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The Rams and Spirit get ready to execute a play during the game.
Rams lose a close game against Ottawa University
September 20, 2022
Mariachi Oro Azul is led by Mr. Ramon Nino III and has 11 student members.
TxWes offers a mariachi course 
September 15, 2022
BSA president Nuriyah Hall (blue shirt) plays spades with other students at the BSA mixer at Black Coffee.
Student organizations promote diversity
September 14, 2022
Copies of Aries over the years - the magazine has had many different designs and styles.
Aries submissions are open for the fall edition
September 12, 2022
Head Coach Joe Prud’Homme gives a speech to his players after their win against Oklahoma Panhandle State.
Rams win 52-0 against Oklahoma Panhandle State
September 12, 2022
Spooky Podcast: Boyd House and West Library
Spooky Podcast: Boyd House and West Library
October 30, 2021
Spooky Podcast: Ann Waggoner Hall
Spooky Podcast: Ann Waggoner Hall
October 22, 2021
Spooky Podcast: Dan Waggoner Hall
Spooky Podcast: Dan Waggoner Hall
October 9, 2021
#StopAsianHate: What They Don’t Tell You (3-part series)
April 30, 2021
Community at the University
April 30, 2021
The Rams and Spirit get ready to execute a play during the game.
Rams lose a close game against Ottawa University
September 20, 2022
Head Coach Joe Prud’Homme gives a speech to his players after their win against Oklahoma Panhandle State.
Rams win 52-0 against Oklahoma Panhandle State
September 12, 2022
Texas Wesleyan University played against Arkansas State University – Querétaro Campus for the first time.
TxWes football team wins home opener 54 to 0
August 28, 2022
Rams host international football game
Rams host international football game
August 26, 2022
The softball and baseball teams practice at Sycamore Park, one mile west of campus. The teams do not have a locker room or private restrooms during practice.
Wesleyan softball team wants own clubhouse
May 9, 2022
Professor Joe Brown sits in his office surrounded by his trinkets and memorabilia that make him feel more at home.
Pro Joe staple in the Wesleyan community
April 26, 2022
The cast of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Theatre Wesleyan hosts 67th Spring Musical
April 21, 2022
The organization focuses on traditional comic books and manga books, a Japanese style of comic books aimed at adults.
Comic book fans on campus start new club
April 7, 2022
Aries Vol. 27, released in 2012, is the most recent publication of the magazine.
Aries rises at Texas Wesleyan
March 8, 2022
Artist Laura Hunt is standing next to the portrait purchased by Texas Wesleyan University.
Art exhibit opens at the Bernice Coulter Templeton Gallery
March 3, 2022
Kendal Clark, who graduates in May, poses for a photograph.
Kendal Clark spiritual journey
May 20, 2022
Graphic by Kendal Clark
Kevin Ren is reaching for success in a new territory
December 15, 2021
Muhye Hammattah’s first day as an academic advisor on January 13th, 2018.
The man who gives, reaches for success and encourages others to reach their fullest potential
December 11, 2021
Texas Wesleyan University welcomes Dr. Gina Warren
Texas Wesleyan University welcomes Dr. Gina Warren
October 12, 2021
Greg Burnette is an Aggies fan, having received his associates degree in electronics from the A&M extension school in 1983. “I try to alternate, one day Rams and the next an Aggies, I support both my schools,” he said.
Burnette wants to inspire and give back to his community
October 8, 2021
Career Fair Event at Texas Wesleyan
Career Fair Event at Texas Wesleyan
September 23, 2022
September Newscast with Crystal Hernandez
September Newscast with Crystal Hernandez
September 21, 2022
Move In Day
Move In Day
August 22, 2022
Robing Ceremony Spring 2022
Robing Ceremony Spring 2022
May 21, 2022
Rams Puzzle Piece Ep.2 :Connect College Ministry
Ram’s Puzzle Piece Ep.2 :Connect College Ministry
May 9, 2022
TxWes student Charles Trammell honored at memorial
TxWes student Charles Trammell honored at memorial
September 1, 2022
Accommodations and accessibility challenges students with disabilities on campus
Accommodations and accessibility challenges students with disabilities on campus
May 13, 2022
Directors and donors took part in breaking the ground.
Wesleyan community breaks new ground at stadium site
May 5, 2022
The price of education: Financial hardships and their impact on students
The price of education: Financial hardships and their impact on students
December 20, 2021
The Beard family and Bourgeois family cheer on their athletes with TX Wes Alumni Mark and Janet Stoufflet, Lou and Anne Lavely and other game spectators posing in the stands of the homecoming game.
Rams fans cheer during the homecoming football game
November 1, 2021
The price of education: Financial hardships and their impact on students
The price of education: Financial hardships and their impact on students
December 20, 2021
International students share superstitions from India, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mexico, and Serbia. Graphic by Hannah Onder
Beyond the challenges: International students and the battle with COVID-19 
April 22, 2021
Intangible feelings: Anxiety and depression from the perspectives of students
Intangible feelings: Anxiety and depression from the perspectives of students
May 5, 2020
Facts about US college students and STD rates. Courtesy: https://www.thepalmettopanther.com/day-7-college-stds-by-the-numbers/#
Rising STDs Among College Students
December 18, 2019
Illustration by Elena Maldonado
Single and Not Ready to Mingle
May 14, 2019
Spooky Podcast: Boyd House and West Library
Spooky Podcast: Boyd House and West Library
October 30, 2021
Spooky Podcast: Ann Waggoner Hall
Spooky Podcast: Ann Waggoner Hall
October 22, 2021
Spooky Podcast: Dan Waggoner Hall
Spooky Podcast: Dan Waggoner Hall
October 9, 2021
#StopAsianHate: What They Don’t Tell You (3-part series)
April 30, 2021
Community at the University
April 30, 2021

