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Go Green: Go paperless
Posted: January 19, 2021To start off the new year, the Office of Sustainability urges us the LU community to go paperless!
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LU Moment: Gaming for Fun and Jobs | S2 Ep. 45
Posted: November 22, 2020This week on the LU Moment gamers take over. Dr. Timothy Roden, an associate professor of computer science, talks about LU’s new unique degree that teaches students how to program videos games, and Jason Chambliss, LU’s Esports president, shares details about gaming for sport and for dollars.
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LU Moment: Hannah Rumsey: A Reflection | S2 Ep. 47
Posted: December 13, 2020One of the LU Moment’s first guest, two years ago, Hannah Rumsey, a 2020 LU grad, kicks off a new LU Moment series, “What can your LU degree do for you?” Ramsey talks about her years at LU, her research in Spain and her new job at ExxonMobil. She also passes on some wise words for current students.
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LU Moment: Virtual Recruitment Here to Stay | S2. Ep. 42
Posted: November 01, 2020Welcome Center Director Tracie Craig explains how virtual recruitment, required due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is now an exciting new tool helping LU reach more students. Craig also explains changes in admissions, such as the normalization of GPAs and no-test requirements.
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LU Moment: Nursing: Teaching, Succeeding 2020 | S2 Ep. 44
Posted: November 15, 2020LU’s nurses beat the national average on the nursing exam. Find out how the JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing has continued to excel during the days of COVID-19 when Shelly Vitanza visits with Chair of the Department of Nursing Dr. Cynthia Stinson on this week’s LU Moment.
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LU Moment: A Card and a Beaumontian | S2 Ep. 48
Posted: December 20, 2020When Sharita Gardner graduated from LU in 2012, she decided to make Beaumont home. She talks about the challenges getting connected in a small, tight-knit town and how she overcame to be one of Beaumont’s biggest advocates, well-known social citizens, not to mention using her LU degree to be gainfully employed doing something she loves.
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LU student, owner of local bookstore hosts book sale for community
Posted: December 18, 2020Sierra Kondos, LU history major and owner of Book Heaven located in Lumberton, is hosting a booksale
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How to be a supportive LGBTQ+ ally
Posted: October 09, 2020As part of the Solidarity Week 2020 last October, the 91̳ Office of Global Diversity hosted "Ally 101," a virtual presentation with Lauren S. Wilson on how to be a better ally/accomplice to the LGBTQ+ community.
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Top 5 most inspirational TEDtalks for college students
Posted: December 17, 2020The year 2020 is officially coming to a close and that means setting new goals for the new year. If you're looking for a little motivation, check out our list for the top 5 most inspirational TEDtalks for college students!
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What your favorite holiday dessert says about you
Posted: December 16, 2020The holidays are full of so many great desserts. Whether you prefer peppermint, are fond of fudge or choose cake, there is a holiday dessert that can satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Here is what some of your favorite holiday desserts say about you!
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LU Weekend: Dec 11-13
Posted: December 11, 2020It's a weekend of celebration here in Cardinal Nation! Join us virtually as we celebrate our class of 2020 graduates at our December Commencement Ceremony.
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LU Moment: Big Red Gratitude | S2 Ep. 46
Posted: December 10, 2020LU has much to be thankful for this holiday season. Juan Zabala, vice president for University Advancement and CEO of the 91̳ Foundation, shares what’s tops on the Big Red gratitude list.
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Go Green Challenge: Wrap up your holiday the eco-friendly way
Posted: December 09, 2020This year, the 91̳ Office of Sustainability challenges you to wrap up your holiday the eco-friendly way!
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LU Weekender: Dec 4-6
Posted: December 04, 2020Check out all of the fun happenings this weekend in Beaumont!
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Graduation 101: Grad photo hacks
Posted: December 01, 2020Commencement is just around the corner and it's the perfect time to break out your camera and capture the moment. Check out these quick photo hacks that are sure to make your grad photos stand out.
