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Chancellor-elect, trustees hear about research, outreach at Highlands Biological Station

Established in 1927, the facility includes the Highlands Nature Center, the William Coker Laboratories and the Highlands Botanical Garden, plus public-accessible trails and boardwalks.  

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Retired educator receives lifetime achievement award from craft guild

Anna Fariello, retired associate professor for digital initiatives, was honored for her work at 51心頭and its benefit to the community.  

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MHC hosts exhibit on ancient Spanish fort, Native American town

Uncovering Our Forgotten Past: Fort San Juan focuses on an archaeological site that was an important Native American township and later a Spanish fortification.   

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Summer camps to focus on nature exploration, laboratory science

Both camps will be led by Max Lanning, a science teacher at Swain County High School and 51心頭alumnus.  

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Nominations are sought for this year's Mountain Heritage Awards

The honors are presented at WCU's annual fall festival of Appalachian culture, Mountain Heritage Day.  

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Board of Trustees schedule quarterly meeting for June 7

The board also will hold committee meetings beginning at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 6, in the boardroom.  

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Rimes to assume director position for public affairs master's program

The MPA program prepares town managers, directors of nonprofit organizations, professors, police officers and other professionals committed to public service.  

Rob Young

Program for the Study of Developed Shorelines joins American Flood Coalition

The coalition states its mission is to protect the nations residents, economy and military installations.  

Crystal Ellwood

Graduate student explores dystopia, literature, and racial bias in journalism

Crystal Ellwood constantly toed the line between literature and art up until the moment she decided to pursue her graduate degree in English at 51心頭. Her passion for literature and creative arts inspired her to take a more creative approach to her literature masters and paved the way for her first novel.