Campus Activities

We know life on campus goes far beyond the classroom and Campus Activities is here to help enrich your campus life. Discover a variety of extracurricular activities like on-campus concerts and movies, arts and cultural events and trips to regional plays, exhibits, music and more, all of which are offered to students at low or no cost.

Located in the center of campus, the A.K Hinds University Center is a part of the heart of campus. The UC is a place for you to study and hang out with friends, attend movies and events, and uncover new activities.

Annual Campus Events and Traditions

Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic we know the Fall 2020 semester will look different. By necessity, our events and activities will shift and change as conditions demand. 

Below you'll find just a few examples of the types of activities and events we hold on campus...

Week of Welcome & Student Appreciation Week

Welcome back to Cullowhee! We kick off the fall with our annual Week of Welcome celebration of students returning to campus. All week long you'll have the opportunity to meet student organizations from across campus, make new friends, enjoy concerts, laugh with comedians, and enjoy lots of free stuff. This year we're celebrating students twice, for Fall 2020's Student Appreciation Week.

    

Valley Ballyhoo

It's campus coming back to life. At Valley Ballyhoo, you'll see every corner of student life at WCU.
Meet clubs, Greek Student Organizations and a wide array of businesses and organizations in Jackson County. They're all here to make your college experience better.

     

On-Campus Concerts

Throughout the year we bring a variety of styles of music to campus.
Whether it's a large event on the plaza for homecoming or an open mic night at Illusions, there are lots of opportunities to experience live music on campus.

   

Dance Marathon

Ignite the spark! 
Miracle at WCU is a 12-hour event where Catamounts pledge to dance for 12 hours to raise awareness and financial support for the miracle families of Greenville Health System Children’s Hospital. 

  

Homecoming

Catamounts return home to celebrate what WCU means to them during homecoming.
We kick things off with our homecoming carnival then celebrate all things Catamount with a parade and floats decorated to the nines in downtown Sylva.
You won't want to miss cheering "go cats" at the football game and crowning of the homecoming king and queen. 

   

Student Organizations

Life as a Catamount is full of opportunities to be involved and make a difference.
With over 170 recognized student organizations including academic interest, sports, social, and spiritual interest groups, you're sure to quickly find your place here.
Connect Through Engage

  

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