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Date: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 6 p.m.
Location: Education Building, Room 101

Join the C100 of Â鶹ÊÓƵ for Taco ‘Bout Voting, Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 6 p.m. Engage with a bipartisan panel of politicians while enjoying a delicious taco bar provided by H-E-B. Come learn about the importance of voting, ask questions, and get inspired to make a difference.

Prepare for hurricane season with the LU Center for Resiliency Smartstorm disaster training and receive a backpack complete with emergency supplies to assist you and your family in the event of a disaster. Bring your participation verification to the Signature Center suites located in the Cherry Engineering Building on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 5, 9 a.m. - noon, 1 - 4 p.m.
Location: CICE Building, Room 113

The Office of Marketing Communications will be offering free professional headshots for all faculty and staff on Thursday, Sept. 5 from 9 a.m to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. in Room 113 of the CICE building. No appointment is  necessary.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 5, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: LU Speech & Hearing Sciences Building, Room 170 or via

If you stutter, you are not alone. It’s estimated that over 160 Lamar faculty, students and staff share the common experience of stuttering. Come join us either in person or via .

Date: Friday, Sept. 6, 2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Landes Auditorium 101

All students, faculty, and staff at Lamar are cordially invited to the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) Orientation for an informative presentation of our Fall 2024 programs and events, followed by The SURF 2024 Symposium with exciting student presentations of research projects done over the summer at Lamar and in other schools.

Date: Friday, Sept. 6, 2 - 5 p.m.
Location: Central Mall (Port Arthur)

We've partnered with JCPenney for the . All Â鶹ÊÓƵ students are invited to attend to receive an extra 30% off career dress apparel, accessories, and shoes. Everything you need for an interview or on the job. There will be prizes given away throughout the event.

Date: Friday, Sept. 6, 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: TBA

Join the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native American in Science (SACNAS) for our first social of the year. Get a chance to know more about the SACNAS officers and play Loteria and other games with our fellow members.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Montagne Center (parking lot)

Items in recycling bins on campus do not get recycled, so bring your recylcing on Saturday, Sept. 7 and we've got you covered. If you want to help with the community garden, recycling, or other projects, please join the LU Green Squad on the LU Hub – we need students and employees. For more information, please email flosiab@lamar.edu.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 7, 3- 5 p.m.
Location: Museum of the Gulf Coast (Port Arthur)

Please join the Museum of the Gulf Coast for a reception celebrating the publication of Carl Parker's memoir, published by Â鶹ÊÓƵ Literary Press (summer 2024). Books will be available for purchase, and Carl Parker's children, along with author Jim Sanderson, will be signing books.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 10, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

Support your LU Nutrition Dietetics Association. We'll be selling horchata, watermelon, strawberry, and pineapple for $5 each. We'll accept cash and cash app and we'll be in the Setzer Student Center from 11 a.m. until we sell out.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 12, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Reaud Building, Reaud Event Space (Room 101)

Come learn about the Center's work in fostering the scholarship and creativity of Southeast Texas and the greater gulf regions. Hear about news, announcements, upcoming programing, 2025 Greater Gulf Symposium, fellowships, and more. Refreshments will be provided, and this event is free and open to the public.

Date: Friday, Sept. 13, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Archer Physics Building, Room 201

Join us to learn about and other important information about the Crochet and Knit Club.

Date: Monday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Ballroom A

Interested in going abroad and not sure what it entails? Let us help you get started. Join us at the LU Study Abroad Fair on Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Setzer Student Center Ballroom A and get your questions answered.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17 at noon - Wednesday, Sept. 18 at noon
Location: Setzer Student Center (Cypress Room) or Virtual

Â鶹ÊÓƵ's annual virtual giving day, Red Day, is a 24-hour campaign where we invite Cardinals and friends everywhere to join us in supporting our students and programs. The academic colleges will compete for three top prizes, and there will be exciting challenges throughout the event to unlock amazing gifts across campus. To make a gift, visit lamar.edu/redday.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 12:40 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Archer Physics Building, Room 108

Join the LU History Club for a on the Lutcher and Stark families of Orange and their involvement in the early Texas lumber industry. The lecture will also highlight the W.H. Stark House and its collections and history.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: CICE Training Room 113 A/B

Students and faculty, join us at the Faculty Corner Reception to celebrate faculty scholarship, network, and enjoy a round of Human Bingo. Don’t miss out on this chance to unwind and socialize. See you there.

