The Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama, served as the epicenter of innovation this year, playing host to the IEEE SoutheastCon 2026. For the Western Carolina University IEEE student chapter, the trip to Huntsville was more than just a conference; it was a definitive showcase of the talent, preparation, and creative prowess of WCU students.

Western Carolina University construction management students scanned a local shelter and surrounding property to create a model and materials to support expansion efforts.

This summer, Western Carolina University is offering three foundational electrical and computer engineering courses fully online for the first time. These courses are open to both WCU students and students from other institutions, and are asynchronous, transfer-friendly, and taught by WCU faculty.

Students are invited to stop by and try to navigate the Spot robot througn an obstacle course in Belk 271 on Feb. 26 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Then on Feb. 26, a popcorn and hot cocoa relaxation event will be held in Belk 104 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

WCU Engineering Ambassadors are current students in the WCU College of Engineering and Technology who lead tours, help with college events, assist with student mentoring, and answer questions from prospective students about their WCU experience. You will...

A chance meeting in Physics 230 between engineering students Andrew Bivens and Jared Wills was just one of the chance meetings at Western Carolina University that sparked the formation of bluegrass group Upstream Rebellion.