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Ask the Professor: Dr. Michelle Bartlett

Ask the Professor: Dr. Michelle Bartlett

Jo Early, Editor-in-Chief February 12, 2024

Dr. Michelle Bartlett is an associate professor of sports and exercise science in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences at West Texas A&M University. She teaches undergraduate courses in sport...

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Student Organization Spotlight: Spectrum WT

Student Organization Spotlight: Spectrum WT

JoLina Lopez, Social Media Engagement Coordinator, Associate Editor-in-Chief February 6, 2024

  Spectrum WT is a student organization for West Test A&M University’s LGBTQIA+ students and allies. The organization serves as a support group and community for LGBTQIA+ students at...

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Ask the Professor: Dr. Jim Rogers

Ask the Professor: Dr. Jim Rogers

Jo Early, Editor-in-Chief February 5, 2024

Dr. Jim Rogers is a professor of environmental science in the Department of Life, Earth, and Environmental Sciences at the Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences. Dr. Rogers teaches classes...

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Ask the Professor: Dr. Li Chen, associate professor of media communication

Ask the Professor: Dr. Li Chen, associate professor of media communication

Jo Early, Editor-in-Chief January 29, 2024

Dr. Li Chen is an associate professor of media communication in the Department of Communication at the Sybil B. Harrington College of Fine Arts and Humanities. She teaches courses in media communication...

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Lost faces, found voices: Forgotten Frontera aims to preserve unwritten Latinx histories

JoLina Lopez, Social Media Engagement Coordinator, Associate Editor-in-Chief November 28, 2023

In Hispanic culture, remembrance holds significance as it connects individuals with their rich history, traditions and values. But what happens when all that is left is photos, and no one to tell their...

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Students involved in Greek life at WT learn leadership and teamwork

Filiberto Avila, Contributor November 21, 2023

West Texas A&M University is home to many Greek organizations. Greek organizations, commonly known as fraternities and sororities, are social groups at colleges known for their structured recruitment,...

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Ask the Professor: Dr. Joanna Kimbell, clinical assistant professor of business law and management

Ask the Professor: Dr. Joanna Kimbell, clinical assistant professor of business law and management

Jo Early, Editor-in-Chief November 13, 2023

Dr. Joanna P. Kimbell is a clinical assistant professor of business law and management at the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business. She teaches courses in conflict resolution and negotiation, business...

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World flags located in the Jack B. Kelley Student Center on the West Texas A&M University campus on October 10, 2023. Filiberto Avila/The Prairie News

WT study abroad programs impact students college experience

Filiberto Avila, Contributor November 11, 2023

Faculty-led study abroad programs at West Texas A&M University offer students a chance to expand their academic horizons, engage with diverse cultures and foster personal development. These programs...

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The Herdsmen organization builds campus spirit with live mascot

Lindsey Sawin November 10, 2023

Hearts racing, hooves thundering and fans screaming. That is what the West Texas A&M University Herdsmen experience every time they run Thunder down the tunnel at a home football game. But it's more...

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Academics applying AI

Madilyn Findley November 9, 2023

Professors across the West Texas A&M Campus are navigating the impact that generative artificial intelligence (AI) has on academic integrity and ethical use in integrity and ethical use in higher education. According...

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WT students take initiative to make a difference around campus

JoLina Lopez, Social Media Engagement Coordinator, Associate Editor-in-Chief November 8, 2023

All around West Texas A&M University’s campus, students are taking the initiative to make a positive impact within the campus community. From the College of Education and Social Sciences to the College...

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Ask the Professor: Dr. Audrey Meador, assistant professor of mathematics

Ask the Professor: Dr. Audrey Meador, assistant professor of mathematics

Jo Early, Editor-in-Chief November 6, 2023

Dr. Audrey Meador is an assistant professor of mathematics in the College of Engineering. Dr. Meador teaches mathematics content courses to pre-service teachers and professional development courses for...

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