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The Prairie News

Student Engagement

The International Student Organization hosted an International festival in the JBK on April 22.

Life as an international student at West Texas A&M University

Henrique Ferreira, a freshman music performance major from Cerquilho, Brazil, experienced West Texas snow for the first time in his life shortly after he arrived in the United States. “I arrived here...

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Canyon communities banding together to feed college students

Canyon communities banding together to feed college students

As the week comes to an end, several international students grapple with the idea of where their next meal is going to come from. On one hand, student organizations and churches have banded together...

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Flyer for CSAW Hayden Pedigo concert. (Taken from wtamu.edu)

Hayden Pedigo: songs that tell a western story

Miguel Hinojosa, Contributor April 23, 2025

The Prairie News is a student-led free press. All opinions expressed herein are solely those of the writer and not those of WTAMU. Hayden Pedigo, avant-garde musician born and raised in Amarillo, Texas...

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The WT golf team during a tournament in New Mexico.

WT sports teams travel for high-level competitions and unforgettable experiences

Elise Leveel, Contributor April 17, 2025

At West Texas A&M University, being a student-athlete isn’t just about competing in sports; it's also an opportunity to see new places and experience diverse environments. For many athletes, travel...

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The study cycle method was adapted from Frank Christ’s PLRS system by the LSU  Center for Academic Success.

How students can maximize their studying

Carlie Rutledge, Multimedia Reporter April 2, 2025

With midterms and finals right around the corner, students need to perfect their study habits. How and where students study heavily impacts the information they retain. An article by the University...

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Buffs turn passions into businesses

Buffs turn passions into businesses

Jade Ramos, Contributor December 13, 2024

At West Texas A&M University, while students balance classes, assignments and their social lives, a new trend is emerging: student entrepreneurship. Young innovators are not just attending lectures...

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Two international students, Tokoni Forun and Gladys Essel, explain what it is like to celebrate Christmas in different parts of the world and how they plan to spend this Christmas.

Christmas Far & Wide; how international students plan to celebrate this year

Kerrigan Jensen, Multimedia Reporter December 12, 2024

Gladys Essel is a graduate student studying for a Master of Science in Finance and Economics at West Texas A&M University. Essel is originally from Central Ghana and while at WT she is also the president...

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Activities students can do at this event include making friendship bracelets and writing what they are thankful for on this banner.

Gather Together during Friendsgiving at the cafeteria

Kerrigan Jensen, Multimedia Reporter November 18, 2024

The Office of Student Engagement and Leadership (OSEL), along with Aramark Dining Services, will be organizing a Friendsgiving at the Caf on Nov. 21st from 4:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. The menu will consist...

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Osborn shared his experiences while serving in the U.S. Army during 9/11, being deployed to Iraq during a turbulent time and how he and his team helped the Iraqi farmers.

Beyond the Uniform; The Student Veteran Story of Ben Osborn

Kerrigan Jensen, Multimedia Reporter November 14, 2024

Ben Osborn is a general studies major at West Texas A&M University and served in the U.S. Army from 1996 to 2005. After 23 years, Osborn returned to WT to finish school and is set to graduate next...

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Enjoy hotdogs, an Air Force flyover and speeches from dignitaries at the Veterans Day event on Nov. 11th.

Honoring our Veterans; events at WT celebrates veterans and their families

Kerrigan Jensen, Multimedia Reporter November 9, 2024

West Texas A&M University and the City of Canyon will be organizing an event to honor veterans on Veterans Day which will take place on Monday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. This event will take place by the...

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Retana shares his experience in the Military and his journey to WT.

Beyond the Uniform; The Student Veteran Story of Jesus Retana

Kerrigan Jensen, Multimedia Reporter October 31, 2024

Jesus Retana is a sophomore at West Texas A&M University studying Electrical Engineering. Retana served our country in the United States Marine Corps from the years 2018 to 2023 as an Avionics Technician...

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Students explored different majors available at WT and what the process of changing majors is at the Major Exploration Fair held on Oct. 24th.

Students considered new possibilities at WT’s Major Exploration Fair

Kerrigan Jensen, Multimedia Reporter October 30, 2024

Students considered different major possibilities at the Major Exploration Fair that was held at the Jack B. Kelley Student Center at West Texas A&M University on Oct. 24th. Students had the opportunity...

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