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De Chile a Estados Unidos: La experiencia educativa y docente de la Dra Lau Romero

De Chile a Estados Unidos: La experiencia educativa y docente de la Dra Lau Romero

Bradley Pollock, Bilingual Multimedia Reporter April 24, 2025

Dr. Lau Romero es profesora de español en West Texas A&M University. Posee un doctorado en Estudios Culturales Hispánicos y una maestría en Estudios Culturales Latinoamericanos. La Dra. Lau Romero...

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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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Explore Peru by studying abroad

Explore Peru by studying abroad

Mikaela Mercado, Contributor April 23, 2025

West Texas A&M University’s Spanish Department is offering students a chance to experience the rich culture, history, and language of Peru through a summer study abroad program. From May 31 through-...

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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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Forgotten Frontera main logo. (Taken from wtamu.edu)

The Forgotten Frontera: the missing voices of the llano

Miguel Hinojosa, Contributor April 16, 2025

West Texas A&M University announced Jan. 11 2022 The Forgotten Frontera Project started by Dr. Alex Hunt, Professor of English and Board Director of the Center of Study of the American West. (CSAW)...

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The WT bowling team competing for their last tournament of the season in San Antonio in February 2024.

WT Bowling Club: where fun meets competition

Elise Leveel, Contributor April 16, 2025

Bowling at West Texas A&M University is not just about competition; it is a fun and engaging recreational sport that brings students together. Whether you are a very competitive bowler or just looking...

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Photo of WT’s bus route around campus.

No more parking excuses: let’s talk about the shuttle

Jade Ramos, Contributor April 16, 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. Let’s talk about parking. For three semesters I have heard the same...

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How A24’s unique style hones the current aesthetics of modern cinema

How A24’s unique style hones the current aesthetics of modern cinema

Suzen Myo, Contributor April 11, 2025

As award season heats up, films from various production companies, including “Nosferatu”, “The Substance”, and “Emilia Perez,” are lining up for Oscar nominations, occurring on March 2nd. One...

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Fellowship and support in the Amarillo Deaf community

Fellowship and support in the Amarillo Deaf community

Aspen Durham, Contributor April 11, 2025

In Amarillo, the Deaf community builds strong connections through shared experiences and local gatherings, overcoming isolation. It is common for a deaf person to feel alone and misunderstood because,...

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From Script to Stage: passion and planning behind the theatre program’s latest production

From Script to Stage: passion and planning behind the theatre program’s latest production

Samuel Chavez, Contributor April 2, 2025

West Texas A&M University’s Department of Art, Theatre and Dance diligently produced Artemisia, becoming the first university to stage this powerful play about a 17th-century painter who defied societal...

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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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Understanding executive orders and cabinet officials functions

Understanding executive orders and cabinet officials functions

Maddox Nite, Editor-in-Chief March 21, 2025

On Jan. 20, 2025 Donald J. Trump was sworn in as president of the United States for the second time. In the time since then, Trump has signed 108 total executive actions and counting. These actions are...

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