Category: News

Lamar University’s student media picked up 33 awards at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association convention in San Marcos

Lamar’s Student Government Association held their officer elections for the 2025-2026 academic year.

OUR will host its 12th annual exposition, April 23-24, in the Live Oak Ballroom of the Setzer Student Center.

Lamar University’s Green Squad tackles the challenge of recycling after recycling businesses’ downfall during COVID-19 quarantine whilst urging campus to take more action toward being environmentally conscious.

Circle K International is volunteering at the Giving Field community garden on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Lamar University’s Cardinal Activities Board hosted Cardinalpalooza, April 4, in the Neches Federal Credit Union Arena at the Montagne Center. Activities included games such as ax throwing and cornhole.

Lamar University’s Asian Business Student Association is aiming to grow and the group, founded in 2022, wants students to know who they are.

Lamar University held its first ring ceremony, March 29, at the Neches Federal Credit Union Arena at the Montagne Center.

The event will include carnival games, and a performance by rapper The Mexican OT.

Lamar’s Student Government Association will host Field Day, 3 -7 p.m., March 29, in the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center.

91.3 KVLU, Lamar University’s public radio station, will launch its spring fundraising campaign, March 31.

The Young Men’s Business League of Beaumont will present the 81st year of the South Texas State Fair

Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall will host Color-Ful, an event dedicated to nutrition

Lamar University’s Center for Resiliency will host Latin Grammy-winning flutist José Valentino, March 28 at 7:30 p.m. in Rothwell Recital Hall.

Crunch Fitness opened a new high value low price gym in Port Arthur’s Central Mall, March 18.

Lamar has been recognized as an R2 institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

The College of Fine Arts and Communication and the Friends of the Arts will host its 49th annual Le Grand Bal.

Mardi Gras Southeast Texas will be held at Doggett Ford Park, Feb. 28-March 2.

LU’s College of Engineering concluded Engineering Week with a block party, car smash and other events, Feb. 21.

Lamar University’s Cardinal Activities Board held its Winter Gala, Feb. 7, in the Setzer Student Center Live Oak Ballroom.

Lamar University has increased opportunities for students to access Cardinal merchandise to show their school spirit.

The Boomtown Film Society will host BoomFest 2025, Feb. 21–23.

Student Tutoring and Retention Services, or STARS, is seeking Student Success Mentors, previously known as peer mentors, for the Cardinal Communities program in fall 2025.

Late on Saturday, Jan. 18, Americans were met with a shocking message on their phones — “Sorry, TikTok isn’t available right now.”

The Cardinal Activities Board sponsored a “Spirit Bus” trip, Jan. 18, to watch the Lady Cardinals and Cardinals basketball games at McNeese University’s Legacy Center in Lake Charles, La.

Lamar University and the greater Southeast Texas area faced unusual weather, now known as Winter Storm Enzo, Jan. 21.

Valero donated $500,000 to Lamar University's College of Engineering, Dec. 3 to fund new laboratories designed to equip students.

Spindletop Gladys-City Boomtown Museum will host its Boomtown City in Lights event, Dec. 5, from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be live music, free hot chocolate and cider, blacksmithing demonstrations, and a showing of “The Polar Express” at 6:30 p.m.

Lamar University hosted the fourth-annual Cardinal Lights celebration, Nov. 19, at the Wayne A. Reaud Building Courtyard. Sponsored by ExxonMobil, the event marks the beginning of the holiday season.

Eight Lamar college athletes dispelled preconceptions and provided insights into their everyday lives for faculty and staff at the panel discussion “Flip the Script,” Nov. 19, in the Galloway Business Building Auditorium.

The Cardinals Activities Board will host a Winter Gala, 7-11 p.m., Jan. 25, in the Live Oak Ballroom located in the Setzer Student Center.

A wall of images commemorating women veterans and first responders was unveiled Nov. 14 on the second floor of the Maes Building. The wall honors past and present women who have served.

Lamar University’s fourth annual Cardinal Lights will take place Nov. 19 at the Wayne A. Reaud Building from 6-8 p.m., with a fireworks show at 6:30 p.m.

LU’s Joanne Gay Dishman School of Nursing held an open house to celebrate its 50th anniversary, Nov. 8, in the McFaddin Ward Health Sciences Building.

Lamar University’s Robotic Cardinals student organization, along with the College of Engineering, held its second High Stakes Vex Robotic tournament for high schoolers, Oct. 31, in the Science and Technology Building.

The Lamar K-Pop Club will hold a Random Dance and Performance event, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Nov. 15, in the Quad.

The LGBTQ+ community has always existed, but only in recent years has it become accepted as an important part of society.

The Welcome Center will host Cardinal View, Nov. 16. The biannual recruitment event offers prospective students the opportunity to learn about Lamar University’s campus, organizations, and colleges.

Former president Donald Trump has won the 2024 presidential election with 277 Electoral College votes, as of 11 a.m., Nov. 6.

The University Press won six College Media Association Pinnacle awards presented at the National CMA convention in New Orleans.

From Nov. 4-9, Lamar University’s Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Initiatives will host a week of events in recognition and celebration of these students.

Veterans Day is Nov. 11, recognizing and honoring veterans who have served in the military. LU kicks off a series of events Nov. 7-14 to recognize the holiday.

Campus leaders gathered in front of Mary and John Gray library, Oct. 15, to break ground for the scheduled for $83.5 million renovation of the building.

