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After the 46th annual Pigskin Revue, the WT Student Government Association will light the eternal flame to bring back a homecoming tradition.

Homecoming tradition will be rekindled

Carlie Rutledge, Multimedia Reporter October 7, 2024

West Texas A&M University is rekindling an old tradition at this year's Homecoming Week activities. The lighting of the Eternal Flame has not happened in the past five years. The WT Student Government...

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Farewell letter from the 106th Student Body President

Farewell letter from the 106th Student Body President

Filiberto Avila, Contributor May 10, 2024

Dear Buffaloes, With a mix of emotions, I am writing my final letter to you as my tenure as Student Body President concludes on May 11, 2024. Reflecting on the brief yet impactful year I have had serving...

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Calling all students: upcoming student government elections

Calling all students: upcoming student government elections

Maddox Nite April 10, 2024

The Student Government Association (SGA) at West Texas A&M University will soon hold elections for a number of positions for the 2024-2025 school year. Candidacy forms have closed, meaning no one...

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Go out and vote: the right and responsibility

Go out and vote: the right and responsibility

Maddox Nite February 28, 2024

As 2024 is a presidential election year, the poll locations will face heavy traffic, with some in attendance voting for the first time. For those of voting age, the primary election for the 13th congressional...

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Student body president holds State of the Student Body Address

Jo Early February 27, 2024

West Texas A&M University’s student body president, Filiberto Avila, presented the State of the Student Body Address on Feb. 26 at 4:30 p.m. in Legacy Hall. Avila’s address presented the Student...

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Welcome and ¡Bienvenidos! — A Fresh Start, A Continuation of Legacy

Welcome and ¡Bienvenidos! — A Fresh Start, A Continuation of Legacy

Filiberto Avila January 16, 2024

Dear Buffaloes, ¡Bienvenidos de nuevo y bienvenidos a los nuevos! With great enthusiasm, I extend a warm welcome back to our returning students and an equally spirited greeting to those joining our...

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Infographic by Jo Early

Homecoming nominations how-to

Jo Early September 25, 2023

Nominations for Homecoming Court are open on BuffLink through Sept. 26 at 5 p.m. Each active student organization can submit nominations for one King and one Queen to represent them during Homecoming elections...

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¡Viva la herencia hispana! – 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month

¡Viva la herencia hispana! – 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month

Filiberto Avila, Student Body President September 15, 2023

Estimada familia universitaria:  As we come together to celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, I am deeply honored to be here at this extraordinary Hispanic Serving Institution, where culture,...

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Welcome and ¡Bienvenidos! — A New Semester, A New Legacy

Welcome and ¡Bienvenidos! — A New Semester, A New Legacy

Filiberto Avila August 21, 2023

Dear Buffaloes, Welcome and ¡bienvenidos! It is with great honor and pride that I extend my warmest greetings to you all. My name is Filiberto "Fili" Avila, and I am truly excited to serve as your...

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