We need a raise. More specifically, The East Texan needs a raise. Simple economics: As time goes on, things cost more. Sounds accurate enough, right? So if inflation causes the price of things to increase, why has our budget decreased over the years? OK, costs go up and budgets get […]
Lions are champs in my books
After the loss to Clayton State in the quarterfinals round of the NCAA Division II Tournament, your season ended in dramatic fashion. So does that make you losers? Hell no! That can’t mean you are winners, right? Wrong! But what is it that we can call this years Texas A&M […]
War here to stay, no matter what we do
A few years ago Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks made the comment that she was “ashamed the President of the United States is from Texas”. Cindy Sheehan has made it her life work to protest the Iraq war and voiced that opinion to anyone willing (or not willing, as […]
Think you have what it takes?
So did everyone have a nice break? Have you re-energized? Is your crotch on fire? I think they have penicillin in the infirmary. People ask me all the time, “Michael, just where do you get off writing such sophomoric and stupid humor? And you act like an idiot on television! […]
Tasty China review
Names can often times be deceiving; but in the case of Tasty China, a Chinese food restaurant not far from campus, the name is quite fitting, because the food is just that: tasty! The restaurant itself is a pleasant experience from start to finish. Although the rooms are poorly lit […]
Magical run ends
KEARNEY Neb. – As the Cinderella story of the 2007 NCAA Division II Elite Eight, the Texas A&M University-Commerce Lions fell short of their first ever national championship when the Clayton State Lakers downed the Lions 60-55 to end their historic season. “This season by far was not disappointing,” said […]
Lions track finds success in field events
The Texas A&M University-Commerce track teams traveled to Waco on March 24, 2007 to take part in the Dr. Pepper Invitational, hosted by Baylor University, and achieved some new season-best marks. On the women’s side, the Lions had strong performances in the field events. Lindsey Rainey finished fourth place in […]
Lion golf round-up
The Texas A&M University-Commerce men’s golf team finished in eighth out of 14 teams at the UCO/KickingBird Classic, posting a team total of 877 (301-286-290). Blake Slaughter of St. Edward’s brought home individual honors with a nine-under par 201 (67-68-66). He also led the Hilltoppers to a team title, which […]
University gearing up for relay
Relay for Life often brings together the community of Commerce and the city, and several groups are already out to make a difference for the fundraising event. The fourth annual overnight event for Relay for Life will be held April 13 with Texas A&M University – Commerce students and residents […]
Bridge Builders donate to help future students
For students and faculty looking to give back to the university, Bridge Builders might be the way to go. Bridge Builders serves as a way for current and retired faculty and staff who value Texas A&M University-Commerce to donate to the university. Director of Annual Giving Jan Ainsworth heads the […]