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East Texas A&M Professor Leads Statewide Project Highlighting Women in Texas History

To honor Women’s History Month, East Texas A&M celebrates a decade of the work of Dr. Jessica Brannon-Wranosky, who serves as founding project director for the “Handbook of Texas Women.”
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World-Renowned Percussionist Michael Burritt Performs with ETAMU Students

Students in the School of Music at ETAMU performed alongside one of the world’s leading percussionists as Michael Burritt joined the university’s percussion program for a special guest residency and concert.
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Documentary Directed by Lion Alum Premieres at Major L.A. Film Festival

A documentary directed by an East Texas A&M University alum detailing the damage, impact and community resurgence following the devastating Eaton Fire recently premiered at the Pan African Film Festival in Los Angeles.
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Finance Society Workshop Helps Students Stand Out Through Skills-First Hiring and Storytelling

Students in the East Texas A&M University College of Business are gaining a clearer edge in today’s job market by learning how to communicate what employers are increasingly prioritizing: real, demonstrable skills.
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Jacobie Qualifies for NCAA Indoor National Championships, First Lion to Qualify for Division I Postseason

East Texas A&M University track and field jumper Jenneil Jacobie is set to make history as she is the first Lion to qualify for an NCAA National Championships event in the Division I era.
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Lion Pride Robotics Qualifies for VEX U World Championship

After a dominant performance at the VEX U tournament in Houston, ETAMU's Lion Pride Robotics team is headed to compete in the world championship in St. Louis.
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Region’s Premier Agricultural Education Facility ‘The Spur Expo’ Officially Opens at East Texas A&M

East Texas A&M University is transforming agricultural education in Northeast Texas with the opening of “The Spur Expo,” a brand-new multipurpose agricultural educational facility and arena located just south of the main campus in Commerce, Texas.
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Money Management Center’s Transition Highlights University Commitment to Student-Ready Support

ETAMU’s Money Management Center is reshaping how students access financial support on campus through its transition to the Student Success Center.
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Dell Representatives Showcase Various Innovations at ETAMU ‘AI Day’

Four employees of Dell Technologies visited East Texas A&M University last week to present on several topics surrounding artificial intelligence, or AI, to students, faculty and staff.
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East Texas A&M Welcomes Phantom the Therapy Dog to Support Student Mental Health

East Texas A&M University has welcomed Phantom, a retired service animal, as its newest source of emotional support for students.
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ETAMU Planetarium Celebrates 20 Years of Inspiring Exploration

East Texas A&M welcomed around 450 visitors to campus to celebrate the anniversary of the university’s Planetarium at the McFarland Science Building.
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COB Alumnus Named as East Dallas Market President at Blue Sky Bank

East Texas A&M University’s College of Business is proud to celebrate alumnus Chris Shaw on his appointment to East Dallas Market President at Blue Sky Bank,
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The Sports Facilities Companies Expands Partnership with East Texas A&M to Manage New Agricultural Center Alongside Event Center

The Sports Facilities Companies has expanded its partnership with East Texas A&M to include management of the university's new Agricultural Multipurpose Education and Training Center.
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Braxton Keith to Headline Spur Expo Grand Opening at East Texas A&M

Rising country music star Braxton Keith is bringing his Texas-rooted country sound to Commerce as East Texas A&M celebrates the grand opening of the new on-campus agricultural multipurpose center.
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East Texas A&M Celebrates Topping Out of Rene’ Griffin Event Center

East Texas A&M University marked a significant milestone on Tuesday, February 17, with a topping out ceremony for the new Rene' Griffin Event Center.
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Counseling Professor LaVelle Hendricks Named 2026 Addictions Educator of the Year

Dr. LaVelle Hendricks has been named the first recipient of the 2026 Peter Bell Premier Addictions Educator of the Year Award by the Museum of African American Addictions, Treatment and Recovery.
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East Texas A&M Alum Receives Prestigious Outstanding Programmer Award

ETAMU alum Telvin James has been honored by NACA with the Patsy Morley Award for his student‑centered approach to campus programming.
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Dalavai–Raulston Conference Room Dedicated at East Texas A&M University-Dallas

Dr. Emmanuel and Julie Dalavai of Dallas—with their extended families—were honored Monday during a dedication ceremony at East Texas A&M University-Dallas in recognition of their generous gift to the university.
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Public Administration Instructor Justin Weiss Receives TCMA Statewide Award

Justin Weiss, instructor in public administration and city planning at East Texas A&M University, has been named the 2026 Academician of the Year.
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ETAMU Adds Elite King Ranch Cattle to University Herd

ETAMU’s cattle herd got a significant upgrade recently as the university accepted delivery of 30 American Cruz heifers from the King Ranch elite herd.
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