🏟️ Facility Friday: Bain-Schaeffer Buffalo Stadium
Home to Buff football and one of the premier NCAA Division II football facilities in the nation. Bain-Schaeffer Buffalo Stadium has room for more than 8,500 fans who want to gather and watch football under the West Texas sky 🦬
ALT A wide view of the Citizens Bank Plaza at West Texas A&M University. The image features a clear blue sky, a central pathway leading to a buffalo statue, and surrounding stadium seating.
We dance to create 🩰
At WT, dancers are challenged to grow as performers and creative thinkers while preparing for opportunities on and off the stage 🦬
ALT A group of ballet dancers pose together in a dance studio, each with one hand extended making a go buffs gesture. They are wearing black dance attire and ballet shoes. The studio has posters on the walls, one mentioning "The Studio" and another with a picture of a dancer.
ALT Ballet dancers practicing in a studio, one in mid-air with others engaged in various poses. Wall posters are on the wall in the background hanging above a bar mounted to a wall.
ALT A ballet dancer in a black leotard and tights performs a grand jeté in a dance studio. Two others are practicing in the background, and the room is bright with natural light coming through the windows.
ALT A person performs a ballet pose in a studio, wearing a black dance outfit with pointed dance shoes. The dance studio has white walls with a bar mounted and a poster hanging above.
ALT A group of people are standing on a sports field, holding a small buffalo on a leash. They are wearing maroon shirts with "WT" embroidered on them and cowboy hats. An American flag is in the background. An overlay shows a music player with the song "Choosin' Texas" by Ella Langley.
ALT A group of ballet dancers pose together in a dance studio, all smiling and making a friendly hand gesture. A music overlay shows the track "Rein Me In (with Olivia Dean)" by Sam Fender and Olivia Dean.
ALT A person in graduation attire is smiling and holding a diploma cover. They are wearing a decorated graduation stole. In the background, blurry figures in similar attire can be seen. At the top, there's a music player overlay showing "Pop" by Harry Styles.
ALT Three people standing outdoors, smiling and reaching out towards the camera. A music player overlay shows "Human Nature" by Michael Jackson. Trees and a campus background are visible.
Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country 🇺🇸
In observance of Memorial Day, West Texas A&M University will be closed today.
Good views and even better company 🦬🌄
WT Outdoors helps you explore places like Palo Duro Canyon and other national parks so you can stay in touch with nature during your college career!
Stop by the WT Outdoors Rental Center to gear up for your next adventure 🎒 🛶
ALT A group of people standing outdoors in a sunlit area with trees and a red rocky cliff in the background. They are casually dressed and appear to be enjoying a hike, with some smiling and waving at the camera.
Summer starts with WT Camps 🦬☀️
From athletics to hands-on learning experiences, WT Camps give kids the opportunity to learn and have fun on WT’s campus in a safe and engaging environment.
Parents — now’s the time to sign your child up and let them experience WT firsthand. ✨
Future speech-language pathologists at work 🦬
WT students explore swallowing mechanics and the role food textures and consistencies play in patient care. Happy National Speech-Language Pathologist Day 🤙
One of our favorite things about graduation season is seeing our local photographers do their thing with our WT graduates ✨
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ALT A young lady with blonde hair wearing a white dress standing next to a brown horse holding the reigns. The background is filled with green leaves and sunshine.
ALT Blonde lady wearing a black felt cowgirl hat is sitting on a stairwell leaning back on one hand. She is in a black dress with a maroon and white graduation stole with WT and a buffalo on the sides.
ALT A person wearing a wide-brimmed cowboy hat and a "WT" logo polo shirt is showing a ring prominently towards the camera. There's a background of trees and a building.
ALT A young lady posing by squatting down in a sitting position holding a white hat labeled Valero. The lady has dirty blonde hair and is wearing a white sun dress with blue flowers.
Graduate. Succeed. 🦬🎶
From a love for music to real career opportunities, Dillon’s WT journey is all about doing what you love and preparing for what’s next 🫡
Graduation checklist 🎓
✔️ Comfortable shoes
✔️ Arrive early
✔️ Cap & gown ready
✔️ Phone charged for photos
✔️ Family meeting plan for after
ALT Young lady with brown hair posing in front of a marble buffalo statue. The lady is turned sideways with one hand behind her back and the other hand grabbing the hair on the top of her head. She is wearing a white dress with black polka dots and a black and yellow graduation hood around her neck.
ALT A person stands confidently in front of a building labeled "OLD MAIN," wearing a white shirt, striped tie, khaki pants, and brown shoes. The structure features classical columns and brick architecture. The scene is bright and clear.
ALT A person is seated in a sports stadium, wearing a maroon "West Texas A&M Alumni" shirt. They're making a hand gesture. The seating area features several numbered maroon seats, and the background shows a building with "Bain-Schaeffer" on it.
ALT A person in a blazer and trousers stands smiling and making a gesture with one hand. They are standing next to a large, maroon "WT" sculpture on a grassy area, with trees and buildings in the background.
Caps, gowns, and commencement week 🎓🦬
The Class of 2026 is almost ready to cross the stage. Watch the video to see ceremony dates and times for each college ⏰
ALT A buffalo stands in a fenced enclosure. The text over the image reads, "Your future is bright, grad student." The photo has a black and white filter.
ALT A bison walks across a fenced area in a shaded image. Text above reads, “You have to lock in, undergrad.” The image is in black and white.
ALT A bison stands in an enclosure. The text on the image reads, "Engineering student, don't cry." Image is in black and white.
ALT A bison stands in a fenced area outdoors. The text at the top reads, "You deserve a sweet treat, stressed student." The image is in black and white.
Happy National Nurses Day! 🩺
Our nursing students gain hands-on experience with advanced simulation technology, building the skills and confidence to lead in healthcare in the Texas Panhandle and beyond! ❤️
ALT A female with long brown hair and blonde highlights and wearing a navy polo with a WT logo on the left pocket is hovering over a test dummy patient laying in a hospital bed. The room is set up like a hospital room, but is a simulation. The dummy patient has blonde hair.
Graduate. Succeed. 🦬
Adrian’s path wasn’t perfect, but he didn’t do it alone.
With the discipline and support of WT Athletics, he stayed on track (pun intended), earned his degree, and is now ready to make an impact as a coach and teacher 👟
Happy Decision Day Buffs!!! 🤍🦬
We’re so excited you chose WT, fall semester can’t come soon enough! Make it official and lock in your spot by signing up for NSO using the link in our bio… we’ll see you soon 👀✨