Lamar University’s enrollment has set a new record with 17,850 students for the 2024 fall semester, a 2% increase in headcount and a 3% increase in student credit hours.

The Neches Credit Union will host its latest Financial Literacy seminar at 2:30 p.m., Oct. 24, in the Setzer Student Center

The Setzer Student Center hosted a world Mental Health Day event, Oct. 10. SETX Samaritan Counseling, Triangle Area Network Healthcare, the Spindletop Center and the Baptist Health Network were a few of the organizations represented.

91.3 KVLU, Lamar University’s public radio station, is hosting “Radio You Value,” its fall fundraising campaign through Oct. 23.

Homecoming 2024 offered an exciting array of activities that culminated Saturday with tailgating before the big game.

Lamar University is expanding its Cardinal Connect program which enables students to borrow laptops for free.

The 2024 Nobel Prizes were announced Oct. 7-14. The Nobel Prize is an international award administered by the Nobel Foundation in Stockholm, Sweden, and based on the fortune of Alfred Nobel.

To commemorate the month, Lamar University’s Hispanic Society is teaming with the Latino Medical Student Association to host Loteria Night at 6 p.m., Oct. 8, on the Dining Hall lawn.

Lamar University’s Gray Library is undergoing an $83.5 million renovation which means services will be limited.

Lamar University hosts annual flu clinic

Gray Library overhaul will provide LU campus state-of-the-art facility

After more than 20 years of a long-standing partnership, Neches Federal Credit Union is now the official credit union of Lamar University.

Jefferson County is currently hiring people to work the polls for the upcoming election as a part-time employment.

A new Wi-Fi system was installed in all dormitories in Cardinal Village over the summer. 

LU Hub is the online community and engagements app for Lamar University students and faculty.

Lamar University’s Cardinal Activities Board hosted a magic show on Sept. 20.

More than 80 companies provide students with opportunity to network with professionals.

Lamar University launches new "See For Yourself" campaign.

The election season is approaching, and with that come preparations for voting.

Lamar Dining hosted the grand opening of the newly renovated Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall, Sept. 4. The event brought students, faculty and staff together for a day of food and activities.

The Lamar University Student Health Center has moved to the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center.

The New Student Leadership Programs held the annual Casino Night, Aug. 26, in the Student Setzer Center, as part of the campus’ Week of Welcome events.

Lamar Dining will host a grand opening of the newly renovated Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall, Sept. 4.

The Spindletop Gladys-City Boomtown Museum held a First Day of School welcoming event, Aug. 22.

President's annual address highlights collectivity and collaboration.

Lamar University President Dr. Jaime Taylor has been selected to the National Collegiate Athletics Association Division I Board of Directors.

The University Press earned six first-place awards for work published in 2023 and LUTV earned another first-place award.

Lamar University’s department of communication and media hosted a senior reception for graduating spring and summer students, May 9, in 127 Communication Building.

First Assembly of God Church in Kirbyville responds to needs of displaced.

Lamar University’s Public Radio station, 91.3 KVLU, celebrated its 50th anniversary, April 30, in the Live Oak Ballroom at the Setzer Student Center.

Lamar University’s public radio station 91.3 KVLU will celebrate its 50th anniversary, April 30.

Lamar University’s department of communication and media will host the annual Student Film Showcase, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, at the Dishman Art Museum.

LU’s Student Government Association held their officer elections for the 2024-25 academic year, April 8-9.

Lamar University’s health education department held the Walk a Cardinal Mile event, April 11, at the Setzer Student Center.

Severe storms in Kirbyville led to flooding near the east side of the city, April 10.

Lamar University’s student media picked up 33 awards at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association convention in San Marcos, April 11-13.

Elections for Lamar University’s Student Government Association will open online April 8, at 8 a.m. and close April 9 at 4 p.m.

Jeanna Summy became the new Spindletop Gladys-City Boomtown Museum director, Jan. 3.

The Lamar University Police Department has recruited its first Victim’s Assistance K9 unit, “Officer Derrick Boomer Lamar.”

Lamar University held The Big Event, March 23, where volunteers were divided into different groups and assigned to a non-profit organization.

The Friends of the Beaumont Public Library is hosting a “Sack of Books” sale, April 5-6, at the downtown library.

State senator Carl Allen Parker died March 20, leaving behind a stellar legacy in the community, especially at Lamar University. He was 89 and died following a long illness.

The one-day event sees students, faculty and alumni volunteer to work for local nonprofit organizations.

The College of Fine Arts and Communication at Lamar University will host Le Grand Bal, March 23 at 6 p.m. in the Dishman Art Museum and the Setzer Student Center.

Monroe and Campbell dorms have updated their laundry facilities. As well as new washers and dryers, the rooms have new walls and floors.

Emily Ardolino, Associate General Counsel of the Texas State University System, spoke to students about how Senate Bill 17 will change certain aspects of campus and its effect on diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

The City of Beaumont is set to host the third annual Mural Festival, Feb. 29.-March 3.

Jeanna Summy, the new director of Spindletop Gladys City Boomtown Museum, wants students and the community to use the museum as a resource for events.

Lamar Dining will host its annual “Delightful” week, Feb. 12- 16, in Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall.

Lamar University’s Title IX department has expanded their operations to increase visibility on campus.

Lamar University’s LUTV will hold auditions for news anchors, Feb. 2, at the LUTV studio from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.