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Kim Gorman

ĢƵscholars publish new book on mental illness stigma

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

David Joy

RASC 2025: David Joy and campus research presentations

ĢƵ double alumnus and best-selling author David Joy will give the keynote address at the annual Research and Scholarship Conference at ĢƵon Wednesday, March 19 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Ramsey Regional Activity Center.   

Wardell and Diane

Gift from alumnus establishes new scholarship fund to support ĢƵsocial work students

A first-generation college student who earned his bachelor's degree at ĢƵ before embarking upon a 46-year career including several posts on Capitol Hill has created a new endowed scholarship fund to support social work students at his alma mater.  

Alex Gary

Alex Gary to resign after nearly five years as Athletics Director at WCU

ĢƵ announced today that Alex Gary, Catamount Athletics director since May 2020, has resigned from his position.   

Mountain sunset

Restoring through research: ĢƵprofessors assist law enforcement and National Weather Service

In the days after Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, first responders and volunteers rushed to help their neighbors. Checking in on loved ones, restoring electricity to homes and businesses, and conducting search and rescue missions already looked like a daunting uphill battle.  

Wanda Herren works with high school students on computers at SMHS

Retired Jackson County educator endows scholarship for ĢƵmath education students

Public school students in Western North Carolina’s eighth educational district who plan to major in mathematics education at ĢƵ soon will be eligible for scholarship assistance thanks to a financial commitment from longtime math educator Wanda Stephens Herren of Cullowhee.  

Gretchen Dietz working with engineering students

ĢƵlaunches engineering discovery program with new director Gretchen Dietz

Upbeat music plays as students walk into an introductory engineering class with ĢƵ faculty member Gretchen Dietz, who smiles as she checks in with students: “How’s everyone doing? Any fun facts to share? Today, we are 3D CAD modeling. Does anyone already know how? Let’s use this knowledge to help your classmates and learn from each other!”  

Mekeila Santiago

Student spotlight: ĢƵsenior Mekeila Santiago stays involved through time on campus

Mekeila Santiago remembers her mom hounding her to get involved before she even stepped foot inside a classroom at ĢƵ.  

Kennedy and Hardin with potable energy model

Electrical engineering students create a portable energy model for Duke Energy

Ben Griffith and Hardin Kennedy, two seniors majoring in electrical engineering at ĢƵ, have created a portable educational model for Duke Energy.