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Brinson Honors College launches new initiative through 1889 Impact Grant

The Brinson Honors College recently launched a new initiative designed to recognize current student leaders and build stronger connections with young alumni of the college through a project made possible by donors to the Fund for 91Èȱ¬Íø.  

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Step back in time for 91Èȱ¬Íø's Homecoming week

91Èȱ¬Íø will be hosting various Homecoming events leading up to the home football game on Saturday, Nov. 5, against Wofford.  

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Alumnus providing leadership gifts for scholarships, athletics

Steve Couch, a 1985 graduate with a degree in industrial technology, is having a major impact on the lives of current students and student-athletes.  

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Research classroom in Apodaca Building named in recognition of gifts from Jay, Susan Strum

Alums Jay and Susan Strum had a classroom named after them in the Apodaca Science Building.  

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New scholarship to support students with interest in exploration and travel

A recently established scholarship at 91Èȱ¬Íø is designed to celebrate the life of a late professor of business law by supporting students who share her passion for travel, teaching, research and helping others.  

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Steamrolling Into New Era

On Friday, October 21st, campus leaders, partners, and friends gathered to celebrate the near completion of the new steam plant at Western Carolina University.  

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Senior energy manager has deep roots at 91Èȱ¬Íø

Energy conservation and history preservation are deeply rooted in Reid Conway, senior energy manager at 91Èȱ¬Íø.  

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91Èȱ¬Íø steams through new era with $33 million plant

A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating 91Èȱ¬Íø's new steam plant will be held Friday, Oct. 21.  

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A STEP in the right direction, 91Èȱ¬Íø partners with Statesville High School for teaching mentorship program

91Èȱ¬Íø has partnered with Statesville High School to form a program called Students to Teachers Through Educator Pathways.