Pride of the Lions
Head football coach Guy Morriss is straightforward about football. “Football has been my life. That’s all I’ve ever done, and I have a passion for it that drives me to coach,” he said. “I can’t cross the white line as a player anymore, so the next best thing is coaching. I don’t know what I would do were it not for football.”
Elementary Teacher of the Year
In high school, D’Anna Graham noticed something was wrong in her classroom. Each day, students would leave, and then return before the class period was over. After realizing they were leaving to get help with their schoolwork, Graham grew determined to find a way to help students with disabilities that would keep them in the classroom, and keep them from being left out. Thanks to her do-anything spirit, Graham set out to accomplish just that. My family has always encouraged me to be the best that I can,” Graham said. “Even as a child with braces on my feet, my grandfather taught me how to walk-how to never ...
100,000 Watt Flamethrower
Jerrod Knight, Wolfe City native and A&M-Commerce alum, has returned as programming director after four years serving radio stations throughout Oklahoma and Texas. “KETR is about to beginits 34th year on the air,and I’m proud to be at the helm of this 100,000 watt flamethrower,” Knight said.“We’re every bit as much a part of Northeast Texas as the cowboy hat on Paris’
Lui Barkkume: Driven Success
Seven years after she graduated from A&M-Commerce, Lui Barkkume found herself on the brink of something great. “A colleague approached me about starting my owncompany,” Barkkume said. “He had 30 years of industry experience, and I had the drive and management skills to make it work, so we went for it.”
Best in Show
Growing up in Houston, Alicia Pol knew one thing -she wanted to be an artist. With a natural talent and her parents’ support, she set out to accomplish just that. “My dad is a geologist by trade, but an artist at heart,” Pol said. “When he realized I wanted to pursue art, he encouraged me to go for it 100 percent.”
Alumni Profiles
Legacy: Delbert Knight, Jr.
As the nephew of football great Harvey Martin, football is more than a pastime... Read More
David Milligan: Duty Calls
After 20 years in the U.S. Army, David Milligan was prepared for battle.... Read More
100,000 Watt Flamethrower
Jerrod Knight, Wolfe City native and A&M-Commerce alum, has returned as... Read More
Mr. Betts Knows Best!
Ask his students what they like most about him, and responses will range from... Read More
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Blessed & Happy
As a 17-year-old single mom, Asantewa Jordan didn’t know what the future... Read More
Elementary Teacher of the Year
In high school, D’Anna Graham noticed something was wrong in her classroom.... Read More
Lui Barkkume: Driven Success
Seven years after she graduated from A&M-Commerce, Lui Barkkume found herself... Read More
Best in Show
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From the President
Last month, the nation’s first African-American president was inaugurated, bringing a message of hope and positive change for America. That same day, stock markets around the world fell, unemployment rates rose, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict entered a new, increasingly grim phase. In troubled times such as these, we can’t help but wonder... Read More
Pride of the Lions
Head football coach Guy Morriss is straightforward about football. “Football has been my life. That’s all I’ve ever done, and I have a passion for it that drives me to coach,” he said. “I can’t cross the white line as a player anymore, so the next best thing is coaching. I don’t know what I would do were it not for football.” Read... Read More
The New Sam Rayburn Student Center
The new Sam Rayburn Student Center unveiled on Dec. 1, is an impressive building that may greatly impact the future of A&M-Commerce The 92,000 square foot structure sits directly across from the Science Building, highlighting an area that is quickly becoming the most exciting on campus. A&M-Commerce has been steadily updating and reworking... Read More
From Derryle Peace
Another year has come and gone, and like so many of you, I anxiously await the challenges and opportunities that will unfold during the New Year. The economic climate of our country is dismal, and the forecast for brighter days is filled with uncertainty. Thankfully, we live in a country with a rich history of resiliency and adaptability. In this issue... Read More
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