“Shelter” author discusses acclaimed debut novel April 18 in Kittredge Community Arts Center When a first-time novelist writes a really good book, it does not stay a secret for long. That’s what happened to Jung Yun. The New York Times, The Boston Globe and The Los Angeles Times were among the first to praise her debut novel – “Shelter.” It’s the […]

Cubans are open to stronger relations with the United States. That’s the message from a U.S. governor and a professor both back from recent, separate trips to the island nation. Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper returned to the U.S. Sunday. In an interview with The Denver Post, Hickenlooper said Cuban leaders were “eager” to work with President […]

Warren Wilson alumnus continues a campus tradition Last year, more than 88,000 acres of wildland burned in North Carolina. With the potential for property damage and an increased risk to life, many locals look to fire crews from the North Carolina Forest Service for help combating this ever growing threat. A former district ranger says continued protection comes […]

Warren Wilson hosts “Under Construction” reception Feb. 7 Stroll through almost any art gallery, and one thing is likely to be consistent – the art on display is complete. Paintings, sculptures and other works are not typically presented if the artist hasn’t finished them. Lara Nguyen, a professor at Warren Wilson College, is changing that expectation […]

Indonesian government asks native educators living abroad to create global higher ed links Siti Kusujiarti’s lessons in sociology, anthropology and gender education are often delivered through stories from life in her native Indonesia. A professor at Warren Wilson College since 2000, Kusujiarti’s work recently caught the eye of the Indonesian government. As an invited guest of the Ministry of Research, […]

Odgers named one of 25 winners for service by statewide coalition As Emily Odgers wraps up her career at Warren Wilson College, she is being recognized for her efforts to improve communities. Calling her work “outstanding,” the North Carolina Campus Compactpresented the senior sociology and anthropology major with one of 25 Community Impact Awards. The North Carolina Campus Compact […]