by Kaitlin Ritchie | Feb 17, 2025 | Staff Engagement Committee
Staff Senate has launched an ‘Exploring the WNC Mountains’ series to celebrate the 2024-2025 Campus Theme: WNC Mountain Life. This series aims to honor the vibrancy, resilience, and spirit of the Western North Carolina mountains, along with its people, wildlife, and...
by Catherine MacCallum | Feb 5, 2025 | University Information
There’s some exciting news to share about a new opportunity for summer childcare geared to support both Faculty and Staff. Our very own Campus Recreation Center is offering a summer camp, Lil’ Cats Camp. Lil’ Cats Camp works to provide a camp that...
by Melissa Day | Jan 31, 2025 | Resources & Development Committee
Insights from WCU’s Pathways to Progress Panel Series: Navigating Change Change is a constant in higher education, shaping the way we work, connect, and grow. To support university staff in navigating these shifts, the Resources & Development Committee of WCU’s...
by Melissa Day | Jan 14, 2025 | Resources & Development Committee
How long have you been working at WCU/Human Resources? I have been with WCU for 37 years. I began work at WCU in 1987. I worked in several different areas of campus and in 2006 I was fortunate enough to become part of the Human Resources office. I began working in...
by Kaitlin Ritchie | Jan 7, 2025 | Staff Engagement Committee
Staff Senate is launching an ‘Exploring the WNC Mountains’ series to celebrate the 2024-2025 Campus Theme: WNC Mountain Life. This series also aims to honor the vibrancy, resilience, and spirit of the WNC mountains, people, wildlife, and local businesses,...
by Melissa Day | Dec 18, 2024 | Resources & Development Committee
How long have you been working at WCU/Human Resources: I have been working in Human Resources at WCU for 4.5 years. Why did you choose Human Resources as a career: I enjoy problem solving, a variety of work, and the opportunity to constantly learn something new....
by Kaitlin Ritchie | Dec 2, 2024 | Staff Engagement Committee
by Emily Giarette | Sep 16, 2024 | Scholarship Committee
In life, much like in hiking, every step taken on the path is a testament to perseverance and the pursuit of personal goals. This year’s ornament, designed by a student from the College of Engineering and Technology, depicts a tread of a hiking boot that reminds us of...
by Kaitlin Ritchie | Aug 30, 2024 | Resources & Development Committee
Professional Development Funds Still Available! Apply Today! Unlock Your Potential: Apply for the 24-25 Staff Senate Professional Development Fund Starting September 3rd! At Western Carolina University, we believe that our staff members are one of the pillars of our...
by Kaitlin Ritchie | Aug 14, 2024 | UNC Staff Assembly
The WCU Staff Senate is pleased to announce that the Janet B. Royster (JBR) Memorial Staff Scholarship Fund application is open August 15 through September 30. This scholarship promotes staff development funding for permanent, full-time, non-faculty employees of the...
by Catherine MacCallum | Aug 1, 2024 | Governance Committee
In higher education, July and August usually brings a lot of changes to the University. July brings a new fiscal year and August brings a new academic year. For Staff Senate, it brings new leadership and initiatives. This years Staff Senate is led by Melissa Day,...
by Melissa Day | Jun 21, 2024 | Scholarship Committee
The Staff Senate Scholarship Committee is very excited to present an 18-month WCU Then and Now Calendar. This calendar will take you back in time through then and now photos of our beautiful Cullowhee campus. This calendar runs July 2024 through December 2025, and...
by Dana Boyer | May 28, 2024 | Scholarship Committee
Staff Senate partnered with the UClub this past spring to raise money for our Scholarship Fund that supports current and future Catamounts through scholarship awards. The event was held on Saturday, April 20th at the UClub House. We are thankful to our UClub partners...
by Dana Boyer | May 20, 2024 | Resources & Development Committee
How long have you been working at WCU/Human Resources? Matt originally joined WCU in as graduate assistant in the Fall of 2002. He has held various positions in Human Resources that let led to his current position on the Leadership Team in HR. He has been with...
by Melissa Day | May 14, 2024 | Governance Committee
Staff Senate recently held elections for new Staff Senators to come on board starting July, 2024. With 41 extremely qualified candidates, nearly 350 staff members who voted and only 13 vacant positions, the competition was steep. Thank you to everyone who ran for...
by Dana Boyer | Apr 29, 2024 | Resources & Development Committee
How long have you been working at WCU/Human Resources? I have been at WCU for over 5 years in total, all in Human Resources. I originally started working at WCU in 2017. After a brief period not at WCU in 2020, I was very excited to return again later that year. Why...
by Dana Boyer | Apr 4, 2024 | University Information
Campus Recreation and Wellness is now accepting campers for Lil’ Cats Summer Camp! We have also reduced the price! This camp will serve dependents (8-12 years old) of WCU Faculty/Staff and Students. Join us as we go rafting, hiking, canoeing, and more all summer...
by Dana Boyer | Apr 4, 2024 | Scholarship Committee
…we get your feedback! The 2024 UNC System Engagement Survey is a great opportunity to share your thoughts, triumphs and concerns to effect change on our campus. The feedback gathered assists us in making improvements where needed, shape the work of the staff and...
by Dana Boyer | Mar 21, 2024 | Resources & Development Committee
How long have you been working at WCU/Human Resources? I have been working in Human Resources at WCU for 8 years. Why did you choose Human Resources as a career? There is nothing like helping other people, so Human Resources was the perfect career for me. What is your...
by Dana Boyer | Mar 13, 2024 | Scholarship Committee
The Staff Senate and UClub are BACK TOGETHER and excited to announce a special event that brings together the spirit of community, fundraising, and a night of fun including – contests, an online auction, live auction, Karaoke, and more! Mark your calendars for...