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LU Weekender: Nov. 27-29
Posted: November 25, 2020If you are looking for something fun to do, make the most of your extended weekend and consider these free events located around Beaumont!
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The LU Weekender: Nov. 13-15
Posted: November 13, 2020If you are looking for fun and affordable ways to fill your Saturday, join in on some of the events being hosted around Beaumont this weekend!
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Tis' the season for (more) healthy holiday eating
Posted: December 14, 2020Don’t let the fear of holiday weight gain, stress you out! Use these healthy holiday eating tips to avoid the weight gain and eat, drink and be merry without overindulging.
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Tis' the season for healthy holiday eating
Posted: November 16, 2020Whether it is the cooking or the eating, food is a huge part of every holiday. Gaining that “winter weight”, especially during the holidays, can be discouraging and make it difficult to enjoy time with family and friends. The good news is, making healthy changes and losing weight doesn't have to start after the New Year! Avoid that dreaded holiday weight gain by following these tips!
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Graduating during a pandemic: Advice on job hunting post-college
Posted: November 11, 2020Going on the prowl for the job that could kickstart your career is a historically stressful situation for many graduating students, but you can and will eventually find success with the right mindset and the right tools at your disposal.
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McFaddin-Ward House to host scavenger hunt
Posted: November 09, 2020If you're looking for an exciting way to explore the city of Beaumont, join in on the McFaddin-Ward House (MWH) community-wide scavenger hunt, Our House is Your House: Key Hunt, November 9-13!
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Starting an organization: LGBTQ+ Students of Lamar
Posted: November 05, 2020Interested in starting a student organization? Here's a look back at how Alex Whitney, senior ASL major, started on-campus student organization, LGBTQ+ Students of Lamar in spring of 2019.
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LU Moment: LU Makes History | S2 Ep. 41
Posted: October 30, 2020For the first time ever, one of LU’s Moot Court Team advanced to the championship round in a Moot Court tournament against 40 other collegiate teams. Shelly Vitanza visits with these history makers – Katey McCall and Ali Hamza - who were also ranked top advocates at the tournament.
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Staying alert: Improving your energy level with healthier habits
Posted: October 23, 2020We have all experienced physical and mental exhaustion due to the high demands of being a college student and all the extra responsibilities that come with being adults. One way to improve your energy level is by eating better!
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LU Moment: LU's Covid-19 Work in the Community | S2 Ep. 40
Posted: October 23, 2020Shelly Vitanza interviews Dr. Praphul Joshi, a public health expert and associate professor who teaches current health issues and social epidemiology. Joshi gives his analysis of the pandemic based on numbers and how he and students are working to create greater prevention awareness and help provide contact tracing.
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Top 10 essential apps for college student survival
Posted: October 13, 2020We all use technology and smartphones all the time, so college students, we may as well use them to our educational advantage. Here are ten apps to help you stay organized, Looking for the best apps for college students to boost productivity, organize busy schedules, practice mindfulness, learn new topics, or anything else? We’ve got just the mobile app you're looking for!
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Connecting with Cardinals: Luis Arevalo
Posted: October 07, 2020This week on Connecting with Cardinals, we sat down with Luis Arevalo, chemical engineering major, to chat about his favorite LU moments, the importance of Latinx/Hispanic heritage month and how he became a cofounder of the LU Hispanic Society.
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It's all about the pumpkin
Posted: October 06, 2020Fall is upon us! The weather is starting to cool down, people are decorating for the fall season, grocery stores and even coffee shops are now selling fall treats. What does this mean? And what kinds of treats are these? That’s right, it’s pumpkin time!
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Top 6 study tips to help you succeed at LU
Posted: September 25, 2020We are all striving for academic excellence, but sometimes, it is easier said than done. Luckily, there are many ways to study to prepare for exams, finish assignments, and understand important material that you will use in your career!
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The College of Education and Human Development hosts voter registration drive
Posted: September 22, 2020Make your voice heard this election! The College of Education and Human Development hosted an on-campus voter registration drive to assist students, faculty and staff in getting registered on-site or completing their registration application to mail in.
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Time to Boost Your Immune System!
