Out of the Darkness at WCU

Out of the Darkness at WCU Out of the Darkness is a student-led group dedicated to su***de prevention and mental health awareness.

We strive to create a safe space, support those affected, and fundraise for AFSP through our campus walk and community outreach at WCU and beyond.

Good Morning and Happy Thursday Everyone! It is that time of year again when Out of the Darkness is prepping for our Cam...
02/05/2026

Good Morning and Happy Thursday Everyone! It is that time of year again when Out of the Darkness is prepping for our Campus walk. As preparation is in the works, we want to bring notice to what our walks are about and why we walk.

How Donations help AFSP prevent Su***de:

> $100 Brings “It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health” Education Programs to local High Schools

> $250 Recruits and Trains owls advocates on public policy priorities

> $500 Trains a new Survivor of Su***de Loss support group facilitator

> $1,000 Provides funds for youth su***de prevention outreach and programming

> $ 2,500 Hosts a Research Connection event to share how AFSP-funded research helps prevent su***de.

Knowing this, even the smallest donation can help to build numbers like this to slowly help individuals who are struggling. If you can’t walk, we are accepting donations, and we ask you to consider doing both if you are able.

“Grit your teeth and let it hurt. Don’t deny it, don’t be overwhelmed by it. It will not last forever.” - Harold Kushner
- Yes, it hurts. And it’s okay to feel that hurt. Let it wash over you, but don’t let it convince you it will last forever. Like all storms, this one will pass.

Hi Everyone! So, obviously, I have another announcement. For this week's meeting, we will convene outside of the UC Gran...
02/01/2026

Hi Everyone! So, obviously, I have another announcement. For this week's meeting, we will convene outside of the UC Grandroom by the couches.

The idea for this week's meeting is that after we discuss upcoming events, we will attend the "Craft & Caffinate" Event (6pm) together as a bonding opportunity. And if you are the type of person who wants to go to that event but has no one to go with, simply come to our meeting, and you will have a small community of new friends who will go with you!!

Now, if said event happens to get canceled due to weather, our meeting will be held in our normal location: UC Cardinal Room!

If this is at all confusing, feel free to reach out, and we can explain it better!!

“You are deserving of love and compassion, especially from yourself.”~ Unknown

Good Evening Everyone! I hope you are all staying safe and warm with our weather as of late. This is just a quick, ahead...
02/01/2026

Good Evening Everyone! I hope you are all staying safe and warm with our weather as of late. This is just a quick, ahead of time announcement that Out of The Darkness will be hosting a Candy Gram Sale!!!

How will this work, you ask? Well, we will have all our available options laid out for you to chose from, simply select what size bag you want, chose what you would like, and we will build the bag for you!!

Now, you can either take the bag and give it to your person yourself, or we can take down their Catamount email and/or phone number, shoot them a message, and they can come collect their Valentine!! If you choose to keep it a mystery, we shall not tell them who it is from. If you would like us to share your name, simply ask us to, and it shall be done.

If you would like to share a small candy you would love to see at our sale, do not be afraid to comment on it!! Happy February, everyone, and enjoy the snow!!

“In February, nature reminds us that even in the coldest moments, beauty can still flourish.” – Gabriela Alemán

WELCOME BACK EVERYONE! We hope your first day of classes are going smoothly
01/12/2026

WELCOME BACK EVERYONE! We hope your first day of classes are going smoothly

Happy December Everyone! Out of the Darkness is hosting a movie night with Home-base here on Campus! I know this is last...
12/01/2025

Happy December Everyone! Out of the Darkness is hosting a movie night with Home-base here on Campus! I know this is last minute but this will be Tuesday, December 2nd at 5pm at Homebase! If you're not sure where Home-base is, walk towards the library, than past the church and Home-base is right there! Fun Event! Bring Friends! And let loose before Finals Week!!

