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Macon County couple endows fund to diversify WCU Fine Art Museum collections

The Western Carolina University Fine Art Museum at the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center will be broadening the scope of artists represented in its holdings thanks to contributions from a Macon County couple.

Matt Henley appointed director of the Pride of the Mountains and Athletic Bands

Western Carolina University is excited to announce the appointment of Matt Henley as the next director of Athletic Bands and director of the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.

Phillips and Jordan Inc. pledges $1 million challenge gift toward WCU athletics facilities upgrades

Phillips and Jordan Inc., a national construction contractor with roots in the Western North Carolina town of Robbinsville and headquarters in Knoxville, Tennessee, has announced plans to build on its legacy of corporate support for Western Carolina University’s intercollegiate athletics program.

Legacy Pinning ceremony honors family connections to WCU

Nearly 90 new first-year and transfer students at Western Carolina University celebrated the powerful bonds of kinship, tradition and alma mater during an annual ceremony Saturday, Nov. 16, as members of their own families who previously attended WCU presented them with special pins signifying their unique connection to the institution.

WCU earns ‘most engaged’ student voting honor from ALL IN

Earlier this fall, Catamounts were encouraged to get to the polls, and two weeks after the election, Western Carolina University was recognized for it.

WCU mourns loss of former Board of Trustees, Foundation chair Jim Moore

The Western Carolina University community is mourning the loss of longtime friend, volunteer leader and donor Jim Moore, who died Monday, Nov. 18, at the age of 87 after a period of declining health.

English professor picked for NC Literary Hall of Fame

Ron Rash, the Parris Distinguished Professor in Appalachian Cultural Studies, has been named to the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame.

Global Black Studies program shines

The National Council for Black Studies, recognizes one academic program for outstanding achievement with the Sankore Institute Award. This year’s award recipient was WCU’s Global Black Studies program.

Psychology professor lauded for teaching excellence

Professor Alvin Malesky has received the 2024 Award for Excellence in Teaching from the University of North Carolina Board of Governors.

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