Posted: September 23, 2020Boost your immune system just in time for flu season by making these small changes to your daily lifestyle and diet.
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Bridge Builder: Thomas Kalb
Posted: August 04, 2020As the first director of 91̳'s Center for Midstream Management & Science, Thomas Kalb shares his knowledge and experience in the energy industry with LU students.
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Kaye Shelton, higher education’s score keeper
Posted: July 21, 2020In 2001, Kaye Shelton was one of 33 people in the United States to get her master’s degree in online learning, completely online. The accomplishment, achieved on a laptop from the bleachers of her three sons’ baseball games and between loads of laundry, making dinner for her family and consulting in the technology industry, ignited Kaye’s passion for online learning and teaching and positioned her to be a pioneer in the online educational space. Kaye then went on to pursue her Ph.D. From the comfort of her home, and as her husband drove her to see her sons play baseball all over the country (One son played for the Los Angeles Dodgers.)
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Melissa Baldo: A Positive Influence in the College of Business
Posted: July 14, 2020For Melissa Baldo, the greatest challenge of teaching online during the pandemic has been missing face-to-face interactions with her students.
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A million-dollar man: Ryan Lee
Posted: June 23, 2020Each year Ryan Lee awards millions of dollars to 91̳ students. Well, not personally and not without help from his colleagues, but as LU’s assistant director of operations in LU’s Financial Aid Department, Ryan certainly plays a critical role ensuring students get the funding they need for their educational pursuits. A native of Illinois, Lee finished his bachelor’s degree in economics eight years ago and entered the career field of financial aid where he enjoys the technical side of job.
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Tara Austin
Posted: May 27, 2020One of LU’s newer hires is a super soccer sensation home after a stint in Sweden, but she’ll never tell you that. Neither will Tara Austin share that she recently qualified for the Boston Marathon or that she raised $5,000 for local organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the accomplished athlete does get animated when talking about LU athletics, her role as an academic specialist for the Lamar Cardinals and what she looks forward to when the pandemic is over. Tara, a Beaumont native, graduated from Kelly Catholic High School where she was an award-winning soccer player. She attended Belmont University in Nashville, playing soccer for the Bruins.
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Cardinal Coloring Pages
Posted: April 27, 2020Relieve some stress with these fun coloring pages of our favorite cardinals, Big Red and Lu!
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The Coolest Cardinal: Troy Parker
Posted: April 28, 2020As the HVAC Supervisor, Troy Parker has been keeping Cardinals cool for nearly 14 years. He and his team have been working to complete maintenance work on campus during the pandemic as essential employees.
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Yinka Jenmy: Banding Together, Making it Happen
Posted: April 21, 2020Yinka Jenmy brings students together in and out of the 91̳ residence halls, leading student disaster response teams in hurricanes and in the coronavirus pandemic.
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Marc Paine: Purchasing and Protecting
Posted: April 01, 202091̳ Associate Buyer Marc Paine shares his experience with maintaining essential orders during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Big Red Coloring Pages
Posted: March 25, 2020A few coloring pages of our favorite birds Big Red and Lu for your kids or even yourself!
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Finding Purpose in Mentorship
Posted: March 13, 2020After a successful career in law and teaching at 91̳ for more than 35 years, College of Business professor Marleen Swerdlow found fulfillment in supporting her students through scholarship funds and mentorship.
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Students and professionals connect at the Computer Science Career Forum
Posted: February 28, 2020LU's Computer Science Career Forum gave students the chance to learn about future career options and company representatives the opportunity to identify talented, motivated and skilled potential employees from 91̳.
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LU Student Health Center celebrates distinctive accreditation
Posted: February 25, 202091̳’s Student Health Center celebrated receiving a state accreditation.
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ExxonMobil partners with LU to bring the next N.E.S.T. to BISD
Posted: February 21, 2019ExxonMobil presented 91̳’s Community Relations Program with a check for $25,000 for the establishment of a Navigating Excellence Success Triumph (N.E.S.T.) at Amelia Elementary School.
