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Date: Monday, Oct. 19, Noon - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

Health Education is kicking off Homecoming Week with the goal of balancing fun and safety. Stop by our table to learn about the risks of drug and alcohol misuse, pick up protective drinks covers, and find out where you can get Naloxone on campus. Find out more information .

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 20, Noon - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Explore careers in Criminal Justice and Social Services! Connect with employers, discover career paths, and build your professional network. Learn about internships, full-time opportunities, and industry trends. Open to LU students and alumni. Register through .

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center

Come celebrate International Open Access Week and make A Date with Data. Come learn about open access, government data sources, and the library's institutional depository.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual on Teams

Discover new ways to learn in this virtual session with University Innovation. We will explore Gemini Notebook's Studio and practice creating interactive learning tools like slide decks, podcasts, mind maps, and more. Scan the QR code to register and learn how to use this FREE enterprise tool.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 108

If you plan to submit an abstract with your research at the 13th Annual O.U.R. Fall Conference (with the deadline on Oct. 25), and give a talk or present a poster, please join us for an informative workshop that gives you hints and ideas for a successful submission. All students are welcome! More information about the conference can be found here.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 22, Noon - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

LU Health Education will be hosting a tabling session for students to learn more about common symptoms and treatments for sexually transmitted infections. Students can also pick up information for on-campus free STI testing provided by Legacy Community Health. More information can be found here.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 22, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Virtual on Teams

Come celebrate International Open Access Week with us at this virtual presentation. Kimberly Conner from University Innovation will be sharing her knowledge and experience with AI literacy and open access.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 22, 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 108

If you want to make a difference or contribute in the organization of the 13th Annual O.U.R. Conference on November 13th, please join us for an workshop hosted by the Lamar Undergraduate Research Association (L.U.R.A.), on October 22 from 3 to 4pm, in Galloway 108.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 22, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Tyrrell Historical Library (695 Pearl Street, Beaumont)

Gary Pinkerton will talk about his new book that “explores the complex economies and shifting structures” of the Sabine borderlands during the Spanish era. Pinkerton serves as the Exec. Dir. of the Alliance for Texas History & is author of Trammel’s Trace (2016) & other books on Texas history. For more information and events, visit here.

Date: Friday, Oct. 23, Noon
Location: Quad

Who will take home the WIN? Join us for the as we announce our Cardinal Pride Showcase Decorating Contest winners! Come celebrate, cheer on our Cardinals, and show your team spirit! Peck 'em, Cards!

Date: Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Maes Building (upstairs lobby)

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of innovation, discovery, and student success in Computer Science at Â鶹ӳ»­. Honoring our past, empowering the present, and inspiring the future.

Date: Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Please join us for Big Red's Ride: Classic & Antique Car Show. Find out more information here.

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Ballroom A

Trick-or-Travel! Explore 2026-27 study abroad programs and experience Halloween traditions from around the world at our Halloween-themed Study Abroad Expo.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Location: Virtual

Join ERS for the 7th Annual Adapt & Thrive Virtual Wellness Fair on Oct. 28, 2026! Enjoy expert-led sessions on resilience, stress management, healthy habits, and getting the most from your benefits. Find tools and inspiration for every wellness journey. Register via the HR Events page.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Beaumont

Discover how Enterprise Mobility develops future business leaders through internships and its Management Training Program. Meet recruiters, get insider hiring tips, explore career paths, and ask questions. Only 15 spots available; and transportation is provided. Registration available through .

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Neches Room 120

Open to all Â鶹ӳ»­ students, faculty, and staff, Passport Day makes it easy to apply for a U.S. passport and start planning your next global adventure. Plus, attendees can receive FREE passport photos during the event! Learn more here.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtowm Museum Pavilion

Join the CITL and University Innovation for some Halloween fun at Spindletop Boomtown. Enjoy games, spooky mocktails, a cozy fire, and a Spindletop Gusher reenactment. Costumes are encouraged, and Tiny House BBQ will be on-site with dinner available for purchase. Bring a colleague and join the fun!

