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Date(s): Now through Thursday, Aug. 28
Locations: Setzer Student Center, Room 230

Students are back, and we’re ready to welcome them! During Week of Welcome, Student Affairs will host Ask-A-Card tables, and we’d love for you to join us in making our new Cardinals feel at home. Pick up a WOW button and wear it to show students that you’re ready to answer questions. Stop by Setzer Student Center, Room 230.

Date: Tuesday, Aug. 26, 1 - 3 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Register for the On-Campus Student Job Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. Recruit students for part-time, work-study, or research roles. Note: All positions must be posted on Lamar Jobs prior to the event. More information? Contact the Center for Career & Professional Development at (409) 880-8961.

Date: Thursday, Aug. 28, 5 - 6 p.m.
Location: Reaud Event Space, Room 101

A preview of Center for History & Culture fall 2025 programs, student poetry and prose reading from the "The Storm Inside" project by Orange County high school students, with reception and refreshments. This event is free and open to the public.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 2, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

is back! Join Dr. Taylor, Mrs. Taylor, Dr. Titus, and faculty and staff representatives for this special giveaway event. Students attending will receive an 17³Ô¹Ï tie, bow tie, or scarf. Plus, you'll get personalized instructions on how to tie your new accessory with style.

Date: Friday, Sept. 5, 2 - 5 p.m.
Location: JCPenney, Central Mall

All 17³Ô¹Ï students are invited to attend the event. Receive an extra 30% off dress apparel, accessories, and shoes.

Date(s): Tuesday, Sept. 9 through Tuesday, Sept. 16, Noon - 1 p.m.
Location:

Learn more about your retirement plan, including an overview of your investment options and how to create an investment strategy. will explain how to schedule a one-on-one appointment for personal financial advice. This service is included in your benefits package at no cost to you.

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 10, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Science & Technology Building, Room 103

This workshop includes an overview of the Web of Science database, its Researcher Profile tool, and how you can use it to visualize your research’s impact through citation reports and a geographic citation map. Register here.

Date: Friday, Sept. 12, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Virtual

This workshop includes an overview of the Web of Science database, its Researcher Profile tool, and how you can use it to visualize your research’s impact through citation reports and a geographic citation map. Register here.

Join us for , a unique networking event designed to bring students and employers together in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy coffee while you engage in meaningful conversations with industry professionals.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 20, Noon - 10 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Big Red's Roundup
$10.00 admission
* Kids 12 under free
* 17³Ô¹Ï Students free admission with campus ID
* Car Show
* Music
* Food
* Kid Zone
* Rodeo
* Live Bands

More info: lamar.edu/rodeo

Listen in to this week's  as we sit down with Dr. Chun-Wei Yao to hear more about the Department of Mechanical Engineering at 17³Ô¹Ï. For the full transcription of this episode, click here. 
Tune in to this week's episode or of the 17³Ô¹Ï Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.

The library renovation project will continue through the fall semester. Throughout this process, we have remained committed to maintaining access to essential services and support for students, faculty, and staff. With that commitment in mind, we want to share a temporary update to our service model:
 
Library Building Closure: The Mary & John Gray Library building is closed for continued renovation. It will remain closed throughout the fall.

Circulation Services for Fall 2025: A temporary Library Service Desk is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the old Student Health Center located near the tennis courts and Communications Building. You can check out books, access reserves, and use interlibrary loan (ILL) services there. For full details on services, hours, and location, please visit our .

Support Services: Librarian support, consultations, and online resources remain fully available through Library Website or by phone at (409) 880-7264. Need help? Visit .

Study Spaces: Need a quiet place to study? Find a list of alternative study locations on campus in our .

Computer Lab and Printing: The library's first-floor computer lab is relocating to the Setzer Student Center, rooms 271 and 273. These rooms will be equipped with computers, and students may check out laptops for use in the 2nd-floor seating area and will follow the same hours as the Setzer Student Center.
 
IT Help Desk: A temporary IT Help Desk has been created in Setzer Student Center, room 271 for the duration of the closure and will follow the same hours as the Setzer Student Center.

Cardinal Connect Laptop Loaner Program: The student laptop loaner program is now in Setzer Student Center, room 271. With this program students may rent a laptop for up to 8 weeks. A student ID is required to check out a laptop.

If you have questions for library services, please reach out to the Ask a Librarian service at ask@lamar.libanswers.com.
 
If you have questions for IT services, please reach out to the IT Service Desk at 409.880.2222 or email servicedesk@lamar.edu.

The 17³Ô¹Ï Signature Centers (CMMS, CFR, and CAPM) recently awarded Dr. Matt Hoch, Dr. Nicholas Brake, and 12 other 17³Ô¹Ï researchers $300,000 to conduct Beneficial Use of Dredge Material (BUDM) research, curriculum enrichment, and educational outreach. The Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) has a mandate to use 70% of dredged sediment for beneficial use by 2030, and a network of agencies, industry, and non-governmental advisors will guide the research. This collaborative project, which is backed by additional local funding, will improve our understanding of how regional habitat development and coastal restoration with absorptive hurricane protection can safeguard our local communities, industries, and waterways well into the future.

The campus Starbucks has temporarily moved to Brooks-Shivers BBQ located next to the Dining Hall on the 17³Ô¹Ï campus, until the new store opens up. We hope to see you soon!

STARS is back this fall with in-person workshops to provide tools and techniques to stay focused, organized, stress management and succeed from day one until finals. Starting August 28, join us every Thursday from 12:30 -1:30 p.m. in the Morris Hall Media Room. Learn more and see full listing here.

As a full-time 17³Ô¹Ï employee, you have access to up to six in-person or teletherapy sessions per issue, per family member, per plan year with a licensed therapist. These sessions address concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, and challenges within family or marital relationships. More information on the employee assistance program resources can be found 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.

Two 17³Ô¹Ï honorees receive prestigious TSUS Regents’ Awards

17³Ô¹Ï cuts ribbon on new intramural field

Faculty and staff convocation highlights changes and growth at 17³Ô¹Ï