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Fraternities, sororities not stereotypical

Connor Woods November 19, 2013

As you watch a movie about a college campus, you often come across a fraternity or sorority, and more times than not these students are seen as a rowdy bunch of partiers. Although people realize the...

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Local News Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Zeta Tau Alpha works to help philanthropy

Connor Woods October 22, 2013

During the fourth annual Pink Week, Zeta Tau Alpha helped raise money for breast cancer awareness. The feat of supporting such a cause is seen throughout Greek life and the way that each fraternity...

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Feature Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Preview: Zeta Tau Alpha Pink Out Week

Connor Woods October 15, 2013

When you think of the month of October, you often think of the changing of the seasons as well as Halloween, but the month also takes on some brighter colors, as October is breast cancer awareness...

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A fraternity float for the homecoming parade.

Greek life takes part in Homecoming

Connor Woods October 8, 2013

Buff pride reigned supreme this past week as students, alumni and Buffalo fans flocked to the many activities that a WTAMU homecoming has to offer. This year, like in years past, fraternities and sororities...

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Participants from a previous Greek Retreat.

WT Greek Life anticipates Greek retreat

Connor Woods September 24, 2013

To some, an away WT football game provides the opportunity for a good time and a road trip. However, Greek life uses the time in order to improve upon their leadership skills. This year leaders...

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More parking needed

Connor Woods September 17, 2013

As new construction projects are on the rise, students often question the current parking situation at WTAMU. They request asphalt maintenance and more parking space. This semester WTAMU has reached...

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Recruitment week and change at WT

Connor Woods September 10, 2013

As freshmen begin their first few weeks at WTAMU, many are rushing to different organizations to find where they can become connected. Some students will find their place in Greek life, and this year...

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Entertainment Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Identity Thief takes either your heart or money

Connor Woods February 19, 2013

This weekend alone the hit movie Identity thief raked in 23,437,000 dollars. The movie is now number two falling behind A Good Day To Die Hard. However the movie is still ranked number one in my...

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Local News Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Artists come together to display their work

Connor Woods February 12, 2013

From 5 to 9 p.m. on the first Friday of every month, hundreds of artists gather at The Galleries at Sunset Center to display their work at the First Friday Art Walk. The monthly event draws a large...

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JBK expansion provides new work area

Connor Woods January 29, 2013

The Students of West Texas A&M were recently introduced to the new expansion of the Jack B. Kelley Student Center. With the new expansion being opened for a little over a month, the staff and students...

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Organization seeks community through religion

Connor Woods December 4, 2012

There are many religious organizations on campus. In a place that many people refer to as the Bible Belt, it is sometimes rare to hear the point of view of different religions. However, one WT organization...

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WT welcomes new leadership group

Connor Woods November 26, 2012

Just a few weeks ago our country was voting on its next leader. Likewise, WTAMU is embarking on a similar voyage with the addition of a new leadership program. “We have a new leadership program...

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Hollywood Social Logo. Cover art by Chris Brockman.

Hollywood Social: Episode 1

Connor Woods November 5, 2012

If you're having problems viewing, click here to watch it on Youtube! Watch our newest show, Hollywood Social, to find out the latest celebrity gossip, entertainment news -- with our own twist and...

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Haunted houses of Amarillo

Haunted houses of Amarillo

Connor Woods October 30, 2012

Every year, locals stand in line and await their fate, as the night creatures call for a thriller night in haunted houses across Amarillo. This year proves to be no different as haunted houses are stepping...

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Local authors impact the high plains

Connor Woods October 16, 2012

For years, local writers have graced the high plains with their work, which gives insight to the Texas Panhandle and what it’s like to live in the area. “Its unbelievable how many people come...

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Local authors impact the high plains

Connor Woods October 16, 2012

For years, local writers have graced the high plains with their work, which gives insight to the Texas Panhandle and what it’s like to live in the area. “Its unbelievable how many people come through...

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Local Barnes & Noble adapts to survive

Connor Woods October 9, 2012

For the past few weeks a sign that read “sale or lease” has been lingering over the local Amarillo Barnes & Noble store on Westgate. The sign posed many questions as for what the future...

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Prairie logo displayed on iPhone 4. Photo by Ashley Hendrick.

iPhone 5 hits the market with a splash

Connor Woods September 24, 2012

Once again, Apple customers are waiting to get their hands on the new iPhone. The latest iPhone, the iPhone 5, is revamped with a new design but still keeps the same feel. “We don’t want to make...

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Album apps revolutionize the music industry

Connor Woods September 18, 2012

Lady Gaga’s new album will not be a typical record. The pop star announced on her Little Monsters Blog that ARTPOP is more of a project. Gaga wrote that it will be released as a compatible application...

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WT fraternities and sororities begin fall recruitment

Connor Woods September 10, 2012

For years WT students have been rushing into different fraternities as well as sororities. This year is no different, as the sororities had their recruitment last week and the fraternities started their...

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