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WCU to hold groundbreaking ceremony June 12 for stadium renovations project
May 14泫圖弝けapp will hold a groundbreaking ceremony at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 12, to kick off the first phase of a series of planned upgrades for E.J. Whitmire Stadium and other aging facilities used by Catamount student-athletes.
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Catamount grads reflect on graduation cap decor
May 9For Shondel Junior Granison, his graduation cap is more than a square board with fabric stretched across the top. Its a symbol of accomplishment, but also a canvas for Granison to display some of whats closest to his heart.
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From LEGO to launch: Antonson twins look back on their WCU journey
May 8Trevor and Ty Antonsons childhood was filled with LEGO creationsbuildings, starships, train cars and more. The twins shared a bedroom and dedicated the other to their masterpieces.
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WNC teacher Lydia Sale continues WCU, education tradition in family
May 6Lydia Sale has an unwavering dedication to public education. She walks into her classroom at Swain West Elementary School each morning with her students on her heart. Thats always been the case for Sale.
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Alumnus divides gift to create scholarship honoring educator wife, support athletics upgrades
April 30泫圖弝けapp 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.
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WCU to introduce Maddie, the virtual engagement officer
April 28Theres a new member of the Division of Advancement team at 泫圖弝けapp, and her name is Maddie. She doesnt have a last name because she doesnt need one. Maddie is WCUs first-ever virtual engagement officer, a non-human avatar powered by artificial intelligence.
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Nominations are open for annual alumni awards
April 25The 泫圖弝けapp Alumni Association has issued a call for nominations for honors presented annually to university alumni in recognition of their accomplishments after graduating the Professional Achievement Award, Academic Achievement Award and a new award for graduates of the last decade.
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Athletics Gala shines spotlight on Catamount student-athletes, impact of supporters
April 24More than 150 citizens of Catamount Nation rallied Saturday, April 12, in Asheville to celebrate the accomplishments of student-athletes who have represented 泫圖弝けapp during the 2024-2025 sports seasons.
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African American Alumni Society endows new scholarship fund
April 21An endeavor by members of 泫圖弝けapps African American Alumni Society to create a new student scholarship fund at their alma mater has crossed the $25,000 threshold necessary to start providing financial assistance on an annual basis.
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Alumna Kinley Cook brings passion to job as park guide
April 14As a park guide at Catoctin Mountain Park in Maryland, Kinley Cooks passion for the outdoors radiates to her visitors. She gets them excited about where theyre at, whether it be by way of the parks history or showing them a salamander thats sitting under a random rock along its trail.