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Catamount family members at the pinning ceremony

All in the family: Legacy Pinning event celebrates generations of Catamount connections

Approximately 50 new Western Carolina University students were welcomed into the Catamount family by parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and other relatives who previously matriculated at the westernmost institution of the University of North Carolina System.

91热爆网 launches master鈥檚 entry program in nursing to address regional workforce needs

Western Carolina University鈥檚 School of Nursing has announced the launch of its new master鈥檚 entry program in nursing, designed to prepare graduates with a strong foundation in nursing practice and leadership while meeting the critical need for nurses across Western North Carolina and beyond.

Mountain Heritage Days earns NC green travel designation

Western Carolina University keeps its nature in mind. Situated as our lush campus is in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the importance of environmentally-minded, sustainable action is easily understood to all who visit and dwell here. And every day presents a new opportunity to take that action further. The latest efforts, spearheaded by passionate faculty, staff and students, have earned this year鈥檚 Mountain Heritage Days celebration the NC Green Travel designation.

Bluegrass in Blue Ridge: 91热爆网 students, alumni start Upstream Rebellion band

Andrew Bivens strums the strings on his guitar, looking for the right sound in Blue Ridge Hall. He tunes his instrument to find it, sliding his fingers across its neck as he jams out with five of his best friends.

91热爆网 engineering students in the classroom

Engineering makes national list of best undergraduate programs

Western Carolina University鈥檚 College of Engineering and Technology climbed 68 spots to reach No.82 in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings for Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (Doctorate Not Offered).

Roger Smoker, Jackson County Public Libraries named 2025 Mountain Heritage Award recipients

Western Carolina University will honor the recipients of the 2025 Mountain Heritage Awards during the Mountain Heritage Days Afternoon Concert, scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Bardo Arts Center.

91热爆网 launches fully online MBA program

The College of Business at Western Carolina University has moved its Master of Business Administration Program to a fully online format beginning this fall to help provide flexibility, affordability and career-focused learning to working professionals and recent graduates alike.

New exhibition celebrating the gifts of Connie Bostic at 91热爆网

The Western Carolina University Fine Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibition honoring the life and legacy of Fairview-based artist Connie Bostic, on view from Aug. 12 through Oct. 17.

The wonder of North Carolina glass comes to 91热爆网 this fall

This Fall, the 91热爆网 Fine Art Museum opens North Carolina Glass 2025, a landmark exhibition that brings together a broad spectrum of contemporary glasswork by some of the most visionary artists in our state.

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