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Levern Hamlin Allen

Black History Month Wrap-Up

During Black History Month 2019, WCU looked to our alumni to help tell the story of North Carolina’s first predominantly white institution to enroll an African-American student. We shared stories that inspire the university to continue its enduring commitment to inclusive excellence. In case you missed it, explore our recap...   

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Mexican-American relationship to be topic of talk by historian

The presentation by Jurgen Buchenau is titled “MexAmerica: Reconsidering Mexican-American Relations.”  

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Highlands residents pledge $2 million for Honors College, undergraduate research

A total of 135 students to date have received support from Jack and Judy Brinson's annual gifts, a number that will increase dramatically over the years.  

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English faculty Claxton, Railsback contribute essays for book about Ron Rash's work

“Summoning the Dead: Essays on Ron Rash” includes the work of 17 writers who contrast, reflect on and analyze his poems, short stories and novels.  

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Traditional music series to feature Berea College Bluegrass Ensemble

The group’s performance and the open jam session that follows will be held at the headquarters for Homebase College Ministry.   

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Sunday Cinema Series continues with ‘The Sleeping Beauty’ ballet

The fairy tale will be presented March 10 at 3 p.m. in the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center.  

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'Finding Funding’ workshop scheduled for researchers seeking grants

The interactive session will be held Wednesday, March 6, at 3:30 p.m. in Room 186 in Hunter Library.  

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Saxophone Alliance bringing regional conference to campus

The event will close with a free, open-to-the public concert Saturday, March 9, in the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center.  

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'Welcome to the Anthropocene' is topic for Global Spotlight Series

Speakers will discuss this age of human-dominated influences on climate and the environment from a variety of perspectives.   

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