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Spooky Surprises Await at East Texas A&M’s Fright Hike

Enjoy haunted hikes, campfire s’mores and Halloween fun at East Texas A&M’s free Fright Hike, Oct. 28–30. Open to all—registration required.
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Potential Students Get Firsthand Look at Lion Life During Mane Event

Hundreds of guests visited the East Texas A&M University campus last weekend to meet with faculty, explore housing, get important questions answered and discover what being Lion Made is all about at the Mane Event preview day on Saturday, Oct. 17.
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Community Invited to Salute Those Who Served at 36th Annual ETAMU Veterans Vigil

East Texas A&M University’s yearly tradition of honoring our nation’s veterans continues, as the 36th annual Veterans Vigil is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Rayburn Student Center.
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New Student-Created Mural Represents ETAMU’s Culture and Community

A new student-created mural in the Rayburn Student Center showcases the culture, community and experiences that define student life on campus.
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East Texas A&M Announces State-Certified AI Awareness Training Program

East Texas A&M University has earned state certification for its Ethical AI Literacy in Higher Education program, positioning the university as a leader in responsible AI training for faculty and staff.
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ETAMU Theatre Kicks off 2026-27 Season with ‘The Aliens’

The Department of Theatre and the University Playhouse at East Texas A&M officially begin the 2026-27 performance season with "The Aliens," a play by Annie Baker.
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Lion Spirit on Full Display During ETAMU’s Annual Homecoming Week

Campus was abuzz with activity and students, employees, alumni and friends of the university all gathered in Commerce to celebrate East Texas A&M University’s Homecoming last week.
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What is the Field of Human Services? Dr. Rusty Fox Explains

Learn how ETAMU’s Human Services degree can build practical helping skills and prepare students for careers and graduate study in counseling.
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East Texas A&M Fair Connects Undergraduates With Graduate and Professional Schools

The TACRAO graduate and professional school fair helped undergraduate students explore programs, admissions and funding opportunities.
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Graduate School Welcomes New Doctoral Students During Annual Doc Day

The Graduate School's annual Doc Day brought doctoral students together with faculty and staff for a day of connection, preparation and community building.
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Engineering and Technology Launches Digital Badges to Showcase Student Skills

ETAMU Engineering and Technology students can earn digital badges through Suitable to showcase academic excellence and career-ready skills.
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Competency-Based Education Enrollment Jumps 14% at East Texas A&M

Enrollment in ETAMU’s CBE programs is booming, increasing nearly 14% over last year as more working adults seek flexible pathways to degrees and career advancement.
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East Texas A&M Ranks No. 1 in A&M System for Social Mobility

ETAMU is among the nation’s leading universities for advancing social mobility, according to the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings.
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East Texas A&M University Celebrates Record High Enrollment

More students are experiencing the difference a Lion education makes than ever before, as East Texas A&M University posted its highest semester enrollment numbers of all time.
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Lions Planning to Make Their Voices Heard Following Voter Registration Rally

East Texas A&M University students are prepared to perform their civic duty in upcoming elections following a voter registration rally in the Rayburn Student Center on September 15.
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Career Panel Shows Students There Is No Single Path to Success

Students at East Texas A&M University heard firsthand how careers can take unexpected turns during the “How I Found My Career” panel on Sept. 15.
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Lion Community Showcased for Parents at Annual Family Weekend

East Texas A&M University recently welcomed parents, guardians and loved ones of Lion students at its annual Family Weekend event on Sept. 11 and 12.
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East Texas A&M Named Among TIME’s Top 500 Colleges

East Texas A&M University made the inaugural list of TIME’s America’s Best Colleges of 2026-2027, earning a place among 500 institutions included in the publication’s first national ranking.
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Lions Roar in Arlington at 2026 ETAMU Day with the Texas Rangers

Last Sunday, East Texas A&M University students, employees and alumni gathered at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, for an afternoon taking in America’s pastime on “ETAMU Day.”
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ETAMU Launching Groundbreaking New Bachelor’s Programs to Address Statewide Teacher Shortage

ETAMU is launching two new competency-based bachelor’s degree programs that allow students to earn a degree while completing teacher certification requirements in a single program.
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