Ƶ University News site://_University - news -URL-www.lamar.edu-news-and-events/index Keep up with what’s happening at Ƶ University in Texas with the college’s news page and take a look at the university’s calendar for upcoming events. en-us Sat, 7 Sep 2024 13:00:20 -0500 Cascade Server Ƶ University dining hall reopens after major renovations /news-and-events/news/2024/09/lamar-university-dining-hall-reopens-after-major-renovations.html The Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall at Ƶ University reopened this fall after undergoing extensive renovations over the summer, bringing a fresh, modern atmosphere to campus dining Fri, 6 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/09/lamar-university-dining-hall-reopens-after-major-renovations.html Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown Scholarship established /news-and-events/news/2024/09/clarence-brown-scholarship-established.html Ƶ University has announced the establishment of the Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown Scholarship, thanks to the generosity of donor Stephen "Doc" Watson. Thu, 5 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/09/clarence-brown-scholarship-established.html LU Moment: Beyond the Podcast with STAR Services /news-and-events/news/2024/08/lu-moment-beyond-the-podcast-with-star-services.html In this edition of Beyond the Podcast, we introduce you to Hilda Billups, director of Ƶ University’s Student Tutoring And Retention (STAR) Services. Tue, 3 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/08/lu-moment-beyond-the-podcast-with-star-services.html LU launches “See for Yourself” campaign /news-and-events/news/2024/08/lu-launches-see-for-yourself-campaign.html As Ƶ University embraces its next century, visible changes are taking shape across campus and throughout southeast Texas, reflected in the launch of its "See for Yourself" marketing campaign. Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/08/lu-launches-see-for-yourself-campaign.html College of Engineering hosts bootcamp to prepare incoming students /news-and-events/news/2024/08/college-of-engineering-hosts-bootcamp-to-prepare-incoming-students.html Ƶ University's College of Engineering hosted its annual First Year Engineering Math Bootcamp from August 11-16, allowing incoming students to refresh their math skills, socialize, and participate in activities supported by industry sponsors, culminating in scholarship awards. Tue, 27 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/08/college-of-engineering-hosts-bootcamp-to-prepare-incoming-students.html Two LU students thrive in JAMP medical program /news-and-events/news/2024/08/two-lu-students-thrive-in-jamp-medical-program.html Sergio Mendez and Jordan Nelson, two biology students from Ƶ University, have taken important steps toward their medical careers this summer through their participation in the prestigious Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP) Wed, 21 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/08/two-lu-students-thrive-in-jamp-medical-program.html Cam Le and Carla Pulumbarit Scholarship established /news-and-events/news/2024/08/cam-le-and-carla-pulumbarit-scholarship-established.html Ƶ University has announced the establishment of the Cam Le and Carla Pulumbarit Scholarship, a new endowed scholarship designed to support students pursuing degrees in the College of Engineering and the JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/08/cam-le-and-carla-pulumbarit-scholarship-established.html LU student gains hands-on aerospace experience at Future Metals LLC /news-and-events/news/2024/08/lu-student-gains-hands-on-aerospace-experience-at-future-metals-llc.html Rami Zaidan, a junior industrial engineering major at Ƶ University, is interning at Future Metals LLC, a Berkshire Hathaway company specializing in aerospace materials. During his internship, Zaidan worked on optimizing warehouse workflow and implementing RFID inventory management. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/08/lu-student-gains-hands-on-aerospace-experience-at-future-metals-llc.html Ƶ University upgrades Wi-Fi with state-of-the-art system for Cardinal Village /news-and-events/news/2024/08/lamar-university-upgrades-wi-fi-with-state-of-the-art-system-for-cardinal-village.html Ƶ University has announced a major overhaul of its Wi-Fi network in Cardinal Village, enhancing connectivity with cutting-edge technology. Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2024/08/lamar-university-upgrades-wi-fi-with-state-of-the-art-system-for-cardinal-village.html Ƶ University upgrades WiFi with state-of-the-art system for Cardinal Village /news-and-events/news/2023/08/lamar-university-upgrades-wifi-with-state-of-the-art-system-for-cardinal-village.html Ƶ University has announced a major overhaul of its Wi-Fi network in Cardinal Village, enhancing connectivity with cutting-edge technology. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2023/08/lamar-university-upgrades-wifi-with-state-of-the-art-system-for-cardinal-village.html