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Date: Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 108

The O.U.R. offers a workshop to learn effective strategies for finding sources to strengthen your literature review and build a competitive SURF project or any written report. The moderator is Ms. Elizabeth Sanders, the Director for Learning and Research at the Mary and John Gray Library.

Date: Thursday, Jan. 29, 1:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Room 125/127

STAR Services returns this spring with in-person workshops to boost productivity, manage stress, and build strong habits. Obtain academic tools, learn goal-setting, note-taking, and study strategies to succeed beyond the classroom. Kick off your semester right—learn more here.

Date: Wednesday, Jan. 28, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: CICE, Room 113

Human Resources will offer training on the NeoEd Student and Hourly Worker hiring process on Jan. 28 from 10:00–11:30 a.m. in the CICE, Room 113. Employees interested in attending should submit their information using this Smartsheet form. An official meeting invitation will be sent closer to the training dates to those who register.

Please contact HR@lamar.edu if you have any questions.

Date: Tuesday, Jan. 27, Noon - 1 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cedar Room 160

This seminar reviews the fundamental principles of investing, aiming to simplify complex concepts and help participants build a solid investment strategy.

Date: Wednesday, Jan. 28, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: The Quad

Stop by the quad and learn about the National Marrow Donors Program. Representatives will be on campus hosting a stem cell donor drive where you can register and help save lives.

Date: Thursday, Jan. 29, 5 - 7 p.m.
Location: CICE Room 113

Bring your AI driven idea to the AWS AI Pitch Competition at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University. Startups, small businesses, nonprofits, and research teams are invited to compete for up to $50,000 in AWS AI services. Email sbdc@lamar.edu or check us out on for more information today!

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 4, 10 - 11 a.m.
Location: on Teams

BCBS is pleased to discuss your HealthSelect medical plan benefits for Plan Year 2026, which runs Sept. 1, 2025, through Aug. 31, 2026. We will also review educational resources and tell you about some value-added programs and health and wellness resources that are included with your plan. More info.

Date: Friday, Feb. 6, 2 - 5 p.m.
Location: 3100 Hwy 365, Port Arthur 77642

All ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University students are invited to attend the . Receive up to 30% off men's and women's career dress apparel, accessories, and shoes. Everything you need for an interview or on the job. Prizes will be given away throughout the event.

Every year, the IRS announces retirement plan contribution limits for the upcoming tax year. For 2026, limits have increased for 457/403b. For more information about HR benefits and announcements, visit the link here.

Human Resources will begin hosting monthly HR Support Drop-In Sessions starting Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. These sessions will be available both in person and via Microsoft Teams on the second Monday of each month at 2 p.m. CST in the CICE Building, Room 113, and will last one hour.

You’ll have the chance to speak directly with representatives from:

Recruitment
Human Resources Generalist
Leave
HR Data (student hiring)
Benefits
Compensation
Provost’s Office
These open-house–style sessions are designed to give you dedicated time to ask questions about hiring, NEOED, benefits, leave, student onboarding, general HR topics, and more.

We know your schedules are busy, and our goal is to offer a convenient, supportive space where you can get answers and connect with the right HR resources.

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Date(s): Monday, Jan. 12 through Sunday, March 29
Location: Virtual

The Get Fit Texas! Challenge helps build healthy habits, stay active with coworkers, and add a little friendly competition. Simply aim to complete 150 minutes of physical activity per week for at least six out of the 10 weeks. Registration opens Monday, Jan.12 at getfittexas.org.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 5, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Neches Room 120

Please bring all required documents to obtain a passport conveniently on campus at the Setzer Center. This is an excellent opportunity for students planning to study abroad or anyone who needs a passport. Complimentary passport photos will be provided.

Date: Saturday, Feb. 28, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center & Setzer Student Center

Cardinal View is the perfect opportunity for you to meet prospective students and inspire them to pursue their passions and interests. Cardinal View attracts hundreds of prospective students and guardians every semester. By participating, you can help future students get excited about LU. Register today!

Date: Monday, April 20, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Ballroom A

The annual Graduate Research Conference, scheduled for April 20, is now inviting students across all disciples to submit proposals for paper and poster presentations. Graduate faculty are invited to apply for a to present a conference session on the topic of quality assurance.

Listen in to this week's as we sit down with Sara Chavez to discuss medical and counseling services, health education, and the Student Health Center at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University. For the full transcription of this episode, click here. 
Tune in to this week's episode or of the LU Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.

Deadline to register: Friday, Feb. 6, 5 p.m.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University's Division of Digital Learning invites you to register for and submit presentation proposals for our 2026 Digital Ticket Learning Technologies Conference. Follow the QR code for conference information (or click here) and share this announcement with your colleagues.

Deadline to nominate: Friday, Feb. 13, 5 p.m.

The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs Administration invites faculty from all disciplines to nominate fellow faculty for the Excellence in Research or Excellence in Artistic and Creative Endeavors Awards to recognize their dedication in their fields. Submissions are due soon, so nominate now!

The Library Building remains CLOSED except for Starbucks. The Circulation Desk is at 857 E Virginia St. Research help is available via chat, email, and scheduled meetings. Computers and Printing are in Setzer Center 271 & 273. For more services, our hours, and updates, visit the library website here.

The ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University Provost's Office is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2026 University Professor and University Merit Award. Nominations are due to College Deans by Monday, Feb. 2. Please see guidelines for nominations.

Deadline to submit: Saturday, Jan. 31, 11:59 p.m.

The Excellence in Assessment Grant enters its second year, offering three awards of up to $5,000 each to support innovative, student-centered projects that strengthen learning, enhance assessment practices, and advance institutional priorities. Faculty and staff are encouraged to submit proposals here.

Have something to share?  (e.g., events, publications, faculty research, awards, departmental congratulations, grants, etc.) and the Office of Marketing Communications will get the word out through emails, web, social media and more. 

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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