Ask Dr. Per Cap: Family matters

  Dear Dr. Per Cap: My cousin has a habit of not paying back loans, but just asked to borrow more money.  How can I help without getting burned? Signed, Twice Burned   Dear Twice Burned I’ve learned over the years that money lent to friends and family has a bad...

WCU names Charles Thomas as dean of Hunter Library 

   CULLOWHEE – The Western Carolina University Board of Trustees has appointed Charles F. Thomas as dean of Hunter Library. Thomas will start in his new position effective July 1. “Mr. Thomas’ experience in academic libraries, at a premier funding agency and at a...

Ask Dr. Per Cap: Commitment device

  Dear Dr. Per Cap: How can I convince my dad he needs to save for retirement?  He just spends and spends while saying “live in the now”. Signed, Worried About Daddy   Dear Worried, You’re an awesome daughter to show concern for your dad’s financial future.  The...