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WTAMU COVID-19 restrictions to be lifted June 1, 2021
The Texas A&M system has decided to begin the process of normalization. (Photo courtesy of WTAMU)
WT begins return to normal over summer
Photo of a mahogany judges' gavel
BLM victory: Derek Chauvin found guilty of killing George Floyd
Money Management Bootcamp for the Buffs
Money Management Bootcamp
Joe Bob McCartt had strong ties to the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business.
New scholarship honors Amarillo businessman
Diné Filmmaker to Speak for CSAW, WT’s Distinguished Lecture Series 
WT Jazz Bands to Give Outdoor Concert April 15
WT Distinguished Lecture Series to Examine Rise of Modern Conservatism Through Literary Lens
WT Distinguished Lecture Series to Examine Rise of Modern Conservatism Through Literary Lens
Historic Gift Will Fund Baptist Community Services Nursing Education Floor for WT
Historic Gift Will Fund Baptist Community Services Nursing Education Floor for WT
Susan Allen Retires as WT Assistant VP; Melissa White Named As Successor
Dealing with burnout in college
The Fun Run will take place on campus.
Buffs encouraged to ‘Stress Less’ with Fun Run
On Friday, April 2, 2021, Martha’s Home held its quarterly birthday event at the Amarillo Cinergy location.
The best birthday gift; Martha’s Home quarterly celebration
El Tropico has opened a new location in Canyon, Texas.
El Tropico’s new casa in Canyon
New students can now expect to spend less time living on campus. From wtamu.com
WT makes changes to their housing and meal plan requirements
The Multicultural Center's lounge has multiple chairs, a TV and a bar with a whiteboard for artwork or mathematical equations, Thursday, Dec. 4, 2019.
Multicultural Center brings diversity closer to the students
A decorative wall for photo shoots, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019.
Vietnamese culture night promotes international appreciation
Spanish film festival shows Devil's Backbone
Spanish film festival shows Devil’s Backbone
Photo courtesy of the WTAMU Theatre Department The cast of this year's production of Our Town, a small portion of the talent found in WTAMU's Fine Arts Department, featuring two of the students accepted into IPAI.
Fine arts students aim for international opportunity
The fair was advertised in more than one manner, Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019
Study abroad fair showcases opportunities for students
West Texas A&M played Texas A&M International on Tuesday March 2 at 1:00 p.m.
The Dust Devils kick where it counts
West Texas A&M proudly sports Buff merch in support of the Lady Buffalo's first home volleyball game of the semester.
West Texas A&M’s Lady Buffs Ace their first home game
As weird as it may sound, I am thankful for the inconveniences the year brought me. Each one taught me something new, sparked new passions, inspired me to help others, helped me grow, and even put into perspective how important the small things in life are. Rather than getting stuck on everything that went wrong in 2020, I'm choosing to not let my pain go to waste.
A season of thanks
Girls Night In took place Wednesday evening, September 16. (Left to right) Tomi Moralez, Laiken McClure, and Kelsey Leseman prepare as they anticipate the start of this event.
Girls Night In
The Lady Buffs continued to fight until the last buzzer. WT won their final games, 80-46. The team took their place on the court to celebrate with the School's national anthem. They closed their season off with 26 wins and 5 losses.
The Herd’s last stampede
The WTAMU track and field team know the true meaning of team spirit.
The West Texas A&M University track and field team practice true team spirit.
Football in Spring cant get any better then that.
Saturday night lights in April
WTAMU rodeo team is looking to compete in the College National Finals Rodeo.
WTAMU rodeo team says ‘howdy’ to the season
Buffs compete at home for the Jo Meaker Classic & Multi
A love-image created by dancers' shoes and colored ribbons
WTAMU new spirit initiative causes stir among affected teams
A Journey comes to an end.
Op/Ed: Graduation: A long journey comes to an end
Op/Ed: “Respect”
Op/Ed: Graduation: Victory in the fourth quarter
Op/Ed: Graduation: Victory in the fourth quarter
Prince Philip died on the 9th of April, 2021.
Op-Ed: You don’t have to care about the monarchy
A drone-view of the WT football field.
WTAMU athletics’ impressive spring performance
Jeffrey Williams depicted in his graduation announcements.
Op/Ed: Two years in a flash, or how I somehow earned a minor
Students live in a society where they are told more is better. With this kind of thinking, it's easy to become overwhelmed.
OP/ED: Negative effects of a heavy workload
A map of the universities and agencies that are a part of the Texas A&M system.
University traditions: the big ‘whoop’ and 11 others
While many social groups have become more diverse and open, there still seems to be some negative views connected to the church.
Op/Ed: Religion on campus
Creator of Photo: jplenio
Op/Ed: Six Years, but nothing Wasted
F1rstgen at WT: My personal experience as a first generation college student
F1rstgen at WT: My personal experience as a first generation college student
Photo display of the missing victims of the ferry attack
Three years since the Sewol-ho Ferry
Mick Jenkins
Mick Jenkins
Stuff You Should Hear Because...
Stuff You Should Hear Because…
The Rey Theory
The Rey Theory
Frenemies uploads new episodes every Tuesday.
Frenemies: the podcast changing culture norms
A screenshot of Gaven Ludington presenting during his senior lecture recital.
Informing while performing
The Medley Cast sing the untitled opening number.
WT’s Theater Program stream [title of show]
Photo of the Nike Air Max 97 sneakers, which the Satan shoes are modeled after.
‘Satan Shoes’ slapped with an injunction on sales
“The Unholy” receives distasteful reviews in a time when the film industry is struggling.
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Dealing with burnout in college
Jonah Dietz, Senior Reporter • April 23, 2021

College burnout--the concept has permeated the popular and comedic culture of the past few generations, has squarely positioned...

