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Lion Statue Finds New Home at Alumni Center
If you’ve strolled past the Alumni Center lately, you’ve likely noticed a beautiful concrete lion gleaming proudly in the sun. The statue is a recent gift from alumni Russell and Christie Honeycutt of Rockwall, Texas.

East Texas A&M Robotics Team Builds Success Through Skill and Teamwork
Currently ranked number one in Texas, Lion Pride Robotics is quickly establishing itself as one of the top programs in the state, and beyond.

ETAMU Music Faculty Member Gives Piano Concert at National Music Museum
East Texas A&M University’s Dr. Luis Sanchez wowed audiences with a guest performance at the National Music Museum in Vermillion, South Dakota, on March 6.

East Texas A&M Rodeo Gears Up for Historic First Event in New Spur Expo
Nearly 400 riders will converge on Commerce next weekend as East Texas A&M University’s Rodeo Team hosts its first-ever event in the new Spur Expo.

East Texas A&M Student Lands Internship with the Texas Rangers
If you head to a Texas Rangers game this season, you might spot a familiar Lion behind the scenes. Ruby Blaylock, an Honors College senior at East Texas A&M University, has earned a competitive internship with the Major League Baseball club.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

East Texas A&M Recognized Among Top A&M System Schools in U.S. News Online Program Rankings
East Texas A&M stood strong alongside fellow Texas A&M University System institutions in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings of online programs.

Jacobie, Randma Set Records at A&M Indoor Meet
Two East Texas A&M Lion Track and Field student-athletes set new records at the Charlie Thomas Invitational, hosted by Texas A&M University on Feb. 7 and 8.

ET Student Breaks Barriers as First Lion Participant in System-Wide Washington D.C. Internship Program
Da’Mya Walker, a political science major at East Texas A&M, is spending the semester in Washington, D.C. through the Public Policy Scholars Program.

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.

East Texas A&M Receives $8 Million Gift from Rene’ Griffin, Largest in University History
East Texas A&M University is proud to announce a historic $8 million gift from alumnus Rene’ Griffin, marking the largest single philanthropic contribution in the history of ETAMU.