DISCLAIMER: This is a news article contributed by an independent writer currently enrolled in Angelo State University’s News Reporting and Writing class. 

On Friday, April 26, Angelo State University's Kappa Sigma made a significant contribution to the local community by donating $4,000 to the All Veterans Council of Tom Green County. The donation highlights the fraternity’s ongoing commitment to supporting veterans.

The Angelo State Handball Club emerged as winners at the Spring 2024 Aggieland Classic at Texas A&M University in College Station. Angelo State went head-to-head in a round-robin format against handball teams from the University of Texas, Texas A&M and Missouri State University. ASU’…

On April 29, Angelo State University celebrated the dedication of the Housley Tower, honoring the late Bob Housley, an esteemed entrepreneur and philanthropist. The event, attended by ASU and Texas Tech University System officials including Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell and the Housley family,…

DISCLAIMER: This is a news article contributed by an independent writer currently enrolled in Angelo State University’s News Reporting and Writing class

DISCLAIMER: This is a news article contributed by an independent writer currently enrolled in Angelo State University’s News Reporting and Writing class. 

DISCLAIMER: This is a news article contributed by an independent writer currently enrolled in Angelo State University’s News Reporting and Writing class. 

In a recent interview with Ram Media on April 22, Angelo State University President Ronnie Hawkins Jr. addressed misconceptions surrounding the purpose of the new Housley Tower on campus. Contrary to popular belief, the tower is not primarily intended to ensure students arrive at class on ti…

The ASU Department of Visual and Performing Arts hosted a faculty recital on Wednesday, April 24, in the Eldon Black Recital Hall of the Carr Education-Fine Arts Building with free entry. The recital featured a solo trombone performance by assistant music professor and low brass ensemble dir…

On Thursday, April 18, the ASU Student Government Association and the Special Events Committee held the 32nd annual Rammys Awards, the first under the new SGA Senate Bill 94.04. 

In a ceremony held on April 17 in Room 105 of the Rassman Building, Cadet Colonel Juan Carlos Jara of the Air Force ROTC Detachment 847 at Angelo State University was distinguished with the National Defense Committee ROTC Medal. 

Angelo State University’s College of Education received a commendation for having a high percentage of graduate teachers working in school districts located in rural areas of Texas. The commendation came from the Texas Education Agency’s State Board for Educator Certification.

On April 5, a Friday afternoon, the team from the Ram Page visited Bradford Elementary School. It was a trip full of learning and inspiration. I'm Ethan Mason, a writer for the Ram Page. With me were Ethan Purcell, our editor-in-chief who makes sure our newspaper tells important stories well…

Angelo State University has embarked on an exciting journey of educational innovation with the recent installation of a groundbreaking GeoDome Globe in the front lobby of the ASU Planetarium. This state-of-the-art attraction marks a transformative step in how students and members of the comm…

After having stood tall since the 1960s, ASU’s Concho Hall is coming down. ASU Facilities and Services are currently working on the conventional demolition process to take down Concho Hall. 

The Wind Ensemble hosted an all-day Band-A-Palooza on Saturday, March 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Houston Harte University Center. It featured a day of masterclasses and performances on all band instruments. The Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble and individual faculty and students’ perf…

Angelo State University announced an addition to its athletic facilities with the introduction of the Angelo State Golf Complex. This facility, funded by an anonymous donor's $5.2 million donation, is set to become a cornerstone of ASU's golf program, offering unparalleled resources for the …

DISCLAIMER: This is a news article contributed by an independent writer currently enrolled in Angelo State University’s News Reporting and Writing class. 

On March 7, the West Texas Collection “Messages from the Archive” exhibit officially closed, marking the end of its journey through the depths of history. 

The ASU Jazz Ensemble held a concert on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at the San Angelo Performing Arts Center with free admission to the public. The performance, titled “The History of Big Band,” was directed by Assistant Band Director Trent Shuey, and includes some of “the greatest jazz hits …

Angelo State University’s CJ Davidson Conference Center became the setting for a discussion on international diplomacy on Feb. 21, featuring Jeffrey Feltman. He presented a lecture titled “Shaping Tomorrow: The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, the U.S. Role, and the Prospects for Peace in the B…

“The Crucible” is now coming to Angelo State University. ASU Theatre is performing Arthur Miller’s award-winning play in the ASU Modular Art Theatre. The first show will be Thursday, Feb. 23, at 8 p.m. in the Carr Education-Fine Arts Building. The following Friday and Saturday will be the sa…

On Saturday, Feb. 10, the “Wild Encounters: Animals of East Africa” exhibit was opened for public viewing at the Mayer Museum on campus.  

