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The Gradual Spring 2025 Vol. 110
The Gradual Spring 2025 Vol. 110
May 15, 2025
Interview: Leadership insights with Dr. Calvin Lawrence
Interview: Leadership insights with Dr. Calvin Lawrence
May 14, 2025
Brenda Barajas pictured outside the School of Education.
Brenda Barajas sows seeds of change
May 9, 2025
Texas Wesleyan University President Dr. Emily Messer kicks off the awards ceremony with a greeting speech.
TxWES faculty, administration honors students at Awards Day
May 8, 2025
Ace Your Finals: Proven Study Tips and Campus Resources for Success
Ace Your Finals: Proven Study Tips and Campus Resources for Success
May 7, 2025
Ace Your Finals: Proven Study Tips and Campus Resources for Success
Ace Your Finals: Proven Study Tips and Campus Resources for Success
May 7, 2025
Save the Earth—buy second-hand: 4 local Fort Worth thrift stores that won't break the bank
Save the Earth—buy second-hand: 4 local Fort Worth thrift stores that won’t break the bank
May 4, 2025
Lot E suffers from faded parking lines, missing directional signs, and no posted map; leaving students confused about where to park.
When ‘Smaller’ Stops Being Smarter: The Parking Challenge
May 2, 2025
Pippin, played by Hunter Heart, leads a musical number in the second act of the musical. [Photo courtesy Kris Ikejiri]
Review: “Pippin” explores life’s meaning with raunch, wit, whimsy
April 25, 2025
Harriet and Warren, played by Trinity Chenault and Trent Cole, embrace in a hug [Photo courtesy Lauren Hunt]
‘Letters from the Library’ world premiere explores heartbreak, grief, the hope that lies beyond
February 21, 2025
Samantha Barragan celebrates following victory in a bout. [Photo courtesy Tu Pha]
Samantha Barragan, a high-level wrestler with faith guiding her every step
May 6, 2025
Lady Rams softball celebrate senior day, eye upcoming conference tournament
Lady Rams softball celebrate senior day, eye upcoming conference tournament
April 30, 2025
Looking back at the historical season, Carson Rodgers prepares for his senior season as spring ball right around the corner.
Powering the Texas Wesleyan Ram’s football team is star quarterback Carson Rodgers
April 26, 2025
New plays unfold fast as the Rams test their skills in a spirited scrimmage as they prepare for the game ahead.
Rams football hit spring field to settle unfinished business, eyes set on a national title
April 21, 2025
Members of the Texas Wesleyan Esports team create digital content inside the esports office. The department’s student-led media team produces videos, social media posts and livestream content to promote the program and build community.
Game On: How content creation powers Texas Wesleyan’s Esports boom
April 18, 2025
Save the Earth—buy second-hand: 4 local Fort Worth thrift stores that won't break the bank
Save the Earth—buy second-hand: 4 local Fort Worth thrift stores that won’t break the bank
May 4, 2025
The blog's latest article details President Dr. Emily Messer's journey, background and present ambitions.
President Emily Messer, TxWes marketing and communications office boot up new blog
May 3, 2025
Pippin, played by Hunter Heart, leads a musical number in the second act of the musical. [Photo courtesy Kris Ikejiri]
Review: “Pippin” explores life’s meaning with raunch, wit, whimsy
April 25, 2025
Hunter Heart (center), the play's lead, rehearses a scene alongside other student actors. [Photo courtesy Jacob Sanchez]