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Theater Wesleyan illustrates satisfying alternative performance style in COVID-19 regulations with “At A Distance”

Theater Wesleyan illustrates satisfying alternative performance style in COVID-19 regulations with “At A Distance”

October 5, 2020
Texas Wesleyan Rams Swim Team Vice President Raul Caballero Montes and President Brooklynn Rowe pose together in the Sid Richardson Building. The only officers the swim club has is a president and vice president who act as the coach and assistant coach. Photo contributed by Brooklynn Rowe

Freshman treads the challenges of starting a swimming club during the pandemic

September 24, 2020
Students hang their graduation robes in the closet waiting for the December 2020 graduation. Graphic by Hannah Onder

Seniors shouldn’t feel bad for postponing their graduation a semester in the pandemic

September 8, 2020
Cindy Flores poses outside James C. Armstrong & O.C. Armstrong Hall. Flores moved into O.C. Hall after a four-hour drive up from Houston with her mom, Maria, and her two brothers, Isabel and Giovanny. Photo by Hannah Onder

Between financial hardships and COVID-19 restrictions move-in day offers potential challenges for students

August 24, 2020
Jessica Mendez talks to students about Baptist Student Ministries (BSM) at the President’s Picnic. Texas Wesleyan used to have a BSM on campus, and Mendez came from Texas Christian University’s BSM to revive it. Screenshot by Hannah Onder

Annual President’s Picnic tradition persists despite COVID-19 restrictions

August 21, 2020
SGA President Alyssa Hutchinson pauses for a photo after Fridays meeting. Photo by Hannah Lathen

SGA elections lead to a new era with new president and VP for the fall

May 5, 2020
SGA President Alyssa Hutchinson talks to Lexi Barlow and Karen Duarte-Escobar (left to right) during a SGA meeting. Photo by Hannah Onder

Hutchinson discusses potential changes to SGA representation

April 20, 2020
President Frederick Slabach congratulates the graduates at the ceremony at MacGormen Chapel. Photo by Shaydi Paramore

Slabach hosts first virtual 2020 Town Hall meeting

April 13, 2020

SGA resumes weekly meetings remotely

March 30, 2020
Academic advising adjusts to COVID-19 regulations

Academic advising adjusts to COVID-19 regulations

March 26, 2020
Junior E-6 bilingual education major Graciela Frausto is sworn into SGA as the School of Education representative by SGA President Alyssa Hutchinson. Photo by Hannah Onder

