Western Carolina University

Overview

Western Carolina University (WCU) is a public regional university located in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Founded in 1889, it has evolved from a teacher training institution into a comprehensive university offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. WCU emphasizes hands-on learning and regional economic development, providing programs in liberal arts, sciences, education, business, health sciences, and more.

The university honors Appalachian and Cherokee cultures through dedicated centers and digital collections. WCU serves a diverse student body, including many from North Carolina and beyond, and actively engages with the regional community through cultural preservation and educational outreach. Its campus features modern facilities, including the Hinds University Center and Hunter Library, to support its growing population of students.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 828-227-7211
• Website: wcu.edu
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/school/western-carolina-university

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Higher education
• Service learning
• Graduate & professional courses
• Online courses
• Health & human sciences
• Public university
• Comprehensive education
• Academic excellence
• Affordability
• Access
• Experiential learning
• Community engagement
• Diverse programs
• Undergraduate majors
• Graduate programs
• Nursing
• Engineering
• Business administration
• Outdoor activities
• Regional development
• Student support
• Innovative teaching
• Practical education
• Collaborative research
• Vibrant student life
• Specialized programs
• Advanced manufacturing
• Engineering and technology
• Healthcare
• Education
• Humanities
• Arts
• Partnerships
• Economic development
• Student demographics
• Community service
• Mentorship
• Student involvement
• Cultural offerings
• Transformative experiences
• Supportive environment
• Career readiness
• Student engagement
• Environmental studies
• Rural education
• NC Promise
• Student life
• Campus amenities
• Academic services
• Health services
• Tutoring
• Workshops
• Peer mentoring
• Student reviews
• Campus life
• Academic programs
• College admission
• Tuition assistance
• Scholarships
• Online learning
• Undergraduate degrees
• Campus resources
• Sports
• Athletics
• Faculty support
• Arts and culture
• Bardo Arts Center
• Jarrett Center
• Student organizations
• Career services
• Financial aid
• Diversity and inclusion
• Student success
• Academic support
• International education
• North Carolina Promise
• Regional impact
• Alumni relations
• Networking opportunities
• Student resources
• Advising
• Academic calendar
• Digital learning
• Campus events
• Continuing education
• Professional development
• Research opportunities
• Community classes
• Child care programs
• Environmental stewardship
• Academic success programs
• Leadership development
• Cultural events
• Arts programming
• Theatre
• Music
• Dance
• Interdisciplinary studies
• Government
• Services
• Education management
• Health care
• Health, wellness & fitness
• Hospital & health care
• Mentoring
• E-learning
• Internet
• Information technology & services
• Computer software

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• Apache
• Atlassian Cloud
• Canvas by Instructure
• Cedexis Radar
• CrazyEgg
• DoubleClick Floodlight
• Facebook Custom Audiences
• Facebook Login (Connect)
• Facebook Widget
• Google Analytics
• Google Font API
• Google Maps
• Google Plus
• Google Tag Manager
• Google translate API
• Google translate widget
• Gravity Forms
• Linkedin Marketing Solutions
• Microsoft Office 365
• Mobile Friendly
• Multilingual
• Outlook
• Remote
• Simpli.fi
• The Trade Desk
• Twitter Advertising
• Typekit
• Vimeo
• WordPress.org
• YouTube
• comScore

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches