This award was named in his honor because of his significant contributions to WCU, his leadership in academia, and his commitment to excellence. The winner of the Suggs Award, which is generally given during the spring semester, will receive a certificate and cash award, and his or her name will be placed on a perpetual plaque in the Office for Student Affairs. All students are invited to participate. The recognized organizations are Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, Delta Sigma Theta sorority, Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, and Zeta Phi Beta sorority. The club is designed to provide learning experiences.
Membership is open to all students, and the club strives to encourage a diverse membership.
It's an opportunity for students, especially those of nontraditional age, to connect with others, enjoy social activities, deal with issues of common concern, and share information, resources, and experiences. ALSO is a great support network for those who find themselves coping with academic responsibilities in addition to commitments such as work, family, and community involvement. Native American Student Association -The purpose of this organization is to provide opportunities for Native American students, faculty, and others of similar interests to associate, to exchange ideas, and to promote, cooperatively, interest in the Native American culture and the academic pursuits of Native Americans. Western's BE.S.T. also participates in campus-wide recruitment efforts via the office of Admissions. The group has performed at churches and high schools in Florida, Tennessee, South and North Carolina.