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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.

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.
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Built on Belonging: The Life and Legacy Behind the Rene’ Griffin Event Center at East Texas A&M University

At their core, Rene' Griffin's story and the story of ET's new event center are about creating places where people belong.
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East Texas A&M Online Programs Ranked Among the Best in Texas and the Nation

East Texas A&M is making a name for itself in online education, earning national recognition from U.S. News & World Report.
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ET Alum Retiring Following Nearly Six Decades of Teaching

East Texas A&M University alum James “Larry” Story is finally hanging up his hat, retiring from teaching following a 59-year career at Tarrant County College.
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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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Governor Abbott Reappoints ETAMU Alum to Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

East Texas A&M alumna Dr. Sangeeta Singg will continue serving on the TSBEP, helping oversee licensure and ethical standards for psychologists in Texas.
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Jacobie named Southland Field Athlete of the Week

East Texas A&M University track and field student-athlete Jenneil Jacobie has been named the Southland Conference Women's Field Athlete of the Week.
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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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Campus Operations Update for 1-29-2026

The East Texas A&M University main campus and Dallas site are open on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, while all classes remain online.
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ETAMU President’s Gallery Showcasing Professor Emeritus’ Photography

The University Gallery at East Texas A&M University is pleased to announce Chaddy Dean Smith: A Retrospective.
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Status of Campus Operations for 1-28-2026

As weather conditions continue to improve, East Texas A&M University will adjust its operational status beginning Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
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Campus Operations Update for 1-27-2026

Due to adverse winter weather conditions and to help ensure the safety of our students, faculty, and staff, the East Texas A&M University main campus and Dallas site will continue to operate on a modified operational status on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
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Modified Campus Operations for 1-26-2026

Due to the adverse winter weather conditions and to help ensure the safety of our students, faculty, and staff, the East Texas A&M University main campus and Dallas site will be functioning in a modified operational status on Monday, January 26, 2026.
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King Named Co-SLC Football Student-Athlete of the Year, Three Selected to All-Academic team

East Texas A&M University senior linebacker Koby-Sebasyen King has been named a co-Southland Conference Football Student-Athlete of the Year.
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Historic Ferguson Building at ETAMU Celebrates 100 Years

ETAMU is home to many historic structures, but none can rival the legacy of the Ferguson Social Sciences Building, which celebrates its 100-year anniversary today, Jan. 16, 2026.
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Alum Wins Prestigious Dallas Half Marathon

Alumnus Sergio Mena Marcuello was one of the top competitors at the annual BMW Dallas Marathon, taking first place in the Men’s Half Marathon.
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Partnership with Indeed Job Search Academy to Power Student Job Search Skills

The Office of Student Career Preparedness has partnered with the Indeed Job Search Academy to provide students and alumni with expanded access to free, on-demand career development resources.
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Honors College Earns National “Partners in Peace” Designation

The Honors College at East Texas A&M University has been named a Partners in Peace institution by the National Collegiate Honors Council.
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Alum Tabbed to Lead Union Grove ISD as Next Superintendent

Alumnus Greg Bower was named the lone finalist for the position of superintendent of the Union Grove Independent School District.
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