Â鶹ÊÓƵ News site://_University - news -URL-www.lamar.edu-news-and-events/index Keep up with what’s happening at Â鶹ÊÓƵ in Texas with the college’s news page and take a look at the university’s calendar for upcoming events. en-us Thu, 26 Dec 2024 00:00:26 -0600 Cascade Server Maddie Sims’ journey from aspiring writer to newspaper leader /news-and-events/news/2024/12/maddie-sims-journey-from-aspiring-writer-to-newspaper-leader.html Maddie Sims, a senior at Â鶹ÊÓƵ, has revitalized the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Press as its editor, channeling her lifelong passion for writing into leadership, growth, and mentorship. Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/maddie-sims-journey-from-aspiring-writer-to-newspaper-leader.html Blake Wilson named December First-Generation Student of the Month /news-and-events/news/2024/12/blake-wilson-named-december-first-generation-student-of-the-month.html Blake Wilson, a junior majoring in Management Information Systems with a concentration in Enterprise Systems, has been named Â鶹ÊÓƵ's First-Generation Student of the Month for December. Mon, 23 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/blake-wilson-named-december-first-generation-student-of-the-month.html Faculty and staff support ToyFeast for Southeast Texans in need /news-and-events/news/2024/12/faculty-and-staff-support-toyfeast-for-southeast-texans-in-need.html Â鶹ÊÓƵ faculty and staff lent their support to this year’s ToyFeast, a community-wide initiative aimed at providing food, toys, and monetary donations to benefit Southeast Texas families during the holiday season. Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/faculty-and-staff-support-toyfeast-for-southeast-texans-in-need.html Â鶹ÊÓƵ celebrates fall commencement /news-and-events/news/2024/12/lamar-university-celebrates-fall-commencement.html Â鶹ÊÓƵ celebrated its fall commencement on Thursday, Dec. 12, and Friday, Dec. 13 at the Montagne Center, honoring the achievements of more than 2,500 graduates. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/lamar-university-celebrates-fall-commencement.html Hardin senior Abbey Lanier awarded Â鶹ÊÓƵ Presidential Scholarship /news-and-events/news/2024/12/hardin-senior-abbey-lanier-awarded-lamar-university-presidential-scholarship.html Hardin High School senior Abbey Lanier has been named a recipient of Â鶹ÊÓƵ's full-ride Presidential Scholarship for 2025-2026. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/hardin-senior-abbey-lanier-awarded-lamar-university-presidential-scholarship.html Chakraborty named Member of the Month by International Atlantic Economic Society /news-and-events/news/2024/12/chakraborty-named-member-of-the-month-by-international-atlantic-economic-society.html Dr. Kalyan "Kal" Chakraborty, an associate professor at Â鶹ÊÓƵ, has been named the December 2024 Member of the Month by the International Atlantic Economic Society for his extensive research contributions in applied microeconomics, health economics, public education economics, and biotechnology policy. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/chakraborty-named-member-of-the-month-by-international-atlantic-economic-society.html Online MBA program ranks among nation’s most affordable /news-and-events/news/2024/12/online-mba-program-ranks-among-nations-most-affordable.html Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s online MBA program, accredited by the prestigious AACSB and offering 12 areas of concentration, ranks #32 among College Consensus's 40 Most Affordable Online MBA Programs for 2025, combining affordability, flexibility, and academic excellence. Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/online-mba-program-ranks-among-nations-most-affordable.html JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing celebrates 50 years of excellence /news-and-events/news/2024/12/joanne-gay-dishman-school-of-nursing-celebrates-50-years-of-excellence.html The JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing at Â鶹ÊÓƵ celebrated its 50th anniversary, highlighting its legacy, innovative programs, and commitment to nursing excellence with awards, community partnerships, and advanced educational opportunities. Mon, 9 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/joanne-gay-dishman-school-of-nursing-celebrates-50-years-of-excellence.html Valero Energy Corporation commits $500,000 to enhance engineering labs /news-and-events/news/2024/12/valero-energy-corporation-commits-500,000-to-enhance-engineering-labs.html Â鶹ÊÓƵ has received a $500,000 donation from Valero Energy Corporation to upgrade the Process Control and Unit Operations Labs in the Department of Chemical Engineering, enhancing student training with advanced equipment, including a PetroSkills simulator and a carbon capture system. Wed, 4 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/valero-energy-corporation-commits-500,000-to-enhance-engineering-labs.html Engineering senior builds career in marine engineering /news-and-events/news/2024/12/engineering-senior-builds-career-in-marine-engineering.html Scott Thomas, a Â鶹ÊÓƵ senior, turned his passion for civil engineering into impactful work at Collins Engineers, excelling in marine structures and leadership while preparing for a promising career. Wed, 4 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 /news-and-events/news/2024/12/engineering-senior-builds-career-in-marine-engineering.html