SGA obtains a full board for Spring 2020 semester

March 2, 2020

Quintanilla announces school merger at SGA meeting

February 17, 2020

SGA swears in two new associate justices

February 10, 2020
Senior psychology major Adreanna Balcorta works her front desk job during finals week. Balcorta will celebrate Christmas and New Year’s over the winter break. Im engaged, so Im probably split amongst my family and her family. Both our parents are divorced, so thats even more of a breakdown. So probably, there will be multiple parties and lots of time watching people open presents,” Balcorta said. Photo by Hannah Onder

Rams talk about their winter holiday traditions

December 6, 2019
Senior mass communication major Massaran Kromah poses in the Eunice and James L. West Library. Kromah’s favorite memories at Wesleyan were writing stories about the library. “Just going up to people and talking to them and meeting a lot of different people, those are my favorite memories,” Kromah said. Photo by Hannah Onder

Kromah crosses the stage for her mother

December 6, 2019

IT discusses campus technology updates at 2020 Town Hall meeting

November 6, 2019

Super Bowl champion speaks at annual Marjorie Herrera Lewis speaker series

October 29, 2019

Veilleux announces fall 2019 enrollment increase at 2020 Town Hall meeting

October 9, 2019
Senior sociology major Stacie Hill poses with her three tote bags of information. She gathered two of the bags for friends that werent on campus on Thursday. Photo by Hannah Onder

Career Services hosts annual Graduate and Professional Fair in the Martin Center

September 27, 2019
Dr.Dennis Hall (left) talks with the other members of Student Affairs before the 2020 Town Hall meeting starts. Photo by Hannah Onder

2020 Town Hall meetings migrate to the Martin University Center

September 10, 2019
Lambeda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority members Angela Castillo, Elizabeth Gomez, and Devyn Teague (left to right) pose in front of their booth as they work to recruit new sisters at the Presidents Picnic. Photo by Hannah Onder

Rams welcomed back in two Martin University Center events

August 23, 2019
Dr. Hector Quintanilla, President Frederick Slabach and Dr. Allen Henderson (left to right) celebrate Hendersons legacy. Photo by Arely Chavez

Henderson hangs up provost position to teach

August 20, 2019
Beth Jackson, Kirsten Trudo, Jennifer Harrison, Nadine Yasin, Stacie Hill, and Dr. Chad Pevateaux (left to right) pose for a photo commemorating them as the Tau Sigma Honor Society officers and advisors for 2019-20. “Like an old restaurant might hang a sign saying, Under New Management, were under new leadership. As director of liberal studies, I work primarily with transfer students and was asked to take over as faculty sponsor for Tau Sigma, the national honor society to recognize outstanding transfer students. And now we have some great new members, four of whom have volunteered to take leadership roles as new officers. Their energy is contagious! Beth Jackson, academic coordinator for liberal studies, also is helping out immensely,” Pevateaux wrote. Photo contributed by Stacie Hill

New leadership remakes Tau Sigma for fall 2019

August 20, 2019
Kit Hall (left) and Dr. John Hall (right) pose togehter for a selfie. Photo by Kit Hall

Halls retire together after 25 years

April 25, 2019
While payment plans are necessary, students face several issues with Wesleyan’s financial policies and enforcement of them. Cartoon by Hannah Onder

Payment plan woes stress students

April 14, 2019
SGA Senior Representative Jaqueline Rodriguez joins the debate about the InBody Analysis bill. Photo by Hannah Onder

SGA meeting packed with 10 bills on the floor

April 12, 2019
Associate Vice President of Student Affairs Gary Stout talks about Wesleyan graduate survey results. Photo by Hannah Onder

Student Affairs featured in final 2020 Town Hall Meeting for spring semester

April 10, 2019
Senior theater major Skylar Peters (above) worked with Barbara Barnhart to plan the Big Service event. Photo by Hannah Onder

Wesleyan paints new service opportunities

April 10, 2019
“Captain Marvel” stars Brie Larson as Vers and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury, with their cat partner Goose. Photo by IMDb

Marvel unleashes first female lead

March 30, 2019
The BSA officers (left) Briana Veasley, Blen Hussain, Melvin Smith, Rocio Zimzamudio, and Kiana Veasley pose at the lunch and lecture event in the Baker Building before the lecture. Photo by Hannah Onder

