For the first time since its establishment in 2007, the Honors College of Texas A&M University-Commerce has had a member accepted into medical school. Senior chemistry and biology double major Jeffery Sun received acceptance into the UTMB-Galveston medical program. Sun has demonstrated the qualities of an honors student through […]
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Safe spaces a refuge for life’s stresses
The other night, a friend and I went to the rec center. We wanted to play some basketball, since it’s a good workout and it has been a while since I’ve played. Basketball has always been a sport I enjoy both playing and watching, and now that the NBA has […]
New lodging gives Lions a den to call their own
Students at Texas A&M University-Commerce now have a new option in off campus living as the Lion’s Den has officially opened for business, after buying out the University Inn. The Lion’s Den, located on Highway 50, offers lodging to A&M-Commerce students and has a café that is open to the […]
Annual celebration brings new look to student center
Students and faculty alike came together on Jan. 25 to celebrate the 3rd birthday of the Rayburn Student Center. The festivities started at roughly 11:00 a.m., and students quickly got in line for various activities and giveaways, including free T-shirts among other things. This year’s celebration brought change to the […]
UPD investigating New Pride vandalism
Profane graffiti was discovered around the front door and window of New Pride apartment 315. Officer Williams was dispatched to the scene and observed the graffiti, which appeared to be flat black or dark gray primer from an aerosol can. It spelled out profane words and statements such as […]
Farmer steps in as Lions’ first-ever strength coach
On Jan. 26, Texas A&M University-Commerce Athletic Director Carlton Cooper announced the hiring of Lance Farmer as the Lions’ new strength and conditioning coach. Farmer will work with all 11 athletic programs, supervising weight lifting, conditioning, fitness and nutritional programs for all student athletes. Prior to his arrival at […]
Degreeworks nears completion, debuts next month
After about a year of testing and training, a more “user-friendly” advising system will soon be available for Texas A&M University-Commerce students. University Registrar Paige Bussell said they plan to have Degreeworks up and ready for students to access by Feb. 20. A link for the new program will be […]
‘The Grey’ offers intense atmosphere and philosophy
Liam Neeson has been building quite a name for himself in the past few years. It says a lot about your vocation when the roles of a Jedi, the mentor of Batman, and the King of the Greek gods are not among the highlights of your acting career. He’s managed […]
Preview: Lions host Cameron, aiming to find win column
The Cameron Aggies will invade The Field House in Commerce on Saturday, as Texas A&M University-Commerce looks to put an end to their losing ways. The Lion women will tip off against Cameron at 6 p.m., followed by the men’s game at 8 p.m. Both games can be heard live […]