By Dino Griego
Sophmore, Speech Communication
Scenes from Haiti continually appear through various media channels such as television, media, print and the most educational of all — Facebook.
From being a “fan” to joining a “cause” there are endless ways to help the devastation and tragedy for the people in Haiti.
Here at WTAMU the community bands together to take the lead by raising support for the Haitian people. Wednesday night students went on a “Dorm Storm” and asked for monetary donations.
Through Happy State …

Photo courtesy of SAGE
On March 2, 2008, Oprah Winfrey debuted her philanthropic reality show “The Big Give.” In every episode, competitors in the television series would travel to different U.S. cities, donate to special organizations, assist in several service projects and empower people in socio-economic needs.
Unfortunately the program only lasted one season; however, the concept still thrives, especially through S.A.G.E. (Students Assisting In Good Endeavors) here at WTAMU.
For the past two years, S.A.G.E. has perpetuated what Oprah started causing a …

Khaled Hosseini
Web Editor’s Note: This is a commentary piece.
Khaled Hosseini, critically acclaimed author of “The Kite Runner” and “A Thousand Splendid Suns,” and this year’s guest speaker at the fifth annual convocation, asserted that amidst our successes, we are still only just by-products of luck.
For example, hard work might have played its role in bringing you to WT, or helped you land an athletic scholarship, or even gave you the desire to teach and educate and learn; however, luck let …

“F-R-E-E, that spells free-
Credit report dot com, baby
Saw their ads on my TV
Thought about going but was too lazy
Now instead of looking fly and rollin’ phat
My legs are sticking to the vinyl and my
posse’s getting laughed at.”
Those lyrics bombard almost every station on your television. From the “Renaissance Fair,” to “Bicycles,” every new skit has a catchy jingle that separates these ads from the competitors, even the “caveman” campaign.
This year Maroon Productions decided to select this parody by launching a …

PHOTO | RIK ANDERSEN
In 1959, Kimbrough Memorial Stadium opened its gates to what would eventually be the epicenter of WTAMU athletics.
As the years progressed, the landscape acclimated to the times and adjusted to the needs of the people.
Now, celebrating over 50 years of dedication, Kimbrough remains an icon for people all over the country.
From the largest stadium in NCAA Division II, to the conference record of 23,276 fans in attendance during homecoming in 2007, the future holds many possibilities for …

PHOTO | DINO GRIEGO – Artist's rendering of the remodeled JBK
Dino Griego
Staff Writer

Since 1910, West Texas A&M University has continually been seeing change. Financially, the college gives people a great degree for a great price. On a global scale, the administration makes sure that the technology is up-to-date and competitive at a national level. From a top of the line HD studio, to a newly renovated classroom center, to an up and coming sports complex, WT makes strides to enhance …

PHOTO | ARISTA
Dino Griego
Staff Reporter
On Sept. 1, Whitney Houston busted out her new album, “I Look To You.”
While I was hesitant to purchase her merchandise, I thought the Diva deserved a chance to redeem her, “Crack is Whack” history. Let’s face it – I didn’t want to feed the addiction, but can I get a witness? She’s pretty amazing.
Well, I am not afraid to say the new CD didn’t disappoint me. I will not call this a “comeback” because …

Readership WT Selections: 2006 – 2009
Dino Griego
Staff Reporter
The Plans
Walking down the streets of Turkey, each student feels a sense of awe, wonder and excitement.
As they meet the family they’ll be staying with, another emotion sets in–doubt. How will they accomplish all of their goals? Are they ready both emotionally and physically? Is their capacity to understand the world around them already at its limit? Did their class adequately prepare them for the road ahead?
Without letting them falter, their leaders encourage …

Nicholas K Fall 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in the Promenade at Bryant Park on February 15, 2009 in New York City. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for IMG)
Throughout the ages, fashion continually remains one of America’s mainstream focuses. From First Lady Jackie Kennedy, to rap star Sean “Puffy” Combs, to the icon “only one word needed” Cher, people can’t help but stay in tune to current trends.
On the flip side, there are trashy celebrities trying to …

Students at the SCC | PHOTO BY FRANKIE SANCHEZ
Dino Griego
Staff Reporter
Ghost of WTAMU past
Over four decades ago the Classroom Center was up-to-date with the times; however, as years went by, the capacity was soon overburdened.
Eventually, people felt that students needs weren’t being met, and in 2007 the Texas Legislation passed a bill that allotted over $17 million devoted to the CC, opening up the doors for an extreme overhaul.Continuously pursuing excellence, and striving to enhance the facility both aesthetically and …