BSA closes Black History Month with a cookout

March 1, 2019
Students Alyssa Hutchinson and Hannah Lathen (left) and alumni Valeria Ramos and Tristeza Ordex-Ramirez marched at the Women’s March in downtown Fort Worth in January. They decided to form a women’s organization at the march. Photo courtesy of Hannah Lathen

Women invoke power: New organization seeks to educate campus on social issues

February 28, 2019
Senior business major Joyce Pedigo poses with a mirror to symbolize her morning routine of waking up, looking into a mirror and giving herself a compliment. “You can’t really do anything full-heartedly if you can’t completely care for yourself.” Photo by Hannah Onder

Don’t forget to love yourself

February 14, 2019
Kali Rogers-Smith talks during a Zeta Phi Beta Information Meeting on Wednesday night in the Carter Conference Center. Photo by Hannah Onder

Sorority recruitment storms Wesleyan

January 31, 2019
Black Friday does not have to impede on your Thanksgiving traditions, and participation could be incorporated in your holiday. Cartoon by Hannah Onder

Black Friday doesn’t spoil traditions

November 22, 2018
According to Anice Lewis-Hollins and the CDC, these are ways to prevent the flu from spreading. Graphic by Hannah Onder

Wesleyan works to prevent flu on campus

November 21, 2018
The legalization of marijuana has medical and economic benefits that can outweigh the cons. Cartoon by Hannah Onder

Legalization of marijuana continues to be hot political topic

November 13, 2018
Texas Wesleyan plans to add the online M.Ed and online BBA completion program in the fall of 2019, due to growing market demand. Graphic by Hannah Onder

Wesleyan to launch 2 new online degrees in 2019

November 13, 2018
Americans need to take action to reduce their carbon emissions before 2020. President Donald Trump acknowledged global warming, but said it isn’t worth sacrificing jobs or money. Cartoon by Hannah Onder

Americans need to act before 2020

November 13, 2018
Senior marketing management major Finn Le and senior criminal justice major Zach Lanham are crowned the 2018 homecoming queen and king. Photo by Hannah Onder

Lanham and Le crowned Homecoming king and queen

November 5, 2018
Faculty and staff gather in the Baker Building for the Tuesday town hall meeting. Photo by Hannah Onder

Slabach and Young discuss the importance of campus tours during town hall meeting

October 16, 2018
Young adults should take the political opinons they post on social media and take them to the ballot box Nov. 6. Cartoon by Hannah Onder

Students should not be afraid to vote

October 9, 2018
The Rams lost to the Langston Lions on Saturday at Farrington Field. Graphic by Hannah Onder

Lions lick Rams 55-31 in stormy game

October 7, 2018
The Rams on offensive during the first quarter against Texas State. The Rams won the game 36-7. Photo by Amanda Roach

Rams plan to rise to the occasion against Langston Lions

October 4, 2018
People shouldn’t be losing their jobs over old social media posts. People grow in chaacter through experience, and employers should check social media before they hire people. Cartoon by Hannah Onder

People shouldn’t lose jobs over old posts

September 27, 2018
Students have to find alternate paths around the construction site. Photo by Hannah Onder

Martin Center construction progresses

September 24, 2018
The Rams lost to the Arizona Christian Firestorm on Saturday in Phoenix. Graphic by Hannah Onder

Rams burned by Firestorm 36-29 in heated game

September 23, 2018
Jim Lewis talks about the Nick and Lou Martin University Center at the town hall meeting on Tuesday. Photo by Hannah Onder

Slabach talks about changes coming to Texas Wesleyan at first town hall meeting of semester

September 11, 2018
The Wesleyan Chamber Singers perform the Alma Mater at the beginning of Tuesdays convocation. Photo by Hannah Onder

Slabach discusses Wesleyan’s future at convocation

August 28, 2018
Senior mass communication Sarah Owens hugs Associate Professor of Mass Communication Dr. Kay Colley after robing. Photo by Hannah Onder

Seniors gather at Nicholas Martin Hall for spring 2018 robing

May 20, 2018
Students should be cautious about what they post to social media, and schools should create expectations in their handbooks. Graphic by Hannah Onder.