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Coffee and Chat with ExxonMobil
Posted: February 24, 2020A group of students gathered for an open discussion with ExxonMobil on Feb. 13 in the Science and Technology Building.
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LU students advance in Moot Court competition
Posted: February 20, 2020Two 91̳ Moot Court teams participated in the University of Louisiana-Lafayette Invitational Moot Court Tournament.
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Honors Students Spend the Weekend at the SETX Food Bank
Posted: February 19, 2020Reaud Honors College Students continue the legacy of volunteering by spending the weekend at the Southeast Texas Food Bank.
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91̳ and Pietzch MacArthur Elementary celebrate Martin Luther King Day
Posted: February 04, 2020The office of Global Diversity and Inclusive Excellence hosted an event to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Honors students return early to help middle schoolers with STEM
Posted: January 27, 2020LU Reaud Honors College students volunteered for the Jason Project before the spring semester started.
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Meet the Greeks met expectations
Posted: January 27, 2020The New Student and Leadership Programs at 91̳ hosted, “Meet the Greeks: Game Night Style.”
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Swag Swap: Welcoming and Charitable
Posted: January 23, 2020Students transferring to LU traded swag and benefited dogs.
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91̳ Alum donates oil maps to Special Collections
Posted: January 23, 202091̳ Alum donates 96 oil maps to Special Collections.
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Baby video lands LU grad TyRe Alexander on the Today Show
Posted: January 17, 2020A family video made more than 25 years ago landed 91̳ alumni TyRe Alexander a spot on the Today Show.
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LU’s Forret makes headlines about history
Posted: January 16, 2020Jeff Forret, 91̳ history professor and Distinguished Faculty Research Fellow, is making headlines regarding his new book, “Williams’ Gang: A Notorious Slave Trader and His Cargo of Black Convicts.”
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Professional social media certificate earned with online course work
Posted: January 13, 2020Sixty-three 91̳ students have earned the HubSpot Social Media Certificate.
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LU senior presents at prestigious Rice University symposium
Posted: January 08, 2020Congratulations to Tyler Nelson, a biology student, who was selected to present at Gulf Coast Undergraduate Tyler Nelson Research Symposium at Rice University.
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2019 Texas Stem Conference Award Winners
Posted: January 07, 2020Twelve awards were distributed at 91̳’s Seventh Annual Texas STEM conference, held on Nov. 2, 2019.
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Books on peaceful speaking donated NESTs
Posted: January 06, 2020Students at some Beaumont ISD elementary schools are learning to speak in green.
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Nicole Kyles-Burton skips graduation for camel ride
Posted: January 02, 2020Nicole Kyles-Burton missed LU graduation for her M.B.A. degree choosing to ride a camel in Doha, Qatar instead.
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NYE Mocktails
Posted: December 21, 2019Stay safe and have fun with these booze-free refreshers.
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Three Easy Holiday Bark Recipes
Posted: December 21, 2019Try these dorm-friendly holiday treats.
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LU continues to feather its N.E.S.Ts
Posted: December 18, 201991̳ donated 165 books to its three N.E.S.Ts.
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LU Esports Competes for the Win
Posted: December 13, 2019Lamar Cardinal Esports League of Legends team beat Baylor University in a 5v5 tournament.
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Largest LU O.U.R. Conference announces winners
Posted: December 13, 2019The Office of Undergraduate Research is proud to announce the winners of the Sixth Annual Humanities, Arts, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Education & Business Conference.
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Kerr, the real deal teaching broadcasting at LU
Posted: December 11, 2019KFDM Anchor Greg Kerr hopes that by imparting real-world broadcasting knowledge with 91̳ students, some of them will do what he’s done - take some risks and build a career they love.
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Bahrim Nominated for Advisor Award
Posted: December 11, 2019Dr. Cristian Bahrim, professor of physics and interim director of the Office of Undergraduate Research, was nominated for the 2019 American Institute of Physics’ Society of Physics Students & Sigma Pi Sigma Outstanding Chapter Advisor award.
