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ETAMU Summer 2026 Graduates Take Center Stage
East Texas A&M University celebrated hundreds of students as they culminated their academic efforts at Summer 2026 commencement ceremonies last weekend.

Protecting the Future of Food: ETAMU Student Making a Difference During Prestigious Internship at Boyce Thompson Institute
East Texas A&M University student Benecio Sandoval is helping to solve global food challenges through a prestigious summer internship with the Boyce Thompson Institute in Ithaca, New York, one of the world's most respected independent research institutions in plant and molecular science.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

East Texas A&M Appoints Research Leader to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth
Dr. Mustafa Mashal will lead the university’s next phase of research growth following its R2 designation.

Dr. Elizabeth Janzen Makes Debut as ETAMU School of Music Director
A new maestra is taking the podium at the East Texas A&M University School of Music.

New Epidemiology Program Aims to Prepare Students to Track Disease and Improve Community Health
East Texas A&M's new Master of Public Health in Epidemiology program offers specialized study in disease tracking, data analysis, applied learning and public health.

Two Lion Alumni Appointed to State Posts by Governor Abbott
A pair of East Texas A&M University graduates were recently appointed to state-level oversight positions by Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

$418 Million Impact: New Study Highlights East Texas A&M’s Role in Northeast Texas Economy
East Texas A&M University is keeping talent in Texas while generating millions of dollars for the Northeast Texas economy, according to a new economic impact study.

ETAMU Percussion Ensemble Wins Prestigious International Competition
The East Texas A&M University Percussion Ensemble stands on top of their discipline as one of three university winners of the Percussive Arts Society's International Percussion Ensemble Competition.

Robert E. Howard Scholars Gather as East Texas A&M Takes Helm of The Dark Man Journal
East Texas A&M launched a new era of The Dark Man journal with an international conference celebrating Robert E. Howard's literary legacy.

Two Lion Rodeo Cowgirls Compete for National Titles at CNFR
A pair of East Texas A&M University Rodeo team members look to continue the program's championship tradition as they compete at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) in Casper, Wyoming, from June 14-20.