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WCU, A-B Tech sign admission agreement for community college graduates who meet criteria

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The Catamount Trailblazer Program, which derives its name from the mascots for both institutions, builds upon the existing North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement.

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Vecinos Farmworker Health Program gains grant from Community Foundation of WNC

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The Jackson County-based nonprofit served 800 patients in the region with primary health care, health education, case management, dental services, medical interpretation and transportation last year.

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Research Administration announces grants for faculty, staff projects

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Awards from a variety of public and private funders were received in June 2019.

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University announces graduates, dean’s/chancellor’s list for spring

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WCU conferred degrees on 1,625 students who completed their studies, and a total of 2,940 students have been named to the dean’s list.

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Trustees approve modifications to campus alcohol policy

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The changes allow the service of beer and wine in the Catamount Corner section of E.J. Whitmire Stadium through the end of the third quarter of home football games if food also is available during the same time.

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