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LU Weekly Update ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ University Students
Week of October 13, 2025
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Homecoming Week is here, Cardinals!
Learn more about this week's festivities by visiting
lamar.edu/homecoming.
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Starbucks
Starbucks Grand Opening Tomorrow

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 9 a.m.
Location: Mary and John Gray Library

Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 14 for the grand opening of our new Starbucks location on campus. We will be offering samples, free gifts for those in line after ribbon cutting, prizes and sales.

HAC Expo
Hire A Cardinal Career Expo

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Montagne Center, Neches FCU Arena

Connect with diverse employers at the . Explore career paths, gain insights, and network across industries. Professional dress required—showcase your best self and take the next step in your career journey.

URG Deadline
Undergraduate Research Grant (URG) Proposals

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

All undergraduate students from all academic areas are invited to submit proposals for trying to win an undergraduate research grant (URG). This is a competitive grant program. What you need is to develop a strong research proposal on a topic of your interest and have a supportive mentor.

SpiceFul
SpiceFul Celebration

Date: Thursday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Dining Hall Lawn

SpiceFul celebrates nutrient-rich and delicious spices and ingredients while educating students about World Food Day. The event will feature activities focused on tasting and learning about new spices, where they come from, and how better, healthier foods create a better future. Activities include a create-your-own spice blend and guessing games.

SS Workshops
Get Midterm-Ready with Student Success Workshops Every Thursday

Date(s): Thursday, Oct. 16 through Thursday, Oct. 30, 1:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Morris Hall Media Room

Stressed about midterms? All October, STAR Services hosts 30-min workshops that helps students to overcome procrastination and endless phone scrolling. Learn how to manage stress, time, and balance life during midterms. Join us 1-1:30pm each Thursday at Morris Hall Media Room. Learn more here.

Biology and Environmental Science Seminar Series: Ramblings of a Retired Field Crops Entomologist

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Maes Building, Room 107

In the second installment of our seminar series, Dr. Mo Way, emeritus professor, Texas A&M AgriLife, reflects on his long distinguished career as field crop entomologist (study of insects). Free pizza!

Explore MIS

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 101 (Landes Auditorium)

Explore MIS with Matthew McGuinness (BBA MIS, 2012). Discover how MIS connects business and technology, learn about exciting career paths, explore curriculum highlights, and get insights into the software tools that power modern enterprises. Contact the Department of Information Systems for more information.

Texas Low Country
The Texas Lowcountry with Dr. John R. Lundberg

Date: Thursday, Oct. 23, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Tyrrell Historical Library, 695 Pear Street in Beaumont

Dr. John R. Lundberg (Tarrant County College) will talk about his award-winning book The Texas Lowcountry: Slavery and Freedom on the Gulf Coast, 1822-1895. Tyrrell Historical Library (695 Pearl St). Refreshments provided. This event is free and open to the public.

Fall 2025 Cardinal View

Date: Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center & Student Setzer Center

Join us for Cardinal View, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ University's biggest open house event. You and your family are invited to campus to learn about academic majors, financial aid, scholarship opportunities, student organizations, campus resources, and what life looks like at LU.

RHC Scholars Day
Reaud Honors College to Host Honors Scholars Day

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Ballroom

Join us for Honors Scholars Day and explore what our honors students have created during their time at LU. Refreshments will be provided and drop-ins are encouraged. Get inspired by creative and academic projects at student booths and panel presentations. This event is open to everyone at LU and in Southeast Texas community.

Study Abroad Fair 2
Study Abroad Fair #2

Date: Thursday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

Did you miss the Study Abroad Fair in September? Here is your chance to learn more about our programs, get swag, treats, raffles items, and even sign up for programs, some of which are almost full. We also have new programs traveling to Paris and Florence. Don't miss out!

Cardinals Idea Pitch

Date: Thursday, Nov. 13, 1 - 5 p.m.
Location: Wayne A. Reaud Building, Executive Event Space 120

This event gives students an opportunity to pitch their business ideas to fellow students, faculty, and community members. There is an opportunity to earn cash prizes. Apply today.

Study Abroad India
Study Abroad in India Next Summer

Date(s): Friday, May 29, 2026 through Friday, June 12, 2026
Location: Mysore, India

This is an exciting opportunity for ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ University students, and all majors are welcome. 🌏✈️ Join our study abroad program and earn three credits as you learn: “Foundation & Observation in Inter-Disciplinary Rehabilitation” at the All-India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH), Mysuru, Karnataka, India.

