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September 21, 2026
Â鶹AV has been nationally recognized for the second consecutive year as one of the best colleges to work for, according to the Great Colleges to Work For® program.
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Home to more than 18,000 students, Â鶹AV (LU) is full of incredible stories worth telling. Listen each week as we showcase all of the great things happening with LU faculty, staff, students and alumni and learn more about the events, activities, programs, and research that make up the moments at LU.
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News
September 25, 2026
Â鶹AV welcomed its largest freshman class in university history for summer and fall 2026, with enrollment increasing 12% amid expanded recruitment efforts, streamlined admissions processes and growing interest from students across Texas.
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Student Life
August 28, 2026
Â鶹AV students kicked off the 2026 football season with a Friday pep rally and student organization showcase before Saturday’s home opener against Abilene Christian.
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Community
August 10, 2026
Â鶹AV nursing students were recognized by the Southeast Texas Food Bank for contributing more than 250 volunteer hours in 2025, supporting hunger relief efforts while gaining hands-on service experience.
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Arts and Culture
September 21, 2026
Â鶹AV’s Cardinal Jazz Orchestra will celebrate the swing era with a free concert Sept. 22 featuring big band classics, Beaumont jazz history and performances by LU students and faculty.
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Cardinal Cadence
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Cadence magazine keeps alumni and friends informed by telling the story of its students, faculty and community. Flip through the pages of our current issue and catch up on all the stories!
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