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Bill Martin Jr Symposium Celebrates 20 Years of Literacy, Learning and Legacy

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at East Texas A&M hosted the 20th annual Bill Martin Jr Memorial Symposium, honoring the life and legacy of one of America’s most beloved children’s authors.
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East Texas A&M Graduate Finds Career Success at Children’s Health-Dallas

Keondra Jones, a recent graduate of the Master of Science in Healthcare Leadership program at East Texas A&M University, has secured a role as a project manager in information services at Children’s Health-Dallas
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ETAMU Alumnus Named RISD Elementary Teacher of the Year

Richardson Independent School District named East Texas A&M alumnus Dylan Kirk both a Superior Teaching Achievements in RISD Schools (STARS) Teacher and the 2025 RISD Elementary Teacher of the Year.
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ETAMU Student, Alums Shine at International Equine Competition

East Texas A&M University’s Tim Smith and Florence Bryant competed well and took home accolades from the 20th annual National Snaffle Bit Association World Show.
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Lion Athletics Unveils 2025 Hall of Fame Class

East Texas A&M University has announced the 2025 Lion Athletics Hall of Fame class, with the induction ceremony set for October 11.
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East Texas A&M Alumnus Named General Manager of Maverik Center

East Texas A&M University alumnus Jeff Davis has been named general manager of the Maverik Center in West Valley City, Utah.
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Alumna Retires After Decades of Child Advocacy Leadership

After more than three decades of service in child protection and advocacy, East Texas A&M alumna Irish Burch has announced her retirement.
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East Texas A&M Alumnus Named Dean of TJC North

Adam Palacios, a graduate of East Texas A&M University, has been named dean of Tyler Junior College North (TJC North) in Lindale.
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World-Renowned Artist & Alum’s Artwork Featured in Texas Art Museum

Artwork by Lion Alumna Robyn O'Neil was recently acquired for display by the McNay Art Museum in San Antonio, Texas.
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Lion Alum Starring as Titular Character in Shakespeare Dallas’ Production of ‘Othello’

Alum Henry Okigbo is leading the cast of Shakespeare Dallas' latest production of "Othello," which is currently running until July 20.
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Recent ETAMU Music Graduate Wins National Competition

East Texas A&M University alum and percussionist DJ Talbot recently took first place at the Black Swamp Percussion Solo & Ensemble Showcase.
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East Texas A&M Alumnus Named Seguin ISD Superintendent

Dr. Jack Lee, a 2020 graduate of East Texas A&M University’s Ed.D. in Educational Administration program, has been named the lone finalist for superintendent of Seguin ISD.
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Lion Alumna Featured in Dallas Observer for Former Athlete Advocacy

The Dallas Observer newspaper recently published a profile on East Texas A&M University alumna Acheil Tac.

A Lambskin Legacy: What a 19th-Century Diploma Reveals About East Texas A&M’s Early Days

An alumnus recently discovered a rare diploma from 1897 and brought it back to East Texas A&M. The artifact provides a fascinating glimpse into the earliest days of our university.
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Paris Police Department Swears in East Texas A&M Graduate

East Texas A&M University’s Law Enforcement Training Academy (AMLETA) celebrates another successful graduate as Austin Garrison was sworn in as a new officer with the Paris Police Department.
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Photography Alum and National Academy Director Publishes New Book

A Lion Alum recently published a book examining the dynamic relationship between contemporary art and scientific inquiry.
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ETAMU Adjunct Professor Desiree Stephens Featured in Voyage Dallas Interview

Dr. Desiree Stephens, adjunct professor of counseling at East Texas A&M University, was recently featured in Voyage Dallas, a regional publication known for spotlighting the stories of local entrepreneurs, creatives and community leaders.
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Alum to Lead Prestigious Percussion Research Center

ETAMU alum Dr. Andrew Veit was recently named the new managing director for the Wells-Rapp Center for Mallet Percussion Research at Kutztown University.
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East Texas A&M Alum Lands Position Working For U.S. Congress

East Texas A&M University alum Emau Stephen Petaia has been appointed to the position of digital engagement manager for United States Congresswoman Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen.

East Texas A&M Alum Named Plano ISD Principal

Jean Laswell, a 2007 graduate from East Texas A&M University, has been named the first-ever principal of the newly established Plano ISD Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center.
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