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Date(s): Thursday, Nov. 13, Thursday, Nov. 20, 1:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Morris Hall Media Room

Feeling overwhelmed and the post-midterm burn out? STAR Services is hosting 30-minute workshops to help you finish the year strong and gain tools to succeed through finals. All LU students are encouraged to join. Learn more here.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Carl Parker Building, Room 101 (Digital Learning Lab) or via Teams

In this Faculty Success Workshop, we'll explore how to improve student engagement with texts, including announcements, instructions, and course materials. Learn how to use headings, bolding, spacing, and visual hierarchy to guide attention, reduce cognitive load, and make content more accessible. Register here.

Date(s): Thursday, Oct. 16 through Wednesday, Dec. 3
Location: Virtual

CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on The Texas State University System Retirement Plans, will be conducting one-on-one virtual consultations focusing on retirement and general financial planning and investment education and advice. Click to schedule.

Date(s): Friday, Oct. 31 through Friday, Nov. 21
Location: Several campus donation locations

Support our community by donating non-perishable food items to benefit the Southeast Texas Food Bank. Every contribution helps provide meals to individuals and families in need across our region. View the for donation locations.

Date(s): Monday, Nov. 3 through Tuesday, Nov. 11, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: Virtual

KVLU serves as a resource for Â鶹ÊÓƵ with daily features that cover all aspects of the campus community as well as student and staff led content and much more. Our fall giving campaign begins on Monday, Nov. 3, but you can support the enduring legacy of KVLU with a gift TODAY at kvlu.org.

Date(s): Thursday, Nov. 6 through Tuesday, Nov. 18, Noon - 2 p.m.
Location: Various locations across campus

First-Generation College Celebration is an annual event held on Nov. 8 to honor and recognize the achievements of first-generation college students and promote awareness of their experiences. Join us as we celebrate Â鶹ÊÓƵ first-generation students, staff, and faculty. All are welcome.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Sheila Umphrey Recreational Center Multipurpose Room

The Office of Strategic Initiatives and the Veteran's Day Planning Committee are hosting the Veteran's Day Lunch. Theme: Service to our Nation. Purpose: to thank and honor all who have served. Everyone is invited to join us for a free meal.Due to the expected drop in temperature, the Veteran Day Lunch will be held in the Shelia Umphrey Recreational Center Multipurpose Room. All are welcome to attend.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m. - Noon
Location: Reaud Building, 2nd floor, Room 214

Need help with your TRS account? Join our open session for setup, updates, and personalized support. Bring your device or use ours. No registration needed. Just drop in and get started on your retirement planning.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cedar 160

Brian Orner with Corebridge Financial will be on campus to help with your retirement plan, including reviewing your goals and providing ongoing assistance. You do NOT need to be a current Corebridge Financial participant to use these services.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 13, 1 - 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway, Room 102

Students, get a free professional headshot for LinkedIn or other professional applications! Dress in business casual or professional attire. Need clothes? Visit the Cardinal Career Closet in Galloway 102 before your session. Learn more about this event, .

Date(s): Thursday, Nov. 13 and Friday, Nov. 14, 11 a.m. - Noon
Location: Setzer Student Center, Trinity Room 227

Interested in leading a study abroad program? Come to our Faculty-Led Proposal Development Workshops to discover how to plan a successful study abroad program. We’ll cover choosing a destination, building your itinerary, managing your budget, and navigating Chrome River. More information can be found at lamar.edu/studyabroad.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 13, 1 - 5 p.m.
Location: Wayne A. Reaud Building, Executive Event Space 120

This event gives students an opportunity to pitch their business ideas to fellow students, faculty, and community members. There is an opportunity to earn cash prizes. Apply today.

Date: Friday, Nov. 14, 8:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center

All students and faculty from all academic areas are cordially invited to the 12th O.U.R. Fall Conference. Undergraduate and graduate students from Lamar and schools from Arkansas, Texas, Kentucky, and more will present at this event. Exciting plenary talks will be offered by LU alumni.

Date: Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Locaiton: Cattail Marsh

Bring your brushes for the second Plein Air Paint Out event on Saturday, Nov. 15. Anyone wishing to join should meet at the Cattail Marsh parking lot at 10 a.m., where there will be a gouache demo followed by free paint time. For more information, please contact the Department of Art & Design.

Date: Monday, Nov. 17, 11:30 a.m. - Noon
Location: Setzer Student Center, Neches 120

Discover STEM careers with the FBI. Learn about roles in MIS, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and Electrical Engineering, and others. Meet FBI professionals, explore responsibilities, and get your questions answered. Open to all students! Learn more .

Date: Monday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Join us for our first event for International Education Week! Come explore the Global Gallery with artifacts from all over the world. Don't forget to enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks before entering our gallery.

