With just four games remaining in the 2011 season, A&M-Commerce is looking at the best remaining chance for victory Saturday, as the Lions host Angelo State for homecoming at Memorial Stadium. The Lions (0-6, 0-4 LSC) are already off to their worst start since 1926, but some relief could […]
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Sports column: Reason for Lions’ woes not totally in the players
With all the drama surrounding the A&M-Commerce football team the past week, amped up a quarterback change and subsequent exclusive interview with new starting quarterback J.J. Harp, I was ready to write an editorial targeted at the new signal-caller, and honestly, I was ready to criticize his performance. However, after […]
Cartoons not a necessity for quality childhood
Did you know that apparently in order to have a “good” childhood it is necessary to watch cartoons? I suppose that is probably a common thought, but it is one I do not follow. I always knew it was “different” that I did not like cartoons as a child, but […]
A look at homecoming
There has always been a rich history of homecoming events at Texas A&M University-Commerce, dating back to the first-ever spirit festival in 1892. Even though the homecoming football game may not be as old, it has stood the test of time, making history on its own along the way. The […]
Students’ abilities highlighted at ‘Super’ talent show
The week of homecoming festivities continued with the Super Power Talent Show in the Rayburn Student Center on Oct. 19, where students showcased their various talents to the community and a panel of judges. The event was presented by the Campus Activities Board (CAB) and hosted by comedian Paul Varghese. […]
Goal Ball gives students new look at disability
Students at Texas A&M University-Commerce got to experience part of what it means to be disabled when they took part in Goal Ball on Oct. 12. Goal ball is a game that is played in the paralympics for visually impaired athletes. It consists of three players on each side of […]
Doctor Doctor shows that professors are people too
The band ‘Doctor, Doctor’ is still performing for crowds nine years after it was created. The original band of all faculty members was created to perform at Texas A&M University – Commerce. According to Director of the Center for Applied Leadership Rick Miller they were trying to make a point […]
Degree program eliminations to be decided next week
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board will make a ruling on Oct. 27 on whether or not to go ahead with plans to eliminate certain A&M-Commerce degree programs. Currently, a master of arts (MA) in Spanish, MA in mathematics and MA in sociology would be phased out by the end […]
Camaraderie missing between university and community
The longer I am here at A&M-Commerce, the more I am astounded by the relationship between the community and the university. Now, before anyone gets their panties in a wad, let me just point out that I am in no way pointing fingers at anyone. And if I am, I’m […]
Football Preview: Winless Lions face struggling Texans in Stephenville
With last week’s heartbreaking loss, the A&M-Commerce Lions reached a low point that has not been matched since 1926. The Lions (0-5 overall, 0-3 LSC) will look to turn the page and swing the momentum their way Saturday when they head to Stephenville to face Tarleton State, another team hungry […]