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Balfour will be on campus Jan. 28–29 and February 4–5 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Setzer Student Center. Stop by to explore class ring options and enter for a chance to win a FREE 10K LU Ring. The drawing will take place on Feb. 5 at 1 p.m.

Who Can Purchase a Class Ring?
• Students who have completed 75+ credit hours
• Alumni, transfer students, or graduate students who have completed at least one semester at LU

For more information and to RSVP, visit: lamar.edu/leadership

Date: Monday, Feb. 2, 5 - 9 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Ballroom

Interested in building community, growing as a leader, and making a real impact in the residence halls? Come to our RA Informational Session to learn everything you need to know about becoming a Resident Assistant at Cardinal Village. More information can be found here.

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 108

The O.U.R. offers a workshop for writing a compelling research paper or a competitive proposal for the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (S.U.R.F.) program. The moderator is Ms. Casey Ford, the Assistant Director and Team Lead for Faculty Success Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning. More information can be found here.

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 4, 3:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 108

The Office of Undergraduate Research invites all undergraduates to submit proposals for the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (S.U.R.F.) program by the deadline, Feb. 23. Recent S.U.R.F. winners will help you to get started in writing your proposal and give you hints on how to win a grant.

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: Thursday, Feb. 5, 1:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Student Setzer Center, Room 125/127

Learn how to effectively read and understand your textbook by identifying key concepts, organizing information, and using active reading strategies. See how you can take meaningful notes based on your reading and apply them to your schoolwork. Check out the Student Success Workshop information here.

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.

Date: Sunday, Feb. 8, 4 - 5 p.m.
Location: Julie Rogers Theatre (Downtown Beaumont)

The ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University Wind Ensemble has been honored with an invitation to perform before the Texas Music Educators Association's 2026 clinic/convention in San Antonio. They will present a local preview of this upcoming concert at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 8, at the Julie Rogers Theatre in downtown Beaumont. This event is free and open to the public. Contact amcmahan@lamar.edu for more information.

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 10, Noon - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Atrium

Take a quiz and let us help you discover your primary love language, what it means, and how you can use it to better connect with your loved ones. More information can be found .

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 108

The O.U.R. offers another workshop on learning effective strategies to run a good literature review and build a competitive SURF proposal or add valuable content to your research paper. The moderator is Ms. Elizabeth Sanders, the Director for Learning and Research at the Mary and John Gray Library.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 12, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Tyrrell Historical Library (695 Pearl St. in Beaumont)

Dr. Tim Seiter will talk about his new book that explores the everyday experiences of Presidio La Bahía’s Hispano soldiers and their families at the edge of the Spanish empire in Texas. Dr. Seiter is an assistant professor of history at the University of Texas at Tyler. More information can be found here.

Date: Monday, Feb. 16, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Science & Technology Building, Room 103
Date: Thursday, Feb. 19, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Virtual (Zoom)

This workshop includes an overview of the APA PsycTests database and how it can help you locate testing instruments for your research needs. Register at: lamar.edu/cardinalcrashcourses.

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 17, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Join the Student Health Center for a . Meet with local and on-campus representatives and explore ways to improve your health.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 19, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Join Marissa Cohen, an award-winning campus speaker, for a about healthy relationships. Learn about consent, boundaries, risk reductions, situational awareness, bystander education, and how to identify healthy vs. toxic relationships.

Date(s): Thursday, Feb. 19 through Saturday, Feb. 21 - 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 22, 2 p.m.
Location: ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University Studio Theatre

In a small American town that feels oddly familiar, ordinary lives unfold in extraordinary ways. Middletown follows the intersecting paths of its residents—an expectant mother, a lonely handyman, a librarian, a cop—as they navigate the quiet joys, absurdities, and deep questions of existence. To purchase your tickets today, click . To find out more about this production and other upcoming productions, visit the link here.

Date: Monday, Feb. 23, 4 - 5 p.m.
Location: CICE Building, The Hatchery

The Venture Center and Red Bull have partnered up to offer students the opportunity to compete for $100,000 and a trip to Silicon Valley. We will be hosting an information session on Monday, Feb. 23 at 4 p.m. in The Hatchery to answer all of your questions. Contact kscott74@lamar.edu for more information.

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.

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!

Listen in to this week's as we sit down with Sergeant Byron Popillion to learn more about the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University Police Department and the safety measures that are in place for the new semester at LU. 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.

Your college experience is yours, but you don’t have to do it alone. TimelyCare supports your health and goals anytime. Talk, get wellness tips, or take a break. Download the app or visit timelycare.com/lamar and sign in with your LU email to get started. Call or email Student Health for more info.

Now through Thursday, Apr. 23 at 4 p.m.

The LU Speech and Hearing Clinic offers audiology services as an employment benefit to employees, their insurance-covered dependents, or currently enrolled students, with no out-of-pocket expenses. Call (409) 880-8171 for more information.

Deadline to submit: Monday, Feb. 23, 11:59 p.m.

The O.U.R. invites all undergraduates from all academic areas to submit proposals to the S.U.R.F. program for winning a grant and have an exciting summer research experience. The submission guidelines can be found at /undergraduate-research/research-and-funding/surf/index.html.

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.

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