site://_University - news -URL-www.lamar.edu-news-and-events/index Keep up with what’s happening at 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳ in Texas with the college’s news page and take a look at the university’s calendar for upcoming events. en-us Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:01:06 -0500 Cascade Server /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-university-announces-2026-professor-and-merit-award-recipients.html 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳ has named four faculty members as recipients of its 2026 University Professor and Merit Awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in teaching, research and service. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-university-announces-2026-professor-and-merit-award-recipients.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/sculpture-students-pour-750-pounds-of-iron-in-annual-cast-iron-tradition.html 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳ Department of Art and Design students continued a 45-year tradition by successfully completing a collaborative 750-pound iron pour, blending art, science, and hands-on training with support from faculty and visiting artists. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/sculpture-students-pour-750-pounds-of-iron-in-annual-cast-iron-tradition.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/dean-golden-wright-marks-20-years-with-retrospective-dance-concert.html 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳ College of Fine Arts and Communication will celebrate Dean Golden Wright’s 20-year tenure with a retrospective dance concert featuring students, alumni, and two decades of his choreography. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/dean-golden-wright-marks-20-years-with-retrospective-dance-concert.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/dockens-named-as-a-2026-top-50-voice-in-higher-education.html Dr. Ashley Dockens, associate provost of academic innovation and digital learning at 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳, has been named one of the Top 50 Voices to Follow in Higher Education for 2026. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/dockens-named-as-a-2026-top-50-voice-in-higher-education.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/campus-community-gathers-for-earth-day-celebration.html 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳’s Earth Day celebration brought together students, faculty, and staff for sustainability-focused activities, community engagement, and the planting of two oak trees. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/campus-community-gathers-for-earth-day-celebration.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/cybersecurity-training-returns-for-second-year-at-lu-with-hands-on-ics-focus.html 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳ hosted a multi-day, hands-on ICS cybersecurity workshop that brought together professionals and partners from multiple states to strengthen critical infrastructure defenses through training, simulations and collaborative expertise. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/cybersecurity-training-returns-for-second-year-at-lu-with-hands-on-ics-focus.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-opera-theatre-to-stage-mozarts-the-marriage-of-figaro.html Lamar Opera Theatre will present Le Nozze di Figaro, a comedic opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, on April 24 at 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳, featuring student performers in a free public performance. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-opera-theatre-to-stage-mozarts-the-marriage-of-figaro.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/music-professor-publishes-article-shares-teaching-strategies-nationwide.html Dr. Jennifer Iles, a music faculty member at 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳, is advancing music education through a national publication and invited presentations that emphasize effective practice strategies, student growth, and accessible teaching resources. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/music-professor-publishes-article-shares-teaching-strategies-nationwide.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/david-j-beck-fellowship-sends-three-aspiring-healthcare-professionals-into-advanced-research.html Three 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳ students have been named David J. Beck Fellows, earning full scholarships and funding to pursue advanced research projects in healthcare and science fields this summer. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/david-j-beck-fellowship-sends-three-aspiring-healthcare-professionals-into-advanced-research.html /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-university-announces-2026-distinguished-alumni-award-honorees.html 91×ÔÅÄÂÛ̳ has named four alumni as its 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients, recognizing their professional achievements, leadership and contributions to their communities, with honorees to be celebrated at a June 5 ceremony. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-university-announces-2026-distinguished-alumni-award-honorees.html