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Week of February 26, 2024
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TimelyCare
Student Health Center Now Offering TimelyCare Mental Health Services

Location: Virtual

LU's Student Health Center has partnered with TimelyCare to provide students with 24/7 access to virtual mental health services for free. Students do not need insurance to participate. By signing up , you can access 24/7 on-demand emotional support and scheduled counseling sessions!

Legacy - Dishman
Headline "Legacy: The Art of Lowell Daunt Collins and Michael Roqué Collins" On Display at Dishman Art Museum

Date: Now through Saturday, March 2
Location: Dishman Art Museum

This exhibition explores and contrasts the work of renowned Texas based artists, father and son, Lowell Daunt Collins and Michael Roqué Collins, and their legacy in the art of the southwest. The Dishman Art Museum is located at 1030 East Lavaca Street, Beaumont 77705, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Saturday, noon - 4 p.m.

Center for Resiliency SmartStorm Training Backpack Distributions

Date: Every Wednesday now through Wednesday, Oct. 16, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Cherry Engineering Building, Singature Center Suites (front lobby)

The LU Center for Resiliency distributes disaster backpacks for participants who have completed the SmartStorm disaster training modules, while supplies last. Participants must verify completion of the training models to receive a backpack. For more information, contact Teressa Robertson at teressa.robertson@lamar.edu or (409) 880-7236.

Food Trucks at Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Date: Monday, Feb. 12 through Wednesday, Feb. 28, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Enjoy food trucks at Spindletop Boomtown Museum from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday through Friday.

STI Testing
Free STI Testing This Semester

Start Date: Thursday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center

Stop by the Setzer Student Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the following dates for free STI testing, sponsored by Legacy Community Health and the Student Health Center:
• Thursday, Jan. 25
• Thursday, Feb. 22
• Thursday, March 28
• Thursday, April 25

Taylored Tuesday
Taylor-ed Tuesday

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 27, noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cypress I & II (Rooms 125 & 127)

Join Dr. Taylor, Mrs. Taylor, and LU faculty and staff representatives for "Taylor-ed Tuesday" to receive a red LU tie or scarf for the first 200 students who attend. Individual instructions on how to tie the tie or scarf will also be provided.

LU Center for Resiliency to Host Another Brown Bag Special

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 12:40 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Cherry Engineering Building, Signature Center Suite (Room 105) or via

Join us for a February Brown Bag Lecture featuring Dr. Christina Gregory on the topic of "Legal Challenges to Community Resilience" and Dr. Shannon Jordan on her research with the "Summer Camp for Basketball and STEM Learning in Beaumont." Grab your lunch, and join us in person or .

ExxonMobil Session
ExxonMobil Information Session

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 27, noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Neches Room 120

LU students majoring in biology, chemistr and environmental science have an opportunity to learn from ExxonMobil representatives before the Spring Career Expo on Tuesday, Mar. 5.

Women Day
Empowered Women Empowering Women: Celebrating the International Day of Women & Girls in Science

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Mary and John Gray Library, Plummer Room (8th floor)

Please join the Mary and John Gray Library and the College of Arts & Sciences in celebrating the International Day of Women & Girls in Science. There will be a guest speaker, a student research showcase, and light refreshments.

The Washington Center Information Session for Students

Date: Thursday, Feb. 29, 12:45 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: LU Social & Behavioral Science Building, Room 109

A representative from The Washington Center will be on campus to talk to students about an opportunity to earn ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University credits while studying away in Washington D.C.

Late Night Breakfast
Late Night Breakfast

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 9 - 11 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Ballroom

a pancake dinner and breakfast buffet in the Setzer Student Center Ballroom on Wednesday, Feb. 28. Please note that food is first come, first served, and will be in limited supply. Get there early.

Chem-Connect Colloquium in Southeast Texas

Date: Friday, Mar. 1, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Mary & John Gray Library, 8th floor

Guest speakers from industrial and academic sectors will be giving talks about their careers and research they have done. Students, faculty and guests are welcome to attend this event. Guest speakers are Dr. H. N. Cheng, Dr. Nicholas Kob, Dr. Loi Do, and Dr. P. Chandrasekaran.

