by | Mar 11, 2024 | University Information
Making Dreams Come True! The Financial Aid Office provides students with the highest quality service while helping students remove financial barriers to higher education at Western Carolina University. Our staff is committed to administering federal, state, and...
by | Feb 29, 2024 | Resources & Development Committee
WCU Staff Senate is starting a series titled “Meet a Human Resources Representative.” This series allows faculty/staff across campus to meet our Human Resources staff and learn a few things about them. The next Human Resources Staff representative we will showcase is...
by | Feb 15, 2024 | Staff Engagement Committee
The February Question of the Month asks what you love about WCU in conjunction with I Love WCU Month. Please fill out the survey to let us know how you would like for us to serve our campus community. We value your input! The results we receive are shared with the...
by | Feb 14, 2024 | Scholarship Committee
Pre-order your exclusive ‘80s style U Club/Staff Senate Fundraising Bash T-shirts with this link! These shirts will help promote our U Club/Staff Senate “Back to the ‘80s” Fundraising Bash on Saturday, April 20th, 2024. At checkout, you will also have the option to...
by | Feb 7, 2024 | University Information
Are you aware of all of the incredible resources available to you in Hunter Library? Please be sure to take a few minutes to review the information below. Staff Senate would like to offer a “thank you” shoutout to Josh Rakower, Undergraduate Experience Librarian, for...
by | Feb 6, 2024 | University Information
Facilities Management We are committed to creating a positive and lasting impression on every corner of campus, both inside and out. We have over 200 employees that cover the 698 acres of campus, which includes 91 buildings covering over 3.2 million...
by | Jan 16, 2024 | Resources & Development Committee
Christopher (Chris) Dahlquist How long have you been working at WCU/Human Resources: I am a returning employee with 23 years of state service, 15 years total with WCU. Why did you choose Human Resources as a career: I came into HR through my experience in training...
by | Jan 12, 2024 | University Information
Two events around diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belongingness will be held this spring. These are open events with the intention of sharing ideas, making connections, and discussing areas of interest or passions in research, community service, and action around...
by | Jan 12, 2024 | Scholarship Committee
The Staff Senate and UClub are excited to announce a special event that brings together the spirit of community, fundraising, and a night of fun! Mark your calendars for April 20, 2024! And to add to the fun, join us for a percentage night fundraiser at Innovation...
by | Jan 12, 2024 | Scholarship Committee
The February 1 deadline to apply for the Staff Senate Scholarship fund is quickly approaching! The Staff Senate Scholarship supports currently enrolled or accepted, incoming students, who are children and relatives of SHRA and EHRA non-faculty employees. The...
by | Jan 11, 2024 | Staff Engagement Committee
The January Question of the Month asks what issues would you like to see Staff Senate tackle during the spring semester. Please fill out the survey to let us know how you would like for us to serve our campus community. We value your input! The results we receive are...
by | Jan 4, 2024 | University Information
The Department of Residential Living strives to serve the communities of Western Carolina University by providing clean, safe, and healthy living environments that enhance and support the educational objectives and goals of the University. We manage and maintain the...
by | Nov 30, 2023 | Staff Senate Information
The Western Carolina Journalist has published a great article about the WCU Staff Senate’s fundraising efforts. Check out the full article at the following link:...
by | Nov 29, 2023 | Scholarship Committee
Only a few holiday ornaments remain! Get yours here before they are gone! Less than 20 remain! The umbrella is a tool which shelters us from rain. It can also be seen as a symbol of the WCU community, representing compassion and unity. The WCU campus theme for the...
by Melissa Day | Nov 28, 2023 | Resources & Development Committee
WCU Staff Senate is starting a series titled “Meet a Human Resources Representative.” This series allows faculty/staff across campus to meet our Human Resources staff and learn a few things about them. The next Human Resources Staff represented we will...
by | Nov 8, 2023 | University Information
Did you know that by showing your Cat Card at local eateries you may get a discount? Get your Cat Card ready! (For personal use only. Not university business.) Dairy Queen 200 East Main Street, Sylva, NC 28779 Discount: 25% on Monday, 10% Tuesday – Sunday...
by | Nov 1, 2023 | Staff Engagement Committee
🍂 “Gobble up the fun with our Thanksgiving Feast Survey! It’s time to settle the age-old debate of turkey vs. ham, pumpkin pie vs. pecan pie, and more. Share your holiday preferences, and traditions with us. Let’s dig into the delicious details of...
by Melissa Day | Oct 20, 2023 | Resources & Development Committee
Do you or someone you know have a concern? Will you help us get the word out about how to share concerns? This single link or QR code will take you to a site that will allow members of the University community to submit concerns related to behavior, a student’s...
by Melissa Day | Oct 19, 2023 | University Information
Did you know that as a WCU employee, you have access to discounts in the surrounding area? This blog post will tell you about the various gym membership discounts that are right at your finger tips. Are you ready to get that heart rate up? Have you been sitting too...
by Melissa Day | Oct 18, 2023 | Scholarship Committee
Back by popular demand! The 2023-2024 Staff Senate Cookbook is available for pre-order! Pre-orders will be open from September 30 – November 1. The cost of the cookbook is $15 (tax included). All proceeds benefit the Staff Senate Scholarship fund, which supports...