Angelo State University renewed its partnership agreement with Gongju National University of Education in South Korea, continuing the program that brings 40 GNUE teacher education students to ASU’s campus each year. 

The Angelo State University Rodeo Complex has received two grants totaling $150,000 in efforts to help grow the ASU Rodeo program. 

San Angelo Comic Con staff announced on opening day that, due to high demand for a separate gathering for specifically anime, Anime San Angelo will be branching off from Comic Con for its inaugural event on Nov. 8-10.

San Angelo Police Department announced the death of their retired canine, Duke, on Jan. 30. The K-9 Duke began his career with the SAPD in 2013 and served for seven years and 10 months before retiring under the care of his third handler and work partner Officer Frank Flores. Duke was Flores’…

DISCLAIMER: This is a news article contributed by an independent writer currently enrolled in Angelo State University’s News Reporting and Writing class. 

DISCLAIMER: This is a news article contributed by an independent writer currently enrolled in Angelo State University’s News Reporting and Writing class. 

The Angelo State University Police Department has relocated to an estimated 8,500 square foot facility within a 17,000 square foot mini-mall plaza. The building is at the Vanderventer Plaza on Johnson Street. By mid-to-late February, the ASUPD hopes construction on the new building will be done.

Celebrities attending San Angelo Comic-Con 2024 visited Ram Media on Friday, Jan. 26. Professional wrestler Ted DiBiase and actors Greg Evigan and Jesse Borrego recorded a Ram Radio podcast in preparation for the convention on Jan. 26-Jan 28.

Angelo State University choir director Dr. Eric Posada and the ASU Chorale has been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall on March 11, 2024 at the 2024 Masterwork Series concert. Posada was invited to conduct the New York City Chamber Orchestra by Dr. Craig Arnold, the founder and president of…

Before contracting COVID-19 in January of 2022, I had a great immune system — to the point that I would only ever get sick maybe twice a year, each instance lasting just under a week. Up until the first week of December of this year, I had thought the only remnant of COVID-19 in my system wa…

The Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., granted Angelo State University $69,999 to fund a project that will create informational resources focusing on history for schools and academic programs.

Angelo State University earned reaccreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. The SACSCOC’s preliminary report confirmed the information that Angelo State provided, and the SACSCOC reaffirmed Angelo State’s accreditation with no recommendations …

ASU’s “Mariachi Los Pastores” held a free concert on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. in the CJ Davidson Center. It was the group’s first concert to take place in the fall as well as the debut of many new singers.

The ASU Music Department held a percussion ensemble on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. titled “Fiesta Latina.” It was performed in the Eldon Black Recital Hall of the Carr Building with free admission. The first five songs were percussion-only pieces while the final two included brass instrument…

Angelo State University’s Homecoming Committee Faculty Adviser Brianna Flores offered insight on recent technical issues with the homecoming voting link and possible controversies with the final vote.  

The annual Christmas Tree Lighting event at Angelo State University will raise funds for the Ram Family Student Scholarship while featuring holiday activities beginning at 4 p.m. in front of the Mayer Museum on Tuesday, Nov. 28. At sundown, about 6:30 p.m., the tree will officially be lit up…

Angelo State University selected retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Thomas G. Nurre Sr. as its 2023 Veteran of the Year.

The Angelo State University Theatre performed their production called “The Thanksgiving Play” from Nov. 16 to Nov. 19, in the ASU Modular Theatre at 8 p.m. Dinner was provided from 6:45-7:30 p.m. to be enjoyed during the show. 

Angelo State University's assistant professor of ceramics Hayun Surl's clay exhibit, “Recollection,” is on display in the Mayer Museum from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Dec. 2, 2023.

On Nov. 9, a group of educators and technology enthusiasts convened online for a lecture by Robbie Melton, a pioneer in the realm of educational technology. The session was a presentation and showcase of artificial intelligence's potential to revolutionize the educational landscape, explorin…

Graphic designer and illustrator Maedeh Asgharpour explained how she constructed her mixed media exhibit “From Illustration to Design'' at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, October 31 in Room 101 of the Carr Education-Fine Arts Building. “From Illustration to Design '' focuses on the immigrant artist exper…