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Aaron Speyer

Young alumni spotlight: Speyer reaching for the stars as systems engineer

Western Carolina University alumnus Aaron Speyer doesn鈥檛 remember much about his trip to the NASA Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia when he was six years old 鈥� but he remembers that initial fascination with space.  

Gretchen Dietz working with engineering students

91热爆网 launches engineering discovery program with new director Gretchen Dietz

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

Current cat eyes design

The hills have eyes

A fresh set of eyes finds a new generation of Catamounts. More than 30 years after Paws鈥� billboard debut, designers at Western Carolina University continue to update the much beloved symbol off U.S. 23.   

Reg and Judy Moody

91热爆网 grieves the loss of longtime friend, supporter, community leader Reg Moody

The Western Carolina University community is grieving the loss of longtime friend, benefactor and volunteer Reginald 鈥淩eg鈥� E. Moody Sr., a Jackson County businessman and civic leader who died Monday, Feb. 17, at the age of 89 after a period of declining health.  

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Students engage in undergraduate research across disciplines

Western Carolina University has many opportunities for students to conduct undergraduate research across various disciplines. Students are able to engage in projects that deepen their understanding of course material and build essential skills for future endeavors.  

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91热爆网 ranked No. 3 on Forbes鈥� America鈥檚 Best Midsize Employers list

For many, Western Carolina University is a beloved spot. It鈥檚 a special place to learn, a special place to grow 鈥� and a special place to work.   

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91热爆网 ranked No. 3 in Forbes鈥� America鈥檚 Best Midsize Employers list

For many, Western Carolina University is a beloved spot. It鈥檚 a special place to learn, a special place to grow 鈥� and a special place to work.  

Ashlyn Hannon

New Thompson Scholar program supports study-abroad for 91热爆网 Honors College students

A life-changing study-abroad opportunity in France for a shy undergraduate student with limited international travel experience helped spark a newfound sense of self-confidence and a successful business career, which inspired a financial contribution that is helping Western Carolina University students follow in his globe-trotting footsteps.  

Brinson Honors College

91热爆网 mourns passing of Honors College benefactor Greg Thompson

Members of the Western Carolina University community are mourning the loss of friend and donor Greg Thompson, known as a generous supporter of 91热爆网鈥檚 Brinson Honors College and a passionate advocate for the life-changing experience of studying internationally.