WTC's own White Buffalo migrated to its new home in the Student Center! 🎨 Artist Izzy Bird created the design, and last spring, WTC artists John Alcantar, Izzy Bird, Geo Mireles, and Mika Stanfield brought the design to life! Special thanks to Art Professor Patrick Schneider for coordinating this project. Great job, everyone! 🤠
about 16 hours ago, Western Texas College
The white buffalo sculpture stands next to a window in the Student Center.
Students pose behind the white buffalo.
Students encircle the white buffalo while painting it.
Students paint the white buffalo in the art studio.
It's Westerner Wednesday! Wear blue and green today! Because blue and green are more than colors - they’re pride in WTC. Celebrate Westerner Wednesday with us today! 💙💚
3 days ago, Western Texas College
Westerner Wednesday graphic featuring the WTC Westerner mascot and Western Texas College wordmark.

A big thank you to the Ira ISD School Board for welcoming WTC President Dr. Laurie Sharp to the board meeting last night!🎉Dr. Sharp took the time to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the Ira High School students who took classes at WTC over the last three years. 🤠 WTC deeply values the partnership with Ira ISD, along with the students and families we serve, as we work together for the future of Scurry County. Read more: https://www.wtc.edu/article/3092258

4 days ago, Western Texas College
Dr. Laurie Sharp speaks to attendees during an Ira ISD School Board meeting.

Your health matters - on campus, in class and everywhere in between. 💙 💚 WTC and Cogdell Memorial Hospital have formed a new partnership to strengthen your connections to physical health care, preventive services, sports medicine and wellness resources. It’s one more way we’re putting Westerners first and helping you stay healthy, focused and moving toward your goals. Read more: https://www.wtc.edu/article/3090000

5 days ago, Western Texas College
Five representatives from Western Texas College and Cogdell Memorial Hospital stand together during a partnership announcement.
Celebrating a historic milestone today: the 150th Anniversary of Scurry County! 🏛️✨ The new plaque was unveiled, covered by the new county flag! Special thanks to Texas State Representative Dustin Burrows for his heartfelt words about the community and for including WTC in the proclamation. Guest speaker Laurie Roland shared inspiring words about Scurry County's rich history and recognized Western Texas College. Shoutout to WTC's own Dr. Geron Scates for emceeing the event! 📸 Check out a few moments from the celebration below!
8 days ago, Western Texas College
A commemorative plaque marks Scurry County's 150th anniversary, celebrating its history from 1876 to 2026.
Four community leaders pose together inside the gazebo following the Scurry County 150th anniversary ceremony.
Community members gather around the Scurry County memorial and flags during an outdoor 150th anniversary ceremony.
Musicians perform as attendees stand during an outdoor Scurry County 150th anniversary ceremony.
A speaker addresses the crowd from a gazebo during the Scurry County 150th anniversary celebration.
Community members listen to speakers during an outdoor Scurry County 150th anniversary ceremony.
A speaker addresses attendees from a gazebo during the Scurry County 150th anniversary celebration.
A speaker holds a proclamation while addressing attendees during the Scurry County 150th anniversary celebration.
Community leaders unveil a Scurry County 150th anniversary marker as attendees watch near the gazebo.
Huge thanks to Gateway Family Services for bringing "Emerging Issues in Digital Safety: Safety & AI" to the WTC campus. 🌐💡 We learned more about staying safe online and using AI responsibly. We appreciate everyone who attended!🌟
8 days ago, Western Texas College
A presenter speaks to attendees in the WTC Fine Arts Theater during an Emerging Issues in Digital Safety event.
A presenter discusses digital safety with attendees during a community presentation in the WTC Fine Arts Theater.
Attendees listen to an Emerging Issues in Digital Safety presentation in the WTC Fine Arts Theater.

Thank you to the Snyder Independent School District Board of Trustees and Board President Ralph Ramon for welcoming WTC President Dr. Laurie Sharp to the board meeting. Dr. Sharp appreciated the opportunity to share what our institutions have accomplished together and discuss how we can continue creating clear, affordable pathways for Snyder students. We value this partnership, the students and families we share, and our shared commitment to Snyder’s future. Read more: https://www.wtc.edu/article/3086467

8 days ago, Western Texas College
Western Texas College President Dr. Laurie Sharp at the Snyder ISD School Board meeting on August 20, 2026.
Join us for a free event open to students, faculty, staff, and the community! 🌟 AI is transforming the way we learn, communicate, and connect - but do you know how to navigate it safely? 🤔 Discover essential tools for responsible engagement with AI and the digital landscape at "Emerging Issues in Digital Safety: Safety & AI," hosted by Gateway Family Services.
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 19
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 WTC Fine Arts Theater, Building 19
10 days ago, Western Texas College
Emerging Issues in Digital Safety: Safety & AI event graphic with date, time, location, presenter, and free community admission.
It's Westerner Wednesday! 🎉🤠 Let's show off our Western Texas College spirit by wearing blue and green today! These colors are a symbol of support for WTC students, faculty, and staff. We're Better Together! 💙💚
10 days ago, Western Texas College
Westerner Wednesday graphic featuring the WTC Westerner mascot, college colors, and Western Texas College wordmark.
It was the first day of climbing for students in WTC's Electrical Lineworker Technology Program! 🤠 Climbing is an essential part of their training, preparing them for real-world scenarios they will face in the field. 🌟 Great job! 🚀
11 days ago, Western Texas College
Electrical Lineworker Technology students practice climbing utility poles while wearing safety equipment at WTC’s outdoor training yard.
Electrical Lineworker Technology students prepare climbing equipment beside a utility pole during hands-on training at WTC.
Electrical Lineworker Technology students practice climbing utility poles at WTC’s outdoor training yard.
An Electrical Lineworker Technology student practices climbing a utility pole while classmates observe at WTC.

