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Jimmy Ramsey Alumnus of the Month

Jimmy Ramsey Alumnus of the Month

Meet our Alumni of the Month: Jimmy Ramsey! He graduated from WCU in 1973 with a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting.  

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Countdown to Cullowhee: 8 Days

Break out your purple and gold and get ready to cheer on the Catamounts! Another exciting year of athletics is upon us. From homecoming and tailgating, to events for every sport, you’ll never run out of chances to cheer on our student-athletes. Get to know the fight song…you’re going to need it!  

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National Geographic explorer Mike Libecki coming to campus for presentation, panel discussion

An event on Aug. 22 kicks off a “Wilderness as Wellness” programming series that will offer outings across the mountains throughout the fall semester.  

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Brother, sister duo of Mountain Faith Band added to festival lineup

Summer and Bray McMahan have been added as performers for WCU's Mountain Heritage Day festival, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 28.  

Student fishing in the Tuckaseegee river

Countdown to Cullowhee: 9 Days

Whether you want to catch a fish in the Tuckasegee River, bike a mountain trail, or set up camp under the night sky, outdoor adventure isn’t hard to find. Basecamp Cullowhee makes it easy to get any equipment you need or join in on a group excursion. With so much to choose from, all you’re going to have to do is decide what’s next.  

Students driving on the parkway

Countdown to Cullowhee: 10 Days

The Blue Ridge Parkway weaves its way through our beautiful mountains, connecting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park all the way to Virginia. Entrances close to campus mean adventure is never too far away. The parkway’s 469 miles promise breathtaking views, hiking, camping, waterfalls, and so much more. If you ever feel like you need a moment to reflect, take a break, or just explore, the parkway is your go-to.  

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'Welcome Tour' being scheduled to introduce Chancellor Kelli Brown

The tour kicked off July 15 in Greensboro at First National Bank Field, home of the Greensboro Grasshoppers, with a crowd of approximately 450 alumni and friends.  

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University community celebrates Staff Senate surpassing $100K for scholarship fund

The elected representatives of WCU's staff have set a goal of raising $20,000 annually and reaching the $200,000 mark within five years.  

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‘WCU Night’ slated for Aug. 15 at Asheville Tourists baseball game

All faculty, staff, students, alumni and fans are asked to show school pride by wearing plenty of purple and WCU gear.  

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