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Date(s): Monday, Nov. 3 & Monday, Nov. 10, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Nutrition, Hospitality & Human Services Building, Atrium

Dinners in the Fall is an educational experience for the students in the Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts program. Students plan, prepare and execute an unforgettable evening of dining. Each night's three-course menu is carefully crafted to showcase the talents of our future chefs and hospitality professionals.

Date(s): Thursday, Oct. 30 through Thursday, Nov. 6, 1:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Morris Hall Media Room

STAR Services will be hosting 30-min workshops to help students power through midterms, recharge, and address endless phone scrolling. Learn how to manage stress, time & balance life during midterms. All LU students encouraged. Learn more here.

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: Monday, Nov. 3, 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building - Landes Auditorium Room 101

If you plan to present a poster or give a talk about your research at the 12th O.U.R. Fall Conference, on Nov. 14, you are cordially invited to join an informative panel discussion with presenters to former O.U.R. conferences.

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): Wednesday, Nov. 5 through Friday, Nov. 7, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cypress 125

The Health Education Department will host a blood drive sponsored by LifeShare Blood Center, Nov. 5, 6, and 7, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Anyone in good health who is at least 16 years of age and weighing at least 110 pounds can donate blood. Call (409) 880-8466 for more info.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 6, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Reaud Executive Event Space, Room 120

2025 David J. Beck Fellows, Harvest Prater, Speech & Hearing Sciences and Mohamed Irhabi, Biology with Pre-Med Concentration, will present their summer projects.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 6, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: CICE Building, Room 113

Through prison radio programs and rodeo events, Mexican American inmates fought for inclusion against a common enemy. Although Mexican American prisoners’ struggles did not free them from incarceration, their labors altered the way the state viewed them as well as the way they viewed themselves. Join the Center for History and Culture to learn more.

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: Thursday, Nov. 6, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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If you stutter, you are not alone. It’s estimated that over 160 Lamar faculty, students, and staff share the experience of stuttering. Come join our support group, a proven way to build self-confidence, practice speaking, and explore ways to cope with stuttering. More info here.

Date: Monday, Nov. 10, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Rothwell Recital Hall

The Â鶹ÊÓƵ Percussion Ensemble will be presenting their fall concert which includes two world premieres of new compositions and a send-off event for our competitive travel to Indianapolis for the Percussive Arts Society International Convention.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Dining Hall Lawn

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.

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: 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(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.

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 .

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!

Dates: May 29, 2026 - June 12, 2026

Earn three credits as you explore interdisciplinary rehabilitation practices in audiology, speech-language pathology, special education, psychology, occupational therapy (OT), and physical therapy (PT) at AIISH, Mysuru, Karnataka, India, and also experience the rich culture and vibrancy of Mysuru City. More info .

The School of Nursing invites you to study abroad in Germany to study ethics, research, and evidenced based practice. All majors are welcome! For more information please contact the Office of Study Abroad, Dr. Judson Lagrone at jplagrone1@lamar.edu or Dr. Stacey Knight at stacey.knight@lamar.edu.

Protect your health and the health of those around you this flu season. The Student Health Center offers flu vaccines by appontment 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.

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.

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 apply: Jan. 15, 2026, 5 p.m.

The 2026 David J. Beck Fellowship application is now open. Faculty and staff are encouraged to inspire and support students to apply for this prestigious fellowship. Visit the website for application requirements and award information. Students may submit their application through MyScholarhsips.

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