site://_University - news -URL-www.lamar.edu-news-and-events/index Keep up with what’s happening at °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ in Texas with the college’s news page and take a look at the university’s calendar for upcoming events. en-us Tue, 11 Feb 2025 04:00:38 -0600 Cascade Server /news-and-events/news/2025/02/lamar-university-receives-endowment-for-nursing-scholarship-honoring-nurse-who-saved-life.html The McCauleys and the °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ Foundation have established the Lindsay Randolph Excellence in Nursing Scholarship at °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ to honor nurse Lindsay Randolph's life-saving care, supporting future nursing students who demonstrate dedication and excellence. Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/02/lamar-university-receives-endowment-for-nursing-scholarship-honoring-nurse-who-saved-life.html /news-and-events/news/2025/02/computer-science-scholarship-announced-in-honor-of-anne-shepherd-nelson.html The Anne Shepherd Nelson Scholarship in Computer Science will support undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees through the Department of Computer Science.  Fri, 7 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/02/computer-science-scholarship-announced-in-honor-of-anne-shepherd-nelson.html /news-and-events/news/2025/02/maddison-bean-named-first-gen-student-of-the-month.html °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ has recognized Maddison Bean, a graduate student in Speech and Hearing Sciences (SPHS), as its February 2025 First-Gen Student of the Month. Wed, 5 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/02/maddison-bean-named-first-gen-student-of-the-month.html /news-and-events/news/2025/02/dr-elizabeth-de-la-rosa-appointed-as-new-dean-of-students.html °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Elizabeth (Liz) De La Rosa as the new Dean of Students. Wed, 5 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/02/dr-elizabeth-de-la-rosa-appointed-as-new-dean-of-students.html /news-and-events/news/2025/02/department-of-chemistry-and-biochemistry-secures-180k-grant-for-research-opportunities.html The Welch Foundation has awarded °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry a $180,000 grant to enhance research, provide scholarships, and support student and faculty development over the next three years. Mon, 3 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/02/department-of-chemistry-and-biochemistry-secures-180k-grant-for-research-opportunities.html /news-and-events/news/2025/01/department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-the-self-destruction-of-emma-james.html °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ's Department of Theatre & Dance will present "The Self Destruction of Emma James," a new play by Kate Brennan exploring sacrifice, self-preservation, and life’s challenges, from Feb. 13-16 in the Studio Theatre. Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/01/department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-the-self-destruction-of-emma-james.html /news-and-events/news/2025/01/dr-freddie-titus-named-2025-man-of-the-year-at-martin-luther-king-jr-brunch.html Dr. Freddie Titus, recognized as "Man of the Year" at the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Brunch, was honored for his decades-long commitment to education, diversity, and community service, reflecting Dr. King's principles of equality and justice. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/01/dr-freddie-titus-named-2025-man-of-the-year-at-martin-luther-king-jr-brunch.html /news-and-events/news/2025/01/lamar-university-recognized-for-commitment-to-advancing-first-generation-student-success.html °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ has been selected as one of 20 new Network Leaders in the FirstGen Forward Network for its commitment to advancing first-generation student success through innovative initiatives and institution-wide approaches. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/01/lamar-university-recognized-for-commitment-to-advancing-first-generation-student-success.html /news-and-events/news/2025/01/collage-2025-to-showcase-faculty-talent-support-student-success.html °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ’s Department of Music will host its annual Collage 2025 concert on Jan. 31, featuring diverse musical performances by acclaimed faculty artists, with proceeds benefiting student programs. Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/01/collage-2025-to-showcase-faculty-talent-support-student-success.html /news-and-events/news/2025/01/lamar-university-seeks-campus-mentors-for-cardinal-communities-program.html °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ is seeking faculty, staff, and students to serve as mentors and ambassadors for its Cardinal Communities program, which supports first-time college students' transition to university life through seminars, check-ins, and personalized guidance. Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2025/01/lamar-university-seeks-campus-mentors-for-cardinal-communities-program.html