One of the best places to go and swim in the summer is in Canyon, on the WTAMU campus, but that is about to change. The Virgil Hensen Activity Center pool on the WTAMU campus will be closing down temporarily for new updates and upgrades. Why the WT Pool Is ClosingCredit: WTAMU Credit: WTAMUWTAMU is not shutting down the pool because of damage or an emergency, but for scheduled improvements. In fact, residents from Canyon and Amarillo can purchase memberships for the WT pool. From West Texas Normal College to university status, to becoming a part of the Texas A&M University System.