WHERE NEWS HAPPENS IN WEST TEXAS
Pipe Burst in Fine Arts Building
New Leadership at the Skyline
ALPINE - With fall semester gone and a new year upon us, the Skyline has said goodbye to many important staff members, including Editor Eliya Alvidrez and Cartoonist Alyn Covington. Despite the loss, we are excited to announce Viviana Sanchez, who has been on staff since January 2020, will be taking on the position of desk-chief, while Maya Tinajero will assume the position of editor.
Censorship of Student Newspapers has No Place in America
By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Desk-Chief and Eliya Alvidrez, Skyline Editor
Journalism is many things. It is a profession, an art, and a community. That community is never more important than when one of us is under attack.
Alpine Participates in Second National “No Kings Day” Protest
By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Desk-Chief
ALPINE – A crowd of around 200 people from Alpine and the surrounding areas gathered on October 18 to participate in the second national “No Kings Day” protest against the Trump Administration.
BREAKING: Potential Layoffs and Cuts in University Operations Despite $3 million in Federal Grants Standing Through Fall 2026
New Water Research Center to be Housed within the Borderlands Research Institute
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.”
The Sage 2025 is Now Available
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.
Welcome Back Lobos
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.
BREAKING NEWS: US Department of Education cuts funding
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.
Awaiting Reconstruction After The Fire
By: Lillian Stewart, Skyline Intern
ALPINE- After the devastating fire that took place last May in downtown Alpine, Sul Ross students and local community members eagerly await the reconstruction of the affected area.
BREAKING: Trump Visa Crackdown Bypasses Students So Far
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.
Alpine Participates in the “Hands Off” National Protest
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.
Sul Ross Takes First and Second Place Awards at TIPA Conference
By Eliya Alvidrez, Skyline Editor
ALPINE - Throughout April 10-12, The Sul Ross Skyline made a powerful impact at the 2025 Texas Intercollegiate Press Association Convention, held in San Marcos, TX. The Skyline brought home 1 first place and 3 second place awards in various categories, showcasing the organization's determination and talent.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month at Sul Ross
By Eliya Alvidrez, Skyline Editor
ALPINE – April is recognized as sexual assault awareness month. Communities across the country take the initiative to do their part in creating awareness by educating others about sexual violence, how to prevent it, and offering support to survivors.
Sul Ross Plans to Boost Housing and Meal Plan Prices
By Viviana Sanchez, Skyline Reporter
ALPINE- Sul Ross is raising the cost to students for housing and food , meaning students will face higher living costs, but they may benefit from improved housing and dining.
Applications for Online Teaching Excellence Due April 10th
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.
BREAKING: Protest Takes Place in Alpine
ALPINE - Protesters were seen walking down Holland Ave., in regards to the economic policies that President Trump has put in place.
BREAKING: Baseball Graduate Assistant Coach Is “Released” for “insubordination”
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.
Local High School Students alarmed by Trump Crackdown
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.
Presidential Powers in Play
By Eric Loy, Skyline Reporter
ALPINE, TX – Less than a month into his term, President Trump entered office with fists swinging.