Black Americans - Oil
Mary Barrett Presents on "Black Americans' Oil Industry Experiences"

Date: Thursday, Feb. 29, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Dishman Art Museum & Auditorium

Dr. Mary Barrett taught Geology at Centenary College of Louisiana, and she is the editor of Oil-Industry History. This event, hosted by the LU Center for History and Culture, is free and open to all. Refreshments and reception will be at 4:30 p.m., and presentation at 5 p.m. This event is co-sponsored by the LU Office of Strategic Initiatives.

Spindletop Salute
Spindletop Salute: Veterans Social

Date: Thursday, Feb. 29, 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Spindletop Boomtown Museum and ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University Student Veterans Association proudly present Spindletop Salute: Veterans Social. All veterans are welcome. Grab a chair, gather around the fire, and bond with new and old friends. Food and drinks will be sold on site.

Cardinal View Spring 2024 Registration Now Open

Date: Saturday, March 2, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center & Setzer Student Center

Join us for Cardinal View, ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University's largest 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. Register today.

Recycling Day
LU Green Squad Recycling Day

Date: Saturday, Mar. 2, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Montagne Center parking lot (4401 S MLK Parkway)

Please bring your recycling to the LU Green Squad’s Recycling Day on Saturday, March 2. Items put in the recycling bins on campus do not get recycled. For more information, visit the LU Green Squad on Facebook. Thank you for Making LU green.

Join the Spindletop Boomtown Museum After Cardinal View

Date: Saturday, March 2, noon - 5 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Join Spindletop Boomtown Museum on Saturday, March 2 following LU's Cardinal View event. From noon to 5 p.m., visitors can enjoy food, music and more. Guests who present their Spindletop flyer from Cardinal View are eligible for free entry into the museum.

Dining Hall Event
Cardinal Activities Board & ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Dining to Host Centennial Celebration

Date: Tuesday, Mar. 5, noon - 4 p.m.
Location: Brook-Shivers Dining Hall (front lawn)

Join ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Dining and the Cardinal Activities Board on the front lawn of the dining hall on Tuesday, Mar. 5 for a celebration. From noon until 4 p.m. there will be a wipeout inflatable, petting zoo, games, treats and more.

There will also be $5 entry into the Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch, featuring a seafood boil. for more information on this and all other dining events.

Alfonzo Alexander
Alfonzo Alexander, MBA, CPC: Becoming a Viable Leader

Date: Tuesday, Mar. 5, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Landes Auditorium in the Galloway Business Building

Location: Alfonzo Alexender, MBA, CPC, chief ethics and diversity officer of the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy, and president of NASBA Center for the Public Trust, will present "Becoming a Viable Leader" on Tuesday, Mar. 5 in Landes Auditorium at 12:45 p.m.

Spring Career Expo
Spring Career Expo

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

All ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University students and alumni are invited to attend the. Meet and network with employers and professionals from a variety of fields. Bring copies of your resume. Business casual or professional attire is required to attend the career fair.

NSA ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ
National Stuttering Association Beaumont/ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Chapter Meeting

Date: Thursday, Mar. 7, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Speech and Hearing Sciences Building, Room 170

If you stutter, you're not alone. It’s estimated that 1% of adults stutter, which equals 160 ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ faculty, students and staff sharing the common experience of stuttering. Come join us either in person or via .

Cognitive Spring Group
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for Individuals with Dementia

Date(s): Monday, March 18 through Wednesday, May 1, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: LU Speech and Hearing Sciences (Speech-Language Pathology Clinic)

Is someone you love living with a dementia diagnosis? The speech-language pathology clinic here at LU offers free cognitive stimulation therapy groups for individuals with dementia. Groups meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. from March 18 to May 1. Call (40)9 880-8171 for prescreening and more information.

LU Is Out There
LU is Out There: Celebrating International Scholarly and Creative Activity

Date: Thursday, Mar. 21, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom B

Join us for lunch and to hear about the exciting international work taking place among our LU community of scholars and researchers. Guests will also hear a keynote address from one of LU's own scholars: Dr. Tilisa Thibodeaux, dean of Reaud Honors College.

