PHOTO | FRANKIE SANCHEZ
Jonas Leon Rios
Staff Writer
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Select area high school students, determined to tackle another academic workshop, donned Grease-themed apparel on West Texas A&M University’s campus.
Upward Bound coordinator, Pyxa Sovilay said, “(Upward Bound) is not an entitlement or financial assistance program, it’s an academic prep program. We don’t want the (high school) students to apply to the program for the wrong reasons.”
“It’s designed to generate the skills and the …

Sam Carter
Opinion Writer
This past week I received a letter from a female reader who wished my opinion on a subject. As this will always be an open forum, and I am always ready to try and help a peer, I decided to publish and answer her question.
Dear Sam,
Many of my friends are getting engaged, married or having children, and it’s starting to creep me out. We’re all young cats right? What’s with all the hustle?
- J
Well J, I have much …

PHOTO | BRENT SEALS
Megan Gerber
Sports Reporter
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Buffalo men’s soccer (7-1-1) shutout the Rattlers of St. Mary’s University (2-5-1) in front of 225 fans in San Antonio, 5-0.
Sophomore defender Nicki Nielsen began the scoring streak with a deflected ball headed to the left corner in the 43rd minute of the game.
Junior forward Ben Everson then scored four consecutive goals in the last half of the game.
His performance places him in an elite …

Kayla Goodman
Kayla Goodman
Prairie Editor
This week, the Prairie Staff discussed the importance of programs, special individuals that grace us with their presence and opportunities to expand here at West Texas A&M University.
Upward Bound is a great opportunity for high school students who might not have otherwise gotten a chance at higher education. We have WT professors who have been around the world and even won awards in the Olympic Games. Many people do not realize who we have right …

Megan Gerber
Sports Reporter

The Lady Buffs lost for the first time this season, 1-0 when they met the Zias of Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, N.M.
The Lady Buffs put up 11 shots on goal, but the Zias’ 12 shots and 1 goal gave them the win.
WTAMU women’s soccer has a record of 6-1-1.
A cross pass from the left side by sophomore midfielder Danielle Thurman to freshman forward Brittany Bustos gave Bustos the first and only goal of the match.
“We were …

Michael Boit
Amanda Garcia
Prairie Reporter
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For over a century, the world has been mesmerized by the competition and honor that come with the Olympic Games. Every four years, millions are captivated by the ceremony and grandeur of competitors from all over the globe striving for a chance of glory.
Despite the passing of the Games, West Texas A&M University is still able to thrive in that honor and glory. As of a month …

PHOTO | ALLIE RENYA – SERVICE ACE: (Right) Outside hitter Lauren Thedford gears up to serve a floater deep into the opponent’s terrritory.
The West Texas A&M Volleyball program earned two more wins to remain unbeaten in the Lone Star conference, 4-0. The Lady Buffs swept Texas A&M-Commerce and Texas Woman’s University to post a 15-2 overall record.
“The girls are working harder,” Jason Skoch, head coach, said. “Last week was our best stretch of practices and it shows.”
The final scores …

Official poster.
Sam Carter & Beka Rutledge
Opinion Writer & Assistant Editor
DVD – GHOSTS OF GIRLFRIENDS PAST (New Line Cinema)
Sam Carter
Opinion Writer
Actors:

Matthew McConaughey: stars as Connor Mead, a womanizer who knows all the right ways to charm the ladies, but uses them for all the wrong reasons.
Jennifer Garner: plays Jenny Perotti, Connor’s love interest throughout the film who is the only one not susceptible for falling for his evil ways.
Michael Douglas: plays Uncle Wayne, the man who taught Connor how to charm …

Homecoming festivities begin next week with several fun activities planned. There is at least one big event everyday. However, Friday the 9th is when things really start rolling. Pigskin Revue and the bonfire followed by the Homecoming dance, featuring Safety Suit, are the attractions for that night. Saturday morning is the parade, as well as Fair on the Square. Then that night, is the usual painting up and tailgating. Finally, the biggest event of all-the game! Gear up in …

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