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Week of September 23, 2024
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"Where The Amish Vacation" and "To Live" On View at the Dishman

Date(s): Now through Saturday Nov. 2
Location: Dishman Art Museum

Both exhibitions will be open from Sept. 20 through Nov. 2. The opening reception for both shows will be held Friday, Sept. 27, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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AI in Academia: Integrating GenAI Through Purposeful Course Design

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (Digital Learning Lab) or via Teams

During this interactive session, we will explore the direct connection between intentional course design and the integration of Generative AI to enhance teaching and learning outcomes. In person and attendance is available. Scan the QR code to register.

Coffee and Cake
Coffee & Cake with KVLU

Date(s): Tuesday, Sept. 24 & Wednesday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: KVLU Studios (inside of the LU Theatre Annex building)

KVLU invites all faculty and staff to enjoy coffee and cake and a complimentary tour of the studios. Drop by any time Sept. 24 or 25 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to learn more about what KVLU does and what it can do for you.

Flu Clinic SHC
Avoid the Flu

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center (lobby)

Cooler weather is coming - don't forget to . The Student Health Center is offering flu vaccines Sept. 25, Oct. 9 and Oct. 10, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Rec Center lobby. The cost will be able to be charged to your LU account. Faculty/Staff will be $30, and students will be $28. Students: you may qualify for a free vaccine.

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LIVE Bayoulands Podcast Recording

Date: Thursday, Sept. 26, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Dishman Art Museum Auditorium

KVLU invites the public to a live recording for the Bayoulands podcast. KVLU Station Manager Jason Miller will lead a conversation with Patrick Patterson and Uliana Trylowsky inspired by an exhibition of Patrick's photographs documenting the war in Ukraine, which will be on view at the Dishman Art Museum.

LU Center for Resiliency to Host Another Brown Bag Lecture

Date: Thursday, Sept. 26, 12:40 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Cherry Building (Signature Center Suites, Room 105) or via

Join us for the first lecture of the LU Center for Resiliency's "Clusters" series. Speakers include: Dr. S. Wang and student Arjun Shrestha, and Angela Clavijo with Stephan Malick and Karen Roebuck. Topics will include: 2024 Summer Camps, MIND- mental health intervention and diversion, disaster perspectives through immigration/cultural themes, and general storytelling.

Spindletop Live
A Spindletop Live Experience Powered by Pepsi

Date: Saturday, Sept. 28, 6 - 10 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

The “Live Experience” will showcase performances from local artists, like Luke Whitney and Ariel Moses. Join us as we celebrate the newly remodeled Spindletop Boomtown Museum and the grand opening of the Boomtown Square Bar and Grill. Tickets are free for LU and the public.

Fall Career Expo
Fall Career Expo

Date: Thursday, Oct. 3, Noon - 3 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

The is open to all students and alumni of all majors seeking internships, co-ops, and full-time positions in a variety of fields. Appropriate attire in business casual or professional dress is required to attend this event. Bring copies of your resume to share with employers.

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National Stuttering Association Beaumont/Lamar Chapter Meeting

Date: Thursday, Oct. 3, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: 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 our support group, a proven way to build self-confidence, practice speaking, and explore ways to cope with stuttering.

TA Preview Day
Texas Academy Preview Day

Date: Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. - Noon
Location: LU Science & Technology Building

At Texas Academy Preview Day, learn firsthand from our staff and students on why the academy may be the right fit for you. We will cover multiple topics including admissions process, student life, academics, and research. More info can be found .

Another Book Release
"Another Way" Book Release Reading and Lecture

Date: Saturday, Oct. 5, 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Price Auditorium

Join us for a reading and lecture celebrating the release of Another Way: Poetry and Prose from high school students in Jefferson County. Joe Francisco, Beaumont-raised chemist from U-Penn, will also be giving a lecture. All are welcome.

World Mental Health Day Event

Date: Thursday, Oct. 10, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

The Office of Strategic Initiatives is hosting a World Mental Health Day event. The purpose is to raise awareness about mental health issues, reducing stigma, and promoting mental well-being. There will be information provided by LU student organizations and community-based organizations.

