2026 PotM Intent Form

Western Carolina University
"Pride of the Mountains" Marching Band
2026 Intent Form
PLEASE READ BEFORE COMPLETING

The information you will provide for us below will indicate your marching status for FALL 2026.

For example, if you are a current WCU freshman completing this form in Spring 2026, you will fill out this form for your sophomore year at WCU (as such, you will select "Returning Veteran Member of PotM, as well as the "2nd Year" marching option.).
Basic Information
Western Carolina University StudentSouthwestern Community College Student
Returning Veteran Member of PotMNew Member of PotM
Years Marched in PotM*
What year are you going into? (As of Fall 2026)
Year at WCU or SCC*
What year are you going into? (As of Fall 2026)
Marching Band Instrument*
Secondary Instrument
First Name:*
Middle Name:
Last Name:*
Preferred First Name:*
Student ID - 920#*
If you do not have a 920#, please type PENDING or SOUTHWESTERN.
NEW STUDENTS: You can find your 920# on your MyWCU applicant page.
MaleFemaleMTF TransgenderFTM TransgenderNon-Binary
He/HimShe/HerThey/ThemOther
African AmericanHispanicNative AmericanAsianWhite/CaucasianOtherPrefer not to say
Contact Information
Personal Cell Phone Number*
WCU Catamount OR Southwestern Email Address*

Confirmation EmailPlease enter your @catamount.wcu.edu or @students.southwesterncc.edu email. If you do not have one, please enter your personal email address.
Personal Email Address*

Confirmation EmailPlease put your personal email, not parent/guardians.
Parent or Guardian E-mail

Confirmation Email
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Campus Address (if unknown, simply write "TBA")*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Emergency Contact Information

This is used in case of an emergency, where we need to contact someone close to you.
Name of Emergency Contact*

First NameLast Name
How is this person connected to you?*
Ex: parent, guardian, spouse, roommate, etc.
Emergency Contact Phone Number*
Additional Information
High School Attended*
High School State*
High School Graduation Year*
Intended Major(s)*
If undecided, type 'undeclared.'
College of Arts and SciencesCollege of BusinessCollege of Education and Allied ProfessionsCollege of Engineering and TechnologyDavid Orr Belcher College of Fine and Performing ArtsCollege of Health and Human SciencesUndeclared
What attracted you to WCU?*
(e.g. the marching band or nursing program, etc.)
Unisex T-Shirt Size*
Track Jacket Size*
Track Short Size*
Food Allergies or Specifications?
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, etc.
Percussion & Color Guard Information
Color Guard has three dates for auditions: April 25th - 26th & May 16th. There is also a rehearsal on Wednesday, June 10th, 2026.

Drumline, Front Ensemble, and Rhythm Section have two dates for auditions: May 16th & June 17th. Both are expected to be completed by all drumline, front ensemble, and rhythm section membership.
Wind Training Day & Wind Audition Information
Wind audition materials and information will be published on March 2nd. On that day, the link to submit Wind Player audition videos can be found on our website as well as our Facebook groups will be posted. The link will remain open until April 30th.

You are welcome to turn in your marching and playing audition videos any time between March 2nd & April 30th.

Wind player audition results are expected to be released on May 8th.

The results will be sent via email.

If you are a prospective new member of the "Pride of the Mountains" wind section, you are required to attend Wind Training Day, which will act as our New Wind Member Orientation. Wind Training Day is on Wednesday, June 10th. During this day, you will be taught our marching technique, warm-ups, and basic music requirements.
Instruments that are not available for check out for PotM:
- Flutes
- Clarinets
- Alto Saxophones
- Tenor Saxophones
We have very few Trombones, Piccolos, Baritone Saxophones, and Bass Clarinets. These instruments are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Band Camp Information & Acknowledgement
- Band Camp Dates:
  - August 3rd: Leadership Report
  - August 5th: New Members, Percussion, and Color Guard Report
  - August 7th: Veterans Report
  - August 9th: DCI Members Report
DCI Information
YesNo
If above is Yes, which corps?
Yes, I have signed a contract and will definitely be marching with this corps during the summer.No, I am awaiting a callback, response, etc. and will notify the Staff Coordinations as soon as I receive a contract.
DCI Clause: Those participating in Drum Corps must check-in to band camp on Sunday, August 9th. You must also email Matt Henley, Director of Athletic Bands, directly and let him know your travel plans and expected arrival time on Sunday.

Email: mhenley@email.wcu.edu
Please sign so we know you have read and understood the DCI Clause.

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Housing Information
Incoming New Members: When Band Camp arrives, you will be housed in the dorm that you will have for the entire school year. For any questions, please contact Residential Living at housingquestions@email.wcu.edu.
What will your housing accommodations be for the 2026/2027 School Year?*
What apartment complex/dorm/other accommodation will you be living in? If this is unknown at this time, please type TBD. *
Member Agreement & Costs
Membership Agreement: By submitting my commitment form, I understand that I am committing to be a member of the 2026 "Pride of the Mountains" Marching Band AND to be included in all trips. Additionally, I understand that my 2026 membership requires my participation for the entire season AND that I am responsible for all member and trip payments.

Band Membership Fee for 2026: To Be Announced (Will range from $225-$300 depending on caption)

Band Trip Fee for 2026: To Be Announced (Depends on trip costs and location)

(Note: We will not know this exact amount until early summer due to hotel costs, etc. We apologize that we can not give an exact amount at this time.)
By signing, I understand the move-in dates for band camp, and that I am expected to arrive on my respective move-in date, depending on my year/caption. I also understand my commitment to be apart of the band and the financial responsibility it includes. *

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Basic Information

Contact Information

Emergency Contact Information

Additional Information

Percussion & Color Guard Information

Wind Training Day & Wind Audition Information

Band Camp Information & Acknowledgement

DCI Information

Housing Information

Member Agreement & Costs