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Fall semester bringing in new, returning students for another record enrollment

WCU is expected to have its largest-ever total head count for the eighth time in nine years, with gains in transfer, distance and continuing students.  

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Engineering students produce biodegradable ornaments for Staff Senate fundraiser

In keeping with this year's campus theme, the design features a replica of the Alumni Tower made from a corn-based plastic.  

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Chancellor announces change in leadership for Advancement Division

Lori A. Lewis stepped down as the university's vice chancellor for advancement, effective Monday, Aug. 12.  

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Research Administration announces grants for faculty, staff projects

Awards from a variety of public and private funders were received in July 2019.  

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WCU listed among nation's 'best public college values' by Kiplinger

The university is ranked 62nd among public higher education institutions across the nation in terms of value for in-state students.   

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Archaeological field school on campus reveals artifacts from ancient Cherokee presence

Findings will be presented to the Cherokee community in September at the 2019 Cherokee Archaeology Symposium.  

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National Geographic explorer Mike Libecki coming to campus for presentation, panel discussion

An event on Aug. 22 kicks off a “Wilderness as Wellness” programming series that will offer outings across the mountains throughout the fall semester.  

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Brother, sister duo of Mountain Faith Band added to festival lineup

Summer and Bray McMahan have been added as performers for WCU's Mountain Heritage Day festival, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 28.  

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'Welcome Tour' being scheduled to introduce Chancellor Kelli Brown

The tour kicked off July 15 in Greensboro at First National Bank Field, home of the Greensboro Grasshoppers, with a crowd of approximately 450 alumni and friends.  

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