It's the first day of classes, and we saw a lot of smiling Westerners! 🤠 It's going to be a great year at Western Texas College! 🎉

12 days ago, Western Texas College
Two WTC students smile together outside on campus.
A WTC student stands in front of a colorful outdoor mural on campus.
A WTC student smiles while standing outside among campus buildings and trees.
A WTC student wearing a backpack smiles on a grassy area of campus.
Two WTC students wearing backpacks smile and give thumbs-up gestures outside on campus.
Two WTC students smile while sitting together.
It's the first day of classes! 🤠 You're going to excel and experience incredible growth as new opportunities unfold. Wishing you a great first day! 🎉📚
12 days ago, Western Texas College
Western Texas College campus with Quanah Parker statue and message wishing students a great first day.
Just for WTC students - the fun is not over yet today! Student Activities is holding a Wild West Barn Dance! 🤠 🎶Tonight, Saturday, August 15, from 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM. Meet us across the street at the bus barn next to the apartments.
14 days ago, Western Texas College
WTC Barn Dance flyer featuring a Westerner on horseback with event time, location and student-only admission details.

We had the best time at Westerner Welcome Day! 🎉 It was a great opportunity for WTC students to connect with the Snyder community and discover the amount of kindness and support that exists here. A huge THANK YOU to all the WTC employees, local businesses, churches, and organizations that showed up for WTC students today! 👏 We are very grateful! 🌟 Westerners, let's show everyone some 💙💚 this coming week!

14 days ago, Western Texas College
WTC students check in for Westerner Welcome Day inside the Student Commons.
WTC students pose with cases of water and prizes during Westerner Welcome Day.
A WTC student stands behind a basket filled with dorm essentials during Westerner Welcome Day.
WTC softball players pose with drinks inside the Student Commons during Westerner Welcome Day.
A WTC student holds a prize basket inside the Student Commons during Westerner Welcome Day.
WTC softball players pose with drinks inside the Student Commons during Westerner Welcome Day.
WTC students gather around a table for a meal during Westerner Welcome Day.
Three WTC students pose with meals in front of a food truck during Westerner Welcome Day.
WTC students eat together at an outdoor table during Westerner Welcome Day.
Two WTC students pose together in front of a food truck during Westerner Welcome Day.
We're having a great time at Westerner Welcome Day with WTC students and their families! 🤠Shoutout to our local businesses, churches and organizations for being with us today! 🎉We've started the giveaways too! Don't need to be present to win, we'll get in touch.🎁
14 days ago, Western Texas College
Three students smile together during Westerner Welcome Day activities.
WTC students interact with community representatives at Westerner Welcome Day.
Three WTC students pose together during Westerner Welcome Day.
WTC student stands behind a prize basket inside the Student Commons.
Students and community organizations gather outside the Student Commons for Westerner Welcome Day.
Students play volleyball on the lawn during Westerner Welcome Day.

Today is Westerner Welcome Day! 🤠An event just for WTC students and their families.

🎉 WTC, along with local businesses and churches, is excited to welcome you to Snyder! All WTC students and their families are invited to the Westerner Welcome Day happening TODAY, Saturday, August 15, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! Make sure to check in at the Student Commons (Building 28) to collect your food and drink tickets, and enter the drawing for gift cards and gift baskets. 🎁 Student Activities will host games, ensuring fun for everyone! A special shoutout to the Snyder Chamber of Commerce for their generous sponsorship. For more details, visit https://www.wtc.edu/article/3049518.

14 days ago, Western Texas College
WTC students and families enjoy Westerner Welcome Day activities on campus.

🤠Just for WTC students and their families! 🎉WTC, local businesses and churches want to welcome you to Snyder! All WTC students are invited to Westerner Welcome Day tomorrow, Saturday, August 15, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! Be sure to check in at the Student Commons (Building 28) to get your food and drink tickets and be entered in the drawing for gift cards and gift baskets. 🎁Student Activities is providing the games, and there'll be plenty of fun for everyone! Special thanks to the Snyder Chamber of Commerce for sponsorship. Read more at https://www.wtc.edu/article/3049518

15 days ago, Western Texas College
WTC students and families enjoy Westerner Welcome Day activities on campus.

🤠Just for WTC Students! 🌊 Get set for a night filled with tropical vibes! Join us for a FREE Luau Pool Party hosted by Student Activities tonight, Friday, August 14, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at the Snyder City Pool. Enjoy snacks, drinks, and music – and don’t forget your towel! Check out the event on our calendar: https://www.wtc.edu/events?section_ids=433910&view=list-all 🎉

15 days ago, Western Texas College
WTC Luau Pool Party flyer with event details, tropical graphics, and student-only admission information.
🍦 WTC students, take a break and treat yourself at Scoops & Smiles! Stop by the Student Center today from 2:00 to 4:30 PM for ice cream, good company and a chance to connect with your fellow Westerners. 😊 For WTC students only. 🤠 Sponsored by WTC Student Activities.
16 days ago, Western Texas College
Scoops & Smiles graphic featuring ice cream and event details for WTC students on August 13.
An exclusive event just for WTC students and their families! 💙

WTC students and their families are invited to Westerner Welcome Day on Saturday, August 15, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. WTC Clubs and departments, as well as local businesses, organizations and churches, want to warmly welcome you to Snyder! Check in at the Student Commons (Building 28) to get your food tickets and register for prizes! You could win one of these gift baskets, generously donated by WTC departments and local organizations! 🎁

Special thanks to the Snyder Chamber of Commerce - Discover Snyder for their sponsorship.

Read more about the event at https://www.wtc.edu/article/3049518
16 days ago, Western Texas College
Several baskets filled with dorm essentials and supplies are arranged together for WTC students.