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Johnson Named WT’s Hatton Professor of Rural Community Leadership

Johnson Named WT’s Hatton Professor of Rural Community Leadership

Chip Chandler January 24, 2024

CANYON, Texas — A newly established professorship at West Texas A&M University further confirms the University’s commitment to rural education. Dr. Brad Johnson, currently a clinical professor...

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WT Professor Co-Authors Book on New Rules on Student-Athlete Compensation

WT Professor Co-Authors Book on New Rules on Student-Athlete Compensation

Chip Chandler January 23, 2024

CANYON, Texas — A new book cowritten by a West Texas A&M University professor examines the national impact of college athletes cashing in on their profile. In “Name, Image, and Likeness Policies:...

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Small Animal Internist Joins Texas A&M’s VERO Campus in Canyon

Small Animal Internist Joins Texas A&M’s VERO Campus in Canyon

Francesca Landon-Harding January 19, 2024

Dr. Christina Chan, a board-certified small animal internist, is the newest faculty member to join the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences' (VMBS) Veterinary Education,...

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WT Seeks Nominations for 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards

WT Seeks Nominations for 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards

Chip Chandler January 19, 2024

CANYON, Texas — It’s time again to honor West Texas A&M University Buffs who stand out from the herd. The Distinguished Alumni nomination period is open now through March 1. The WT Distinguished...

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WT Faculty Grand Recital Part of Jan. 26 Spotlight on School of Music

WT Faculty Grand Recital Part of Jan. 26 Spotlight on School of Music

Chip Chandler January 18, 2024

CANYON, Texas — Faculty members in West Texas A&M University’s School of Music promise a grand old time at an upcoming event aimed at potential students, as well as all area music lovers. The...

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Traveling Buffs Win $3,000 in Scholarships Through WT Instagram Contest

Traveling Buffs Win $3,000 in Scholarships Through WT Instagram Contest

Chip Chandler January 18, 2024

CANYON, Texas — Four West Texas A&M University students not only had fun on their holiday break. They also earned a total of $3,000 in scholarship money, thanks to the University’s second Instagram...

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Forbes Advisor: WT Among Top Online Colleges in Texas

Forbes Advisor: WT Among Top Online Colleges in Texas

Chip Chandler January 18, 2024

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University is one of the top online colleges in the Lone Star State, according to new national rankings. WT ranks among nine other Texas universities in Forbes Advisor’s...

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WT Leading New Research into Families of Children with Learning Disabilities

WT Leading New Research into Families of Children with Learning Disabilities

Chip Chandler January 17, 2024

CANYON, Texas — Parents of children with learning disabilities are sought to take part in groundbreaking new research at West Texas A&M University. Faculty members in WT’s Terry B. Rogers College...

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WT Opera Gala to Honor Dr. Robert Hansen

WT Opera Gala to Honor Dr. Robert Hansen

Chip Chandler January 16, 2024

CANYON, Texas — Reservations are due Jan. 20 to attend a West Texas A&M University opera gala honoring the retiring Dr. Robert Hansen. The “Out of This World” gala, featuring performances...

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Wendler: WT Students to Be Provided Core Textbooks Free of Charge Beginning Fall 2024

Wendler: WT Students to Be Provided Core Textbooks Free of Charge Beginning Fall 2024

Chip Chandler January 16, 2024

CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University students will be provided textbooks for all core curriculum courses beginning in fall 2024, President Walter V. Wendler announced in a Jan. 16 memo. The...

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Final Fall ’23 Commencement Numbers in for WT; Dean’s, President’s Lists Announced

Final Fall ’23 Commencement Numbers in for WT; Dean’s, President’s Lists Announced

Chip Chandler January 12, 2024

CANYON, Texas — The final tally is 878 graduates for West Texas A&M University’s fall 2023 commencement. Overall, the University awarded 649 baccalaureate degrees, 215 master’s degrees and...

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WTEC Introduces New Program for Leaders in the Financial Industry

WTEC Introduces New Program for Leaders in the Financial Industry

Adam Jiwa, Advertising Manager January 12, 2024

AMARILLO, Texas – The WT Enterprise Center is launching an exclusive paid program beginning Feb. 20 designed to offer vital insights for key leaders of local businesses. The Financial Leadership program...

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