Date(s): Monday, Nov. 17 through Friday, Nov. 21, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Galloway 102

Students, don’t miss National Career Development Week Nov. 17–21. From popcorn and resume critiques to Chick-fil-A and pitch tips, to sweatshirts and career resources—Galloway 102 has daily events, snacks, and giveaways to help you succeed. More info can be found , or by emailing amy.dillow@lamar.edu.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Carl Parker Building, Room 101 (Digital Learning Lab)

This bonus faculty success workshop helps you refine course objectives using Bloom’s Taxonomy, AI tools, and CITL/DARpA support to ensure outcomes are measurable, level-appropriate, and aligned with institutional standards. Ideal for cross-listed or stacked courses needing clarity and rigor. Register here.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 18, 10 - 11 a.m.
Location: International Student Center

Share your Global Cardinal Story (3-5 minutes) or International Poetry. Join in on International Education Week. Scan the QR Code to register.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 18, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Maes Building, Room 107

Join us for the third installment of the semester as Dr. Tracy Benson, interim dean of the College of Engineering, gives a presentation entitled "Building Economic Resilience for Carbon Capture & Storage with Dynamic Policy Frameworks." Free pizza will be provided.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 18, 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: LU Intramural Field

Cardinal Lights is back! Â鶹ÊÓƵ and ExxonMobil present the fifth annual Cardinal Lights holiday light display event. This year, the event will include a drone show, and the festivities will take place on the LU intramural field. Activities for all ages will be available, so we encourage you to bring your entire family! For more information, click here.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 19, 9 - 11 a.m.
Location: Student Setzer Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Join us as we celebrate Stephan Malick and other Lamar Institutions leaders for their outstanding dedication to excellence and community service at the Julie and Ben Rogers Community Service Awards Ceremony. Please RSVP by Friday, Nov. 14 to speddy@lamar.edu

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 19, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Sabine I Room 123

Come to an informal chat to share your experiences, ask questions, and explore ideas with peers and subject matter experts. Our next roundtable topic is on Ethics of GenAI. Whether you're curious about the tech, concerned, or experimenting, this is a space to connect, reflect, and learn. More information? Contact casey.ford@lamar.edu.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 20, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center

The perfect opportunity for prospective graduate students to connect with academic departments, explore available programs, and learn more about life as a Graduate Cardinal. Designed as a come-and-go experience, you’ll have the chance to ask questions about the application process and more. Register .

Date: Friday, Nov. 21, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: CICE, Room 113

Join the Title IX session Navigating Student Disclosure to learn how to recognize and respond to disclosures, understand your reporting duties under SB 212, and connect students with resources. Register today—your support matters! Supervisors and advisors to students are encouraged to attend.

Date(s): Thursday, Nov. 20 through Saturday, Nov. 22
Location: LU Studio Theatre

The LU Department of Theatre & Dance's annual fall faculty concert is back. The audience can expect to see a variety of dance styles performed by the LUTD student company and guests.

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 Chef Casey Gates to learn more about his 30 year career in the culinary field, and his role as culinary and hospitality instructor in the Department of Nutrition, Hospitality and Human Services at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, click here. 
Tune in to this week's episode or of the LU Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.

Deadline to enter: Wednesday, Nov. 12, 5 p.m.

We're looking for a Â鶹ÊÓƵ employee who would do us the honor and flip the switch that will kick off the drone show at this year's Cardinal Lights event. The chosen employee will be contacted directly with details. Tell us why you would like ot flip the switch here! 

This year's Cardinal Lights event will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the new LU intramural field next to the Wayne A. Reaud Building.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ invites the campus community to comment on four proposed university policies. Please visit the policy review page to share your input.

Protect your health and the health of those around you this flu season. The Student Health Center offers flu vaccines by appointment to students, faculty, and staff for $30, billable to your LU account. Call for an appointment today.

FY26 Mandatory Training is now open. All employees, faculty, staff, and student workers must complete assigned compliance courses by Feb. 27, 2026. Completion is required as a condition of employment. More info: HR@lamar.edu.

Date(s): Tuesday, Oct. 14 through Thursday, Nov. 20, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Speech & Hearing Sciences Building

The LU Speech and Hearing Clinic offers audiology services as a benefit to employees, their insurance-covered dependents, or currently enrolled students, with no out-of-pocket expenses. We also work with TWC. Come see us soon, to hear every moment of the holidays. Call (409) 880-8171.

Deadline to give: Monday, Nov. 10, 6 p.m.

Give to the KVLU Fall Campaign at kvlu.org now through Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. for a chance to win a stunning photograph of Cattail Marsh titled "Nocturne #1" by art photographer Cathy Spence. For information about gifts through LU payroll deduction, please call (409) 880-8164.

Deadline to apply: Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, 11:59 p.m.

The 2026-27 "Building Resilience" Research Fellow applications are now open. With the "Building Resilience" theme, we aim for research that highlights opportunities and solutions in the Southeast Texas region. More info here.

Have something to share?  (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.

Gray named as dean of College of Graduate Studies

Marketing senior named November First-Gen Student of the Month

Honors Scholars Day draws record crowd

Eight Â鶹ÊÓƵ faculty recognized among World’s Top 2% of Scientists