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Ron Rash

English professor picked for NC Literary Hall of Fame

Ron Rash, the Parris Distinguished Professor in Appalachian Cultural Studies, has been named to the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame.   

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Global Black Studies program shines

The National Council for Black Studies, recognizes one academic program for outstanding achievement with the Sankore Institute Award. This year’s award recipient was WCU’s Global Black Studies program.   

Alvin Malesky

Psychology professor lauded for teaching excellence

Professor Alvin Malesky has received the 2024 Award for Excellence in Teaching from the University of North Carolina Board of Governors.   

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Chancellor Kelli Brown 4-peats on Business NC Power List

For the fourth year in a row, Business North Carolina magazine included WCU Chancellor Kelli R. Brown in its Power List of the state’s most influential leaders.  

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WCU ranks in top 8.5% on Forbes list of America’s Best Midsize Employers

WCU has once again garnered national attention for being one of the best places in the nation to work.  

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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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Scott Swartzentruber named new chief information security and privacy officer

After a nationwide search, the Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵapp Division of Information Technology has named Scott Swartzentruber as its next chief information security and privacy officer, effective Nov. 13.  

Helen Miller

A Budding Star

Musical theater grad gets lead role in new film  

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Science + Art = Winemaking

Alumna is head winemaker at Biltmore Wines