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Turtle on a Post: Memoirs of Carl Parker with Jim Sanderson

Date: Thursday, Oct. 10, 6 - 7 p.m.
Location: Tyrrell Historical Library (695, Pearl Street, Beaumont)

LU Writer-in-Residence Dr. Jim Sanderson will talk about his work with Carl Parker in writing his memoirs Turtle on a Post. Parker (1934-2024) was born in Port Arthur and served 33 years (1962-1995) in the Texas Legislature. Sanderson is an award-winning author of eight novels and he is also a creative writing teacher. Find out more info here.

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2024 Digital Ticket Learning Technologies Conference

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.

Walk Like MADD 5k

Date: Saturday, Nov. 9, 7:30 a.m. - Noon
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

The 2024 Walk Like MADD Beaumont event is MADD's signature fundraising event to help us raise both awareness and funds to eliminate drunk and drugged driving. Register and donate today to help us save more lives. Fire Truck Pull will be held at 10:30 a.m.

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LU Moment - Service Saturdays
LU Moment: Cardinals Give Back Through Service Saturdays | S7 Ep. 32

Listen in to this week's  as we sit down with Emily Robinson and Lizzie Drago to hear more about Service Saturdays.

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Homecoming Door Decorating Contest

Deadline: Friday, Sept. 27, 5 p.m.

Show your Cardinal Pride and for the Homecoming Door Decorating Contest. You could win a free breakfast buffet for your office. Students, faculty and staff will vote on the winners Oct. 8 and 9.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Study Zones Across Campus

During the Mary & John Gray Library's construction, alternative study zones have been identified for Fall 2024. If you have questions or suggestions about study spaces on campus, please email studentsuccess@lamar.edu.

LU Green Squad Survey on Recycling

We would like you to take our survey on when to hold recycling days so that we can know what works best for everyone. We appreciate the time and effort you give to help us with events like this and we we want to make sure that the day/times we schedule recycling events work with your schedule. Take our survey .

LU Center for Resiliency Continues Disaster Backpack Distributions on Wednesdays

Finish out hurricane season by preparing 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.

The LU Tutoring Center Has Moved

The LU Tutoring Center has moved to Galloway Room 140. We look forward to seeing you there.

Employee Interface
September is Suicide Prevention Month

Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to support you. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, work-related stress, or need someone to talk to, the EAP offers confidential counseling and resources. Don’t hesitate to reach out and take advantage of this valuable benefit. Find out more here.

McNair Scholars Applications Open for 2025 Cohort

Applications are open for the 2025 cohort of McNair Scholars. McNair Scholars invites students who have a strong interest in research and are either First Generation or underrepresented in graduate study to apply early and before Friday, Nov. 1. Read more here: /mcnair/apply.html.

Cardinal View Table Registration Link

We are very excited for Fall 2024 Cardinal View. You can access our Cardinal View table registration link . Please feel free to share this with anyone who may be interested in having a table at Cardinal View.

Hearing Evaluations
Lamar Audiology Clinic Open for Fall

The LU Speech and Hearing Clinic offers audiology services as a benefit of employment to employees, their insurance-covered dependents, or to currently enrolled students, with no out-of-pocket expenses. We also work with Vocational Rehabilitation for technology assistance. Call (409) 880-8171 for more information.

Center for Resiliency RFP for Lamar Projects Deadline Approachess

Deadline: Monday, Sept. 30, 11:59 p.m.

The LU Center for Resiliency welcomes applications for Lamar Project (LP). The LPs are intended to promote interdisciplinary or university-wide disaster resilience projects within the Clusters of Excellence in (1) Environment, (2) Engagement, or (3) Economics. Applications are in .

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NEWS
LU News, September 16 - September 23

Â鶹ÊÓƵ welcomes Dr. Joby John as new College of Business dean

LU partners with Hamshire-Fannett ISD to prepare future educators

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Office of Alumni Affairs announces 2024-2025 Alumni Advisory Board




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