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WT’s Second Cohort of Rural Community Leaders Announced

WT’s Second Cohort of Rural Community Leaders Announced

Chip Chandler February 19, 2024

CANYON, Texas — Educational and community leaders from around the nation have been selected for the second class of West Texas A&M University’s Rural Community Leaders Fellowship. The RCL Fellowship—a...

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Internationally Renowned Artist to Open 2024 Hamilton Piano Festival at WT

Internationally Renowned Artist to Open 2024 Hamilton Piano Festival at WT

Chip Chandler February 16, 2024

CANYON, Texas — An acclaimed soloist and chamber musician will open the 2024 Grace Hamilton Piano Festival at West Texas A&M University. Jennifer Hayghe, chair of the Roser Keyboard and Piano...

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WT to Launch New Degree Programs in Hospitality/Tourism, Human Resources

WT to Launch New Degree Programs in Hospitality/Tourism, Human Resources

Chip Chandler February 15, 2024

CANYON, Texas — Two new degree programs at West Texas A&M University will offer advanced new training in growing job fields. Following approval by The Texas A&M University System Board of...

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Harrington String Quartet’s ‘Sumptuous’ Concert Set for Feb. 25

Harrington String Quartet’s ‘Sumptuous’ Concert Set for Feb. 25

Chip Chandler February 15, 2024

CANYON, Texas — Two major works of the classical canon and one of their significant predecessors are on the program for Harrington String Quartet’s next, seasonally timely concert. The quartet will...

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WT Theatre to Stage Drama at Regional Festival; Week of Previews Planned in Canyon

WT Theatre to Stage Drama at Regional Festival; Week of Previews Planned in Canyon

Chip Chandler February 14, 2024

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University Theatre’s production of “Bull in a China Shop” is one of five plays chosen to be staged at an upcoming regional festival. Ahead of a trip to the...

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WT to Offer Embedded Associate Degrees for Students Pursuing Bachelor’s

WT to Offer Embedded Associate Degrees for Students Pursuing Bachelor’s

Chip Chandler February 13, 2024

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University students soon can earn an associate degree en route to completing their bachelor’s degree, thanks to a new plan approved by The Texas A&M University...

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Buff Alumni Madness Set at Feb. 15 WT Basketball Games

Buff Alumni Madness Set at Feb. 15 WT Basketball Games

Chip Chandler February 12, 2024

CANYON, Texas —West Texas A&M University alumni are invited to party with fellow Buffs while rooting on WT basketball teams to victory over Division II rivals Eastern New Mexico University. This...

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WT’s Great Books to Continue Discussion Series on Amarillo Native Saunders

WT’s Great Books to Continue Discussion Series on Amarillo Native Saunders

Chip Chandler February 8, 2024

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University’s Great Books Series in February will continue a set of discussions about the works of Amarillo native George Saunders ahead of the author’s upcoming...

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WTEC Recognizes Entrepreneurs, Releases 2023 Economic Impact Data

WTEC Recognizes Entrepreneurs, Releases 2023 Economic Impact Data

Adam Jiwa, Advertising Manager February 8, 2024

AMARILLO, Texas — The WT Enterprise Center recognized the Amarillo business community’s achievements at its annual Entrepreneur Excellence Awards on Feb 6. The evening featured awards honoring local...

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WT Orchestra, Amarillo Mass Choir to Offer Concerts with ‘Voice’ Finalist

WT Orchestra, Amarillo Mass Choir to Offer Concerts with ‘Voice’ Finalist

Chip Chandler February 8, 2024

CANYON, Texas — A finalist from NBC’s “The Voice” and the Amarillo Mass Choir will join the West Texas A&M University Symphony Orchestra for special Black History Month concerts in February. Michelle...

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2024 WT Career and Internship Expo Set for Feb. 22

2024 WT Career and Internship Expo Set for Feb. 22

Chip Chandler February 8, 2024

CANYON, Texas — More than 80 employers will meet with hundreds of West Texas A&M University students at the annual Career and Internship Expo on Feb. 22. The expo, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2...

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WT’s Online Programs Continue to Rank Highly in Prestigious U.S. News Rankings

WT’s Online Programs Continue to Rank Highly in Prestigious U.S. News Rankings

Chip Chandler February 7, 2024

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University’s online bachelor’s program ranked No. 45 in the nation and No. 3 in Texas, according to newly released 2024 rankings from U.S. News & World Report. Several...

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