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Date(s): Now through Sunday, Oct. 11

Register for TimelyCare Sept. 28 through Oct. 11 for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card! TimelyCare offers free 24/7 virtual mental health and wellness support for eligible LU students, including counseling, self-care tools, and health resources. Sign up at timelycare.com/lamar.

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: KVLU Radio Station

Students, staff and faculty are invited to an Open House to discover the people, programs, and behind-the-scenes operations of Â鶹ÊÓƵ's public radio station. Complimentary cookies and coffee and the first 20 guests will receive a free KVLU T-shirt!

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Room 120

Â鶹ÊÓƵ College of Education and Human Development Ambassadors, LSEA, and Signing Cardinals are giving students across campus the floor to share something they’re passionate about. Come present your best “Hear Me Out” presentation — or just stop by to watch, laugh, and see what everyone has to say.

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 30, Noon - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

Health Education is partnering with the American Association for Men in Nursing to provide students with information about prostate health and screenings. Stop by our tabling to look at models, pick up educational information, and snag a lapel pin to show your support for prostate cancer. More information about the event can be found .

Date: Thursday, Oct. 1, Noon - 2 p.m.
Location: Galloway Buiding, Room 102

Prep for the Career Fair! LU students can get resume feedback, sharpen their elevator pitch, explore the Career Closet, and learn career fair strategies with Enterprise Mobility. Workshops will take place every 30 minutes. Free Chick-fil-A and a T-shirt will be provided for participating students. More event information can be found .

Date: Thursday, Oct. 1, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Wayne A. Reaud Building, Executive Event Space

Dr. Demetrius W. Pearson will share his research on the long history of Black cowboys and cattle raisers of the SETX and Gulf regions. Some of the earliest ranching enterprises in Texas emerged in the tall grass prairies and coastal marshes of the region. Refreshments provided. Free and open to all. More information can be found here.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 1, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: The Quad

Get up and get walking while you meet people, listen to a podcast, practice gratitude, or anything that gets you feeling positive and confident. Join a monthly Hot Card Walk - you can win merch along the way! We'll have different prizes up for grabs after you walk a certain number of miles.

Date: Friday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m. - Noon
Location: Dishman Art Museum, Auditorium 101

Houston artist and Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumnus, Ken Mazzu, will give an overview of his art career in conjunction with his exhibition at the Dishman Art Museum, "Ken Mazzu: Wetlands."

Date: Friday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

During National Dental Hygiene Month and on , LU Health Education is teaming up with LIT's Dental Hygiene Clinic to educate students about dental health and help you make dental appointments.

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 6, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Your next opportunity starts here! Explore careers, meet recruiters, and discover opportunities across industries at the all-major Hire A Cardinal Career Expo. Current students and alumni are invited. Professional attire required. Free T-shirt for attending students. Visit for full details.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 7, Noon - 3 p.m.
Location: Mamie McFaddin Ward Health Sciences Building

JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing would like to invite all Pre-Nursing Students to a Fall 2026 Open House for an exciting afternoon of discovery and connection. Learn about our undergraduate program, meet faculty and current students, and tour our available resources.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 7, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, San Jacinto Room 218

Midterms are coming up! Stop by for a fun, hands-on exam session with practical tips and demonstrations with free Google tools to help you prep. Curious about AI or not convinced yet? You’re welcome, too. Come explore what’s useful, skip what isn’t, and enjoy refreshments and swag on us. More information can be found here.

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 head coach Ariel Apolinario and assistant coach Kiki Reyes to discuss all things Â鶹ÊÓƵ Volleyball. 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.

This October, learn practical strategies for managing stress and time effectively as you navigate midterms. Join the Center for Academic Success each Thursday from 1–1:30 p.m. in the Setzer Student Center – Cypress (Room 125/127) to build resilience, stay focused, and finish the semester strong. For more information and the full schedule, visit here.

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 $35, billable to your LU account. Call for an appointment today.

Deadline to submit: Wednesday, Sept. 30, 11:59 p.m.

The American Passport Grant covers the cost of a student's first U.S. passport, helping make study abroad and international experiences more accessible by reducing financial barriers to global travel.

Deadline to apply: Wednesday, Oct. 7, 11:59 p.m.

Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? (OΔK) applications are now open. Eligible students must have a 3.0+ GPA and demonstrate leadership in at least two of OΔK’s fvie areas. Create an account at my.odk.org to apply.

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.

All undergraduates from all academic areas who wish to conduct research this academic year are invited to prepare and submit a proposal for the U.R.G. program before Oct. 1, 2026. The U.R.G. guidelines for writing compelling proposals are available. A letter of intent can be submitted by Sep. 25. More information can be found 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: Wednesday, Sept. 30, 11:59 p.m.

Students, if you have an idea for a business or have a small business that you already run, we want to help you. We are giving away $500 to help start or grow your business ideas. Use this as an opportunity to get started today!

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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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