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Coming back to school amid COVID-19

Jonah Dietz, Senior Reporter September 18, 2020

“Your engagement in—and outside the classroom is key to the ultimate college experience,” says the official West Texas A&M University website, as it describes how its faculty are always looking...

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Students must now pose the question: Is partying really worth the risk?

Op/Ed: Partying during the pandemic

Alyssa Gonzales, Former Editor-in-Chief September 14, 2020

One common concept that many (but not all) experience at least once in their time in college is a college party. A large group of people sweating profusely in a small area yelling over loud music may sound...

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Since in-person classes resumed on Aug. 19, the University of Alabama has reported over 1,000 COVID-19 cases among students, faculty, and staff.

Off-campus gatherings cause COVID-19 complications among notable universities

Mitchell Downing, Senior Reporter September 6, 2020

The transition back to in-person classes has proved to be problematic for a few notable universities that have chosen this option. Many believe off-campus gatherings are the source of problems encountered. The...

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The Last Bandoleros along with many other artists have begun performing live on social media during the pandemic.

Op-Ed: Supporting artists during the pandemic

Alyssa Gonzales, Former Editor-in-Chief April 20, 2020

The large crowds waiting with anticipation, the positive energy radiating from all in attendance and the sheer excitement of getting to listen to your favorite artist or band live. Concerts are truly a...

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Im sorry, you cut out for a minute there. Was that an I do?

Getting hitched during lock-down

Jonah Dietz, Senior Reporter April 12, 2020

With research done by the University of Washington estimating Texas’ recovery date from the pandemic being somewhere around the end of May or the beginning of June, many long-standing plans set to take...

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We are all desperate for some feel-good hormones in this time.

Taking a mental health break in the apocalypse

Olivia Spiezio, Senior Reporter April 6, 2020

I won’t be the first to admit that this is stressful. Every time we check social media, turn on the TV, and even listen to our favorite podcasts, we are inundated with statistics about the latest...

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Students on WTAMUs are finding the best ways to keep themselves entertained during quarantine.

Keeping up with the quarantine

Alyssa Gonzales, Former Editor-in-Chief March 30, 2020

Due to the emphasis on quarantining and staying home, many people have made the switch to working and going to school online. For students still living on West Texas A&M’s campus, many have to keep...

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Photo Courtesy of the USDA.

Food fit for football

Alyssa Gonzales, Former Editor-in-Chief February 2, 2020

Super Bowl LIV is here which means it’s time for football, commercials and practicing food safety? Many are ready to dig into the various bowls and trays grub, but have they stopped to consider how long...

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The U.K. Debaters standing by their poster in the Fine Arts Complex.

U.K. Debaters discuss potential change in classification for Olympic athletes

Stock Chenault, Junior Reporter October 28, 2019

On Monday at Legacy Hall, Jack B. Kelly Student Center, two members of the WT Forensics Team debated with two colleagues from the U.K. The topic was a proposal to make the Olympic games categorized...

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Courtesy Olivia Spiezio

Breast cancer awareness is for everyone

Olivia Spiezio, Senior Reporter October 26, 2019

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the United States. Breast cancer is a common, deadly, and aggressive disease that can develop in any individual regardless of sex or age, not just menopausal...

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Is social media a reliable news source?

Is social media a reliable news source?

Jeffrey Williams, Senior Reporter October 21, 2019

The short answer is no, social media is not a reliable news source. Now while that's not the end of the article, let's see if I can hold your attention for the next five minutes. Now, I'm...

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This week in American politics: Turkey, Syria, and Impeachment updates

This week in American politics: Turkey, Syria, and Impeachment updates

Olivia Spiezio, Senior Reporter October 15, 2019

This week in American politics, President Trump endorsed a Turkish military operation in Syria and more subpoenas have been issued in the ongoing impeachment inquiry. Trump and Turkey The White House...

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