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Student Researchers Showcase Summer Discoveries at East Texas A&M REU Symposium
East Texas A&M students and community college participants showcased original chemistry, physics and astronomy research during the university's annual REU Symposium.

Assistant Professor Gains Valuable Insights into AI Use in Cybersecurity Education During Exclusive Fellowship
ETAMU Assistant Professor Ahmet Kurt recently completed a coveted six-week fellowship that equipped selected cybersecurity educators with hands-on AI tools, technical resources and mentorship to build modern curricula.

Taking a 13-Year Detour, East Texas A&M Alum Reflects on a Different Path to Success
Through East Texas A&M University's online Competency-Based Education (CBE) program, people like Tiffany Norman are returning to school years—and sometimes decades—later.

Your Old Electronics Could Help Power Tomorrow’s Technology
ETAMU researchers are developing a process to recover gallium from electronic waste, advancing semiconductor research while creating hands-on opportunities for chemistry students.

More than 700 Lions Earning Their Degrees this Weekend at ETAMU Graduation
Several hundred students will join the esteemed ranks of ETAMU alums at summer commencement ceremonies scheduled for August 7 and 8.

Department of Art to Host Traveling Exhibition Celebrating the Gentling Brothers’ Iconic Bird Art
The Art Department will host "Of Birds and Texas," a free traveling exhibition celebrating the acclaimed bird art and legacy of the Gentling brothers.

ETAMU Photography Student Featured in NASA Article on Impactful Interns
ETAMU photography major Morgan Gridley was recently featured in an article by NASA highlighting her work at the Johnson Space Center.

Lion Soccer Picked Second in Preseason Southland Poll
The East Texas A&M University soccer team is picked to finish second in the Southland Conference during the 2026 season as the conference unveiled the preseason conference poll on Thursday morning.

East Texas A&M Aligns Against New World Screwworm
During a meeting facilitated by East Texas A&M University’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, leading state and federal experts on the New World screwworm gave valuable insights into control efforts and how to prepare for potential cases.

Community College Students Tackle Real-World Challenges Through Summer Research at East Texas A&M
Community college students spent the summer conducting chemistry research alongside East Texas A&M faculty and will present their findings at the university's REU Symposium on Aug. 6.

Outdoor Enthusiasts Invited to Support Quail Research at Inaugural Clay Shoot
The Ted and Donna Lyon Center for Gamebird Research invites outdoor enthusiasts, alumni and community members to enjoy its inaugural Lyon Center Clay Shoot.

East Texas A&M Recognized Among Money’s Best Colleges for Value
ETAMU earned a 3.5-star rating in Money’s 2026 Best Colleges rankings, placing the university among a select group of institutions recognized for delivering a strong combination of quality, affordability and student outcomes.

2026 Season Kicked Off for Lion Football at Southland Opening Drive
The East Texas A&M University football team officially began its 2026 season on Tuesday with the Southland Conference Football Opening Drive, presented by Big Game USA, inside the George R. Brown Convention Center.

ETAMU VP Featured in Article Discussing A&M System Institutes’ Resources for Student Mental Health
Judy Sackfield, ETAMU vice president of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, spoke to the A&M System Regents' Committee on Academics and Student Affairs about the resources and responses to students’ mental health needs at ET.

Student Earns National Sigma Chi Consul of the Year Honor
East Texas A&M senior Jackson Benedetto has been named Sigma Chi's 2026 Consul of the Year, a national honor recognizing outstanding leadership among chapter presidents.

ETAMU’s Urban and Sustainable Agriculture Program Featured in New Promotional Video
In the latest installment of East Texas A&M University’s “Beyond the Lab” video series, focusing on research activity at the university, the Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems program takes center stage.

ETAMU Professor Says 2026 FIFA World Cup Is Transforming Soccer Culture in the U.S.
After attending four FIFA World Cup tournaments spanning more than 30 years, East Texas A&M professor Robert Rodriguez shares why this year's tournament marks a turning point for soccer in America.

Full 2026 Schedule Revealed for Lion Volleyball
East Texas A&M University volleyball coach Joe Morales announced the full 2026 season for the Lions on Thursday.

ETAMU Signs Articulation Agreement to Allow a Seamless Transition for Clarendon College Ag Students
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources recently signed an articulation agreement with Clarendon College, allowing students to transfer more easily to the Agribusiness degree program at ETAMU.

Counseling Professor Honored with Authors’ Park Recognition in Commerce
Dr. LaVelle Hendricks, professor of counseling at East Texas A&M University, has been named a 2026 Authors' Park Brick Recipient by the Commerce Public Library.