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Voya Financial to Answer Retirement Planning Questions
Date: Tuesday, August 23, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Human Resources Department
"Simplifying your retirement planning now can make it easier for you to manage later." Angela Bryant will be on campus every Tuesday, helping you with any financial and investment questions. For more information, contact Human Resources.
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Dishman Art Museum Presents the Department of Art & Design Faculty Art Exhibit
Date: Friday, August 26, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Dishman Art Museum
The Department of Art & Design will present faculty and staff artwork in an exhibition at the Dishman Art Museum, Aug. 13 through Sept. 10. The public is invited to attend and a reception for the exhibition will be held Friday, Aug. 26, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 12-4 p.m.
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Bayoulands Radio Series
Date: Sunday, August 28, 5 - 6 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Tune in to 91.3 FM or listen online at kvlu.org, Aug. 28 at 5 p.m. for the next episode of the Bayoulands radio series exploring the people and places of southeast Texas. This episode features Karankawa descendent Alex Perez, LU alum Patrick Patterson and a tour of the Heritage House in Orange.
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Fall Launch: Center for History and Culture of Southeast Texas and the Upper Gulf Coast
Date: Thursday, September 1, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Reaud Event Space
A reception will be held with refreshments. Gather with friends and colleagues to learn about the programming and opportunities offered by the Center for History and Culture. We will unveil our new logo and introduce the CHC personnel. RSVP requested.
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O.U.R. Orientation
Date: Friday, September 2, 1-2:30 p.m.
Location: Landes Auditorium, Galloway Business Building
Join a casual conversation with the director of the Office of Undergraduate Research for acquiring information on how to get involved in OUR grant programs and events. You will learn about undergraduate research opportunities and benefits, including stipends, awards and travel support to conferences outside ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and more.
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Learn How to Budget and Save Money Workshop-Webinar
Date: Wednesday, September 7, 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Join the LU Money Management Program with speaker Casey Galindo. Budgeting and saving is the key to weathering life's storms as well as having what you want. This webinar is one hour long; it's interactive, informative and completely free.
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Renew Your Parking Pass for FY23
Students, faculty and staff members can now log on to your to purchase and renew your campus parking pass. Contact the Parking Office at parking@lamar.edu or 409-880-7275 for more information.
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Travel Updates
Beginning Sept. 1, all employee, group and team travel must be processed via Chrome River. Please contact Jinella Sims in the Travel Office at 409-880-8383 with any questions.
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Schedule Your Departmental Training: Avoid | Deny | Defendâ„¢
During an act of violence (e.g., robbery, hostage situation, workplace violence, active shooter), what do I do?
Hiding and hoping isn’t a very effective strategy. Avoid, Deny, Defend® is an easy-to-remember method to use during an act of violence. Contact the ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Police Department to schedule your department's training.
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Thank You from Staff Council and the Cardinal Pantry!
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Staff Council thanks everyone who contributed to our drive at the President’s Convocation to restock our Cardinals Food Pantry. We delivered two truckloads to the Cardinal Pantry on Aug. 16.
If you missed this opportunity or forgot your donation at home, donations are accepted year-round at the Wesley Foundation building located behind Brook Shivers Dining Hall. Donation hours for fall/spring are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
All currently enrolled students at ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ are eligible for this program.
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CMMS Awards 10 Research Grants
CMMS awards 10 research grants made pursuant to the FY2023 RFP! Click here to read more and view this year's projects!
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Texas Retirement Planners
Spend and save wisely to live freely. Richard Becker is a broker for many of our retirement and 403b, 457 vendors. He has been working with ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ for several years. Becker is here every Thursday to help you with any questions you may have. Contact Human Resources for more information.
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AIG Retirement Services
Embrace a brighter future. Financial advisor Brian Orner will be here on campus every other Wednesday to help you with questions about retirement. For more information, contact Human Resources.
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Midstream Center Names Quinn Holub to its Industry Advisory Board
The Midstream Center names Quinn Holub to its Industry Advisory Board. Read more about Holub on the Midstream Center's website.
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Accessibility Resource Center Announces New Name
With the return of students in the fall, the Disability Resource Center at ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ is pleased to announce it has a new name, the Accessibility Resource Center (ARC). Accessibility occurs when the needs of individuals with disabilities are specifically considered, barriers are removed and access to all aspects of the student experience is equitable. Everyone benefits from accessibility and our new name reflects the importance of creating a culture fundamental to the educational experience at ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ. To learn more, visit the ARC's website.
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Benefits: Discount Purchase Program through ERS
Right now, employees and retirees can access 60% off back-to-school gear. Employees and retirees in the Texas Employees Group Benefits Program and their immediate families are eligible to participate in the discount purchase program. Visit Human Resources for more details.
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Get Publicity!
Have something to share? your good news (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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Fiscal Year-End 2022 Procedures & Dates
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ year end processes ensure that the university’s business is conducted in full compliance with state laws and policies. Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 ends on Aug. 31 and the deadlines for year-end processes will ensure that expenditures made during the year will be charged appropriately. Learn more about Procurement Services.
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Cardinal Mondays
Join us every Monday, all day at for half off gameplay and appetizers for all LU faculty, staff, students and alumni. Just bring your LU I.D.
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LU Moment: All about the Bayoulands | S4 Ep. 35
The KVLU documentary series Bayoulands is gearing up for its 6th season. This week on the , KVLU Production Director Jason Miller talks about the history of the Bayoulands show, his most memorable episodes and exciting topics the 6th season will feature.
Tune in to this week's episode or past episodes of the LU Moment on or wherever you get your podcasts.
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COVID-19 Vaccines Available
Free COVID-19 vaccines (Moderna and Pfizer) are available at the Student Health Center to all ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ/LIT students, faculty and staff. You must register for an appointment.
The Student Health Center is also offering COVID-19 booster vaccines for eligible students, faculty and staff for LU and LIT campuses. Eligibility criteria can be found on the . Please fill out the registration form for an appointment.
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