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Date(s): Tuesday, Nov. 3 through Friday, Nov. 13
Location: Dade Phelan Building, Room 113 or via Teams

Join LU CITL for Fix Your Content Week, Nov. 3-13. Learn how to improve course accessibility with hands-on support, then join the global Fix Your Content Day on Nov. 10. Every fix counts toward a more accessible learning experience for all. More information can be found here.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 3, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Rothwell Recital Hall

The Â鶹ÊÓƵ Percussion Ensemble is presenting their first concert of the academic year, featuring music that has been inspired by the minimalist movement. This event is free and open to the public, and no ticket is required.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 9 a.m. - Noon & 1 - 4 p.m.
Location: Reaud Executive Event Space

The Office of Marketing Communications will be offering free professional headshots for all faculty and staff on Wednesday, November 4 from 9 a.m to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. in the Executive Event Space on the first floor of the Wayne A. Reaud Building. No appointment is necessary.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Virtual on

Make time to unwind with Stressless, the final Buena Vida challenge of 2026. This challenge is designed to help build a daily habit of activities that help you manage stress and support your well-being. See the HR Events page for more details.

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: Thursday, Nov. 5, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Landes Auditorium

Join us for an exciting Exploring Our Academic Programs event. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our academic offerings, including Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence, Management Information Systems, Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Analytics & Artificial Intelligence, and Master of Science in Healthcare Analytics. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore student internship opportunities, learn about potential career paths, and discover how these programs can help prepare them for success in today's evolving job market.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 5, 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 108

If you have submitted an abstract with your research at the 13th Annual O.U.R. Fall Conference (extended deadline is Oct. 30th) and will give a talk at the podium or present a poster, then please join us for an informative workshop that gives you hints and ideas for a successful presentation.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 5, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual on Zoom

Do you stutter? Looking for community and support? Join the Â鶹ÊÓƵ NSA chapter to connect with others who “get it.” Share experiences, meet new people, and find a welcoming space for conversation, connection, and encouragement. More information can be found here.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 5, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: LU Intramural Field

Hot Card Walks promote movement, mindfulness, and community for all Cardinals. Get walking while you meet people, listen to a podcast, practice gratitude, or anything that gets you feeling positive and confident. Students can win fun prizes! More information can be found .

Date: Friday, Nov. 6, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Reaud Executive Event Space

Dr. Alison Fields will discuss John Sayles's acclaimed Texas film Lone Star (1996), marking the 30th anniversary of its release. The film uses the backdrop of a border town murder-mystery to examine themes of national, generational, and personal borders and the ways communities enforce those divisions. More information can be found here.

Date: Friday, Nov. 6, 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Jefferson Theatre (345 Fannin Street, Beaumont)

The historic Jefferson Theatre will screen John Sayles's acclaimed Texas film Lone Star (1996). Dr. Alison Fields will introduce the movie. Lamar students with a valid ID receive free admission. More information can be found here.

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

The McNair Scholars Research Symposium is an event open to all academic disciplines and offers a platform for undergraduate students to share their research. Scholars will be presenting their research findings from various programs. Learn more here.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 11, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

The purpose of this event is to honor all military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. There will be a digital presentation of LU student, staff, faculty, and alumni veterans featured. The event is free and open to the community.

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

Build confidence working with data in this interactive session. Learn practical skills in data quality, security, privacy, ethics, sharing, and responsible AI. Discover how these concepts connect to Lamar’s Data Literacy Badges. Scan the QR code or register here to reserve your spot.​

Join us at for Heroes Weekend as the Â鶹ÊÓƵ football team takes on undefeated Stephen F. Austin. Help us recognize and celebrate the military members, first responders, healthcare professionals, and community heroes who make a difference every day. Be part of a special game day as the Cardinals compete in an exciting Southland Conference matchup! Stop by Cardinal Lane before the game for tailgating starting at 11 a.m. on the Plummer Lawn!

For more information, or to purchase tickets today, visit . 

Go Big Red!

Listen in to this week's  as we sit down with Alexia Read and Araceli Jasso to discuss Cardinal View 2026, LU's largest open house event coming up on Saturday, Nov. 7. 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.

Audiological and speech therapy services available to faculty, staff, and students. All you need is your Lamar ID. The audiology clinic provides full hearing evaluations, auditory processing testing, and ear impressions for ear protection. The speech therapy clinic provides speech, language, stutter, and other services. Visit here for more information.

The Center for Academic Success (CAS) will relocate from the Communication Building to the second floor of the Mary and John Gray Library, beginning Friday, Nov. 6. In preparation for this move, the CAS administrative office will be closed Nov. 4–10. This relocation reflects CAS’s continued growth and expanding range of academic support and enrichment programs. In the meantime and until students are approved to utilize the Mary & John Gray Library for appointments and study, scheduled tutoring and academic coaching appointments will be conducted in Galloway 140. For questions, contact (409) 880-7202 or cas@lamar.edu.

Pulse Literary Magazine is now accepting student submissions for the 2027 issue. Open from Oct. 14 through Dec. 16, 2026. Categories: poetry, poetry in translation, prose (short fiction), scholarly essays, creative nonfiction, and original art for cover. $100 scholarship for the winning submission in each category.

Deadline to give: Sunday, Nov. 15, 11:59 p.m.

Give to the KVLU Fall Giving Campaign by Sunday, Nov. 15 at 11:59 p.m. for automatic entry into the Fall Giveaway of a Bluetooth Record Player Turntable with Stereo Speaker, Radio, and more, courtesy of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ College of Business, building future leaders in Southeast Texas. Visit kvlu.org today!

Flu season is here! Protect yourself and those around you with an annual flu shot. Visit an in-network provider, pharmacy, or retail clinic at no out-of-pocket cost. More information can be found here.

Faculty and staff feedback is welcome on a proposed policy on hourly student workers (hiring process, enrollment requirements, etc.).

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 .

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 LU Weekly Update newsletter.

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