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Western Carolinian Volume 72 Number 10

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  • Features schweikart@wcu.edu, or log on to www.wcu.edu/ips. Inside the Pride 2Y, AMAaNnGa [AalNOT staff write You hear them practice, you see them at every home foot- ball game and you watch them as they take the field for the half-time show. This is the Pride of the Mountains Marching Band. According to the Pride of the Mountains marching band web site, the band held 310 members in 2007. Although he band was large each student worked hard in order to get he first show on the field. Spending a week before school started outside in the hot working hard to get the show ready for the first foot ball game. Each student plays a ma- jor role in the band as well as keeping things up to date and ready to hit the field. Another fact is before every Saturday game each student would be on the field that morning re- hearsing the show that was put out later that night. Not only joes the band perform once at half time but also after the game to show the fans the show at every angle. The head of the organization is director of athletic bands, Bob Buckner. After graduating from WCU in 1967, Buckner went on to lirect the high school band at Syiva-Webster High School, or better known as Smoky Mountain High, from 1969-1979. Buckner was appointed Director of Bands at East Tennes- see State University in 1988, remaining there until 1991. In uly 1991 Buckner accepted the position as the Director of Athletic Bands at WCU and has been in that position for 17 years. Among many achievements his most recent achievement is he 2007 Music Education Advocate Award. Each year the North Carolina Music Educators Association selects an out- standing person who has proved to have an appreciation for music and the arts in North Carolina. During his time at WCU Buckner has successfully lead he Pride of the Mountains marching band, but he couldnt io it alone. With a leadership program students have been able to develop leadership skills within the marching band. -Lnecessities| [There is a whole world out there and If you want to get hich are plane ticket, books and materials, health insur ance and in-country personal expenses. Taking out a stu ient loan is another option. In addition, there are potential grants waiting for you at the school of your desired destina ion. Of course you will have to manage your money, but it is completely feasible and affordable if this sounds like an experience you want to be a part of. If you want to learn more about studying abroad contact Advisor John Schweikart at: involved in it, Western has the resources you need to get start ed. Cullowhee extends further than our country and that is an advantage for students to interact with the global communit irst hand. Before you pack up your bags, be sure you have put substantial thought into your decision. Culture shock and acute unfamiliarity are part of the journey, but that is half the excitement. If you are up for the adventure and a chance to Zrow as a person, this might be just what you are looking fo spice up your life and your education. According to Buckner, the band contains section leaders who instruct and tutor members in their specified section. Some leaders are specifically available to help band members with marching techniques, to manage uniforms, or to manage equipment. if a band member is not a part of the leadership program they still have a place within the band. Members of the band are involved in recruitment, summer camp, leadership camp, con- acting police and other groups that may assist the band with performances. The biggest event of the marching band, according to Buckner, is the Tournament of Champions in which that akes place over fall break. The companion is hosted by the Pride of the Mountains marching band for many high school bands to come and compete for the title of the tournament. Each student in the marching band plays a role to get the show on the road. All of the students take care of everything during the band contest, Buckner said. They work so hard. he marching band also provides a community for Western students. According to Buckner 95% of band students contin- ue their education from the Fall semester to Spring semester; here as, the general population continues at only 72%. When you have a community of people, Buckner said, Youre more inclined to stay. Buckner attributes the bands success to the leadership pro- grams the band offers, the diversity of each musician and the ommunity the band provides for its members. 17 years since oming to Western Buckner looks back on his career with satisfaction. He has advised to those working to achieve thei goals. At this point in my life I love knowing Ive had a positive af- ect on people, Buckner said. Just find something your pas- sionate about and work hard to achieve it! newsmagazine \9 |
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The Western Carolinian is Western Carolina University’s student-run newspaper. The paper was published as the Cullowhee Yodel from 1924 to 1931 before changing its name to The Western Carolin...

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