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Western Carolina University

Mission

Address

Cullowhee, NC 28723

Website

http://www.wcu.edu

Admissions E-mail

admiss@email.wcu.edu

School Mission

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A campus of the University of North Carolina system, Western provides outstanding learning and service opportunities to prepare students for future careers and to support economic development in the region and state. New areas of study include electrical engineering, forensic anthropology, motion picture and television production, athletic training, and entrepreneurship. Western continues it strong tradition of excellence in teacher preparation, nursing and business administration. Students say they chose Western because of its beautiful mountain campus, friendly atmosphere, close interaction with faculty, and focus on applying classroom knowledge through research projects and practical experiences in the public and private sectors.

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