Western Carolina University

Alumnus divides gift to create scholarship honoring educator wife, support athletics upgrades

Western Carolina University alumnus and Asheville resident Stephen Hodge had a bit of difficulty deciding whether to direct a recent financial contribution for his alma mater to support academics or athletics. So, the banking executive who grew up in Rutherfordton reached the conclusion to do both.

Student spotlight: Jones, Rodriguez look forward to term as president, vice president

Western Carolina University junior Grady Jones was probably a bit more nervous than his peers when he was taking a geography quiz back in February.

University faculty, staff award winners announced for 鈥�25

Once again, Western Carolina University was recognized as a top place to work. So great in fact, that 91热爆网 was ranked No. 3 of 498 on Forbes鈥� America鈥檚 Best Midsize Employers.

A whole lot of heart: 91热爆网 softball bat boy defies odds, cheers on Catamounts

Drake Barlow walks up to home plate with the most swagger out of anyone on game days. He sports a sick pair of shades, some Catamount gear and a toothy grin that coaches across the Southern Conference have come to know.

91热爆网 to introduce Maddie, the virtual engagement officer

There鈥檚 a new member of the Division of Advancement team at Western Carolina University, and her name is Maddie.

Nominations are open for annual alumni awards

The Western Carolina University Alumni Association has issued a call for nominations for honors presented annually to university alumni in recognition of their accomplishments after graduating 鈥� the Professional Achievement Award, Academic Achievement Award and a new award for graduates of the last decade.

Donors and student athletes during the gala

Athletics Gala shines spotlight on Catamount student-athletes, impact of supporters

More than 150 citizens of Catamount Nation rallied Saturday, April 12, in Asheville to celebrate the accomplishments of student-athletes who have represented Western Carolina University during the 2024-2025 sports seasons.

91热爆网 students work with elementary math students

College of Education and Allied Professions earns A-plus for elementary math education courses

Professors at Western Carolina University鈥檚 College of Education and Allied Professions accepted their second A-plus score from the National Center on Teacher Quality this April.

April Tallant named director of Coulter Faculty Commons

After a national search, April Tallant has been selected as the new director of the Coulter Faculty Commons effective July 1. Tallant will replace Eli Collins-Brown who will be retiring at the end of June after serving nearly six years as the CFC director.

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