Buffs encouraged to ‘Stress Less’ with Fun Run
Alyssa Gonzales, Editor-in-Chief • April 19, 2021

As the spring semester comes to an end, there is no doubt that both students and staff have acquired a significant amount of stress...

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BLM victory: Derek Chauvin found guilty of killing George Floyd
Jennifer Tuttor, Senior Reporter • April 23, 2021

Americans and the world have been on a long cheer following the jury’s decision...

Money Management Bootcamp for the Buffs
Money Management Bootcamp
Ceasar Escalante, Senior Reporter • April 15, 2021

The third annual Advanced Money Management Bootcamp has been underway and will...

Joe Bob McCartt had strong ties to the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business.
New scholarship honors Amarillo businessman
Alyssa Gonzales, Editor-in-Chief • April 12, 2021

A scholarship has recently been established through the Paul and Virginia Engler...

Sports
The WTAMU track and field team know the true meaning of team spirit.
The West Texas A&M University track and field team practice true team spirit.
Johnny Lawhon, Contributor • April 23, 2021

No matter the circumstances, the track and field team at West Texas A&M University always choose to persevere, and support each...

Football in Spring cant get any better then that.
Saturday night lights in April
Ceasar Escalante, Senior Reporter • April 22, 2021

On Saturday April 17, 2021, the West Texas A&M University Buffaloes hosted their spring football game with maroon vs white at...

WTAMU rodeo team is looking to compete in the College National Finals Rodeo.
WTAMU rodeo team says 'howdy' to the season
Emily Merrill, Senior Reporter • April 13, 2021

The West Texas A&M University rodeo team puts the steps back into the arena this season and is looking to not only be competitive,...

Buffs compete at home for the Jo Meaker Classic & Multi
Marcus Rogers, Junior Reporter • April 6, 2021

On a cool Easter weekend, the West Texas A&M University men’s and women’s track and field teams competed in the Jo...

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Entertainment
Frenemies uploads new episodes every Tuesday.
Frenemies: the podcast changing culture norms
Emily Merrill, Senior Reporter • April 20, 2021

Internet personalities Trisha Paytas and Ethan Klein started their YouTube podcast, “Frenemies”, on Sep. 15, 2020, and it has been a growing sensation since. Each episode has received at least one million views since the beginning of the podcast. The two came together by strange circumstances....

A screenshot of Gaven Ludington presenting during his senior lecture recital.
Informing while performing
Jackie Valdovinos, Reporter • April 19, 2021

On Saturday, April 10, 2021, Gaven Ludington presented his senior lecture recital in the Harrington Fine Arts Complex Hallway....

The Medley Cast sing the untitled opening number.
WT's Theater Program stream [title of show]
Jonah Dietz, Senior Reporter • April 14, 2021

West Texas A&M University’s Theater program streamed four student performances of “[title of show],” a meta musical...

Photo of the Nike Air Max 97 sneakers, which the Satan shoes are modeled after.
‘Satan Shoes’ slapped with an injunction on sales
Jennifer Tuttor, Senior Reporter • April 9, 2021

  The internet has been going wild, following proceedings between MSCHF Product Studios and Nike, over shoes made in collaboration...

"The Unholy" recieves harsh reviews.
“The Unholy” receives distasteful reviews in a time when the film industry is struggling.
Johnny Lawhon, Contributor • April 5, 2021

With the theater debut of the horror film “The Unholy,” critics hold nothing back when it comes to their negative thoughts...

Opinion
Prince Philip died on the 9th of April, 2021.
Op-Ed: You don't have to care about the monarchy
Jonah Dietz, Senior Reporter • April 25, 2021

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, born Prince of Greece and Denmark, died on April 9, 2021 at the age of 99 and is now buried. He was the longest serving royal consort in the history...

A drone-view of the WT football field.
WTAMU athletics' impressive spring performance
Jennifer Tuttor, Senior Reporter • April 16, 2021

The Buffs and Lady Buffs have altogether put on a stellar performance so far in this spring season. The Buffs have the baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, golf, soccer...

Around 45 million Americans are struggling with student loan debt.
Op-Ed: Joe Biden should cancel student loan debt
Jonah Dietz, Senior Reporter • April 8, 2021

The day Joe Biden was inaugurated as President of the United States, he signed an executive order that...

There are many ways in which people stay motived.
Op/Ed: All aboard the motivation station
Alyssa Gonzales, Editor-in-Chief • April 5, 2021

Motivation. When looking it up, it can be defined as, “the general desire or willingness of someone...

Covid-19 vaccine being offered at West Texas A&M University
Op/Ed: The Buffs are getting Vaccinated
Ceasar Escalante, Senior Reporter • April 1, 2021

West Texas A&M University is approved to distribute both the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines in...

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