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Since 1919

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TRiO Offers Science and Math Sessions During Summer

John Lee April 30, 2013

Upward Bound Math-Science is part of a group of programs called TRiO funded by the Department of Education. Included in the program is a segment to occur at West Texas A&M University. The purpose...

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International students march in the parade of flags. Photo by John Lee.

Flag parade exposes unique cultures at WT

John Lee April 16, 2013

The International Student Office of WTAMU hosted a flag parade and an International Expo that drew  students from all across campus. The International Student Office opened up their International...

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Local News Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

International Expo becomes week long

John Lee April 2, 2013

A WTAMU International Expo will be making the rounds at WT starting on Monday, April 8 through Friday, April 12. For several years the International Expo has been held in the JBK and hosted by...

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Sports Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Lady Buffs Win One, But Lose Series at Angelo State 2-1

John Lee March 31, 2013

The #1 ranked West Texas A&M Lady Buffs fell to San Angelo Belles 2-1 in a three game series in San Angelo, Tex. on Thursday and Friday. The Lady Buffs fall to 27-4 overall but 9-3 in conference...

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Tim Tebow inspires audience

John Lee March 26, 2013

Tim Tebow spoke to a crowd at Trinity Fellowship Church in Amarillo on Friday, March 22, for “The Go Long Experience” fundraiser, which was held by Faith City Ministries. Tim Tebow is well known...

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WTAMU’s grad rate may affect recruitment

John Lee March 19, 2013

The graduation rate for students at WTAMU is 42.1 percent, according to the College Scorecard released by the College Affordability and Transparency Center. According to the Center, the graduation...

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Sports Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Lady Buffs undefeated for second weekend

John Lee March 5, 2013

The WTAMU Lady Buffs softball team swept two teams over the weekend to advance to 14-1. They defeated University of Texas-Permian Basin in two contests on Saturday, March 2, 6-4 and 10-2, and St. Edwards...

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Police block off entrances to campus on 4th stree during the evacuation. Photo by Kati Watson.

Evacuation Aftermath: The University Reacts to Drill

John Lee February 27, 2013

On Monday, Feb. 11, students received notification of a mandatory evacuation that would cancel many afternoon classes. The drill not only caused confusion, but also created a mixed reaction among students...

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Students comment on the enrollment spike

John Lee February 19, 2013

Enrollment at WTAMU has continued to grow in the last two years as the campus continues to expand, adding more dormitories and more classrooms. In 2010, the enrollment for the fall semester was 7,843 students....

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Lady Buffs end weekend 5-1

John Lee February 19, 2013

The Lady Buffs Softball team won five out of their six games this weekend and finished with a 10-1 record in Tucson, Ariz. The Lady Buffs went to Tucson this weekend hoping to add to their winning...

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Some students may start to feel like their degrees arent worth the trouble of going to school. Photo by John Lee.

Hardship falls on post-grads

John Lee February 13, 2013

While most college students think it is hard to put themselves through college, some find out it doesn’t get any easier after college. Jordan Weissmann of The Atlantic said that more than half...

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Sports Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

WTAMU signs new players for season

John Lee February 12, 2013

The WTAMU Buffs signed 37 players on National Signing Day, Wednesday, Feb. 6. They signed 27 players on offense and signed 10 on defense. The Buffs will be losing 30 seniors going into next season,...

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