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You're invited! Sign up your department to showcase your services, connect with students, and build community at the the Cardinal Connections Fair.
• Tuesday, Sept. 9
• 3:30 - 5 p.m.
• The Quad
• RSVP by Sept. 5 on

Date(s): Tuesday, Sept. 9 through Tuesday, Sept. 16, Noon - 1 p.m.
Location:

Learn more about your retirement plan, including an overview of your investment options and how to create an investment strategy. will explain how to schedule a one-on-one appointment for personal financial advice. This service is included in your benefits package at no cost to you.

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 10, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Science & Technology Building, Room 103

This workshop includes an overview of the Web of Science database, its Researcher Profile tool, and how you can use it to visualize your research’s impact through citation reports and a geographic citation map. Register here.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 11, 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Location: Reaud Event Space, Room 101

In the 1930s-1940s, the WPA recorded the histories of formerly enslaved people in the U.S. Finding the original narratives in Texas archives, Babineaux determined that many of them were altered when published. She is the founder of the Museum of Undertold Texas History. Refreshments will be available, and this event is free and open to all. More info here.

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Cedar Room 160

You have access to a local Corebridge Financial Professional through your employer’s retirement program, even if you're not a current participant. Corebridge Financial will be on campus to help with enrolling in your workplace retirement plan and boosting your overall financial wellness.

Date: Friday, Sept. 12, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Virtual

This workshop includes an overview of the Web of Science database, its Researcher Profile tool, and how you can use it to visualize your research’s impact through citation reports and a geographic citation map. Register here.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 16, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Join us for , a unique networking event designed to bring students and employers together in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy coffee while you engage in meaningful conversations with industry professionals.

The LU Student Health Center, in collaboration with CVS Health, is pleased to offer two on-campus flu vaccine clinics this month, open to LU and LIT. These clinics provide a convenient opportunity to protect your health ahead of flu season.

Clinic Dates:
• Wednesday, September 17
• Tuesday, September 23

Location:
• Setzer Student Center, Room 120

Advance registration is required. CVS Health will bill your insurance following registration. To reserve an appointment, visit lamar.edu/flu.

Can't make it on those dates? Flu vaccines are also available at the LU Student Health Center for students, faculty, and staff. Vaccines are $30, which can be charged to your Banner account. Call 409-880-8466 for an appointment.

Thank you for prioritizing your health and wellness!

Date(s): Thursday, Sept. 18 through Friday, Sept. 19, Noon - Noon
Location:

Red Day is ÐßÐßÊÓƵ University’s annual day of giving. For 24 hours, we call upon Cardinals everywhere to Raise The RED by making a contribution of any size to the college or area of campus that means the most to you. Can we count on your support?

Date: Saturday, Sept. 20, Noon - 10 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Big Red's Roundup
$10.00 admission
* Kids 12 under free
* LU Students free admission with campus ID
* Car Show
* Music
* Food
* Kid Zone
* Rodeo
* Live Bands

More info: lamar.edu/rodeo

Dates: Monday, Sept. 22 through Tuesday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center or Wimberly Room 117

🌍 Explore the World During Study Abroad Week! ✈️ Ready to take your education global? Join us for Study Abroad Week — a full lineup of events to help you start your international ÐßÐßÊÓƵ. More info can be found here. Email kriley1@lamar.edu for more information.

Date: Monday, Sept. 22, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

🌍 Explore the World with ÐßÐßÊÓƵ University! ✈️ Join us at the Study Abroad Fair and discover exciting opportunities to study around the globe. Discover upcoming programs – from summer sessions to semester exchanges. Win prize raffles or learn about study abroad funding! Email kriley1@lamar.edu for more information.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Plummer Building, Room 102

You have access to a local Voya Financial Professional through your employer’s retirement program. Angela Bryant will be on campus to help with your retirement plan, including reviewing your goals and providing ongoing assistance. You don't need to be a Voya participant to use these services.

Listen in to this week's  as we sit down with Uliana Trylowsky and Aron Arceneaux to discuss Red Day 2025. 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.

Summer Enrollment elections began Sept. 1. When you get your paycheck (or Oct. 8 paycheck for bi-weekly), check to make sure there are deductions for the coverage you signed up for, and no deductions for any coverage you dropped.

ÐßÐßÊÓƵ University has appointed Dr. Chunda Chen as its new Ombudsman, effective Sept. 1, 2026. The Ombudsman will act as an independent resource to address concerns, resolve complaints, and promote fairness across the university. Dr. Chen can be reached at (409) 880-7981.

Construction continues on the library, but all library resources and services are still available. Check out the library website for our service locations, and the latest updates and information.

The library renovation project will continue through the fall semester. Throughout this process, we have remained committed to maintaining access to essential services and support for students, faculty, and staff. With that commitment in mind, we want to share a temporary update to our service model:
 
Library Building Closure: The Mary & John Gray Library building is closed for continued renovation. It will remain closed throughout the fall.

Circulation Services for Fall 2025: A temporary Library Service Desk is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the old Student Health Center located near the tennis courts and Communications Building. You can check out books, access reserves, and use interlibrary loan (ILL) services there. For full details on services, hours, and location, please visit our .

Support Services: Librarian support, consultations, and online resources remain fully available through Library Website or by phone at (409) 880-7264. Need help? Visit .

Study Spaces: Need a quiet place to study? Find a list of alternative study locations on campus in our .

Computer Lab and Printing: The library's first-floor computer lab is relocating to the Setzer Student Center, rooms 271 and 273. These rooms will be equipped with computers, and students may check out laptops for use in the 2nd-floor seating area and will follow the same hours as the Setzer Student Center.
 
IT Help Desk: A temporary IT Help Desk has been created in Setzer Student Center, room 271 for the duration of the closure and will follow the same hours as the Setzer Student Center.

Cardinal Connect Laptop Loaner ÐßÐßÊÓƵ: The student laptop loaner program is now in Setzer Student Center, room 271. With this program students may rent a laptop for up to 8 weeks. A student ID is required to check out a laptop.

If you have questions for library services, please reach out to the Ask a Librarian service at ask@lamar.libanswers.com.
 
If you have questions for IT services, please reach out to the IT Service Desk at 409.880.2222 or email servicedesk@lamar.edu.

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.

The Data, Analytics, Reporting and Assessment office will offer training and informational workshops covering topics related to Watermark, Smartsheet, Assessment, Reporting and more.

The campus Starbucks has temporarily moved to Brooks-Shivers BBQ located next to the Dining Hall on the LU campus, until the new store opens up. We hope to see you soon!

STARS is back this fall with in-person workshops to provide tools and techniques to stay focused, organized, stress management and succeed from day one until finals. Starting August 28, join us every Thursday from 12:30 -1:30 p.m. in the Morris Hall Media Room. Learn more and see full listing 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.

LU Green Squad revitalizes sustainability efforts on campus

Environmental science senior named ÐßÐßÊÓƵ University First-Gen Student of the Month

Taylor-ed Tuesday teaches students how to dress for success