Events
Shetland Society and 1889 Club Day Celebration | September
The annual Shetland Society Day and 1889 Club Celebration features expressions of gratitude, distribution of “thank you” gifts, complimentary snacks and refreshments, and a ceremonial stroll by Chancellor Kelli R. Brown and a pair of Shetland ponies. The event also prpvides opportunities for faculty, staff and students to make donations to programs that benefit all areas of campus. Faculty and staff who contribute to WCU through their philanthropy in addition to through their day-to-day responsibilities comprise the Shetland Society, while current students who donate a minimum of $18.89 to the Fund for WCU are among members of the 1889 Club.
The WCU Foundation's Scholars Showcase and Reception | October
A fresh format for a cherished tradition that brings together our generous donors and our incredible student scholarship and programmatic recipients they support. During the showcase, attendees will have the chance to listen to inspiring stories from current students, recent graduates, esteemed WCU alumni, dear friends, and dedicated donors. We hope that by the end of the evening, attendees will leave with newfound inspiration and a profound appreciation for the unwavering support of the Catamount family towards its students. The reception offers a unique opportunity to connect with each other and the wonderful experiential learning opportunities that abound on WCU's campus.
The WCU Foundation's Planting Day Luncheon | June
The event, now in its fourth year, is designed to thank those donors who comprise the Madison Legacy Society and the Cullowhee Society and honor their record of major financial contributions to the university. Established in 2020, the Madison Legacy Society recognizes donors who have made planned gifts to the university or the WCU Foundation, while the Cullowhee Society acknowledges cumulative giving of gifts totaling $100,000 or more. Both groups recognize lifetime giving to WCU and the critical impact of private philanthropy in helping many students achieve their goals of earning a university degree.