Theatre Wesleyan raises over $15k to put on spring musical amid funding freezes
April 25, 2025
Student actors rehearse for Pippin, Theatre Wesleyan's upcoming musical. [Photo courtesy Jacob Rivera-Sanchez]
Texas Wesleyan’s ‘Pippin’ to celebrate 70th annual musical with thrills, heart
April 23, 2025
The Gradual Spring 2025 Vol. 110
The Gradual Spring 2025 Vol. 110
May 15, 2025
Brenda Barajas pictured outside the School of Education.
Brenda Barajas sows seeds of change
May 9, 2025
[Photo courtesy Brooklyn Rowe]
Shaiza Liaqat crowned by leadership
May 8, 2025
Samantha Barragan celebrates following victory in a bout. [Photo courtesy Tu Pha]
Samantha Barragan, a high-level wrestler with faith guiding her every step
May 6, 2025
Flags strewn along the Claudia Stepp Amphitheater as part of an event held by the Latinx Student Association (LSA). Cultural student organizations such as the LSA are particularly threatened by the federal government's DEI orders.
How Texas Wesleyan University receives the removal of DEI
May 5, 2025
Interview: Leadership insights with Dr. Calvin Lawrence
Interview: Leadership insights with Dr. Calvin Lawrence
May 14, 2025
Lady Rams softball celebrate senior day, eye upcoming conference tournament
Lady Rams softball celebrate senior day, eye upcoming conference tournament
April 30, 2025
Lady Rams softball wraps up weekend against Nelson Lions with a victory [6 – 1]
Lady Rams softball wraps up weekend against Nelson Lions with a victory [6 – 1]
April 4, 2025
The International Women's Day Festival was organized by Bertie Gardner, Aline Uwingabire, Tamika Johnson. (left to right)
Texas Wesleyan celebrates Women’s History Month with art, community, empowerment
March 10, 2025
Women's Wrestling Sooner Athletic Conference Tournament comes to Funky Town, Texas
Women’s Wrestling Sooner Athletic Conference Tournament comes to Funky Town, Texas
March 5, 2025
Podcast: 20s Talk Ep. 4- The Senior Special, Part II
Podcast: 20s Talk Ep. 4- The Senior Special, Part II
May 3, 2025
Podcast: 20s Talks Ep 4- The Senior Special, Part I
Podcast: 20s Talks Ep 4- The Senior Special, Part I
April 27, 2025
Navigating the Classroom in the Digital Age: Professors balance tech and engagement
Navigating the Classroom in the Digital Age: Professors balance tech and engagement
March 31, 2025
Podcast: 20s Talk Ep. 3-Finding Your Inner Strength: Mental Health & Self-Confidence
Podcast: 20s Talk Ep. 3-Finding Your Inner Strength: Mental Health & Self-Confidence
March 14, 2025
Podcast: 20s Talk Valentine's Day Special
Podcast: 20s Talk Valentine’s Day Special
February 14, 2025
Crash & Burn: The Ongoing Battle With College Burnout
Crash & Burn: The Ongoing Battle With College Burnout
December 19, 2022
Accommodations and accessibility challenges students with disabilities on campus
Accommodations and accessibility challenges students with disabilities on campus
May 13, 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
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
Podcast: 20s Talk Valentine's Day Special
Podcast: 20s Talk Valentine’s Day Special
February 14, 2025
Podcast: Ram Roundtable Career Chat
Podcast: Ram Roundtable Career Chat
December 3, 2024
Podcast: 20s Talk
Podcast: 20s Talk
November 21, 2024
Podcast: Girls on the Go
Podcast: Girls on the Go
November 21, 2024
Podcast: Power of Community
Podcast: Power of Community
November 19, 2024