Dumb tweets shouldn’t mean expulsion

April 24, 2018
President Frederick Slabach speaks at the 2020 Town Hall meeting about university updates and the new block rate for the fall semester. Photo by Hannah Onder

Students left unsatisfied with answers from 2020 Town Hall meeting

April 18, 2018
Students who want a better chance at obtaining a job after they graduate shouldn’t rely solely on their degree. Employers are more likely to hire applicants with a degree that have demonstated they can apply that knowledge through internships. Cartoon by Hannah Onder.

Degrees alone won’t get students jobs

April 4, 2018
Mike Jeffcoat began coaching at Texas Wesleyan in 2002. Photo by Little Joe

Jeffcoat pitches his opinion on his termination

March 8, 2018
This is the email Dennis Hall sent to students this afternoon updating them on the situation. Graphic by Hannah Onder

Students react to Jeffcoat controversy

March 1, 2018
Schedule of Theatre Wesleyans Important Hats of the 20th Century

Theatre Wesleyan puts on ‘Important Hats’

February 14, 2018
Graphic showing the percentages of occupants in Stella Russel Hall as of Fall 2017 semester

Freshman give fresh view on Stella

February 14, 2018
President Frederick Slabach speaks at the 2020 Town Hall meeting on Tuesday. Photo by Hannah Onder

Slabach hosts first 2020 Town Hall meeting of 2018

February 13, 2018
Dr. Mark Hanshaw (left) greets Dr. Steven Daniell (center) and President Frederick Slabach (right) at his goodbye party. Photo by Hannah Onder

Wesleyan says goodbye to Hanshaw and White

January 29, 2018
Tammy Titlow (center) checks in seniors at Spring Grad Kickoff. Photo by Hannah Onder

Seniors attend Spring Grad Kickoff

January 23, 2018
A screenshot taken from P!nks What About Us music video. Photo by Hannah Onder

P!nk’s “What About Us” video focuses on big themes

December 13, 2017
Students took to Twitter to voice their concerns. Graphic by Shaydi Paramore

Students react to rat in Dora’s

November 16, 2017
Dennis Hall, Chris Beckrich, and Michael Shedd talk during the safety and security forum. Photo by Hannah Onder

Security issues addressed at open forum

November 14, 2017
Photo courtesy of Michael Ward

Ward puts fatherhood before career

November 2, 2017
Graphic by Hannah Onder

Car break-ins worry students

November 1, 2017
The Rams lost the homecoming game 33-18 to the Warriors. Photo by Hannah Onder

Ram fans support football after their loss at homecoming

October 18, 2017
Eunice and James L. West Library hosts its second Wesleyan Local Authors Day with a brand new panel of authors. Photo by Hannah Onder

Wesleyan authors talk books and writing

October 16, 2017
Graphic by Hannah Onder

Wesleyan grows service opportunities

October 10, 2017
The second Wesleyan Local Author Day is Oct. 12 at 12:15 p.m. Graphic by Hannah Onder

Rams to share their stories at Local Author Day

October 10, 2017
Adam Peters performs at Naked But Real on Oct. 5 in the Baker Building. Photo by Hannah Onder

Naked But Real addresses serious topics with music and poetry

October 9, 2017
Reference Assistant Risa Brown speaks to students at the Lunch-N-Lecture: Banned! Censored! Challenged!: “1984”’s Complicated Relationship with Libraries on Oct. 3. Photo by Hannah Onder.

West Library wants you to know your reading rights

October 4, 2017

Blithe Spirit appears at Wesleyan

September 20, 2017
The Voice-Versa flyer brought to The Rambler office by Mary Grim and Daniel Hernandez.

Wesleyan’s first Voice-Versa concert set to hit the stage

September 13, 2017
Finest piano in Fort Worth arrives home

“Finest piano in Fort Worth” arrives home

September 11, 2017
Texas Wesleyan joins the Central States Football League for its return season. Graphic by Hannah Onder

Wesleyan prepares for football

September 6, 2017
Students dance to the Cupid Shuffle at Ram Jam in front of Dora Roberts Dining Hall. Photo by Hannah Onder

Students display their research at UCD

April 27, 2017
The basketball championship win could increase media coverage, enrollment and donations. Infographic by Hannah Onder

Championship win benefits Wesleyan

April 21, 2017
University College Day will take place all day on April 19 and Classes will be cancelled in order to encourage student and staff participation.

