鶹Ƶ News site://_University - news -URL-www.lamar.edu-news-and-events/index Keep up with what’s happening at 鶹Ƶ in Texas with the college’s news page and take a look at the university’s calendar for upcoming events. en-us Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:59 -0500 Cascade Server Lamar Opera Theatre to stage Mozart’s ‘The Marriage of Figaro’ /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-opera-theatre-to-stage-mozarts-the-marriage-of-figaro.html Lamar Opera Theatre will present Le Nozze di Figaro, a comedic opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, on April 24 at 鶹Ƶ, featuring student performers in a free public performance. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-opera-theatre-to-stage-mozarts-the-marriage-of-figaro.html Music professor publishes article, shares teaching strategies nationwide /news-and-events/news/2026/04/music-professor-publishes-article-shares-teaching-strategies-nationwide.html Dr. Jennifer Iles, a music faculty member at 鶹Ƶ, is advancing music education through a national publication and invited presentations that emphasize effective practice strategies, student growth, and accessible teaching resources. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/music-professor-publishes-article-shares-teaching-strategies-nationwide.html David J. Beck Fellowship sends three aspiring healthcare professionals into advanced research /news-and-events/news/2026/04/david-j-beck-fellowship-sends-three-aspiring-healthcare-professionals-into-advanced-research.html Three 鶹Ƶ students have been named David J. Beck Fellows, earning full scholarships and funding to pursue advanced research projects in healthcare and science fields this summer. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/david-j-beck-fellowship-sends-three-aspiring-healthcare-professionals-into-advanced-research.html 鶹Ƶ announces 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award honorees /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-university-announces-2026-distinguished-alumni-award-honorees.html 鶹Ƶ has named four alumni as its 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients, recognizing their professional achievements, leadership and contributions to their communities, with honorees to be celebrated at a June 5 ceremony. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-university-announces-2026-distinguished-alumni-award-honorees.html Theatre and Dance to present ‘Dance Unleashed’ concert /news-and-events/news/2026/04/theatre-and-dance-to-present-dance-unleashed-concert.html 鶹Ƶ’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present its annual “Dance Unleashed” concert April 24–25 at 7:30 p.m., with an additional 2 p.m. matinee April 25 in the University Theatre. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/theatre-and-dance-to-present-dance-unleashed-concert.html College of Business hosts DBA in Energy Management program launch /news-and-events/news/2026/04/college-of-business-hosts-dba-in-energy-management-program-launch.html 鶹Ƶ launched a new Doctorate in Business Administration in Energy Management program designed for working professionals in the energy sector, emphasizing applied research, industry relevance, and Southeast Texas’ role as a global energy hub. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/college-of-business-hosts-dba-in-energy-management-program-launch.html Student filmmakers to premiere work at Jefferson Theatre /news-and-events/news/2026/04/student-filmmakers-to-premiere-work-at-jefferson-theatre.html The Department of Communication and Media will host its Student Film Showcase on Thursday, April 23 at the Jefferson Theatre. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/student-filmmakers-to-premiere-work-at-jefferson-theatre.html Exercise science team wins first at TACSM Student Bowl, advances to nationals /news-and-events/news/2026/04/exercise-science-team-wins-first-at-tacsm-student-bowl-advances-to-nationals.html A 鶹Ƶ exercise science team won the Texas ACSM Student Bowl against more than 40 competitors, earning a spot at the national competition in Salt Lake City. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/exercise-science-team-wins-first-at-tacsm-student-bowl-advances-to-nationals.html 鶹Ƶ names 20 Presidential, Southeast Texas Legends Scholars /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-university-names-20-presidential-southeast-texas-legends-scholars.html 鶹Ƶ has selected 20 high-achieving students as Presidential and Southeast Texas Legends Scholars for the 2026–27 academic year. Thu, 9 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/lamar-university-names-20-presidential-southeast-texas-legends-scholars.html Sociology senior named First-Gen Student of the Month /news-and-events/news/2026/04/sociology-senior-named-first-gen-student-of-the-month.html 鶹Ƶ has named William Hatter as its First-Generation Student of the Month for April, recognizing his academic achievements and leadership as a first-generation college student.  Wed, 8 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 /news-and-events/news/2026/04/sociology-senior-named-first-gen-student-of-the-month.html