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Date: Tuesday, Nov. 5, Noon - 3 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center

The ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ Police Department and the Student Government Association are teaming up to help students vote. Catch an Election Day shuttle from the Setzer Center to the polls at the Montagne Center on Nov. 5 from noon until 3 p.m.

Date(s): Now through Sunday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m.
Location: LU University Theatre

Check out Peter Pan like you've never seen before. Join us for this J.M. Barrie classic, sure to wow audiences of young and old. Tickets can be purchased online or at the Box Office one hour before curtain.

Date(s): Now through Tuesday, Dec. 3
Location: LU Writing Center

The LU Writing Center is proud to host the second annual First-Year WAC Composition Awards, open to first-year student nominees who are writing across the curriculum. Cash prizes will be awarded to six winners in interdisciplinary categories. See web page for rules and faculty nomination form.

Date: Monday, Nov. 4, 12:45 - 2:30 p.m.
Location: CICE Building, Room 113

A panel discussion aimed at enhancing research skills for faculty and students. The panelists will explore advanced research methodologies across various fields and disciplines.

Date(s): Monday, Nov. 4 - Saturday, Nov. 9

Please join the Office of Strategic Initiatives and First Gen Connections for First Generation College Celebration week as we celebrate the success and presence of first-generation college students, faculty and staff at ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ. Everyone is invited to attend. More information can be found here, or on the attached flyer.

Date(s): Tuesday, Nov. 5 - Thursday, Nov. 7, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cypress Room 125 & 127

SHC Health Education will host a sponsored by LifeShare Blood Center, Nov. 5, 6, and 7, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Anyone in good health who is at least 16 years of age and weighing at least 110 pounds can donate blood. Call (409) 880-8466 for more info.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 3 - 5 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

The is open to all students and alumni of all majors seeking positions in the education field. Appropriate attire in business professional or casual attire is required to attend. Please have copies of your resume available.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 6, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

The Lupus Foundation is hosting its "Captain's Kickoff" event. There will be a ribbon cutting by the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce, followed by food, drinks, and music. It's a great time to come out and hear what the walk is about, join or create a team for the walk, or sign up to volunteer.

Date(s): Thursday, Nov. 7 - Thursday, Nov. 14

Please join the Office of Strategic and the Veterans Day Planning Committee as we host activities throughout the week of Nov. 7 through Nov. 14. More information can be found on the attached flyer.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 7, Noon - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center (atrium)

The purpose of this event is to provide students with information on how to prepare for finals, study tips, self-care awareness, campus resources, and more. Different departments from across the campus will be there. There will be lots of giveaways. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 7, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Dishman Art Museum

Cassandre Broussard will share the results of her research gathering interviews and documenting the history of the LGBTQ+ communities in Southeast Texas. She is a lecturer in history at ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ and 2022-2023 Research Fellow of the Center for History and Culture. More information can be found here.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 7, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: LU Speech & Hearing Sciences Building (Room 170), and via

If you stutter, you are not alone. It’s estimated that over 160 Lamar faculty, students and staff stutter. Come join us either in person or via Zoom as we talk about our shared common experience of stuttering.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 7, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Galloway Business Building, Landes Auditorium

Join the LU College of Business to hear from Samuel Whitmore, a Global Solutions Architect, as he discusses how ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ's M.I.S. program contributed to his career success.

Date: Friday, Nov. 8, 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: McFaddin Ward Health Sciences Building

Come celebrate ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing (JGDSON) 50th-year Open House. The JGDSON faculty and staff are offering an open house of the building with options to tour the updated skills labs and state-of-the-art High Fidelity Simulation Center. Cake and punch will be offered. No reservations required.

Date: Saturday, Nov. 9, 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Reaud Honors College

Dr. Mary Breaux from Sam Houston State University will visit ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ to discuss mental health and violence. She will be joined by campus police to discuss measures being taken to keep campus safe.

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

Race start: 9 a.m.
Fire Truck Pull: 10:30 a.m.

Free to Spectators. The event is MADD's signature fundraising event to help raise both awareness and funds to eliminate drunk and drugged driving. We hope that you will rally with us in Beaumont.

Date: Monday, Nov. 11, 2 - 5 p.m.
Location: Wayne A. Reaud Building, Reaud Event Center

The McNair Scholars Research Symposium is an event open to all academic disciplines and offers a platform for undergraduate students to share their research. Mark your calendar to join us as we celebrate the success of our Scholars.

Date: Monday, Nov. 11, 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

A Veterans Day Celebration, hosted by Spindletop Boomtown Museum, LU Operations and LUSVA. From 7 to 9 p.m., gather around at Boomtown for food, fun, and camaraderie as we celebrate those who have served our country. All are invited, and first 30 veterans will receive a free BBQ meal voucher!