Date: Friday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: LU Setzer Student Center

Free online registration is now open for the 2024 Digital Ticket Conference. Registered attendees will attend sessions centered on digital learning and the latest in educational technology. Registration includes lunch and coffee/snacks between sessions. Session proposals will be accepted through August 31.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 10, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cypress 1 & 11 (125/127)

Join Dr. Taylor, Mrs. Taylor, faculty, and staff representatives to receive an LU tie, scarf, or bow tie to the first 100 students who attend. Individual instructions on how to tie the tie or scarf will also be provided.

To better serve the campus, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Information Technology is introducing a new customer satisfaction survey. IT tickets will be randomly selected to receive a short email survey consisting of six questions and an option to include comments. Feedback is greatly appreciated in a continuous effort to provide the highest level of services for all technology needs across Â鶹ÊÓƵ.

If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact the Service Desk at (409) 880-2222 or email servicedesk@lamar.edu.

We’re excited to start the journey to enhancing your research experience. During the first phase, only the 1st & 2nd floors are open; study rooms are unavailable. We apologize for any inconvenience. Need help? Visit the Circulation Desk. 

Faculty and staff, if you were unable to attend this year's convocation and receive your LU T-shirt and swag, you may visit the Office of Marketing Communications, located in the Reaud Building in Suite 313.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ's Reporting Webpage provides a convenient reporting tool for community members to share information directly with the university. This tool is designed to address concerns in a safe, timely, and supportive manner and to connect individuals with the necessary resources. The webpage was created to provide easy access to various reporting forms, including the new and improved incident reporting (LU CARE Report) and student grievance (General Questions & Concerns) forms, enhancing support for self-advocacy and streamlining the university awareness process.

More information can be found . 

The 25-26 scholarship applications are now open and available to all LU students. Each scholarship opportunity at Â鶹ÊÓƵ requires a scholarship application on file to be eligible, so be sure to complete those to be considered for awards. Click here for more information.

Open date: Tuesday, Sept. 3, 8 a.m.

The LU Writing Center is moving to the Maes building on campus. During library renovations, we'll temporarily share space with the Language Lab in Maes Room 113. You can still book appointments at lamar.edu/writingcenter, and we open for Fall 2024 on September 3. Write on!

Deadline: Sunday, Sept. 15, 11:59 p.m.

The deadline for students to apply for Spring 2025 admission to the BSN program has been extended through September 15, 2024. Please review the application instructions posted at the link before completing the application.

TRS' latest newsletter is packed with essential updates and tips. Whether you're a member or retiree, we've got news to keep you informed. Check it out .

Data Literacy Training has arrived at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. Please watch your inboxes as we begin the rollout of this training. The training can be accessed via the HR Training Nest on the LU Connect page, using LEA account credentials. For any login difficulties, please contact the HR Department.

LU's Center for Teaching and Learning Enhancement is seeking faculty volunteers for mentorship of incoming new faculty starting Fall 2024. Current Â鶹ÊÓƵ faculty who are interested should . Please reach out to the Center for Teaching and Learning Enhancement for more information at dept_CTLE@lamar.edu.

New payroll dates for for FY 2025 for monthly and biweekly paid employees (as well as a new supplemental payroll schedule) has been posted on the Payroll website under "Important Dates & Forms." You can also find EPAF deadline dates and the new Parts-of Term schedule in this section.

Deadline: Thursday, Sept. 26, 5 p.m.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ values community input and is committed to listening and reflecting on comments regarding proposed policy.

Have something to share?  (e.g., events, publications, faculty research, awards, departmental congratulations, grants, etc.) and the Office of Marketing Communications will get the word out through emails, web, social media and more. 

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

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