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Board of Trustees schedule quarterly meeting for Friday, Dec. 7

The board also will hold committee meetings and discussions beginning at 12:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6.  

Donna Winbon

Donna Winbon: We all have the power to make an impact on the next generation

In 1980, I graduated from Western Carolina University. I was an average student with a modest background and a deep appreciation for the faculty and staff who helped me get through four years of college. I knew even then that my time at WCU had prepared me for a good life, but I had no grand vision of becoming rich or famous.  

Vannoy and Entegra

Classroom spaces named in recognition of Entegra Bank, Vannoy Construction gifts

Classroom spaces in Forsyth and Belk buildings now bear the names of two Western Carolina University corporate partners in recognition of recent contributions from Entegra Bank and Vannoy Construction toward student scholarships and academic program support.  

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Students hone entrepreneurial skills at ‘Hatch This’ weekend

This event in downtown Asheville is described as “a mash-up of an accelerator, a hackathon, and a weekend-long party” for start-up businesses.  

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HR Consulting Initiative continues to have impact here, abroad

During the 2018 spring and fall semesters, more than 90 graduate students in the Human Resources Program provided pro bono human resources consultation services online.  

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Weekend of dance will include ‘Light Chasers,’ Bolshoi Ballet

The School of Stage and Screen's dance production is based on the band Cloud Cult’s 2010 concept album.  

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Philosophy professor Claire Katz to present Jerry Jackson Lecture

Texas A and M University faculty member will speak on “Children’s Concept of Friendship: Notes from Philosophy Summer Camp.'  

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Grants for WCU projects announced by Research Administration

A total of 14 grants were awarded for university projects during September and October.  

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Andrew Bobilya receives Wilderness Education Association's Outdoor Educator Award

The director of WCU's Parks and Recreation Management Program was recognized for his positive impact on outdoor education across the nation.  

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