By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Desk-Chief

ALPINE – The West Texas Water Research Center is steadily progressing at Sul Ross, despite recent budget cuts to the university. Marfa Public Radio spoke to Billy Tarrant, the current interim director of the new West Texas Water Research Center. The recently launched water center is to be housed within Sul Ross University’s Borderlands Research Institute, and according to Tarrant, “aims to help researchers, landowners, and other stakeholders get a better understanding of water supply, recharge rates, and sustainability across the region.”

By: Viviana Sanchez, Skyline Reporter 

ALPINE - The 2025 edition of The Sage, Sul Ross State University’s art and literature magazine, is now available across campus. For students, faculty, and Alpine residents, flipping open The Sage each year is a new opportunity to see the creativity of their peers in print. Being published in the magazine can be a debut for many young photographers, artists, and writers.  

By Viviana Sanchez, Skyline Reporter

ALPINE - As another fall semester begins, Sul Ross President Carlos Hernandez expressed his excitement and plans for the new year. 

By Eliya Alvidrez, Sul Ross Skyline Editor 

ALPINE - The US Department of Education will stop funding for many minority serving institutions, a measure that will directly impact Sul Ross State University and possibly result in the termination of staff, President Carlos Hernandez said in a memo distributed late Monday night. 

By: Viviana Sanchez, Skyline Reporter and Eliya Alvidrez, Skyline Editor

ALPINE- A nationwide crackdown on student visas has left many students across the U.S. feeling scared and afraid about the future.

By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Desk-Chief

ALPINE – On April 5, a group of protesters organized themselves at the Civic Center to participate in what has been called a “Hands-Off” protest. The gathering was just one of many that are taking place across the nation, organized to show public resistance to the Trump Administration’s actions.

By Eliya Alvidrez, Skyline Editor

ALPINE – The Sul Ross Office of the Provost and the Faculty Assembly Online Distance Education Committee announced a new award that recognizes examples of outstanding online teaching and online teaching practices.

By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Desk Chief  

ALPINE- Sul Ross Baseball’s graduate assistant coach, Ruger Beck has recently been dismissed from his position due to alleged “insubordination and disrespect to the program”, according to Head Coach Caleb Abney.

By: Lillian Stewart, Skyline Intern

ALPINE Local high school students and their families say they are alarmed and confused by President Trump’s crackdown on undocumented migrants.

By Eric Loy, Skyline Reporter

ALPINE, TX – Less than a month into his term, President Trump entered office with fists swinging.

By Skyline Reporter Viviana Sanchez  

ALPINE- In recent weeks, ICE raids have continued to become more common in the United States. During these times it is crucial to understand your rights and the proper steps to take if ICE agents approach you at your home, workplace, or school. Here is what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones. 

By: Eliya Alvidrez, Skyline Editor

ALPINE - Starting on February 14th, Sul Ross will be required to expand its restrictions regarding the use of technologies, covered applications, and technology service providers. Governor Gregg Abbott has instructed the Department of Information Resources to update their Prohibited Technologies list to include new additions.