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UTPB holds Spring Commencement

UTPB Staff Writers

“What a great Mother’s Day gift,” said Regent Alex Cranberg in his commencement address, “a college degree that will transform lives.” UTPB held Spring Commencement at 9 a.m., Saturday, May 12, 2012. 339 graduates...... Full story

[UTPB] Texas Science Scholar program approved

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The UT System Board of Regents has approved The University of Texas of the Permian Basin Texas Science Scholar Program. Beginning in Fall 2012, UTPB will offer a Bachelor of Science degree to qualified, full-time students majoring in Chemistry,...... Full story

[UTPB] Proposed nursing program renovation funded

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At a meeting of the UT System Board of Regents, The University of Texas of the Permian Basin received funding approval for the proposed Nursing Program Simulation Center. Simulation is an educational practice, process, or strategy designed...... Full story

UTPB's new spring graduates pass around a rogue beach ball during Saturday's commencement ceremony.

UTPB students get their diplomas

PHOTOS BY HEATHER LEIPHART

UTPB's new spring graduates pass around a rogue beach ball during Saturday's commencement ceremony.... Full story

Dr. Rebecca Babcock is an assistant professor of English at UTPB and dedicated advocate for struggling writers. “I want to help writing centers serve all students,” Babcock says.

Writing center article earns Babcock best article award

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Melanie Nicholas Communication and Special Projects The International Writing Centers Association (IWCA) has bestowed a great honor upon UT Permian Basin faculty member Rebecca Babcock. Her article "Interpreted Writing Center Tutorials with...... Full story

Tuition increased at UTPB

BY CAYLOR BALLINGER

A tuition increase for University of Texas of the Permian Basin has been approved, however students may not have to bear the full burden of the tuition spike. At a meeting in Austin on Thursday, University of Texas System Board of Regents approved...... Full story

$10K degree at UTPB first in Texas

BY CAYLOR BALLINGER

The University of Texas of the Permian Basin will be the first university in Texas to offer a $10,000 four-year degree program. The Texas Science Scholar Program was approved at the University of Texas System Board of Regents meeting in Austin on...... Full story

Friends and family honor Robert Sanchez through the establishment of the Robert Sanchez Memorial Scholarship.

Robert Sanchez Memorial Scholarship honors former student

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By Melanie Nicholas Office of Public Information and Special Projects A group of friends are working to turn a tragedy into a victory. The Robert Sanchez Memorial Scholarship will help first-generation Ector County undergraduate or graduate...... Full story

From left, Tracie Payan, Jesse Lujan and Jason Chavez will be hosting a texas hold'em tournament May 4, 2012 at 7 pm at the Ector County Coliseum to raise money for a UTPB scholarship fund dedicated to their late friend, Robert Sanchez. They said they need a minimum of $10,000 for the fund entitled Robert Sanchez Memorial Scholarship. All the proceeds from the tournament go to the fund. The first place winner of the tournament receives a $1000 travel voucher towards a trip of their choice.

Men honor friend with scholarship

BY JON VANDERLAAN

After their long-time friend Robert Benavides Sanchez died in February in a car accident, two Odessa men are helping to establish an endowed scholarship Sanchez’s honor.Jason Chavez said his friend, who was working as a physical therapist in...... Full story

Faculty, Students recognized at 36th Annual Honors Convocation

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Five faculty members were winners of special awards at the 36th Annual UT Permian Basin Honors Convocation on Thursday, April 17 in the Main Auditorium of the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center. Dr. Chad Vanderford, assistant professor of...... Full story

University of Texas of the Permian Basin art professor Chris Stanley talks about students projects Wednesday during a 3-Dimensional design class. Stanley was this year's recipient of the UTPB President's Teaching Award that was announced Tuesday at the honors convocation.

President's Teaching Award goes to art professor

PHOTO BY MARK STERKEL

University of Texas of the Permian Basin art professor Chris Stanley talks about students projects Wednesday during a 3-Dimensional design class. Stanley was this year's recipient of the UTPB President's Teaching Award that was announced Tuesday at...... Full story

University of Texas of the Permian Basin President W. David Watts, right, congratulate graduate students as UTPB Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs William R. Fannin reads the recognition each receives during the 36th Annual Honors Convocation Tuesday at the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center.

Convocation honors students, faculty

BY CAYLOR BALLINGER

It was an afternoon of honors and recognition for a handful of standout students and faculty at the 36th annual UTPB Honors Convocation on Tuesday. David Watts, president of University of Texas of the Permian Basin, said this year’s event was...... Full story

[UTPB] Anna Hollingsworth, The Comeback Kid

By Ricardo Millan

Leading the team in every major batting category, Anna Hollingsworth is having a career year, being named Heartland Conference Hitter of the week earlier this season. It’s a far cry from a year ago, where she was hampered her entire freshman...... Full story

New General Manager for the Wagner Noël

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Stephanie Rivas Marketing Manager - Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center It’s a major change but for SMG’s Erik Wortendyke making the move from Pensacola, Florida to West Texas was the start of a new chapter in his career....... Full story

MBA Online Ranking

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The University of Texas of the Permian Basin continues to win accolades for its ability to meet the educational goals of students. In 2006, UT Permian Basin was named as the university with the most freshman-to-senior year academic growth in a...... Full story