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91̳ students, medical cannabis scientists
Posted: December 05, 201991̳ students were medical cannabis scientists for a day at Compassionate Cultivation, one of the three cannabis dispensaries in Texas.
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President's Holiday Party
Posted: December 05, 2019President Ken Evans hosted the annual faculty and staff Holiday Party Dec. 5.
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Library staff hosted the annual wassail party.
Posted: December 04, 2019Library staff hosted the annual wassail party.
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Dorm-Friendly Recipes to Bring Home on Thanksgiving
Posted: November 26, 2019Don't show up to Thanksgiving empty-handed. These three recipes can be made right in your dorm!
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Reaud Honors College attended the 2019 Annual Conference of the National Collegiate Honors Council in New Orleans, LA
Posted: November 25, 2019LU students from the Reaud Honors College attended the 2019 Annual Conference of the National Collegiate Honors Council in New Orleans, LA.
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91̳ B.S.N. Students Showcase JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing Experience at Learning Outcomes Conference
Posted: November 21, 2019Students of the JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing showcased their nursing school experiences at the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Student Learning Outcomes Conference at the Mary and John Gray Library on the 8th floor.
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Connecting with Cardinals: Rida Ashrafi
Posted: January 16, 2020Welcome to the "Connecting with Cardinals" series where we highlight LU students to help you get to know fellow Cardinals.
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Connect with Cardinals: Aziz Shaaban
Posted: January 02, 2020Welcome to the "Connecting with Cardinals" series where we highlight LU students to help you get to know fellow Cardinals.
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Connecting with Cardinals: Madison Hamby
Posted: December 01, 2019Welcome to the "Connecting with Cardinals" series where we highlight LU students to help you get to know fellow Cardinals.
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Connecting with Cardinals: Elohor Okene
Posted: November 19, 2019Welcome to the "Connecting with Cardinals" series where we highlight LU students to help you get to know fellow Cardinals.
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OISPS Thanksgiving Feast
Posted: November 19, 2019The Office of International Student Programs and Students hosted its Second Annual Thanksgiving Feast.
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LU Offers Petting Zoo with a Tune
Posted: November 18, 2019Musical petting zoo hits a high note with Blanchette Elementary School students.
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BISD Campus Scholars Help Tip Off Basketball Season
Posted: November 18, 2019N.E.S.T. Scholars got into the Cardinal spirit helping tip off basketball season.
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High School Students Practice Engineering in Maker Space
Posted: November 18, 2019Bridge City High School students were given a chance to be engineers at 91̳.
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Ninth Annual Research Poster Competition
Posted: November 14, 2019The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry and the American Chemical Society hosted the Ninth Annual Research Poster Competition celebrating Chemistry Day.
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DRC Opens Assistive Technology Lab
Posted: November 12, 2019The Disability Resource Center opened the Assistive Technology Lab to provide student-centered opportunities for individuals with disabilities at 91̳.
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History Enriched
Posted: November 12, 2019Special Collections and 91̳'s Archives expands its collection and makes more available online.
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Student Picks: Halloween Movies
Posted: October 30, 2019Why didn’t the skeleton go see the scary movie? Because he didn’t have the guts. With Halloween right around the corner, we took to the streets to gather a list of Lamar student’s favorite Halloween movies.
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5 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes
Posted: October 29, 2019Creep it real with these student-approved costume ideas.
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Top 5 Grad Photo Locations
Posted: April 26, 2019Which parts of campus make the best photo backdrops? We've listed the top five.
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LU Moment Podcast #10: Campus Expansion, Nursing Student Proposes House Bill, and LU Strong
Posted: March 31, 2019Shelly Vitanza and guests highlight the events, activities, programs, projects and people at Lamar University.
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LU Moment Podcast #08: Study Abroad, Young Engineer of the Year, and Other Awards
Posted: March 17, 2019Each week Shelly Vitanza, Director of Public Affair at LU, highlights the great events, activities, programs, projects, and people at 91̳.
