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Date(s): Monday, March 17 through Thursday, March 20, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, San Jacinto Room 218

Looking to teach a course abroad? Don’t miss our Faculty Program Proposal Development Workshop. This is your chance to learn the key steps to creating a successful program proposal. Lunch will be provided, so please click on the QR code to register in advance to help us plan for food.

Date: Monday, Apr. 7, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location, Region 5 (350 Pine Street in Beamont, Suite 500 - Edison Plaza)

Looking to retire after the 2024-25 school year? TRS is holding an in person Retirement Benefit Presentation, as well as one-on-one counseling sessions to be held in Beaumont at the Region 5 offices. Registration is required, and is on a first come, first served basis.

Date: Tuesday, Apr. 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Wayne A. Reaud Building, Executive Event Space Room 120

Join us for the annual conference featuring engaging topics and distinguished guest speakers. Our keynote speaker, Dr. John Trumpbour, author and research director at the Center for Labor and a Just Economy at Harvard University, will share valuable insights. Don’t miss this unique opportunity.

Date: Saturday, Apr. 12, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: LU Science & Technology Building

This event is geared toward K-8th graders to teach them engineering concepts. If your department or student organization is interested in having a table at this event, we would love to have you. about Discover Engineering and sign up at lamar.edu/futureengineer.

Date: Wednesday, Apr. 23, 8 a.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Ballroom

All students, undergraduates and graduates are cordially invited to attend or present at the 12th Annual Exhibition of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities. Talks and posters from all academic areas are welcome. The abstract submission deadline is Saturday, Apr. 5. For more information, please contact cbahrim@lamar.edu.

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 ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Head Softball Coach Amy Hooks as she shares about the team and her love for the sport.

Tune in to this week's episode or of the LU Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.

Mohamed Irhabi of The Woodlands, Texas is a Biology major with a minor in Chemistry and a Pre-Med concentration.

Harvest Prater of Baytown, Texas is a Speech and Hearing Sciences major with a minor in Psychology.

For more information on the David J. Beck Fellowship, visit the link here.

The Office of Undergraduate Research receives nominations for the 2025 Faculty Mentor Award (FMA), to honor Research Mentors in the STEM and HASBSEB academic areas, for their success in mentoring undergraduate students in research. The deadline for FMA applications is on March 10, 2025.

Deadline to nominate: Friday, March 21, 5 p.m.

LU's Division of Student Affairs is seeking nominations for Seniors of Significance. This award recognizes students who have brought distinction to LU through scholarship, leadership and service. Nominate your deserving students today.

Deadline to apply: Friday, March 21, 5 p.m.

The Ann Shaw Award recognizes a junior or senior student who contributes to the LU community through teamwork, leadership, ethics and integrity. Students may apply or be nominated by a student, faculty or staff. The winner receives $1,000 and special LU recognition. Nominate your exceptional students today.

Deadline: Monday, March 31, 5 p.m.

Do you know a staff member who goes above and beyond? Nominate them today. Nominees must be full-time with 5+ years of service, and below executive rank. Let’s celebrate our incredible staff!

LU staff, please review the names on the Staff Council Awards page for accuracy. Report any spelling errors or corrections to staffcouncil@lamar.edu by March 17. Thank you for helping us recognize our staff correctly.

The Office of Undegraduate Research invites undergraduate students from all academic areas to submit proposals to the SURF program. You can enjoy a 10-week research experience, and receive a $2,700 stipend, $1,400 in research support, $500 in travel support, and free housing in our Cardinal Village during the summer. Contact cbahrim@lamar.edu or call (409) 880-8290 for more information.

The Office of Undergraduate Research receives nominations for the 2025 Faculty Mentor Award (FMA), to honor Research Mentors in the STEM and HASBSEB academic areas, for their success in mentoring undergraduate students in research. The deadline for FMA applications is on March 10, 2025. Contact cbahrim@lamar.edu or call (409) 880-8290 for more information.

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