Texas A&M University-Commerce implemented budget cuts during the summer, which were submitted and accepted by the state government, in order to offset the economic downturn. Provost Larry Lemanski said although making budget cuts can be difficult, he and the university remain vigilant in fulfilling the school’s mission. “In this […]
Pan-Hellenic recruitment allows students to find new home
Finding a home away from home is possible for college students. Next week is Pan-Hellenic recruitment for ladies interested in joining a sorority. Orientation is set for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7, in Innovation A and B on the second floor of the Sam Rayburn Student Center. On Tuesday, applicants […]
Inside the new Music Building (Slideshow)
Professors receive research grants over summer
Three Texas A&M University-Commerce professors received grants from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for education and research projects this summer. Dr. Madeline Justice, department head and professor of educational leadership, received a grant of $243,686 over five years from the U.S. Department of Education through the Texas A&M University […]
Editor excited about Commerce
Bed sheets: check. Computer: check. Clothes: check. The rest of my materialistic items I can’t live without: check! I loaded up my little red car all by myself, filled up with gas and headed to Commerce for a semester of classes, work and memories I will most likely never forget. […]
Evans removed as dean of Arts and Sciences
Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Christine Evans was removed from her office this summer and offered a position as a professor in the agriculture department. Professor in the Literature and Language department Dr. Sal Attardo will hold the position while a national search is conducted to fill […]
Writer offers freshmen weight loss “tips”
My weight is something I’ve dealt with for years. It’s not like I have ever been extremely overweight, but I have never considered myself to be in good shape by any means. So, here are some tips to help keep off those dreaded “Freshman 15.” As far as working out […]
East Texan previews 2010 Lions football season
Team Overview Last Season: 5-5, Lone Star Conference North Division Champions Head Coach: Guy Morriss Offense: 2009 Statistics: 24.5 points per game, 76.1 rushing yards per game, 222 passing yards a game. Key Returning Players: OL John Marshall, QB Adam Farkes, RB Marcus Graham, WR Taylor Fore, WR Adam Jones, […]
A&M-commerce to debut new Memorial Stadium for Lions football season
While the A&M-Commerce football players have been preparing themselves for the new season, construction crews have been adding the final touches to a renovated Memorial Stadium. The renovations include new east-side bleachers, a new concession stand on the east side, and a new, $650 thousand scoreboard equipped with a video […]
“Madden ’11” brings more of same
In some ways, the “Madden” football video game franchise is like your favorite cereal. Every year the makers try to add something to make it better, maybe a new box, adding some new colors, maybe even a new shape of marshmallow. But every year, you open the box, pour a […]