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From the Smokies to the Andes, WCU students visit Ecuador as part of tropical ecology and biogeography course

The ecological and biogeographical difference between the Great Smoky Mountains and the Andes Mountains are numerous, but there are few things they do have in common.  

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Plans underway for College of Business travel course to China in summer 2025

The fall semester may have just begun, but that hasn’t stopped two faculty members in the College of Business from turning some of their attention toward next summer when they will team-teach a travel course in China.  

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Students, faculty visit Technical University of Sofia through Erasmus+ grant

WCU faculty and students recently had the opportunity to visit Technical University of Sofia in Bulgaria through an Erasmus+ grant.  

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School of Nursing receives UNC System grant

WCU submitted a detailed proposal outlining the needs and plans for its nursing program, which resulted in the award of $2,474,700 to expand and enhance its Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.  

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Connecting the past with the present, WCU students help with mural installation in Waynesville

Bringing together WCU students, community members and a New York City artist, turned into a work of art that celebrates the past, present and future.  

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WCU’s Master of Accountancy Program going online beginning fall 2024

The Master of Accountancy Program, previously located at WCU's instructional site at Biltmore Park in Asheville, is moving to an online format beginning with the 2024 fall semester.  

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Students set up bug tents to learn more about the critters in Cullowhee

As part of a field entomology course at WCU, Luiz Lima Da Silveira, biology professor, and Sarah Parsons, professor of geosciences and natural resources, have teamed up to monitor insect populations on campus.  

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College of Engineering and Technology to offer new concentrations this fall

The College of Engineering and Technology will be offering several new and refreshed concentrations this fall as part of the college’s program expansion.  

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Undergrad finds fascination in mummies

As a forensic anthropology major, Alex Vacca is fascinated by mummies.   

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