Michael Bain is a West Texas A&M University alumnus who has served the university in many ways, including his positions on the boards of WTAMU’s foundation and Main Street Canyon.…
Featured Founder- Michael L. Bain
West Texas A&M University is one of the Texas Panhandle’s greatest assets. The university not only makes a lasting difference in the lives of its students, but also enhances the economic and cultural wealth of Canyon, Amarillo and the surrounding area. As one of the largest employers in the area, WTAMU draws students and visitors to Amarillo, and helps create a skilled, educated workforce.
The Buffalo Council, Inc. is a social welfare organization committed to promoting scholarship and university advancement, and to influencing policy to the benefit of West Texas A&M University.
“The Buffalo Council, Inc. is a social welfare organization committed to promoting scholarship and university advancement.”
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Buffalo Council is dedicated to creating scholarships for West Texas A&M students. Contributions may be made to specific scholarship funds established by the Buffalo Council, such as the Glen Parkey Scholarship or the Triss and Jim Brewer Memorial Scholarship. Or if you would like to set up a scholarship, we can assist you! Please contact us for more information.
ANNUAL SPORTING CLAY COMPETITION
The Buffalo Council is hosting our Twelfth Annual Sporting Clay Competition on Saturday, September 19, 2026 to benefit the WTAMU Foundation student scholarship program. The Calcutta will be on Friday, September 18th. All proceeds provide scholarships for students at WTAMU.
WE NEED YOUR HELP
West Texas A&M University is The Panhandle’s University as it serves students throughout the Texas Panhandle region. WT students are the future teachers, health care workers, agriculture experts and business owners of the 26 counties that form the Texas Panhandle. The innovative strategies of West Texas A&M help to ensure that students receive an affordable, practical, and valuable education.
Our goal as founders of the Buffalo Council, a nonprofit organization, is to provide student scholarships for deserving students and to assist WT by promoting awareness of the opportunities they provide. We’re proud of WTAMU and we’re grateful for its impact on the quality of life we experience in the Panhandle and beyond.
Contributions to the Buffalo Council will be used to support special projects and to create scholarships for deserving students.