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September 21, 2026
Â鶹ÊÓƵ has been nationally recognized for the second consecutive year as one of the best colleges to work for, according to the Great Colleges to Work For® program.
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Home to more than 18,000 students, Â鶹ÊÓƵ (LU) is full of incredible stories worth telling. Listen each week as we showcase all of the great things happening with LU faculty, staff, students and alumni and learn more about the events, activities, programs, and research that make up the moments at LU.
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October 09, 2026
Â鶹ÊÓƵ (LU) and its affiliated Texas State University System institutions in Southeast Texas have announced the 2026 recipients of the Julie and Ben Rogers Community Service Award, recognizing four faculty and staff members whose service extends beyond their campuses and into the communities they serve.
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Student Life
August 28, 2026
Â鶹ÊÓƵ students kicked off the 2026 football season with a Friday pep rally and student organization showcase before Saturday’s home opener against Abilene Christian.
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Community
October 07, 2026
Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Red Day 2026 raised $289,750, marking a record-breaking year for the university’s annual day of giving.
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Arts and Culture
October 02, 2026
Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music will host a monthlong lineup of free October performances featuring faculty, student ensembles, guest artists, jazz and opera.
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