The Rambler

The Rambler
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Seniors celebrate their last home game at Texas Wesleyan with team-autographed baseballs. Photo by Matt Smith

Rams ready to dominate in the post-season

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May 3, 2018
A group of attendees pose at Friday night's Bollywood event. Photo courtesy of Praneeth Udumalagala

Bollywood Night features South Asian culture

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May 1, 2018
Somamarith "Rit" Tran, left, and Tom Unzicker talk at a recent Peacemakers meeting. Photo by Matt Smith

Peacemakers aim to bring change to Wesleyan and beyond

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May 1, 2018
Sugg pitches against Oklahoma Panhandle State University at Sycamore Park on April 7. The Rams won 12-2; he struck out five. Photo by Little Joe.

Sugg maintained perfect 9-0 record

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April 20, 2018
Yanae McGhee and Bellange Mucura, both FWISD high school students, were group leaders at the Expanding Your Horizons conference. Photo by Matt Smith

Expanding Your Horizons event brings hundreds to Wesleyan

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April 10, 2018
Volunteers from last year's Expanding Your Horizon conference. Nancy Huynh is centered without her glasses between her friends Han Ngoc Gia Phung and Kiffany C. Lyons. Photo courtesy of Nancy Huynh.

Sign up to help young women expand their horizons

Matt Smith
April 2, 2018
Catcher Ellis Boyer at the plate behind a Dallas Christian University hitter at the game on Saturday at 2 p.m. Photo by Matt Smith.

Rams resume rampage

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March 29, 2018
Stephen Yancey pitches against Bethany College in the season opener on Feb. 3. Photo by Little Joe

Yancey plays hardball, receives title

Matt Smith
March 5, 2018
Luis Roman, senior third baseman, is leading the Rams offense with 13 home runs, four triples, 61 hits, 52 runs batted in and a .752 slugging percentage.

Rams looking to secure another title

Matt Smith
April 28, 2017
Freshman cornerback Marcus Haynes playing on offense at the Blue and Gold Game on Saturday at Farrington Field. Photo by Matt Smith.

Football returned to Wesleyan with a bang

Matt Smith
April 23, 2017
On March 21, the men's basketball team won its first national title since 2006. The Rams beat Life University's Runnin' Eagles by a score of 87-76 at Kansas City's Municipal Auditorium. Infographic by Alex Gudac

The champs’ road to domination

Matt Smith
April 18, 2017
America's bitter mood and sense of polarization can be addressed through mutual respect, co-operation unity and goodwill towards others.

Fixing issues through mutual respect

Matt Smith
April 16, 2017
Players, coaches and family members celebrate beating Life University to win the NAIA Division 1 Men's Basketball Championship on March 21.

Rams win national title

Matt Smith
March 31, 2017
Illustration courtesy of Pixabay.com

Update: Fan Expo discounts back on

Matt Smith
March 30, 2017
Texas Wesleyan University President Frederick Slabach holds the jersey the men's team gave him. Photo by Matt Smith

Wesleyan celebrates men’s basketball national title

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March 28, 2017
Rams head coach Brennen Shingleton steps off the bus from Kansas City with the NAIA championship trophy. Photo by Matt Smith

National champs welcomed home with surprise reception

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March 22, 2017
Dion Rogers holding the MVP award after the game. Photo by Josh Lacy

Rams win national title

Matt Smith
March 22, 2017
Dion Rogers, shown here in a game in January, is now a coach. Photo by Little Jo.

Rams to play Runnin’ Eagles for NAIA championship

Matt Smith
March 21, 2017
Rams advance to final four in NAIA tournament

Rams advance to final four in NAIA tournament

Matt Smith
March 20, 2017
Najeal Young playing in Wesleyan's game against Mid-America Christian on Feb. 28. Photo by Little Joe.

Rams out of SAC tournament, prepare for nationals

Matt Smith
March 6, 2017
Jeremy Crane (center) and Najeal Young (right) at practice Monday for Tuesday's game against Mid-America University. Photo by Matt Smith

Rams advance to SAC semfinals with revenge win over Mid-America Christian

Matt Smith
March 1, 2017
Praneeth Udumalagala and Ryan Harris at practice. Photo by Matt Smith

Rams look to settle with Evangels Tuesday at Sid-Richardson Center

Matt Smith
February 28, 2017
Diamond Williams, a junior psychology major and defensive back on the Rams' football team, works to outsmart the enemy at Wednesday night's dodgeball event. Photo by Matt Smith

Stella Residents Get Fired Up at Dodgeball Event

Matt Smith
February 23, 2017
Najeal Young heads for the rim during the Rams' Jan. 12 game against Bacone College. The Rams won 91-71. Photo by Little Joe

Young Ranks Seventh Nationally in Shooting

Matt Smith
February 22, 2017
Dion Rogers, shown here in a game in January, is now a coach. Photo by Little Jo.

Rogers leads Rams to success

Matt Smith
February 13, 2017
Jim Lewis stands guard for the faculty team during Thursday's game. Photo by Matt Smith

Faculty and Students Tie in Annual Game

Matt Smith
February 9, 2017
Photo courtesy of freeimages.com

Men’s basketball team climbs the Sooner Athletic Conference

Matt Smith
February 2, 2017
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