University News
WNC native Parker named business dean
Darrell Franklin Parker, dean in the Johnson College of Business and Economics at the University of South Carolina Upstate, has been named dean of WCU’s College of Business.
University announces appointment of interim deans
Western Carolina University will welcome three new interim deans, effective July 1.
Board of Trustees to meet on campus June 8
The WCU Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting Friday, June 8, in the board room of H.F. Robinson Administration Building.
Scholarship provides free graduate education class
Western North Carolina school teachers interested in pursuing their master’s degrees can take their first graduate-level class in education free of charge this fall through the Invest in Teachers Scholarship Program.
WCU hosting 500 Teaching Fellows on state tour
Some 500 Teaching Fellows will visit the WCU campus Thursday and Friday, May 17-18, as part of an annual tour of North Carolina.
Aqua fitness class to be offered June 12-Aug. 2
WCU’s Office of Continuing Education will offer an aqua fitness class beginning Tuesday, June 12, and continuing through Thursday, Aug. 2.
Catamounts closing out regular season versus ASU
WCU’s baseball team is closing out its regular season with a three-game series against the Mountaineers of Appalachian State at Hennon Stadium.
Pharmacy technician program to begin in June
WCU’s Office of Continuing Education will offer a pharmacy technician certificate program beginning Tuesday, June 12, and continuing through Tuesday, July 31.
DNA sequencing services to improve
The acquisition of two state-of-the-art pieces of DNA sequencing instruments positions WCU’s Forensic Science Program to establish a sequencing core facility on campus.
Stained glass course to be offered May 10-June 7
WCU’s Office of Continuing Education will offer a six-week course in the Tiffany method of creating stained glass beginning May 10 and continuing through June 7.
WCU’s Carter wins poetry prize
Catherine Carter, associate professor of English at Western Carolina University, has earned second place in the 2012 Williams Matthews Poetry Prize from the editors of the Asheville Poetry Review.
Commencements held for undergrads
The university held two Saturday ceremonies to salute undergraduates, while also taking time out to present an honorary doctorate to retired judge Lacy Thornburg. PHOTO GALLERY
Graduate students honored at ceremony
Faculty member Lisa Briggs delivered the primary address as commencement was held to recognize the academic accomplishments of graduate students. PHOTO GALLERY
Dorondo book focuses on history of German cavalry
David R. Dorondo, associate professor in WCU's Department of History, is author of the newly published book “Riders of the Apocalypse: German Cavalry and Modern Warfare, 1870-1945.”
Student picked for internship at research center
A WCU student will be rubbing elbows with medical researchers at the Cannon Research Center in Charlotte this summer as she takes part in a 10-week internship.
University presents 2011-12 faculty, staff awards
Western Carolina University recently presented its annual top faculty and staff awards for teaching, research and service.
Professor wins fellowship in Berlin
James T. Costa will go to the Berlin Institute for Advanced Study to research Charles Darwin’s original experiments and determine how they can be used to enhance education.
Faculty member receives literary honor
Leah Hampton, associate director of WCU’s Writing and Learning Commons, is the winner of the 2012 Doris Betts Fiction Prize competition for her story “The Saint.”
WCU professor wins biodiversity educator award
James T. Costa, Western Carolina University professor and director of Highlands Biological Station, is recipient of the 2012 Outstanding Biodiversity Educator of the Year award bestowed by Discover Life in America.
Theater camp for children to be held July 16-20
Young people with an interest in the stage will have a chance to explore the world of theater during a July 16-20 camp hosted by the College of Fine and Performing Arts.
UP Program honorees celebrate accomplishments
The first cohort of four University Participant Program students at Western Carolina University celebrated successfully completing requirements to earn an UP Certificate of Accomplishment from Educational Outreach on Friday, April 27, with a graduation ceremony and cookout in which they learned about disc golf.
Student honored with Styles award
WCU’s Recreational Therapy Program has reinstated an award that honors Karen Styles, a much-loved and often-remembered alumna and victim of a high-profile violent crime.
Registration under way for Buckner golf tournament
The event will raise money for a newly created fund in honor of the recently retired longtime director of WCU's Pride of the Mountains Marching Band.
Oral history collection now online
Released by WCU’s Hunter Library, the radio program “Stories of Mountain Folk” features interviews focusing on the traditions, events and life stories of the region.
Projects reveal ancient Cherokee life
Anthropology students are experiencing hands-on learning in Clay County through archaeological digs and work on an outdoor museum exhibit that portrays a Cherokee village.
Student named PR association president
Communication major Lauren Gray was elected to the position recently at the PRSSA National Assembly in Charlotte.
Byrd profiles studio glass pioneer
"Harvey K. Littleton: A Life in Glass" by art professor Joan Falconer Byrd marks 50 years for the glass movement.
Kids’ camp to focus on mountain culture
WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center, Department of Art and Hunter Library are joining forces to offer the Good Old Time Summer Camp for children ages 9 through 13.
Five faculty members vying for Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching Award
Jeanne Dulworth, Rebecca Lasher, Don Livingston, Alvin Malesky and Wes Stone are finalists for the highest teaching honor bestowed by the university.
WCU Guitar Ensemble to perform April 27
The WCU Guitar Ensemble will present its final concert of the spring semester Friday, April 27, in the recital hall of the Coulter Building.
Symphony Band, Wind Ensemble to perform Tuesday
The WCU Symphony Band and Wind Ensemble will present their last concert of the 2011-12 season Tuesday, April 24.
WCU listed as ‘College of Distinction’
WCU has been recognized as a “College of Distinction” by an online guide that puts the spotlight on the “hidden gems” of higher education.
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