If You Could Do Anything this Summer, What Would You Do?

Sunny Patel
Pre-Law, Junior
“Go to Europe.”

Megan Bybee
Nursing, Sophomore

“Travel as much as possible.”

Crystal Pena
Ad/Pr, Junior
“Travel the world.”

Tara Groomer
Advertising, Junior
“Travel to Vegas.”

Matt Dena
SES, Junior
“Go visit friends in Ohio.”

Jacob Schacher
SES, Freshman
“Go to Disneyland.”

Ray Sparkman
SES, Sophomore
“Go see the Lakers play.”

Head out to the Pedestrian Mall this Saturday for some fun in the sun – Spring Fling 2010! Spring Fling is an annual event that is put on by the CORE Center. It is free to both students and the public. The activities begin at 2 p.m. and conclude at 6 p.m. The CORE Center has five bands lined up to play. Also, they are bringing in some really exciting games such as Monkey Motion, Texas Tumbleweed and Air Bots. …

SI Leader, Kathryn Nash, helps students better un derstand Professor Vandiver’s CHEM 1411 course.
Have you ever been sitting in a class and found yourself thinking, “I have no idea what they are talking about?”
If you have been in that situation where the class information is seemingly way above your head, there is still hope. West Texas A&M offers a program called Supplemental Instruction or SI.
The object of SI is to improve students’ study techniques and to raise their grades in …

Chi Omega Golf & Make-A-Wish Tournament
Chi Omega is teaming up with Make-A-Wish to host a golf tournament on Saturday, April 10. The entry fee is $70 per person and includes green fee, a cart, snacks and lunch. Teams consist of four players, and you can rent a Chi Omega caddie to enter into a raffle for different prizes. All proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Donations are also accepted. There will be a shot-gun start at 10 p.m., and the tournament …

PHOTO | Shian Nicholson – Vice-President, Katlyn Brewer, shows off one of the dogs available for adoption.
There are several up and running school organizations on West Texas A&M’s campus, however, one has lain dormant for a few years and has recently been re-established.
Veterinary medicine is important to all pet owners and animal lovers. Although WT does not have a veterinary school, they do offer a pre-vet curriculum. This degree is to help prepare those that have chosen this line of …

Mike Huckabee
On March 31, Mike Huckabee will be speaking at WT as part of the Distinguished Lecture Series. He has a lifetime of varied experiences and will be presenting, “The Pursuit of the Presidency and the Perfectly Insane American Process,” at 7 p.m. at the First United Bank Center. Huckabee is an author, preacher, politician, musician, political commentator and marathon runner. He has his own television show, “Huckabee” on the Fox News Channel. This event is free and open to …

Courtesy of oceancity.shownbyphotos.com | Each year, world renowned sand sculptor, Randy Hofman, creates large sand sculptures that attract attention and open conversations at South Padre Island.
As Spring Break draws near, many students may find themselves at a loss for plans. Others are anticipating a week at some interesting location.
For students in the former group, there are options that do not include the typical college antics for Spring Break.
The first of these options is to go on a mission trip with …

This Saturday is the annual University Formal and Casino Night. This year’s theme is Puttin’ on the Ritz. The event is being held at the Amarillo Civic Center Grand Plaza. The dancing and gambling begins at 7 p.m., and things will wind down at 11 p.m. Tickets are $15 and are on sale right now at the JBK Info Desk. In the course of the evening, the University Formal King, Queen, Prince and Princess will be crowned. The dress is …

This Friday, as part of the Communication Week festivities, there will be an Alumni Panel and a Student Showcase. For the Alumni Panel, the committee has gotten together a group of WTAMU alumni that represent the sections of communication. They will be avaliable to answer questions and talk to students interested in communication. After the panel, the showcase will feature examples from all areas of communication. Every area has a student to show what kind of talent they honed in …

PHOTO | Courtesy of Kirk Scarborough
One of the highest profile student organizations on campus is Student Government. This organization is responsible for helping students with issues that affect the student body.
The officers of Student Government maintain a close working relationship with the faculty and staff of the University to create an academically challenging university, as well as ensuring that the student body is presented with plenty of fun opportunities.
The foremost connection between the student body and the faculty, staff and …