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Loyal University Supporters Amy and Rik Andersen Guest on ‘I Am WT’ Podcast

Loyal University Supporters Amy and Rik Andersen Guest on ‘I Am WT’ Podcast

Chip Chandler November 22, 2023

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University’s student-run podcast continues its second season Nov. 21 with an episode highlighting two faithful Buffs. “I Am WT” hosts Myka Bailey, a junior...

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WT Recital to Feature ‘Compelling’ Works by Long-Overlooked Composer

WT Recital to Feature ‘Compelling’ Works by Long-Overlooked Composer

Chip Chandler November 20, 2023

CANYON, Texas — Works by a composer overlooked in her time will be featured in an upcoming recital at West Texas A&M University. “The Music of a Stifled Voice,” featuring compositions by Fanny...

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Cast members of WT Operas Amahl and the Night Visitors include, from left, Julian Ayala as King Kaspar, Oscar Hample as King Balthazar, Kelton Harbison as King Melchior, and Sarah Estes as Amahl. The holiday opera will be performed Nov. 30 and Dec. 1.

WT Opera to Stage Holiday Classic ‘Amahl and the Night Visitors’

Chip Chandler November 20, 2023

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University Opera will stage a beloved holiday production in its first performance of the fall. Students will present “Amahl and the Night Visitors,” an American...

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The Elicio Winds recently released its debut recording, “Convergence: Music & Cultural Legacy. Members are, from left, Dr. Virginia Broffitt Kunzer, Dr. Conor Bell and Dr. Kathleen Carter Bell.

WT Music Faculty Members Featured on New Album

Chip Chandler November 20, 2023

CANYON, Texas — A trio featuring two faculty members from West Texas A&M University’s School of Music recently released its debut album. The Elicio Winds’ “Convergence: Music & Cultural...

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WT Concert, Symphonic Bands to Give Free Performances Nov. 29

WT Concert, Symphonic Bands to Give Free Performances Nov. 29

Chip Chandler November 20, 2023

CANYON, Texas — Beloved classics and contemporary works are each on the bill for a night of music at West Texas A&M University. The University’s Concert and Symphonic Bands will perform at 6...

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WT Chamber Singers to Give Free Holiday Concert

WT Chamber Singers to Give Free Holiday Concert

Chip Chandler November 20, 2023

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University’s Chamber Singers will welcome the holiday season in an upcoming concert. The Chamber Singers’ Christmas concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2 in...

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Hark, Hear the Bells: WT Orchestra’s Annual Christmas Concert Set for Dec. 3

Hark, Hear the Bells: WT Orchestra’s Annual Christmas Concert Set for Dec. 3

Chip Chandler November 20, 2023

CANYON, Texas — Joyous carols will ring out at the West Texas A&M University Symphony Orchestra’s annual holiday concert. “I Heard the Bells! Music of the Christmas Season,” in conjunction...

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Christmas Events in WT, Canyon to Include Festival of Lights, Community Celebrations, Concerts, More

Christmas Events in WT, Canyon to Include Festival of Lights, Community Celebrations, Concerts, More

Chip Chandler November 20, 2023

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University will join forces with the city of Canyon to officially kick off the holiday season with several activities in coming weeks. The community is invited to...

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Marcus Smith, Education Credit Union’s CEO and chairman of the board for its foundation, addresses the 2023 graduates of the Buff $mart Money Management Bootcamp on Nov. 14.

WT Students Earn Surprise Scholarships from Education Credit Union Foundation

Chip Chandler November 17, 2023

CANYON, Texas — Dozens of West Texas A&M University students earned scholarships Nov. 14 in a surprise presentation from Education Credit Union Foundation. In a ceremony honoring 110 graduates...

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Dr. Teri Bingham, professor of education, is one of three West Texas A&M University faculty members who joined with an Amarillo Independent School District teacher to publish research into preventing teacher burnout.

WT Researchers Explore Ways to Combat Teacher Burnout in New Publication

Chip Chandler November 16, 2023

CANYON, Texas — As worries continue to rise nationwide over teacher shortages, three West Texas A&M University professors recently published research into the importance of self-care in making sure...

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WT Professor Part of Team Studying Conflict Resolution in Communication

WT Professor Part of Team Studying Conflict Resolution in Communication

Chip Chandler November 16, 2023

CANYON, Texas — A West Texas A&M University professor has joined colleagues from around the country in publishing groundbreaking research into conflict management. Dr. Leslie Ramos Salazar, WT’s...

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Celebrating West Texas A&M Universitys first-ever national championship in meat judging are, front from left, Dr. Loni Lucherk, coach and Gordon W. Davis Chair in Meat Judging; Madison Colvin, Megan Miller, Mikayla Hudnall, Payton Ownbey, and Coach Megan Eckhardt; and, back from left, Dr. Ty Lawrence, WTs Caviness Davis Distinguished Chair in Meat Science; Coach Will Boyd, Elijah Mathis, Parker Franz, Ryan Heitschmidt, Bryce Hutson, Caleb Olfers, Colt Edrington, Noah Harrell and Juan-Carlos Buentello.

WT Meat Judging Team Wins National Championship in Decisive Fashion

Chip Chandler November 15, 2023

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University’s meat judging team secured its first-ever national championship in a Nov. 12 competition. The team took top honors at the Tyson International Contest...

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