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Students live in a society where they are told more is better. With this kind of thinking, it's easy to become overwhelmed.

OP/ED: Negative effects of a heavy workload

Skylerr Patterson, Senior Reporter October 9, 2020

From the start of high school to even after college, the majority of young adults fill up their schedules with activities and to-do lists. A typical college schedule includes around 13 hours, a part time...

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While many social groups have become more diverse and open, there still seems to be some negative views connected to the church.

Op/Ed: Religion on campus

Skylerr Patterson, Senior Reporter September 25, 2020

Society tells students to be themselves. To not be ashamed of who they are, yet this doesn’t seem to be the feedback for all groups. Many Christian students don’t bring up their faith for fear of being...

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As a journalist, working at home only have a few downsides but I am still capable of doing my job.

A reflection on working from home as a college student

Savannah Wesley, Editor-in-Chief April 5, 2020

People are going to hear and read a lot of testimonials on working at home, trying to get the kids to do their homework and the overall struggle that is being quarantined. Well, this one isn’t going...

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This gray fox was found napping in a tree outside one of WTAMU's buildings and some students are able to capture this animal on video having a peaceful rest.

What does the fox read?

Savannah Wesley, Editor-in-Chief February 9, 2020

Earlier in the semester, I received an email from Dr. Trudy Hanson, Head of the Department of Communication, about a potential story for The Prairie News to cover. In Hanson’s email, she told me about...

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Source: ABC News

Why Americans should ‘Remember, remember, the fifth of November”

Olivia Spiezio November 15, 2019

While most American adults are familiar with the 2006 Warner Bros. film “V for Vendetta,” not many are familiar with the historical basis for the film. V’s poem in “V for Vendetta,” his plot...

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Illustration by Savannah Wesley

Free Speech Zones

Savannah Wesley November 12, 2019

Interpretation of freedom of speech often leads people to think that they can say whatever, whenever, and wherever they want and however they want to. Contrary to that belief, there are limitations...

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DeVos, education and how she went farther than we thought she would

Savannah Welsey, Features Editor April 15, 2019

During a hearing before Congress last month, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos was questioned about her suggestions for funding in the U.S. Department of Education. One decision was to cut eighteen...

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Is the game still relevant?

Alyssa Gonzales, Sports Editor February 4, 2019

As groups of people gathered together to watch the Los Angeles Rams and the New England Patriots face off in Super Bowl LIII, the question arises: Do people actually care about the game? For some, they...

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Student Press Freedom Appreciation

Savannah Wesley, Features Editor January 30, 2019

 Everyone is aware of others wanting to express their right to free speech in protests, on social media and in the press however, not everyone might know what that entails. The freedom of speech is...

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Don't get caught cold: Tips to avoid the flu bug

Don’t get caught cold: Tips to avoid the flu bug

Prairie Editorial Staff February 14, 2018

We have all heard of the severity of the influenza outbreak this year. Last week, about 15% of the people who walked into BSA Hospital’s emergency room tested positive for the flu. It is rampant this...

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Remember to Relax

Remember to Relax

The Prairie Editorial Staff November 3, 2016

With midterms officially out of the way and the end of the semester finally coming within sight, students know that college life is soon to be hectic. When the realization hits that tests, presentations,...

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Fear and Loathing in Bathroom Stalls

The Prairie Editorial April 28, 2016

A disturbing battle is being waged in the legislatures of several states, and in the forum of public opinion. States like North Carolina and Tennessee have taken the spotlight in recent weeks over controversial...

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