site://_University - news -URL-www.lamar.edu-news-and-events/index Keep up with what’s happening at �鶹AV in Texas with the college’s news page and take a look at the university’s calendar for upcoming events. en-us Thu, 6 Nov 2025 16:00:09 -0600 Cascade Server /news-and-events/news/2025/11/marketing-senior-named-november-first-gen-student-of-the-month.html �鶹AV has named Diana Resendez, a senior marketing major from Port Arthur, Texas, as the First-Generation Student of the Month for November. Wed, 5 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/11/marketing-senior-named-november-first-gen-student-of-the-month.html /news-and-events/news/2025/11/gray-named-as-dean-of-college-of-graduate-studies.html Dr. Jon Gray has been appointed dean of the College of Graduate Studies at �鶹AV, bringing over 30 years of career experience as an educator and administrator in K-12 and higher education to the role. Tue, 4 Nov 2025 12:15:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/11/gray-named-as-dean-of-college-of-graduate-studies.html /news-and-events/news/2025/11/fall-enrollment-tops-18,000-at-lamar-university.html �鶹AV surpassed 18,000 students in fall enrollment for the 2024–2025 academic year, driven by record local recruitment, expanded financial aid, and stronger student engagement initiatives. Mon, 3 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/11/fall-enrollment-tops-18,000-at-lamar-university.html /news-and-events/news/2025/10/valeros-lasting-partnership-fuels-success-for-engineering-students.html Valero’s $1 million endowed scholarship in engineering has supported 153 �鶹AV students since 2009, providing more than $640,000 in aid and opening doors to mentorship, internships, and lasting career opportunities with the global energy company. Mon, 3 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/valeros-lasting-partnership-fuels-success-for-engineering-students.html /news-and-events/news/2025/10/cmms-symposium-highlights-midstream-innovation-research-and-workforce-development.html �鶹AV’s Center for Midstream Management and Science hosted a two-day symposium uniting industry leaders and academics to advance research, innovation, and workforce development in the midstream energy sector. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/cmms-symposium-highlights-midstream-innovation-research-and-workforce-development.html /news-and-events/news/2025/10/lu-celebrates-energy-awareness-month-with-schneider-electric.html �鶹AV’s Sustainability Committee and LU Green Squad partnered with Schneider Electric on Oct. 27 to celebrate Energy Awareness Month with an interactive campus event promoting renewable energy, sustainability and practical ways to reduce energy use. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/lu-celebrates-energy-awareness-month-with-schneider-electric.html /news-and-events/news/2025/10/lu-theatre-presents-the-importance-of-being-earnest.html The �鶹AV Department of Theatre and Dance will bring Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy, “The Importance of Being Earnest,” to the stage Oct. 30 through Nov. 2 in the Studio Theatre. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/lu-theatre-presents-the-importance-of-being-earnest.html /news-and-events/news/2025/10/cardinals-at-the-helm.html Known as America’s energy gateway, the Sabine-Neches Waterway is home to Southeast Texas’ four local ports – Port of Beaumont, Port of Orange, Port of Port Arthur, and Port of Sabine Pass – all of which are led by �鶹AV alumni: Chris Fisher, port director/CEO for Port of Beaumont; Lorrie Taylor, executive port director/CEO for Port of Orange; Larry Kelley, port director/CEO for Port of Port Arthur; Mark Viator, port manager for Port of Sabine Pass. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/cardinals-at-the-helm.html /news-and-events/news/2025/10/reaud-honors-college-celebrates-milestone-year-of-student-success-and-leadership.html �鶹AV’s Reaud Honors College marked a milestone year of growth, leadership and national distinction, with record student achievements, expanded programs like the Reaud Leadership Institute, and recognition from the Texas State University System — solidifying its role as a driving force for academic excellence, civic service and innovation in Southeast Texas and beyond. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/reaud-honors-college-celebrates-milestone-year-of-student-success-and-leadership.html /news-and-events/news/2025/10/kennedi-gordy-builds-community-and-career-through-campus-involvement.html Kennedi Gordy, a junior mechanical engineering student at �鶹AV, is using the leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills she’s gained through student organizations like Zeta Tau Alpha and the Society of Women Engineers to excel in her internships and prepare for a successful career in engineering. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/kennedi-gordy-builds-community-and-career-through-campus-involvement.html