Date: Friday, Oct. 30, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 102

Take the fear out of career planning! Join us for tricks, treats, and career tips. Meet our team and special guests from Gator Country, explore resumes, LinkedIn, interviews, career fairs, and other opportunities. Register on and start building your future.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Brenham, Texas

Go behind the scenes at Blue Bell! Students of all majors are invited to explore manufacturing operations, connect with professionals, and learn about internships and careers with the company. Space is limited. Transportation will be provided. Register on .

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, San Jacinto Room 218

Join Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas to learn about preventive care, wellness programs, and benefits. Registration required; email benefits@lamar.edu to register.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2:30 - 5 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Join us for the 27th Annual McNair Scholar Research Symposium. Learn more here.

Grab your new LU gear now! Available at the Spindletop Boomtown Museum gift shop and at the home football games at Provost Umphrey Stadium.

Museum hours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: 1 - 5 p.m.

Listen in to this week's  as we sit down with Shamodre Green to preview Homecoming Week 2026 and discuss his role on campus as coordinator of student organizations. 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 register: Friday, Oct. 23, 5 p.m.

Cardinal View will take place on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center and the Setzer Student Center. This is the perfect opportunity for you to meet prospective students and inspire them to pursue their passions and interests. Cardinal View attracts hundreds of prospective students and guardians every semester. By participating, you can help future students get excited about LU. Register today!

Innovation doesn't have to mean a big project. We're interested in how YOU are using AI at LU. From everyday time-savers to creative approaches to teaching, learning, or research, we want to hear about it. Visit the University Innovation website and click "Submit an AI Use Case" to share yours today.

Lamar's faculty and staff are invited to comment on a proposed policy on hourly student workers (hiring process, enrollment requirements, etc.).

Â鶹ӳ»­'s FY27 Annual Mandatory Training is coming soon. Required training will be available through NEOED Learn (Cardinal Nest). Employees will receive an email notification once assignments are available, including instructions and the completion deadline.

Deadline to register: Saturday, Oct. 24

Calling all student organizations and departments! Show off your spooky side by decorating a trunk for Nightmare on Boomtown on Friday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. at Spindletop Boomtown Museum. Bring your creativity and represent your crew. Click the link to sign up today.

Deadline to submit: Sunday, Oct. 25, 6 p.m.

The 13th Annual O.U.R. Fall Conference at Â鶹ӳ»­ features a Paper Competition with specific guidelines. Undergraduate students from all academic areas can enter the competition with a reseach paper reflecting completed or original research projects following editorial guidelines.

Deadline to submit: Sunday, Oct. 25, 11:59 p.m.

The Office of Undergraduate Research invites all students from all academic areas to submit abstracts with new research or creative activities to the 13th Annual O.U.R. Fall Conference. The student participants can give a talk or a poster presentation. Visit the conference website for details.

Deadline to apply: Monday, Oct. 26, 11:59 p.m.

The 2027 Minnie Stevens Piper Professor Award application is for faculty members on Competition Space.

Deadline to register: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 5 p.m.

To show our appreciation to LU Veterans at the 2026 Veterans Day lunch, we are constructing a digital presentation. If you would like to be included, please register using the link here.

Deadline to apply: Sunday, Nov. 1, 11:59 p.m.

McNair scholars receive research experience, financial and academic support, travel opportunities cultural engagement, graduate preparation and professional development. Eligible students should complete the online application.

Deadline to apply: Monday, Nov. 2, 5 p.m.

The Faculty Developmental Leave (FDL) (Fall 2027 - Summer 2028) application is now open. Please visit the link here for full details and submission guidelines. This is open to tenured faculty.

Deadline to : Saturday, Dec. 5, 11:59 p.m.

The Center for Resiliency is looking to support Doctoral Dissertations and Master Thesis research. Graduate students applying for this fellowship must have passed the proposal defense and be granted the degree candidacy status by their academic departments.

Deadline for nominations: Friday, Feb. 12, 2027, 5 p.m.

The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs Administration (ORSPA) invites faculty from all disciplines to nominate fellow faculty for the Excellence in Research or Excellence in Artistic and Creative Endeavors Awards to recognize their dedication in their fields. Submissions are due by Feb. 12, 2027. More informaton can be found here or by following ORSPA on .

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All approved announcements must be received by Thursday at 3 p.m. to be included in the following week's LU Weekly Update newsletter.

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