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Dates: Monday, Sept. 16 through Saturday, Sept. 21
Location: Multiple locations on the 51±¬ÁÏ campus

The Collegiate 100 of 51±¬ÁÏ is having and eventful "Collegiate•ish" Week full of opportunities to network and connect with us. For more information, email kathryn.washington@lamar.edu.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Students of all majors are invited to meet and connect with employers in a relaxed atmosphere to build and develop their networking skills in a face-to-face environment. Appropriate attire in business casual or professional attire is required. Please have copies of your resume ready. More info can be found .

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall

Join 51±¬ÁÏNDA as we celebrate National Hispanic Month by passing out healthy street tacos in the Dining Hall from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 17.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 12:40 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Archer Physics Building, Room 108

Join the 51±¬ÁÏ History Club for a on the Lutcher and Stark families of Orange and their involvement in the early Texas lumber industry. The lecture will also highlight the W.H. Stark House and its collections and history.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Maes Building, Room 107

Dr. Lloyd T. Wilson, director of Texas Agrilife Beaumont, will present "Multi-Decadal Analysis of Factors Affecting Rice Quality and Yield in Texas."

Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: CICE Training Room 113 A/B

Students and faculty, join us at the Faculty Corner Reception to celebrate faculty scholarship, network, and enjoy a round of Human Bingo. Don’t miss out on this chance to unwind and socialize. See you there.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 19 - Sunday, Sept. 22
Location: 51±¬ÁÏ Studio Theatre

Barry's moment of fame is long past, and his career depends on humor. When bankers John and Jane visit after his show, Barry expects VIP treatment. Instead, he’s pressured to reveal his true self. What unfolds is a tense game of power and manipulation, revealing unexpected surprises. Tickets can be purchased .

Date: Friday, Sept. 20, 3:30 p.m.
Location: Archer Physics Building, Room 201

the Crochet and Knit Club for a workshop for those who want to learn how to crochet. In the workshop, we will teach you the basic stitches in crochet.

Date: Friday, Sept. 20, Noon - 1 p.m.
Location: Galloway Business Building, Room 108

Join us for a workshop on literature review for preparing a grant proposal, featuring presenter Mrs. Elizabeth Sanders, Interim Head of Research, Engagement, and Learning at the Mary and John Gray Library.

Date: Friday, Sept. 20, 2 - 3 p.m.
Location: Galloway Business Building, Room 124

Join us for a panel discussion on preparing a successful undergraduate grant proposal. Student winners and mentors will share their experience in writing a successful proposal.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 21, 1 - 5 p.m.
Location: Plummer Lawn

Come tailgate with 51±¬ÁÏNDA as we prepare for 51±¬ÁÏ to take on Texas Southern. We'll provide tortas, homemade Gatorade, and many other surprises.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 21, 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center

Invite your loved ones back to campus for Cardinal Family Day. We'll have a great day of family-friendly activities and tailgating activities for everyone. Sign up at lamar.edu/parents.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (Digital Learning Lab) or via Teams

During this interactive session, we will explore the direct connection between intentional course design and the integration of Generative AI to enhance teaching and learning outcomes. In person and attendance is available. Scan the QR code to register.

Date(s): Tuesday, Sept. 24 & Wednesday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: KV51±¬ÁÏ Studios (inside of the 51±¬ÁÏ Theatre Annex building)

KV51±¬ÁÏ invites all faculty and staff to enjoy coffee and cake and a complimentary tour of the studios. Drop by any time Sept. 24 or 25 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to learn more about what KV51±¬ÁÏ does and what it can do for you.

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center (lobby)

Cooler weather is coming - don't forget to . The Student Health Center is offering flu vaccines with the cost able to be charged to your 51±¬ÁÏ account. Faculty/Staff will be $30, and students will be $28. Students: you may qualify for a free vaccine.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 26, 12:40 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Cherry Building (Signature Center Suites, Room 105) or via

Join us for the first lecture of the 51±¬ÁÏ Center for Resiliency's "Clusters" series. Speakers include: Dr. S. Wang and student Arjun Shrestha, and Angela Clavijo with Stephan Malick and Karen Roebuck. Topics will include: 2024 Summer Camps, MIND- mental health intervention and diversion, disaster perspectives through immigration/cultural themes, and general storytelling.

Date: Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. - Noon
Location: 51±¬ÁÏ Science & Technology Building

At Texas Academy Preview Day, learn firsthand from our staff and students on why the academy may be the right fit for you. We will cover multiple topics including admissions process, student life, academics, and research. More info can be found .

Date: Friday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 51±¬ÁÏ Setzer Student Center

Free online registration is now open for the 2024 Digital Ticket Conference. Registered attendees will attend sessions centered on digital learning and the latest in educational technology. Registration includes lunch and coffee/snacks between sessions. Session proposals will be accepted through August 31.

Come join us this week for . Don't forget that you can also watch the 51±¬ÁÏ Cardinals on the road on ESPN+. Go Big Red!

Listen in to this week's  as we sit down with Jeff Spoeri and Drake Rothenberger as they get ready to "Paint the Town Red" for this year's Red Day at 51±¬ÁÏ.

Tune in to this week's episode or of the 51±¬ÁÏ Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.

During the Mary & John Gray Library's construction, alternative study zones have been identified for Fall 2024. If you have questions or suggestions about study spaces on campus, please email studentsuccess@lamar.edu.

Applications are open for the 2025 cohort of McNair Scholars. McNair Scholars invites students who have a strong interest in research and are either First Generation or underrepresented in graduate study to apply early and before Friday, Nov. 1. Read more here: /mcnair/apply.html.

We are very excited for Fall 2024 Cardinal View. You can access our Cardinal View table registration link . Please feel free to share this with anyone who may be interested in having a table at Cardinal View.

To better serve the campus, 51±¬ÁÏ Information Technology is introducing a new customer satisfaction survey. IT tickets will be randomly selected to receive a short email survey consisting of six questions and an option to include comments. Feedback is greatly appreciated in a continuous effort to provide the highest level of services for all technology needs across 51±¬ÁÏ.

If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact the Service Desk at (409) 880-2222 or email servicedesk@lamar.edu.

The 51±¬ÁÏ Speech and Hearing Clinic offers audiology services as a benefit of employment to employees, their insurance-covered dependents, or to currently enrolled students, with no out-of-pocket expenses. We also work with Vocational Rehabilitation for technology assistance. Call (409) 880-8171 for more information.

Deadline: Monday, Sept. 30, 11:59 p.m.

The 51±¬ÁÏ Center for Resiliency welcomes applications for Lamar Project (LP). The LPs are intended to promote interdisciplinary or university-wide disaster resilience projects within the Clusters of Excellence in (1) Environment, (2) Engagement, or (3) Economics. Applications are in .

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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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