1 West Texas A&M University — Re: “When degree dream is forced to hit pause — West Texas A&M University offers embedded associate degrees to give students flexibility,” by Walter V. Wendler, Aug. 28 Opinion.
Hats off to West Texas A&M University for understanding that life is a series of overcoming detours and now offering embedded associate degrees after students successfully meet 60 credit hours. This is a wonderful way to meet students’ needs, especially if costs or life gets in the way of their bachelor’s degree.
Most important, the 60-hour degree will prove itself in the pocketbook with increased earning power. Good job, West Texas A&M, for thinking outside the education box.
Barry Rothschild, Dallas/Preston Hollow
2 Good work by The Dallas Morning News — Re: Let’s spotlight some excellence — From whimsical to deadly serious, here is journalism that shined,” by Stephen Buckley, Aug. 11 Opinion.
I thought that Buckley’s piece on showcasing Dallas Morning News work that resonates with readers was good. But I thought he overlooked some very good work.
I thought The News’ toll road investigation was excellent. I hope there will be follow-up work on this.
He also overlooked two very good Metro columnists — The Watchdog Dave Lieber and Gromer Jeffers Jr. I especially like Lieber. His column is the only place in the paper that provides consistent news and reporting that directly helps Texas consumers.
Jeffers brings unbiased, level-headed insight in Texas politics. I always look forward to their columns.
Richard Bach, Garland
3 DMN Comics — I grew up in Texas reading your comics. I’m now 73, and once a week, I pull the colorful comics to save for my granddaughter who lives in Colorado.
This has been a tradition for 13 years now. It has made a sweet connection with her and her granny, and now she loves the comics as much as I do.
Thank you, Dallas Morning News, for continuing to publish the colorful and funny comics each and every Sunday through the generations. You have delighted me and my granddaughter.
Kathy Keasler, Richardson
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