Dear Dr. O’Brien,
I am writing this letter as a learning tool for what could be done as West Texas A&M continues to forge ahead into the future. I am a senior, graduating in May, and I feel that I have some very useful insight as a student here.
I would first like to focus on some things that may need to be improved on in the future. I know that this is beating a dead horse into the ground, but parking …

Dear Students and Faculty:
Well, it’s that time of year again when everyone moves on due to graduation. I am one of those people, and therefore, this is my last issue here at WT. It’s kind of a bittersweet feeling to be honest. I have had a great time being editor of the new Prairie magazine, and I have learned so much being a part of this publication.
My main goal this year was to first of …

In case you’re not like me, and you haven’t been crossing the days off your calendar, the end of the semester is quickly approaching. For seniors, like myself, it means the end of our time at WT. But before I fade off into the sunset singing, “Friends Forever” with my WT ALUMNI bumper sticker, I decided to take a look back at all the programs and events I took advantage of, or should have, in my time here.

Yes this is …

Kayla Goodman
This week we have a myriad of stories that will have something for everyone, I’m sure of it! We have everything from an update on the Turkey trip during Spring Break to a name change of a local football team. You won’t be disappointed with this issue.
We only have two more issues for this school year, so make sure you get your fill of The Prairie these next few weeks. If you have any suggestions, or you just want …

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Any films on recent history tend to be a tricky endeavor. The timeliness makes for relevancy, but mining modern events and issues for entertainment value can seem exploitative. Green Zone addresses the complexities of why the U.S. went to war with Iraq, without fully embracing the shades of gray prevalent in international politics. Like most Hollywood films, it wants the answers to be easier than they really are.
The film’s trailers make the reteaming of director Paul Greengrass …

In case you haven’t been keeping tabs on Amarillo’s sports scene (yes Amarillo has a sports scene) I’m here to let you in on the latest happenings. The Dilla’s are still alive and kicking with possible upgrades to the Dilla Villa, the Gorillas are wrapping things up and the Amarillo Dusters are no longer here. For those of you unaware of the Dusters, they were our indoor football team. But before we break out the Kleenex and get are bugles …

Ahh March is here… The sun is shining (for a couple days); spring break plans are coming together, green beer is mere days away and Sports Center has non-stop tournament talk. That’s right the NCAA Basketball tournament is quickly approaching. I have looked forward to breaking out the brackets and highlighters all year long, and the moment is finally upon us. But it just occurred to me that everyone doesn’t sit around and watch ESPN all day long like I …

Official Movie Poster
When the trailer for Shutter Island first appeared last year, it suggested a creepy, perhaps a bit “over the top” horror film starring Leonardo DiCaprio, set for an October 2009 release. Partially the result of a bad economy (production studio Paramount claimed an inability to muster the $50-60 million for advertising) and DiCaprio’s unavailability for an international press tour (he was working on his next film by the fall), Shutter Island was held back until February 2010.
February is …

Have a Fun and Safe Spring Break! – The Prairie Staff
It’s March, and guess what that means? It means fun built in for the whole month.
This issue highlights all the fun happening this month. I’m sure all of you are ready for Spring Break, just like us, and we have made sure that you are completely ready. We have safe tips and guidlines for you to follow (even though you are probably thinking you’re in college and don’t need someone …

Kayla Goodman
This week’s issue highlights mainly what is happening now and in the future for the campus of West Texas A&M University. New changes will arise in the upcoming months to better the campus and to provide new places for the WT students (that’s you). With all these changes happening, WT will look like a brand new University.
Not only are there changes at WT, but also in the neighboring city, Amarillo.
Amarillo has become nationally recognized as a MMA leader. When …