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NCWU Receives $200,000 State Appropriation for Campus Facility Improvements

ÐßÐßÊÓƵ (NCWU) has received a $200,000 state appropriation, secured through the efforts of Representative Allen Chesser, to support critical capital improvements across campus. The funding will be used for much-needed roofing repairs to two of the University’s most utilized facilities: The Dunn Center and the Taylor Recreation Center (TRC). The investment will […]

NCWU Alumnus Will Plyler Releases New Album

ÐßÐßÊÓƵ alumnus Will Plyler (’21) is taking listeners on a journey where faith and science fiction collide with the release of his newest album, Psalms of the Spheres, available July 17. A 2021 graduate of NCWU’s Music Production program, Plyler now serves full-time as the Worship Arts Minister at The Church at […]

NCWU Expands Global Reach Through New Philippines Partnership

ÐßÐßÊÓƵ (NCWU) has strengthened its commitment to global education through a newly established international partnership with Benguet State University (BSU) in the Philippines. The two institutions recently formalized their collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will foster academic cooperation, research, cultural exchange, and international learning opportunities. The agreement establishes […]

NCWU Announces New Board Members and Reappointment

ÐßÐßÊÓƵ (NCWU) is pleased to announce the appointment of five new members to its Board of Trustees, along with the reappointment of a current member, following a vote held during the Board meeting on Friday, May 29, 2026. The newly elected board members include: Mr. Chuck Braswell Dr. LaWanda V. Peace (returning) […]

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tue21jul9:00 amtue3:30 pmWesWay Day 2 - Orientation for Fall 2026Day 2- Traditional & Commuter Students

sun26jul(jul 26)8:00 amfri31(jul 31)12:00 pmShelton Challenge Leadership Camp 2026

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tue04aug9:00 amtue3:30 pmWesWay Day 3 - Orientation for Fall 2026Day 3- Traditional & Commuter Students

fri14aug(aug 14)8:00 amtue18(aug 18)8:00 pmWesWay Weekend- Fall 2026Traditional & Commuter Students

mon17aug11:00 ammon2:00 pmRock The Mount EventWelcoming the Class of 2030!

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fri18sep7:30 pmTELL ME LIES - Fleetwood Mac Experience 2026Live @ The Dunn Center

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