Good morning, everyone!! We hope your week is going amazingly so far. This is just an invite to our Helpful Harvest Frie...
11/18/2025

Good morning, everyone!! We hope your week is going amazingly so far. This is just an invite to our Helpful Harvest Friendsgiving this Thursday at 5 pm! There will be games, snacks, crafts, and music. Of course, you are welcome to bring anything that you are willing to share, and bring a friend as well!! We hope to see each of you there as we celebrate the much needed upcoming Thanksgiving break!!

Good Morning Everyone! We hope you are having a Magical Monday, even with this colder weather settling in! This is a rem...
11/10/2025

Good Morning Everyone! We hope you are having a Magical Monday, even with this colder weather settling in! This is a reminder that Out Of The Darkness will be tabling for World Kindness Day this Thursday, November 13th! In light of this we will be sharing campus resources, spreading a little catamount love, and waiting to talk to you! This will be from 10am to 4pm around the Catafount! Can’t wait to see you there! ( This will be in place of our weekly meeting!)

“No Act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted” ~Aesop

“Kindness is the language which the deaf can har and the blind can see” ~ Mark Twain

Hi Everyone! So instead of our weekly meeting this week, Out of The Darkness will be hosting a “Ask The Question” Su***d...
11/03/2025

Hi Everyone! So instead of our weekly meeting this week, Out of The Darkness will be hosting a “Ask The Question” Su***de Prevention Training. This is a 75 minute FREE training on how to approach su***de as a topic but also how to talk to someone about preventing it. It will be this Thursday, November 6th from 5pm to 6-630pm. Come check it out and Hey! Maybe walk away with Free Certification!!!

“Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start now and make a brand new ending.” ~ Carl Bard

Good Evening Everyone!! Apologies for the later announcement. Tomorrow at 5pm in the UC Cardinal Room we will me hosting...
10/29/2025

Good Evening Everyone!! Apologies for the later announcement. Tomorrow at 5pm in the UC Cardinal Room we will me hosting a spooky movie hour! You are all welcome and encouraged to come, if you would like you may bring little treats and shareables for everyone! There will be some snacks available! Can't wait to see you all Tomorrow!

Fun Fact: The first jack-o-lanterns were carved from turnips by the ancient Celts to ward off evil Spirts!

Happy Halloween Everyone!

Here for another important announcement! Out of the Darkness and Delta Zeta will be hosting a food drive Thursday, Octob...
10/07/2025

Here for another important announcement! Out of the Darkness and Delta Zeta will be hosting a food drive Thursday, October 23rd from 10am-4pm in the UC Dogwood Room! We encourage all of you to look around your Homes/Apartments/Dorms for packaged foods or other items that you aren’t eating, wearing, or using to Donate to this cause! All of the donations will be personally delivered to the Community Table in our very own town of Sylva, NC! Ideas of some much needed food items have been included but feel free to look up The Community Table and get some more ideas from their list! While our two organizations are heading this event, we are open to outside volunteers, whether you just want to do t, need volunteers hours, or are apart of the Honors College. The QR code on the flyer will lead you to a document to sign up for some hours! We hope that you will pass this around and come donate some goods for a good cause on the 23rd! Hope to see many of you there!

Good Evening Everyone! As Promised here is our post about the Pop-Up Picnic this Thursday, October 9th from 5pm-6pm outs...
10/07/2025

Good Evening Everyone! As Promised here is our post about the Pop-Up Picnic this Thursday, October 9th from 5pm-6pm outside the UC! As it says on the post, some blankets and snacks and snacks will be provided, however, you are encouraged to bring your own to share! It will still be our actual meeting just enjoying the time out doors! We can’t wait to see everyone! Have a great rest of your day!

“When the storm rages around you, close your eyes and remember brighter days because the storm never lasts forever. The sun finds its way to shine again.” ~Unknown

Hi Everyone! We just wanted to share our agenda for this month with all of you! Please keep a lookout for our Weekly mee...
10/07/2025

Hi Everyone! We just wanted to share our agenda for this month with all of you! Please keep a lookout for our Weekly meeting post which will be posted later today for more information on our Pop-Up Picnic! We hope to see you at all our events! Have a wonderful Tuesday Everyone!

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