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Ask the Professor: Dr. Mona Ozmaeian

Ask the Professor: Dr. Mona Ozmaeian

Jo Early, Editor-in-Chief March 18, 2024

Dr. Mona Ozmaeian is an assistant professor of mechanical engineering in the College of Engineering at West Texas A&M University. She teaches programming and solid mechanics courses, including Engineering...

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The 13|30 coffee shop is located at 201 26th St. and hosts Bible studies on Thursdays.

Building community: faith-based organizations at West Texas A&M University

Jade Ramos March 10, 2024

West Texas A&M University has several organizations that students can sign up for at the beginning of the semester or even join throughout the year. WT also includes a few faith-based organizations...

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Extraordinary Buffs: Tiffany Nall

Extraordinary Buffs: Tiffany Nall

Jo Early, Editor-in-Chief March 9, 2024

Extraordinary Buffs is a podcast produced by Jo Early as a senior project, not in association with The Prairie News.  

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Guess My Major pt. 1

March 8, 2024

The Prairie News teamed up with Maroon Media to produce Guess My Major! Dane Glenn - Producer JoLina Lopez - Producer Nathan Franks - Director Creighton Smith - Sound Operator Alea Wittler - Camera...

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Gender trends in post-secondary schools show that more women are attending college compared to men, and the number of non-binary or transgender students is rising.

Growing gaps between genders in secondary education

Carlie Rutledge, Multimedia Reporter March 8, 2024

When students graduate high school, they must decide whether to continue pursuing higher education and go to college or head straight into the workforce. According to the Education Data Initiative, 61.8%...

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La vida estudiantil con Manuel Cuesta: construyendo un sueño

La vida estudiantil con Manuel Cuesta: construyendo un sueño

Bradley Pollock, Bilingual Multimedia Reporter March 7, 2024

Manuel Jeremías Cuesta es un estudiante de tercer año trabajando en conseguir un título en estudios generales aquí en la universidad de West Texas A&M. Cuesta es de Medellín, Colombia. Cuesta...

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Student Organization Spotlight: Companion Animal Club

Student Organization Spotlight: Companion Animal Club

JoLina Lopez, Social Media Engagement Coordinator, Associate Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2024

The Companion Animal Club is an organization open to all students wanting to learn more about the aspects of handling a companion animal. The organization’s president, Faith Snapp, along with the...

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According to a recent poll, over 70% of students said that they prefer online or hybrid learning.

Why do students choose online learning?

Carlie Rutledge, Multimedia Reporter March 4, 2024

There are many factors in deciding which classes to pick in a degree plan. Classes may be required or just for fun, online, in-person or hybrid. When deciding what courses to take, students must determine...

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Electives: beyond the basics

Electives: beyond the basics

Jade Ramos, Contributor March 1, 2024

As a kid, Dr. David Craig always had a love for science, but it wasn’t until a clear view through a telescope that he knew this interest was special to him. Dr. Craig is now an associate professor of...

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Beyond the 9-to-5: Chip Chandler

Bryson Ramage, Audio and Video Editor February 29, 2024

Chip Chandler is the Senior Communications Specialist at West Texas A&M University. Chandler is responsible for a range of communication-related tasks. He serves as the primary external media contact,...

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Ask the Professor: Edward Truitt

Ask the Professor: Edward Truitt

Jo Early, Editor-in-Chief February 26, 2024

Edward Truitt is a professor of dance in the Department of Art, Theatre and Dance at the Sybil B. Harrington College of Fine Arts and Humanities at West Texas A&M University. Professor Truitt teaches...

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Student Organization Spotlight: Asian and Pacific Islander Association

Student Organization Spotlight: Asian and Pacific Islander Association

JoLina Lopez, Social Media Engagement Coordinator, Associate Editor-in-Chief February 26, 2024

  The Asian and Pacific Islander Association (APIA) is a student organization that aims to inform the Texas Panhandle community about Asian culture; fostering inclusivity for all individuals...

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