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Building Connections Across Generations: East Texas A&M Dedicates McCord Family Alumni Center
The revitalized McCord Family Alumni Center offers an inviting space where alumni, students, and the entire Lion community can come together to connect and collaborate.

Ready to Transfer? East Texas A&M Opens Doors on Oct. 21
East Texas A&M University will host a Transfer Decision Day on Oct. 21 to help transfer students sign up to continue their education.

It’s a Girl! ‘Rita’ Gives Birth to First Calf to Kickstart ETAMU’s Registered Angus Herd
A new four-legged bundle of joy appeared at the East Texas A&M University Farm last week, as “Rita,” the university’s recently purchased Angus cow, gave birth to a healthy calf.

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.

ETAMU Ranks Among the Top Nursing, Engineering, and Social Mobility Programs in U.S. News & World Report 2025
The 2025 U.S. News rankings showcase ETAMU’s dedication to quality programs, affordability, and life-changing opportunities for students.

Plano ISD Board Approves Electrical Engineering Academy Partnership with East Texas A&M University
Plano ISD entered an agreement with East Texas A&M to launch a new Electrical Engineering Academy, starting in the 2026-2027 school year.

ETAMU Student’s Research Published in State Historical Journal
East Texas A&M University student Aubrey Watkins recently had her research published in "Touchstone," a collegiate academic journal produced by the Texas State Historical Association's Walter Prescott Webb Historical Society.

School of Music Inviting Prospective Students to Live the Life of a ‘Lion For a Day’
The School of Music at East Texas A&M aims to give future students a taste of the Lion experience with its “Lion For a Day” program.

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.

The Lions Reserve: A Premier Fundraising Event for Student Success
The Lions' Reserve proved to be more than an evening of fine wine and hors d'oeuvres. The event hosted by East Texas A&M University raised more than $30,000 to support student scholarships and university programs.

Alums Give Students Valuable Insights into Career-Building at ‘How I Found My Career’ Panel Discussion
Three Lion alums dispensed wisdom and took questions from attendees at a recent event titled "How I Found My Career," hosted by the Office of Student Career Preparedness at East Texas A&M University.

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.

Why U.S. Police Training Is Under Fire—And How East Texas A&M’s Evidence-Based Academy Sets a New Standard
As questions grow around recruit deaths in the U.S., East Texas A&M is showing how evidence-based training can build strong law enforcement officers without breaking them.

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.

Lions Enjoy Afternoon with the Rangers on ETAMU Day
East Texas A&M University students, employees, alumni and friends had an afternoon full of fun at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas on ETAMU Day, hosted by the Texas Rangers.

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.

ETAMU’s University Gallery Hosting International Artist Exhibition
The University Gallery at East Texas A&M University is pleased to announce our latest exhibition, "Dan Jian: Library of Partial Things."

Big Changes Sprouting Up at University’s Twin Oaks Farm
The upcoming academic year should be an eventful one at East Texas A&M University’s Twin Oaks Farm for Experiential Learning, with several new crops and opportunities for education and community engagement taking root.

Pair of Honors College Students Gain Valuable Knowledge Through Research, Internship
Two students in the Honors College at East Texas A&M University have gained valuable experience and insights through a transformative internship at Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico.

All Lions All-In Pass for 2025-26 Academic Year Now on Sale
East Texas A&M University has announced that the All Lions All-In Pass for the 2025-26 academic year is now on sale.