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Discover WT

You're invited to see why WTAMU should be your first choice for a quality education. This is where your journey of discovery begins.

At Discover WT, you can tour our beautiful campus and get a glimpse of  WTAMU college life. Experience firsthand what current Buffs are raving about: a small-town feel where your professors know you by name, yet near the big-city life.

You'll get  information about admission to WTAMU, areas of study, financial aid, residential living, student activities and more.
Fall 2009 and spring 2010 Discover WT Dat

Saturday, March 6, 2010
Friday, April 2, 2010

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Discover WT is free, but seating is limited and reservations are required. Register by the Tuesday prior to each event.

For more about Discover WT, call the Office of Admissions at 806-651-2020 or 1-800-99-WTAMU.


Schedule

View a campus map.

View the printable Discover WT Schedule*.

Note: The schedule may be subject to some changes.

Discover WT Official Event Schedule

9:00 am

Check In
[Hazel Kelley Wilson Alumni Banquet Facility]

9:30 am

Welcome

9:40 am

WTAMU Highlights

10:05 am

Academic Showcase

11:00 am- 1:00 pm

Services for Students Fair
[Jack B Kelley Student Center]

Visit the Office of Educational Services Snack Station
[Visit fair and snack station before, after, or between concurrent sessions]

 

11:20 am

Concurrent Sessions (to run at 11:20, 11:55, and 12:30)

Choose three sessions to attend from the following opotions or visit the Services for Students Fair and the Office of Educational Services Snack Station.

Sessions are 20 minutes, with 15 minutes between sessions and will take place across campus.

  • Admissions

  • Scholarships

  • Financial Aid

  • Transfer

  • Study Abroad/Honors

  • Student Panel

  • Parent/Family Panel

  • Student Organizations

  • Athletics

1:00 pm

Closing Session

Pick up gift and have a chance to win door prizes and scholarships.

 

2:00 pm

Optional Afternoon Activities

  • Apply for admission

  • Apply for scholarships

  • Hike in Palo Duro Canyon

  • Visit Panhandle Plains Historical Museum

  • Tours: Campus, Residence Halls, Horse Center, Nance Ranch


Lodging

Coming from a distance?  We have accommodations for you:

Canyon                    
Best Western Palo Duro - Paresh Patel (contact), 2801 4th Ave., 806-655-1818, $67.99*
Buffalo Inn of Canyon - Harry Patel (contact), 300 23rd Street, 1-800-526-9968, $42 - single; $46 - double
Knights Inn - Uma Patel (contact), 24270 S U.S. 87, 806-655-1132, $45 - single; $56 - double
Holiday Inn Express - Angel Torres (contact), 2901 4th Ave., 806-655-4445, $77 (based upon availability)

Amarillo                    
Days Inn South - Jane Gutierrez (contact), 8601 Canyon Dr., 806-468-7100, $60 - single; $65 - double
Comfort Suites South - Devo Ragha (contact), 6318 Ventura Dr., 806-353-5100, 10% off regular rate
Fifth Seasons Inn - Krystal O'Mara (contact), 6801 W. Interstate 40, 806-358-7881, $54 Atrium (based upon availability)

 *These rates are available for any WTAMU event, year-round.  Be aware that some hotels may request proof of a WTAMU event.

You can contact the Canyon Chamber of Commerce for more about other lodging options in the Canyon area. Other hotel options in the Amarillo area are also available.