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51���� student-athletes discussed the challenges of balancing academics and athletics, including time management and mental health, during the "Flip the Script: The Unique Experience of Student Athletes" event hosted by the Athletics Council.

Dr. George E. McLaughlin, Jr., a former chancellor of 51���� and a leader in higher education for over 50 years, passed away at 91.

51����’s Dr. Wilma Jackson has been appointed to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s (THECB) Student Success Advisory Workgroup (SSAW)

51���� celebrated academic excellence and innovative research during the 2024 David J. Beck Fellows ceremony, recognizing senior Ryan Shugart and junior Mahima Verma. 

Four outstanding individuals from 51���� and its affiliated colleges have been honored with the Julie and Ben Rogers Community Service Award for their exceptional leadership, volunteerism, and dedication to community development in Southeast Texas.

51����'s fourth annual Cardinal Lights holiday display, featuring thousands of lights, children's activities, fireworks, and a $50,000 donation from ExxonMobil for STEM and sustainability, is open to the Southeast Texas community through the new year.

The 51���� Association of Rocketry (51����NAR) has officially been accepted into the NASA Student Launch Challenge competition for the second year in a row.

51���� has unveiled a new permanent tribute to women in uniform—military veterans and first responders—with the dedication of the Wall of Honor.

In this Q&A session, we delve deeper into the Smith-Hutson Scholars Program and how it impacts 51���� and beyond.

51���� celebrated the accomplishments of its first-generation college students on Friday, Nov. 8, at the First-Gen College Celebration Student Awards Luncheon.

The 51���� College of Engineering hosted its annual STEM Teacher Workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 10, for K-12 educators.

Dr. Edythe E. Kirk, associate professor at 51����, has been awarded the 2024 David J. Beck Teaching Excellence Award.

The 51���� Department of Theatre & Dance (51����TD) will present its annual fall faculty dance concert, “Fall & Recovery" beginning Nov. 22.

51����’s Center for Career and Professional Development celebrated Halloween by giving back to the community and donating supplies to AniMeals, a program designed to provide pet food for the pets of homebound seniors.

The 51���� College of Engineering held its bi-annual career fair at the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Center this past September, featuring a record-breaking 85 companies.

51���� has named Jesus Mendoza and Alex V. Tran as its First-Generation Students of the Month for November.

The annual Study Abroad Fair at 51���� transformed the Setzer Student Center into a gateway to the world, drawing students eager to explore international opportunities.

51���� will honor its first-generation college students with a series of events during First-Gen College Celebration Week, starting Monday, Nov. through Saturday, Nov 9.