Meet the Chatty Cats!
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Name: Ashley Hometown: Hendersonville, NC Major: English Education Why do you love WCU? : I love WCU because it feels like home. I grew up in the mountains and I didn't want to leave the area. The students and faculty at WCU are a big family and I am happy to be a part of that. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I chose to be a Chatty Cat because I wanted to be more involved with the University. I wanted to broaden my responsibilities and also help people see how great of a school WCU is. |
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Name: Ashley Hometown: Kings Mountain, NC Major: Elementary Education Why do you love WCU? : Between the beautiful scenery, wonderful professors, and the phenomenal experiences I've had thus far, WCU is simply the best! Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : Being a Chatty Cat enables me to give back to WCU as well as hear the stories of alumni. |
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Name: Brittany Hometown: Kings Mountain, NC Major: Elementary Education Why do you love WCU? : I love WCU because it is a great environment and the people are great. I love living in the mountains and all the great experiences. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I chose to be a Chatty Cat because I strongly believe in charity and giving back to your University. |
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Name: Caitlin Hometown: Lincolnton, NC Major: Middle Grades Education Why do you love WCU? : I love the support system available at WCU, both from the faculty and students. I also love all of the opportunities WCU has to offer. The beauty of the mountains is just one of the many bonuses at Western. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I chose to be a Chatty Cat to make a difference at WCU. I would love for other students to have the opportunity to attend Western. |
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Name: Cassie Hometown: Mebane, NC Major: Communications; Public Relations Why do you love WCU? : I love the environment. WCU teaches students to be resourceful with their time, but in the process to become a member of a large family. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I chose to be a Chatty Cat to contribute back to the school that has given me so much. Calling alumni who have been in my shoes is simply a bonus! |
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Name: Charlie Hometown: Boiling Springs, NC Major: Communications-Broadcasting Why do you love WCU? : I love the mountains, the hands-on opportunities available in Western's classes, and all the wonderful people I've met. I'd rather be in Cullowhee! Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : Because I wanted the opportunity to connect with alumni and inform them about all the great things Western is doing. |
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Name: Elizabeth Hometown: Raleigh, NC Major: Management Why do you love WCU? : Because it is a very small campus and town. There is also a ton of fun outdoor activities and very nice people. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I feel like it's a good way to connect alumni with current students. It's also a good way to help out the school. |
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Name: Josie Hometown: Elkin, NC Major: Secondary English Education Why do you love WCU? : I love WCU because the students and staff here make Western such a wonderful place to be. Cullowhee is a beautiful place to live, and Western offers students wonderful opportunities to expand their education. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I chose to be a Chatty Cat because I love Western and I love talking to the alumni. I recognize how important it is to give back to a school that has given so much to you. |
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Name: Kathryn Hometown: Concord, NC Major: Communications- Broadcasting/Journalism Why do you love WCU? : I love the small class rooms, professors that know your name, the hometown feel, my sorority, the advanced broadcasting technology, and knowing that I'll have something/someone to come back to and visit after I graduate. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : It's a great opportunity to reach out and connect with alumni about WCU! |
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Name: Lindsay Hometown: Charlotte, NC Major: History Why do you love WCU? : I love Western because the faculty and students are friendly. Also, because it is beautiful up here. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I chose to be a Chatty Cat because I think it is a great experience to be loyal to your school. |
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Name: Miranda Hometown: Asheville, NC Major: Nursing Why do you love WCU? : I love WCU because of the amazing opportunities provided, such as, the Honors College, the numerous speakers, and the amazing facilities. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I chose to be a Chatty Cat because I want to be able to give back to Western. |
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Name: Peter Hometown: Catawba, NC Major: Secondary Science Education Why do you love WCU? : WCU is my second home. It is a great environment to study and grow up in. I have amazing friends, fantastic professors, and a great college experience. Transferring to WCU was the best decision I've made. GO CATS! Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : Every alumni has a story- a story from WCU. They have been funded by alumni and so have I. Their donations go a long way to fund our university, and being a part of helping fund Western for future generations will be a great experience. |
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Name: Rachel Hometown: Madison, NC Major: Psychology and Sociology Why do you love WCU? : I love being in the mountains and the family environment here at Western. It feels like home. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : Western has been so good to me and my family, so I want to give back as much as I can. |
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Name: Tanner Hometown: Kings Mountain, NC Major: Middle Grades Math and Science Why do you love WCU? : WCU offers a variety of experiences that all relate to something I am interested in. For example, the German program here. I also love the small-town friendly environment. Why did you choose to be a Chatty Cat? : I want to give back to Western Carolina because of how they've supported me. I also wanted to connect with alumni and tell them how much Western Carolina means to me. |