location allows students to have quick and easy access to many of the best sights and adventures the Southern Appalachian Mountains have to offer. With finals week approaching, stress is on the rise, but have no fear – there are plenty of places that can […]
Archives for December 12, 2016
WCU board approves proposed tuition, fees for 2017-18
December 12, 2016 by
From the WCU Office of Public Relations The Western Carolina University Board of Trustees approved a schedule of tuition and fees for the 2017-18 academic year that includes a 2 percent increase in tuition for students from North Carolina and a 3 percent increase in mandatory fees. The proposal, unanimously approved by the board at […]
Organizations join together to make WCU a “Stress-Free Whee”
December 12, 2016 by
As the semester winds down, several campus organizations are teamed up to help Western Carolina students relax. Campus Recreation and Wellness, The Technology Commons and Dining Services have collaborated to put on events focusing on getting students’ minds off of the impending exam week, including putting on the Stress-Free Whee. The gathering in the University […]
WCU counseling combats stress one student at a time
December 12, 2016 by
This story was co-written/produced with Jesse Pigeon It is no secret that the end of the semester causes stress for students, but for many, the weeks before exams prove to be more challenging than exam week itself. So, why exactly is the end of the semester so much more difficult to work through? The answers vary […]
WCU’s goals for the future shed light on recent parking changes
December 12, 2016 by
This story was co-written with Chris Lang. With a growing student body and a limited amount of space, students and faculty alike fear for the future of parking on the Western Carolina University campus. Many students complain about the availability of parking on campus as it is, sometimes claiming that they are unable to find […]
