The Student Trading and Research fund surpassed $5 million on Friday, marking a new milestone for the student-managed investment portfolio. The STAR fund operates through the business class, Fin 439, where students manage a portion of the university’s endowment. The fund began with an initial investment of $25,000 in the 1980s and later ... [Read More…]
SGA transitions leadership at changing of the guard ceremony
The Student Government Association marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another Wednesday night during its annual “Changing of the Guard” ceremony, a tradition that celebrates past leadership while officially welcoming a new administration. The ceremony on Wednesday gave senators and the executive cabinet a chance to reflect on the ... [Read More…]
Hamm, Talley elected to lead SGA for 2026–27 school year
The Student Government Association’s 2026-27 school year president and vice president elections were finalized on Monday, with Josh Hamm named student body president and Luke Talley elected vice president. The results mark the conclusion of this year’s SGA election cycle and the beginning of the transition process between administrations. Hamm, a ... [Read More…]
Major developments to arrive this year, AI project, retail expansion
Abilene is expected to see several new developments in 2026, bringing changes to downtown spaces, new dining and retail options and expanded flight access. Downtown updates One of the major downtown projects is the Cypress Street Pedestrian Plaza, located between North First and North Second streets. The plaza will include green space, shaded ... [Read More…]
Student body president, vice president candidates debate as elections begin
The study body's presidential and vice presidential candidates participated in an on-campus debate on Tuesday in Hart Auditorium. Elections opened at noon, immediately following the debate, and will remain open through Friday at 3 p.m. Josh Hamm is running unopposed for student body president, while Luke Talley and Jewel Cobb are both running ... [Read More…]
SGA candidates share vision for campus leadership
Three students are running for executive positions in the Student Government Association, outlining plans to strengthen student representation, engagement and campus connections ahead of the upcoming election. Josh Hamm is running for student body president, while Luke Talley and Jewel Cobb are running for vice president. Students will have the ... [Read More…]
SGA campaigns to soon begin as executive elections approach
Student Government Association executive elections are approaching in March, and current leaders are encouraging students to both run for office and vote, emphasizing the direct impact SGA has on campus life. SGA President Tamil Adele, senior criminal justice major from Midland, said the election process began earlier than in previous years, ... [Read More…]
View from the sidelines: Life during New Member Orientation
New Member Orientation season is once again underway, and even students who are not participating say it is impossible to ignore. From coordinated outfits at Chapel to chants echoing through the campus, pledging traditions have become part of the daily rhythm of campus life. For students watching from the sidelines, the experience is equal parts ... [Read More…]
Cinema Society receives additional funding for first time ever at SGA spring budget meeting
Only one student organization received additional funding at the semi-annual budget meeting Thursday after the Student Government Association approved its Spring 2026 budget. SGA allocated $29,600 to 64 student organizations, an increase from 59 organizations funded last semester. The university remains one of the few institutions where SGA ... [Read More…]
When coffee stops helping and starts hurting
I first started listening to heavy metal music in my junior year of high school. During my 20-minute commute, I blasted screaming vocals through my speakers, not because I loved the sound, but because I needed something strong enough to keep me awake. By then, my caffeine addiction was so intense that three energy drinks a day couldn’t keep me ... [Read More…]
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