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Behind the scenes of “Falling into Dance”

Melanie Garcia, Junior Reporter, News Production Coordinator December 5, 2022

Behind the scenes “Falling into Dance” Six senior dance majors had the opportunity to create their own dance concert, ‘Falling into Dance.’ These seniors individually choreographed a group...

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F1RSTGEN Week

Melanie Garcia, Junior Reporter, News Production Coordinator November 21, 2022

Celebrations during F1RSTGEN week F1RSTGEN week was hosted by F1RSTGEN, a student-led organization. This event began on Nov. 7 and ran through Nov. 11, with various entertainment and fun. On...

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Koelle Brandenberger pursues passion on AgTexas internship

Victoria Fatiregun, Former Senior Reporter, Former Editor-in-Chief November 19, 2022

Koelle Brandenberger, a junior agricultural business and economics major, did an internship with AgTexas Farm Credit Services. During the internship she looked at the diverse range of occupations AgTexas...

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Darcy and Brandy wear Fatal Vision Marijuana goggles to spread awareness about drug abuse.

No Excuse for Drug Abuse

Melanie Garcia, Junior Reporter, News Production Coordinator November 6, 2022

No Excuse for Drug Abuse The ‘No Excuse for Drug Abuse’ table event was hosted by the student medical services as a part of the Health and Wellness Promotion to inform West Texas A&M University...

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Photo provided by WT communication and marketing. Caleb Crum is second from left and  Emily Morgan is third from left

Homecoming King interview with Caleb Crum

Victoria Fatiregun, Former Senior Reporter, Former Editor-in-Chief October 13, 2022

Caleb Crum won homecoming King 2022 at West Texas A&M University for SAGE (Students Assisting in Good Endeavors) which is a faith-based organization on campus. In our interview Crum discusses his...

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Andy Rivas stares at the camera.

Agriculture is Diversity

Marcus Rogers, Reporter September 14, 2022

Throughout the 21st century, American society has progressed leaps and bounds more inclusively and diversely when compared to the past 100 years. The agriculture industry, a rural profession, is a path...

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The Harrington Academic Hall, Amarillo Center sits on Tyler street in Downtown Amarillo as the meeting place for the Continuum of Care committee meeting location. (Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022)

Unhoused people feel the impact of WT

Marcus Rogers, Reporter August 31, 2022

West Texas A&M University’s, Meg L. DeJong-Shier is helping serve the most often underlooked individuals in society, unhoused people in the Amarillo area. Amarillo, Texas is often forgotten in...

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Gender studies at WT: A collaborative experience

Hannah Valencia, Senior Reporter April 20, 2022

The Gender Studies Program at West Texas A&M University allows students of any major to attain a professional certificate in Gender Studies. The certificate has only been a part of WT’s curriculum...

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One step at a time: Life as a biology major

Victoria Fatiregun, Former Senior Reporter, Former Editor-in-Chief March 31, 2022

Farzana Zahir, a senior pre-med biology major at West Texas A&M University. Zahir plans to go to medical school, a journey that requires a lot of preparation. In addition to studying, Zahir is also...

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Beyond ‘Blue’s Clues’: The story of Steve Burns

Beyond ‘Blue’s Clues’: The story of Steve Burns

Jeanine Fabbri, Former Multimedia Reporter March 29, 2022

Steve Burns, inaugural host of the Nick Jr. show, “Blue's Clues,” is coming to West Texas A&M University on April 5 to speak as part of the Distinguished Lecture Series. After “Blue’s Clues”...

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Dogs are the new probiotics for humans

Jeanine Fabbri, Former Multimedia Reporter March 12, 2022

Did you know you have a greater life expectancy if you own a dog? Dogs might be the new probiotic for humans. The physical and mental health benefits of owning a dog greatly overcome the negatives. According...

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The wardrobe staple of Spring 2022: The slip dress

Filiberto Avila, Contributor March 5, 2022

As fashion lovers, we must accept that trends and styles come and go. However, there are a few that have endured, like the little black dress, miniskirts and denim jackets, to name a few. In recent...

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