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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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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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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 Faculty Member Steps into MAC3 President Role

Arthur Lumzy Jr., was selected for a new leadership role within MAC3, recognizing his long-standing service and impact in advancing career readiness.
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ETAMU Staff Member Steps into Regional Leadership Role with NACADA

Alyssa Coats has been appointed interim Region 7 chair for NACADA, representing and supporting advisors across Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.
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Award-Winning Interactive Maps Showcase East Texas A&M’s History and Identity

East Texas A&M University earned the 2025 Interactive Map Partner Award for its creative virtual campus tours and innovative digital storytelling.
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A Career of Curiosity and Commitment: Henley Named Regents Professor

Longtime psychology educator Dr. Tracy B. Henley honored for transformative teaching, research and mentorship.
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The Galaxy’s Most Common Stars May Be Missing a Key Ingredient for Life: Long-Lived Moons

New ETAMU study shows moons around the planets of M-dwarf stars vanish quickly, offering insights into which worlds might support life.
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History Faculty Member Elected to Leadership Role with National Organization

Associate Professor Mylynka Cardona, Ph.D., was recently elected vice president and president-elect of the Society for the History of Discoveries.
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A Meme About Nothing: Professor Featured in Washington Post Article on Viral ‘6–7’ Meme

East Texas A&M University Professor Salvatore Attardo, Ph.D, was recently featured in a Washington Post article discussing the linguistics and origin of the trending “6-7” meme.
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CASNR Dean Named to National Public University Committee, University to Host Annual Conference

CASNR Dean Dr. Bryan Rank was recently appointed to the board of directors of the Non Land-Grant Agriculture and Renewable Resources Universities committee.
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Art Faculty Interviewed for CNN Article on Resurgence of Cowboy Fashion

Associate Professor of Art History and University Gallery Director Melynda Seaton, Ph.D., was featured in a CNN article discussing the recent rise of cowboy and western fashion in America.
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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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Ag Faculty Recognized with AAAE Outstanding Teacher Award

ETAMU Mayo Professor Dr. Bob Williams was recently honored with the Western Region Outstanding Teacher Award by the American Association for Agricultural Education.
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Growing the Future: How ETAMU Faculty Aim to Transform Urban Agriculture Through Hydroponics

Inside the greenhouses at East Texas A&M University, a new kind of farming is taking shape, one that doesn't require soil, takes up only a fraction of the space and could help feed the growing cities of tomorrow.
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ETAMU Faculty Receives 2025-2027 Texas OER Grant

Dr. Flavia Belpoliti, associate professor and director of Spanish graduate studies at East Texas A&M University, recently received a grant worth more than $16,000 to develop course curricula based on Open Educational Resources.

How East Texas A&M’s Dual Credit Program is Helping High School Students Earn College Degrees Faster

For graduates like Blake Roten, East Texas A&M's Dual Credit Program is a launchpad to a college degree and a fulfilling career.
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AgriLife Agent and ETAMU Instructor Awarded County Agent of the Year

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension agent and East Texas A&M University Adjunct Instructor Dr. David Drake was recently recognized as the 2025 Texas Wheat County Agent of the Year by the Texas Wheat Producers Board.
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East Texas A&M Professor Contributes to Major Discovery of Planet Candidate in Nearby Star System

A newly accepted scientific paper involving ETAMU's Dr. Billy Quarles, an assistant professor of physics and astronomy, details the possible discovery of a planet orbiting Alpha Centauri A.
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Piano Faculty Judging Prestigious International Competition

Dr. Luis Sanchez, professor of music at East Texas A&M University, was invited to serve as a panelist for the 2025 Rubato International Piano Competition
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