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Road Trip Snack Hacks
Posted: March 05, 2019Don't let spring break wreck your good habits. LU dietetic intern, Meagan Murray, talks about a few simple ways to keep your road trip on the right track.
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After Homelessness | Hope and Place
Posted: March 05, 2019Freshman students Quinton Haynes and Elie Germain never saw themselves attending a university. Now, having overcome homelessness and poverty, their determination and work ethic remind us what it is to be a Cardinal, and why We Are LU.
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College of Education and Human Development Honors Past While Looking to the Future
Posted: February 11, 2019On Friday, Feb 1, the College of Education and Human Development held a 60/30 anniversary party. The celebration was a way of memorializing the college’s 60th year in existence and it’s 30th year since integrating ‘Human Development’ into its title.
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Dean Spotlight: Lynn Maurer
Posted: January 11, 2019With a background in political science, Lynn Maurer, new dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, is focused on working to empower LU's underserved populations. “I’m dedicated to the idea of inclusive excellence in the diversity of education, by recognizing varying financial needs and helping students at-risk academically,” Maurer says.
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Making the Possible Achievable
Posted: January 11, 2019As a faculty member of Washington State University, Associate Professor Ashwini Kucknoor had a desire to mentor students far more than possible at such a large institution. The search for greater student interaction led to her coming to 91̳. “At LU, we professors get to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels,” she says. “This allows me to develop relationships with my students that last for years."
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We Are LU | A Catalyst for Change
Posted: January 09, 2019In 2017, Hyattye Simmons received one of three LU Distinguished Alumni Awards for mentorship of at-risk students and his work towards keeping them on the path to graduation. He enrolled at 91̳ in 1977, just two weeks after making history as the first African-American male valedictorian to graduate Burkeville High School. He credits LU as “the bridge that helped him prepare for the outside world.”
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Brice Puts Students First in Math Courses
Posted: December 06, 2018Gary Brice, instructor in the Department of Mathematics, is often referred to as "Lamar's favorite professor." Our student writer set out to find what drives Mr. Brice to be one of LU's most beloved, and successful, faculty members.
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Parking Citation Forgiveness Program
Posted: December 10, 2018Donate to the Cardinal Food Pantry by December 13 to dismiss outstanding parking tickets.
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Health and Experience Gained with Nutrition-Athletics Partnership
Posted: November 21, 2018Nutrition students are learning what it really takes to fuel an athlete, thanks to a recent partnership between the LU nutrition and dietetics program and LU Athletics. Athletes say the partnership and nutritional improvements have boosted their performance, both on and off the field.
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Lamar Opera Theater Modernize an Overlooked Classic
Posted: November 18, 2018LU associate professor Dr. Serdar Ilban lead Lamar Opera Theatre through a successful performance of La Canterina, a rarely performed opera adapted and translated by Dr. Ilban.
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The Skinny on Game Day Goodies
Posted: October 30, 2018Keep your Sunday snacks balanced and yummy with this dietetic intern's list of favorites.
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LU Undergrad Receives Grant for Cancer Research
Posted: October 04, 2018Jordan Curl's plans changed after his mother's diagnosis. Now, as a junior, he's doing graduate-level research.
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Ringing in Old Traditions
Posted: September 06, 2018At the first home game of the 2018 season, Lamar Univerisity rang the LU game bell for the first time in over 30 years.
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LU Student Gives 21 Acts of Kindness on 21st Birthday
Posted: August 22, 2018Instead of receiving, Keeley Coombs, Class of 2019, focused on giving to other on her special day.
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LU Class Ring Returned 20 Years Later
Posted: July 24, 2018This 91̳ ring has been missing since 1998. You won't believe where it was found.
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Is the 'Authentic' Movement Threatening Traditional Professionalism?
Posted: July 25, 2018We asked this company president if it's possible to stay both authentic and professional. His answer? Absolutely.
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Rethinking Stress
Posted: July 18, 2018Can stress be positive? 91̳ alum, Dr. Bethany Aiena says yes. Find out what exactly happens to a body under stress and how to thrive when it can't be avoided.
