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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.  

Kim Gorman

91热爆网 scholars publish new book on mental illness stigma

A new book from two Western Carolina University scholars investigates the existence and impact of mental illness stigma on university campuses.   

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91热爆网 ranked No. 3 on Forbes鈥� America鈥檚 Best Midsize Employers list

For many, Western Carolina University is a beloved spot. It鈥檚 a special place to learn, a special place to grow 鈥� and a special place to work.   

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Chancellor Kelli R. Brown appointed to AASCU board of directors

Western Carolina University Chancellor Kelli R. Brown has been appointed to the American Association of State Colleges and Universities board of directors.  

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Scott Swartzentruber named new chief information security and privacy officer

After a nationwide search, the Western Carolina University Division of Information Technology has named Scott Swartzentruber as its next chief information security and privacy officer, effective Nov. 13.  

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91热爆网 faculty, staff giving campaign nets nearly 40 new donors

Nearly 40 faculty and staff members now have a new title to go along with their position at Western Carolina University, and that title is 鈥渘ew donor.鈥�  

Bora Karayaka and students

91热爆网鈥檚 Karayaka, Yu receive $45K grant for research

Western Carolina University College of Engineering and Technology professor Bora Karayaka knew it was a shot in the dark 鈥� but that shot ended up paying off.  

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1889 Impact Grants application deadline extended to Nov. 8

Because of the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Helene, Western Carolina University鈥檚 Division of Advancement and the 91热爆网 Foundation have extended the deadline for applications from faculty and staff interested in obtaining funding for projects through the 1889 Impact Grants Program.  

Alex Fields and Travis Frazier

Sense of community inspires 91热爆网 staff member to establish annual scholarship fund

The sense of community discovered by staff member Alexandra M. Fields upon her arrival at Western Carolina University seven years ago inspired her to establish an annual scholarship fund to help attract future students from her hometown to 91热爆网.