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LU Moment - Cardinal View
LU Moment: Get a bird's-eye view at Cardinal View | S7 Ep. 6

Listen in to this week's , as we sit down with LU Crew Specialists, Annette Castillo and Jordan Campbell, as they share with our listeners about LU's largest open house event, Cardinal View. 

Tune in to this week's episode or of the LU Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.



ANNOUNCEMENTS
Scholarship Applications
Complete Your Scholarship Applications

Scholarship applications for the 2024-2025 academic year are open. Remember to complete all applications on your dashboard. If you've been awarded, secure funding by accepting your scholarship in the Scholarship Portal. Visit lamar.edu/myscholarships to complete your applications and accept awards. For more information, contact Hailey Watts at hwatts@lamar.edu or call (409) 880-8998.

Teeth Cleaning
Teeth Cleaning Services Available to Students

Location: LIT Multi-Purpose Center

Need a dental cleaning? LU and LIT students can receive dental services for only $15. Make an appointment with the LIT Dental Hygiene clinic today by calling (409) 880-8020. Services include dental cleanings, oral cancer screenings, X-rays, fluoride treatments, and more.

Ann Shaw
Apply for the Ann Shaw Leadership Award

Deadline: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 5 p.m.

The Ann Shaw Award recognizes a junior or senior student who makes significant contributions to the LU community through teamwork, leadership, ethics and integrity. Students may apply or be nominated by a student, faculty or staff. The winner receives $1,000 and special LU recognition.

Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Deadlines Approaching

Deadline: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 11:59 p.m.

Conduct research and travel during the Summer of 2024. Contact the Office of Undergraduate Research for information on available Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) programs. This competitive program, funded by the National Science Foundation, welcomes undergraduates from all academic areas. Contact Jenna Erwin at jerwin6@lamar.edu for more information.

LU Ambassadors
LU Ambassadors Program Accepting Applications Through March 1

Deadline: Friday, March 1, 12 p.m.

Pick up applications for the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University Ambassadors program in the LU Office of Alumni Affairs, Room 102 of the Rudy C. Williams Building on campus.

2024 - 2025 FAFSA is Now Open

Deadline: Friday, March 1, 11:59 p.m.

The 2024-2025 FAFSA is now open. To maximize your financial aid opportunities, make sure to complete and submit your FAFSA by the priority deadline of March 1, 2024. Contact the Office of Student Aid at financialaid@lamar.edu or (409) 880-8450 if you have any questions.

SURF Stipend
Call for Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Proposals

Deadline: Friday, March 1, 11:59 p.m.

The Office of Undergraduate Research is seeking proposals from undergraduate students in all areas of discipline at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University. Recipients will receive a $2,000 stipend and research support. Winners may also present their research at EXPO 2025. Submissions will be accepted until March 1. Contact our@lamar.edu for more information.

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Apply Now for Omicron Delta Kappa

Deadline to apply: Monday, Mar. 5, 5 p.m.

Omicron Delta Kappa is now accepting applications. If you're a leader on campus, apply now to be a member of LU's chapter of the O∆K National Honor Society. For more info or to submit your application, visit the link today.

LU Big Event
The Big Event

Deadline: Friday, Mar. 8, 5 p.m.

Join us on Saturday, Mar. 23 for The Big Event, LU's largest day of community service. Check-in begins at 7 a.m. and kick-off starts at 7:30 a.m. with a message from Mayor Roy West. There will be giveaways for volunteers while supplies last: free t-shirts, breakfast, and more. is required on LUHub by Friday, Mar. 8.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Audiology Clinic Services Available on Campus

Deadline: Monday, April 15, 5 p.m.

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 to schedule your appointment today.

2024 TSUS Regents’ Student Scholar Award

Deadline: Saturday, June 1, 5 p.m.

The Texas State University System (TSUS) Regents’ Student Scholar Award is now open for applications.

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NEWS
LU News, February 19 - February 26

Reaud Honors College launches Reaud Leadership Institute, honors studies minor

LU alumnus named Presidential Management Fellows finalist

LU Moment: Beyond the Podcast featuring Cardinal View




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