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LU Seniors Build Underwater Robot
Posted: July 05, 201891̳ engineering students built and programmed an underwater robot for a senior capstone project.
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Memories and Coffee
Posted: June 13, 2018Natalie Sfeir, 2016 Beck Fellowship recipient, has researched an innovative solution to the difficult outings for those with dementia and their family. It’s called a Memory Café.
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From Potato Chips to Pipelines
Posted: June 01, 2018Inspired by an LU physics class, FuelTrax is the #1 marine fuel management product in the world.
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7 Fun Classes to Meet Your Electives
Posted: May 25, 2018Make your next LU semester a little more fun with these unusual electives.
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Learning from France
Posted: May 20, 201891̳ student, Madison Clark, spent the spring of 2018 studying in France. The study abroad veteran shares her advice on foreign travel for future globe-trotting students.
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Download These 10 Productivity Apps Now
Posted: March 25, 2018Students chime in on the best productivity apps for college.
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8 Unlikely Book Characters That Every Student Relates To
Posted: March 23, 2018College can be unpredictable though, no matter how unique your situation is, there’s likely a book character that’s been through it. While none of these eight characters go through college, most of us can relate to them.
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Are One of These Student Organizations Your Perfect Match?
Posted: February 18, 2018Whether you’re a seasoned Cardinal or brand new at 91̳, there's a student organization for you.
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LU Student Travels to Nashville After Viral Video
Posted: February 08, 2018Carlos Caballero, a senior mechanical engineering and physics major, traveled to Nashville in January for a guest appearance on the lifestyle and entertainment show Pickler & Ben.
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3 Ways to Keep Your 2018 Resolutions
Posted: December 27, 2017What's the secret to sticking to a resolution? We set out as flies on the proverbial wall to learn what some successful people do to set goals and stick to them.
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Organize Your Life With LU Swag
Posted: January 11, 2018New year, new gear.
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4 New Dining Options Arriving in 2018
Posted: December 26, 2017The wait is almost over.
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5 Easy New Year's Eve Recipes
Posted: December 25, 2017Being a college student shouldn't mean having to celebrate with chips and dip. Our hospitality and culinary arts faculty think so too, which is why they've hand-picked five alternatives for your New Year's potluck.
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6 Holiday Playlists from Our Music Experts
Posted: December 24, 2017We've teamed up with the experts from the Department of Music and KVLU staff to build six holly and jolly (rocking and moving) holiday playlists.
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9 Kitchen Gifts Every LU Student Needs
Posted: December 21, 2017Because the best food for thought is, well, food.
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10 Holiday Movies to Make You Laugh and Cry
Posted: December 15, 2017With a mix of traditional films, cult classics, and international treasures, our holiday movie list will keep you busy this break.
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Understanding Self-Care and Wellness
Posted: October 05, 2017What's the connection between self-care and wellness? LU Clinical Professor, Robika Mylroie, explains how one effects the other and why it's okay to be "selfish."
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91̳ Alumni Open Local Brewery
Posted: September 18, 2017What started as a love for brewing beer became a business for Class of '07 students Tyler Blount and David Pool.
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Surviving Harvey: Faculty/Staff Support and Stress Strategies
Posted: September 14, 201791̳'s Department of Counseling and Special Populations is working to provide students, faculty, and staff helpful strategies and resources for the proactive management of stress and transitioning into the semester.
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Download 91̳'s Fall 2017 Quad Map
Posted: September 12, 2017Improvements at 91̳ are exciting, but they can also be challenging. Navigate campus like a pro with our Fall 2017 construction map.
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Surviving Harvey: Student Stress Strategies
Posted: September 11, 2017As 91̳ students, you are facing unprecedented obstacles as you begin your Fall 2017 semester. Below are just some of the stressful thoughts students may experience, during this post-Harvey semester, as well as insights on proactively managing stress and your transition back into student life.
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5 Places to Study at LU You Haven't Considered
Posted: April 17, 2017Hard time concentrating? Change things up by taking a trip to one of these less conventional study spots.
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