Wesleyan hosts annual University College Day

April 13, 2017
West Library director Elizabeth Howard and reference and instruction librarian Cassandra Ifie pose in front of the new game and amv shelf a stop on the National Library Week scavenger hunt. Photo by Hannah Onder

Students examine library as part of National Library Week event

April 11, 2017
Cameron Bennett, sophomore criminal justice major, is known as Spiderman on campus.

Bennett is a real-life superhero

March 31, 2017
Students and faculty can learn more about LGBTQ issues at ally training.

Wesleyan becomes more inclusive

March 31, 2017
Students sign a banner thanking alumni for donating at the TAG Day event. The banner will be displayed at future alumni events. Photo by Hannah Onder

Students thank alumni donors at TAG Day event

March 24, 2017
Texas Wesleyan students will travel to New Orleans during spring break.

New Orleans trip to aid Katrina victims

March 10, 2017
Kristi Scales and Scott Murray talk at the Goostree Womens Symposium and Marjorie Herrera Lewis Speaker Series event at Nicholas Martin Hall on Tuesday. Photo by Hannah Onder

Cowboys sideline reporter speaks about women in sports media

March 8, 2017
Wesleyan introduces pantry

Wesleyan introduces pantry

March 8, 2017
Kristi Scales interviewing Jerry Jones. Photo courtesy of txwes.edu

Cowboys sideline reporter to speak at Martin Hall on Tuesday

March 6, 2017
Senior English major Kime Sims performs an original poem at Naked but Real open mike event on Thursday. Photo by Hannah Onder

Students perform at Naked but Real open mike

February 24, 2017
Tuition is a problem for most students, but what can middle-class students do to get by?

FAFSA ignores middle-class students

February 22, 2017
Senior criminal justice major Najeal Young plays at Saturdays homecoming game. Photo by Hannah Onder

Homecoming crowd brings spirit to the stands

February 13, 2017
Junior psychology major Paola Estrada reads a Housing Draft flyer with meeting dates.

Housing Draft creates dorm changes

February 13, 2017
The 2017 Homecoming week schedule includes several activities leading up to the games.

Homecoming week arrives

February 8, 2017
Above is a graphic of how to make a student club at Texas Wesleyan University.

Monge helps club life thrive

January 25, 2017
Sophomore biology major Danura Wayantha experiences his first snow day at Texas Wesleyan. Photo contributed by Katie Matthews

Wesleyan has an eventful winter break

January 16, 2017
The Rambler: A century of coverage

The Rambler: A century of coverage

November 15, 2016
Ram Squad members Katie Matthews, Anthony Harper II and Akeel Johnson cheer at a Friday night volleyball game against John Brown University.

Ram Squad expands

November 11, 2016
Morton Fitness Centers PigSkin Pickem cultivates competition

Morton Fitness Center’s PigSkin Pick’em cultivates competition

October 31, 2016
Katie Matthews sits in front of the clock tower, her favorite place on campus.

Matthews supports Stella Russell residents

October 30, 2016
Wesleyans Woodwind Ensemble performs at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth on Saturday. Pictured are (left to right) Britany Clark, Jasmin White, Dr. Jerome Bierschenk, Luis Calderon, and Jamie Ford. Photo by Hannah Onder.

Music department jazzes up the Modern

October 24, 2016
From left to right, Dr. Chris Manno, Dr. Steve Sherwood, and Dr. Twyla Miranda answer questions during the fiction panel of the Inaugural Local Authors Day. Photo by Hannah Onder.

Wesleyan writers assemble for Inaugural Local Authors Day

October 21, 2016
Texas Wesleyans cheerleaders perform at Midnight Madness on Saturday. Photo by Hannah Onder

Midnight Madness was a slam dunk

October 17, 2016
Freshman mass communication major Tina Huynh and other international students eat at Dora Roberts Dinning Hall.

Internationals tell their stories

October 12, 2016
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