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Promise of a Pencil author speaks at convocation

Promise of a Pencil author speaks at convocation

Josh Collins October 15, 2014

  Adam Braun, CEO and founder of the for-purpose organization Pencils of Promise, spoke last Thursday at the annual Freshman Convocation in the First United Bank Center. Braun’s novel, “The...

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UPD program targets thefts

UPD program targets thefts

Hope LaFreniere October 15, 2014

Property theft is occurring more often on campus, but the University Police Department has an online solution to stolen property. Operation Lockout Theft allows students, staff and faculty to register...

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Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm teams up with AQHA

Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm teams up with AQHA

Tyler Anderson October 15, 2014

Returning for its seventh season, Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm has a new twist on its corn maze. If one is able to get a bird’s eye view, a horse design is seen to give a nod the American Quarter Horse...

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Student teaching is a stepping stone into a career

Student teaching is a stepping stone into a career

Alyssa Bonner October 15, 2014

They wake up early each morning, often earlier than most of their classmates. They prepare for a full day of being at school before returning home and sometimes working a job in the evenings. Student...

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Lady Buffs Top Midwestern State with a 2-1 win

Lady Buffs Top Midwestern State with a 2-1 win

Russell Sanderson October 15, 2014

After a slow start, the Lady Buffs found a way to rebound and came away with a much deserved 2-1 win against a very game Midwestern State team. It was just what the Lady Buffs needed after a tough...

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WTAMU outsources numerous campus services

WTAMU outsources numerous campus services

Russell Sanderson October 8, 2014

As students and faculty go about life at West Texas A&M, they see some form of maintenance going on or some form of construction happening. They look about and may see a janitor about to mop a floor,...

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Gates to be installed on 26th

Gates to be installed on 26th

Jose Robledo October 8, 2014

Beginning in the fall semester at West Texas A&M University, part of 26th Street was blocked for safety purposes. There had been many concerns that drivers were speeding or avoiding the bumps, which...

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WT Theatre resumes season with “33 Variations”

WT Theatre resumes season with “33 Variations”

Erin Webster October 8, 2014

As the Theatre department readies itself for its second opening day this season, tech week for “33 Variations” is coming to an end. Night after night of perfecting lighting, cues, set transitions...

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Lady Buffs Cross Country focuses on teamwork

Lady Buffs Cross Country focuses on teamwork

Megan Moore October 8, 2014

  With a team of 10 members, the women’s cross-country team defies the normal stigma associated with long distance running. Most think of this sport as an individual race, but for the Lady...

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WT community continually being strengthened

WT community continually being strengthened

October 8, 2014

Enrollment at West Texas A&M University is at an all time high this semester, reaching nearly 9,000 students. This number is evident in the parking problem that students still voice concern about....

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Universities focusing more on transgender needs

Universities focusing more on transgender needs

Erin Mastoras October 8, 2014

  Questions regarding comfortable living situations for transgender students are not commonly encountered on the WT campus, partially because students and administration together have not thought...

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WTAMU faces rival Midwestern team this week

WTAMU faces rival Midwestern team this week

Tyler Anderson October 8, 2014

Riding a three game winning streak by dumping McMurry on Homecoming, the West Texas A&M Buffalo football team has a challenge looming on the horizon. That challenge is in the form of Lone Star Conference...

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