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 12, 1 - 4 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cypress Room I & II (125/127)

Students are invited to take a free professional headshot for use on LinkedIn or other professional applications. Please remember to dress in business casual or business professional attire.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 14, 1 - 3 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cypress Room I & II (125/127)

allows students to develop and build their interviewing skills with professionals. Each student will have a short mock interview with professionals before rotating to the next table. Appropriate attire in business professional or casual attire is required. Bring copies of your resume.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 14, 1:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: CICE Building, Room 113

Teams must include at least one active LU student. must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25. Selected teams will be invited to pitch their idea for a new product or business to a panel of judges with experience in entrepreneurship.

Date: Friday, Nov. 15, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Join us on Nov. 15 for our fall Boomtown Jazz & Wine night featuring Grammy-nominated artist Julian Primeaux at Spindletop Boomtown Museum. Enjoy jazz in the Log Cabin Saloon and outdoor lounging in Hamill Square. General entry fee of $8 and free entry for LU Students with a valid ID.

Date: Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center & Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center

Join us for Cardinal View, ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ's biggest open house event. You and your family are invited to campus to learn about academic majors, financial aid, scholarship opportunities, student organizations, campus resources, and what life looks like at LU.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Galloway Business Building, Room 101 (Landes Auditorium)

Student-athletes will share their perspectives on balancing sport and study. A workshop for faculty, staff, and students.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 21, 12:30 - 5:00 p.m.

We'll show you how to use AI tools to seek useful writing feedback on your end-of-term writing, and our humans will also work with you in virtual breakout sessions. Faculty are welcome. Two sessions offered; you'll choose one. Visit our web page to register for the Teams invite. For more information, reach out to casey.ford@lamar.edu.

Come join us this week for . Don't forget that you can also watch the LU Cardinals on the road on ESPN+. Go Big Red!

Date: Friday, Nov. 15, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Reaud Building, Executive Event Space

You are invited to attend the 2024 David J. Beck Fellowship Ceremony. Beck Fellows Ryan Shugart, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, and Mahima Verma, Computer Science major, will present their summer research projects.

Starting Monday, Nov. 11, Turner Construction will begin installation of the fence that will enclose the job site for the library renovation. Pedestrian circulation immediately around the library will be impacted accordingly, but access to all adjacent buildings will remain. A covered pedestrian walkway will be installed at the main entrance to the library to provide continued access into the building during Phase I. 

The fence for Phase I is expected to be in place through July 2025. At that time, a new south entrance to the building will be opened up and the fence location will shift to accommodate Phase II of construction. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we get this important project underway.

Please contact the office of Planning and Construction at (409) 880-7085 if you have any questions or comments.

Deadline to donate: Saturday, Nov. 23, 5 p.m.

to our Cardinals Pantry this holiday season. Bring non-perishable food items to Setzer Student Center Room 208, Wesley Center, Reaud Honors College or Residence Hall lobbies by 5 p.m. on Nov. 23. Make sure to tell us your organization or department name. The team with the most donated items will be recognized.

Delicious tacos are served at Spindletop Boomtown Museum Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by and enjoy great food.

No dinner plans? Boomtown Square has you covered. Swing by Tuesday through Friday for a delicious meal, conveniently located at ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ's Spindletop Boomtown Museum. We are also open Saturday for lunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cardinal Communities is on the lookout for energetic Student Success Mentors. Help guide first-year students as they make the transition from high school to ¿ìÉ«ÊÓƵ. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of this amazing journey, then we want you to today.

We're accepting shirts, shoes, pants, dresses, coats, ties, and more for the Cardinal Closet. Any donated undergarments (socks, bras, underwear) must be new and in packaging, or with tags. Donation drop-off times are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through Oct. 31, 2024. Drop-offs can be made at the Wesley Center, behind the Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall.

The 2025 David J. Beck Fellowship includes up to $10,000 in funding for a summer project (summer 2025).  These are full academic scholarships covering all tuition, books, fees and on-campus room and board. Fall 2025-Spring 2026 applications can be found in myScholarship.

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

Submissions open Oct. 15 - Dec. 15. Categories for submission: poetry, fiction, art, screenplays, scholarly essays, creative nonfiction, poetry translation. $100 prizes will be awarded for each category. For more information: LU Pulse web page, Facebook page @lamarpulse, or email pulse@lamar.edu.

Deadline: Wednesday, Dec. 18, 5 p.m.

Graduate Studies is accepting 300-word abstracts of papers and posters through Wednesday, Dec. 18. Send to rmlatimer@lamar.edu. The conference will be held Feb. 12, 2025. Questions? Call (409) 880-7041.

Deadline to apply: Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, 5 p.m.

Each year, the State of Texas seeks applicants for non-voting student representatives to the Texas State University System (TSUS) Board of Regents and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). Students selected for these positions play an important part in representing the students of each Texas public university.

Applicants must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA, be able to attend required TSUS or THECB meetings, and have a strong drive and self-motivation to contribute to the progress of higher education in Texas. Applications must be printed out and submitted no later than Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025 at 5 p.m. to the Office of the President, Reaud Building, Room 321.

To learn more, visit the links below:
Application for TSUS Student Regent
Application for THECB Student Representative
Application for Governor's Appointment (must be completed for either position)

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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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