Ƶ University News site://_University - news -URL-www.lamar.edu-news-and-events/index Keep up with what’s happening at Ƶ University in Texas with the college’s news page and take a look at the university’s calendar for upcoming events. en-us Sun, 2 Nov 2025 16:00:11 -0600 Cascade Server CMMS symposium highlights midstream innovation, research, and workforce development /news-and-events/news/2025/10/cmms-symposium-highlights-midstream-innovation-research-and-workforce-development.html Ƶ University’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 LU celebrates Energy Awareness Month with Schneider Electric /news-and-events/news/2025/10/lu-celebrates-energy-awareness-month-with-schneider-electric.html Ƶ University’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 LU Theatre presents ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ /news-and-events/news/2025/10/lu-theatre-presents-the-importance-of-being-earnest.html The Ƶ University 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 Cardinals at the helm /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 Ƶ University 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 Reaud Honors College celebrates milestone year of student success and leadership /news-and-events/news/2025/10/reaud-honors-college-celebrates-milestone-year-of-student-success-and-leadership.html Ƶ University’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 Kennedi Gordy builds community and career through campus involvement /news-and-events/news/2025/10/kennedi-gordy-builds-community-and-career-through-campus-involvement.html Kennedi Gordy, a junior mechanical engineering student at Ƶ University, 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 Mohamed Irhabi named October First-Gen Student of the Month /news-and-events/news/2025/10/mohamed-irhabi-named-october-first-gen-student-of-the-month.html Ƶ University has named Mohamed Irhabi, junior biology (pre-med) student, as it’s First-Generation Student of the Month for October. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/mohamed-irhabi-named-october-first-gen-student-of-the-month.html ‘SpiceFul’ to highlight culture and community at Ƶ University /news-and-events/news/2025/10/spiceful-to-highlight-culture-and-community-at-lamar-university.html Ƶ University and Chartwells Higher Education will celebrate World Food Day on Thursday, Oct. 16, with SpiceFul—a JoyFul campaign event at Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall that highlights global flavors, community, and social responsibility through food, culture, and giving back. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/spiceful-to-highlight-culture-and-community-at-lamar-university.html Homecoming Week brings campus, community celebrations /news-and-events/news/2025/10/homecoming-week-brings-campus-community-celebrations.html Ƶ University is celebrating Homecoming Week with a week of student, alumni, and community events, culminating Saturday with the Cardinals taking on UT Rio Grande Valley. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/homecoming-week-brings-campus-community-celebrations.html LU to celebrate grand opening of new Starbucks in renovated library /news-and-events/news/2025/10/lu-to-celebrate-grand-opening-of-new-starbucks-in-renovated-library.html Ƶ University will host a grand opening for its new Starbucks on Oct. 14, marking a major step in the ongoing transformation of the Mary and John Gray Library into a modern, student-centered space. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/10/lu-to-celebrate-grand-opening-of-new-starbucks-in-renovated-library.html