Family Weekend 2022
The West Texas A&M University Family of the Year Award seeks to recognize parent(s)/grandparent(s)/guardian(s)/family member(s)/mentor(s) who have made a significant impact and contribution to the life of a WTAMU student. By supporting and encouraging our students, Buff families also support West Texas A&M University.
All West Texas A&M undergraduate, graduate students are eligible to nominate their parent(s)/grandparent(s)/guardian(s)/family member(s)/mentor(s) for this award.
The 2022 Family of the Year nominations close on October 7, 2022.
All submissions will be reviewed by the Family of the Year Committee. Check back for a list of our nominees
If you have any questions or need assistance, please call 806-651-2977 or email Sami Thompson at sthompson@wtamu.edu.
Schedule of Events
All events are FREE* and open to all family members and students! Event calendar is subject to change.
*Athletic event tickets are still at a cost. Visit gobuffsgo.com to purchase your game tickets.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please call 806-651-2977 or email Sami Thompson at sthompson@wtamu.edu.
| Friday, Oct. 21 | Time | Location | |
| Check-In | 3 to 7 p.m. | JBK Student Center Legends Club | Check-in with us and receive your lanyard plus lots of fun and free goodies! You can also buy a Family Weekend t-shirt. |
| College Events | 3 to 5 p.m. | Multiple Locations |
Meet your student's faculty and professors. College of Nursing and Health Sciences @ Bivins Nursing Learning Center (BNLC) Paul & Virginia Engler College of Business @ Classroom Center (CC) 220 AG MAJORS - Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences @ Stan and Gerry Sigman Grand Lobby (Ag Building Lobby) NON-AG MAJORS - Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences @ Natural Sciences Building Atrium |
| Autumn Night on the Patio | 7 to 10 p.m. | Virgil Henson Activities Center (VHAC) |
Enjoy live music, corn hole, a photo booth, and a coffee/hot cocoa bar on the VHAC patio! |
| Virgil Henson Activities Center - All Access Pass | All Day | Virgil Henson Activities Center |
Families get free entrance to the VHAC all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, 2 - 8 p.m. |
| Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum - All Access Pass | All Day | Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum |
Families get free entrance to the PPHM all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Family Weekend Shirts On Sale | All Day | JBK Student Center Information Desk |
$10 t-shirts (card or check only, no cash accepted) |
| Saturday, Oct. 22 | |||
| WT in the Canyon | 8 a.m. |
Palo Duro Canyon Meet at the FUBC to carpool at 8 a.m. |
Free entrance to the canyon when you carpool! Free Health and Wellness Promotion fanny packs & buttons for all who attend! |
| Family of the Year Brunch | 9 a.m. | Alumni Banquet Hall | *By invitation only Family of the Year nominees will be recognized and winner announced. |
| Buffs, Brew, & Bagels | 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | WTFanGear (2306 4th Ave.) | Bring your crew and enjoy your morning brew (and bagel)! |
| WT Women's and Men's Soccer | 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. | The Pitch | Buy your tickets here. |
| Tailgate & Check-In | 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 26th Street |
Stop by the Family Weekend space for giveaways and fun. Journey Canyon Coffee will be serving all drinks on their menu from their brand new coffee bar for free! |
| WTAMU Football VS. Central Washington | 7 p.m. | Buffalo Stadium | Buy your tickets here. |
| Virgil Henson Activities Center - All Access Pass | All Day | Virgil Henson Activities Center |
Families get free entrance to the AC all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, 2 -8 p.m. |
| Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum - All Access Pass | All Day | Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum |
Families get free entrance to the PPHM all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Family Weekend Shirts On Sale | All Day | JBK Student Center Information Desk | $10 t-shirts (card or check only, no cash accepted) |
| Sunday, Oct. 23 | |||
| Virgil Henson Activities Center - All Access Pass | All Day | Virgil Henson Activities Center |
Families get free entrance to the AC all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, 2 -8 p.m. |
| Family Weekend Shirts On Sale | All Day | JBK Student Center Information Desk | $10 t-shirts (card or check only, no cash accepted) |
Eating
Check out places to eat locally in Canyon HERE.
Shopping
Get your shopping on in Canyon, TX. View a list of local stores and vendors HERE.
Lodging
Check out this link for some hotel options near us! https://www.wtamu.edu/admissions/visit/lodging.html
Local Vendor/Coupon Deals
- Creek House Honey Farm - Free drink with purchase and Family Weekend lanyard
- Palo Duro Outfitters – 10% regularly priced items with Family Weekend lanyard
- Buenos Dias - 10% off total order with Family Weekend lanyard
- Mickey's Place - 10% off total order with Family Weekend lanyard
- Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum – Families get FREE admission to the PPHM all weekend long with their lanyard.