Law enforcement celebrates 100th academy

Amarillo College’s police academy is set to conduct its 100th graduation ceremony Wednesday. The program was started in 1968, and since then more than 2,000 students have passed through its doors and completed the program.

Dean leads new team

Amarillo College, in conjunction with the Amarillo Economic Development Corp., is redoubling efforts to respond to the needs of the area business community by forming a Rapid Response Team.

Youths educate peers, parents on health

Local schools working to prevent obesity

For the past decade, childhood obesity numbers have skyrocketed to new limits. In response, several local organizations are stepping up to the plate to fight the increasing numbers.

Relationship expert visits campus

Motivator speaks to students, faculty of sex, marriage

Students were given a little over an hour’s worth of free relationship advice Monday. Hasani Pettiford, a motivational speaker and relationship expert, visited the Washington Street Campus, where he spoke to students and faculty members.

Campus takes break to enjoy slam poetry

Taylor Mali’s slam poetry event brought anticipation to a room full of faculty and students Feb. 25.

Students, teachers to vote for Mead recipient

It is time for students to nominate outstanding faculty members to receive the John F. Mead Faculty Excellence Award.

Badger Hearts help provide head start

The students who make up the Badger Hearts help other students get their lives started.

Resource center aids Hereford

Amarillo College’s Hereford Campus is working on increasing student aid on campus.

Badger Briefs

Includes: Final Common Reader discussion scheduled, Campus to close for spring break, SGA provides drunk driving simulation, and West Campus to host open house.