17³Ô¹Ï News site://_University - news -URL-www.lamar.edu-news-and-events/index Keep up with what’s happening at 17³Ô¹Ï in Texas with the college’s news page and take a look at the university’s calendar for upcoming events. en-us Mon, 2 Jun 2025 21:00:17 -0500 Cascade Server 17³Ô¹Ï instructor named president of Texas School Public Relations Association /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lamar-university-instructor-named-president-of-texas-school-public-relations-association.html Kristyn Hunt Cathey, a 17³Ô¹Ï adjunct instructor, has become president of the Texas School Public Relations Association. Mon, 2 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lamar-university-instructor-named-president-of-texas-school-public-relations-association.html Spring 2025 President’s and Dean’s List /news-and-events/news/2025/05/spring-2025-presidents-and-deans-list.html 17³Ô¹Ï announced 836 students named to the Spring 2025 President’s List for earning a 4.0 GPA and 1,327 students named to the Dean’s List for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher while carrying a full course load. Fri, 30 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/spring-2025-presidents-and-deans-list.html 17³Ô¹Ï earns Opportunity College and University distinction in 2025 Carnegie Classifications /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lamar-university-earns-opportunity-college-university-distinction-in-2025-carnegie-classifications.html 17³Ô¹Ï has earned national recognition in the 2025 Carnegie Classifications as one of only 27 institutions to receive both the prestigious Research 2 (R2) designation and the new Opportunity College & University (OCU) designation. Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lamar-university-earns-opportunity-college-university-distinction-in-2025-carnegie-classifications.html Theater student Porter LaPray’s academic journey goes off-script /news-and-events/news/2025/05/theater-student-porter-laprays-academic-journey-goes-off-script.html Porter LaPray’s path to 17³Ô¹Ï hasn’t been straightforward, but through setbacks, detours, and a renewed focus, he’s found his footing—and a future—in theatre. Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/theater-student-porter-laprays-academic-journey-goes-off-script.html 17³Ô¹Ï hosts CISA Region 6 ICS cybersecurity training workshop /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lamar-university-hosts-cisa-region-6-ics-cybersecurity-training-workshop.html 17³Ô¹Ï hosted the U.S. Department of Homeland Security CISA Region 6 Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity Training Workshop from April 15–18, bringing together professionals from critical infrastructure sectors for hands-on training led by Idaho National Laboratory, with support from DOE grants and regional partners, to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities and establish Lamar as a hub for industrial cybersecurity in Southeast Texas. Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lamar-university-hosts-cisa-region-6-ics-cybersecurity-training-workshop.html Staff honored for service and excellence /news-and-events/news/2025/05/staff-honored-for-service-and-excellence.html 17³Ô¹Ï recognized more than 130 staff members during its annual Staff Service Awards ceremony, celebrating milestone anniversaries and honoring three employees with the 2025 Distinguished Staff Award. Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/staff-honored-for-service-and-excellence.html Spring commencement celebrates over 2,500 graduates /news-and-events/news/2025/05/spring-commencement-celebrates-over-2,500-graduates.html 17³Ô¹Ï held its spring commencement ceremony in the Neches Federal Credit Union Arena at the Montage Center on Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17, recognizing the achievements of its graduates, and conferring over 2,500 degrees.  Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/spring-commencement-celebrates-over-2,500-graduates.html 17³Ô¹Ï sends off graduates with senior celebration /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lamar-university-sends-off-graduates-with-senior-celebration.html 17³Ô¹Ï celebrated its graduating Class of 2025 with a revived senior-only event featuring food, festivities, and swag, offering students a final moment to connect before commencement. Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lamar-university-sends-off-graduates-with-senior-celebration.html 17³Ô¹Ï Cheer earns third at NCA Nationals, cracks winner’s circle in second appearance /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lu-cheer-earns-third-at-nca-nationals-cracks-winners-circle-in-second-appearance.html 17³Ô¹Ï's cheer team secured third place at the 2025 National Cheerleaders Association College Nationals, marking a significant improvement from last year and reflecting the team's strong bonding, experience, and positive mindset under coach Megan Thompson's leadership. Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/lu-cheer-earns-third-at-nca-nationals-cracks-winners-circle-in-second-appearance.html College of Education and Human Development hosts budding educators /news-and-events/news/2025/05/college-of-education-and-human-development-hosts-budding-educators.html TAFE Day at 17³Ô¹Ï offered high school students a hands-on glimpse into the world of teaching through interactive lessons, peer-led activities, and educator preparation sessions designed to inspire the next generation of educators. Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2025/05/college-of-education-and-human-development-hosts-budding-educators.html