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COMMUNITY
Weekly Athletics - Oct. 13
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Come join us this week for . Don't forget that you can also watch the LU Cardinals on the road on ESPN+. Go Big Red!

LU Moment - Julian Stevens
LU Moment: Julian Stevens' journey from LU to NY Fashion Week | S8 Ep. 28

Listen in to this week's  as we sit down with LU College of Business alumnus Julian Stevens to hear more about his clothing business, Dos Corazonez, and his recent visit to New York Fashion Week.  For the full transcription of this episode, click here
Tune in to this week's episode or of the LU Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.



ANNOUNCEMENTS
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TimelyCare is Here to Help

Deadline to create account: Friday, Oct. 17, Noon

Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? TimelyCare provides free virtual access to mental health providers. Create your account before Friday, Oct. 17 - you could win a $25 Amazon gift card!

Homecoming This Week
Homecoming 2025 is Here!

Are you ready for a full week of fun and festivities?

• Voting for Royal Court starts today - Pick your favorites on LUHub
• We're lighting up the night at Bonfire - join us at 6:30 at the field across from Spindletop Boomtown Museum
• Get your tickets now for Friday's concert!

See the week's events at lamar.edu/homecoming or on LUHub.

Country 101
Provost to Host "Country 101"

Tune in to 91.3 FM or stream online at kvlu.org, Sundays at 7 p.m. for "Country 101," a brand new show covering all things classic country with host Dr. Brett Welch, a musician, music lover and Provost for ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ University.

Celebrate Connections
Audiology Services Available

Date(s): Tuesday, Oct. 14 through Thursday, Nov. 20, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Speech & Hearing Sciences Building

The LU Speech and Hearing Clinic offers audiology services as a benefit to employees, their insurance-covered dependents, or currently enrolled students, with no out-of-pocket expenses. We also work with TWC. Come see us soon, to hear every moment of the holidays. Call (409) 880-8171.

OUR Fall Conference
Submit an Abstract to the 2025 OUR Fall Conference

Deadline to apply: Saturday, Oct. 25, 6 p.m.

All undergraduate and graduate students are cordially invited to submit abstracts to the 2025 O.U.R. Fall Conference, which will be held on Nov. 14 in the Setzer Student Center. At the conference, you can give a (10 minute) talk or present a poster (of 48" by 36" in landscape orientation).

2026-2027 FAFSA is Now Open

Students can now submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026-2027 academic year. Log in to studentaid.gov to complete your application, use school code 003581 to have your FAFSA sent to LU.

Cybersecurity Fraud
October Cybersecurity Awareness Month Tip

Tune in here weekly for cybersecurity tips to keep your information safe from prying eyes. We invite everyone to visit LU's Security Awareness web page to help keep abreast of current security risks including scams and phishes.

Pigment Print
KVLU Fall Giveaway

Deadline to give: Monday, Nov. 10, 6 p.m.

The KVLU Fall Giving Campaign begins on Nov. 3, but you can ensure its success and the enduring legacy of KVLU today. All gifts received now through Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. will qualify for automatic entry into our fall giveaway of a stunning 15"x7" pigment print by art photographer Cathy Spence.

STI Testing
Free STI Testing on Campus – Confidential & Convenient

Stop by this semester for free, confidential testing for sexually transmitted infections, sponsored by Legacy Community Health and the Student Health Center. Find us at Cardinal Village, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the following dates:

• Sept. 25, Gentry Hall
• Oct. 23, Morris Hall
• Nov. 18, Gentry Hall

David J. Beck Fellowship and Scholarship Applications Open

Deadline to apply: Jan. 15, 2026, 5 p.m.

The 2026 David J. Beck Fellowship application is now open. Faculty and staff are encouraged to inspire and support students to apply for this prestigious fellowship. Visit the website for application requirements and award information. Students may submit their application through MyScholarhsips.

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All approved announcements must be received by Thursday at 3 p.m. to be included in the following week's campus update.



NEWS
LU News, October 6 - October 13

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ University Office of Alumni Affairs announces 2025-2026 Alumni Advisory Board

Boone named as dean of LU College of Arts and Sciences

Students share insights from College of Engineering fall career fair

Electrical engineering senior strives for aerospace career

LU to celebrate grand opening of new Starbucks in renovated library




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