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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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ETAMU Nursing Simulation Lab Brings Patient Care to Life

Nursing students gain hands-on experience in a realistic simulation lab designed to prepare them for patient care in hospitals and other healthcare facilities, offering a variety of medical scenarios.
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Campus Roars to Life with Activity to Begin Fall 2026 Semester

Thousands of students arrived on campus over the last two weeks and a whole host of events were held as the Fall 2026 semester got underway at East Texas A&M.
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ETAMU Celebrates Grand Opening of Expanded Morris Recreation Center

Faculty, staff and community members came together to be a part of the ribbon cutting, facility tours and fun, as the Rec Center doors opened with a new shine.
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ETAMU Supporters Aim to Fund Impactful Gamebird Research at Inaugural Clay Shoot Fundraiser

More than $250,000 was raised at East Texas A&M's inaugural Lyon Center Clay Shoot to support northern bobwhite quail research.
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East Texas A&M Bookstore Sees Refreshed Identity Under New Follett Management

The on-campus bookstore at East Texas A&M University is under new management after the university entered into an agreement with Follett Higher Education this summer.
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Community Invited to Explore Expanded Morris Recreation Center at Grand Opening Aug. 24

Explore the expanded Jerry D. Morris Recreation Center at ETAMU during its grand opening, featuring tours, refreshments and more.
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East Texas A&M Partners with Weatherford College to Create Seamless Pathway for Organizational Leadership Students

Students in Weatherford College’s Organizational Leadership program now have a clearer path toward a graduate degree at East Texas A&M University following a new partnership.
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University Police Charity Golf Tournament Raises $16,000 for Student Disability Services

ETAMU University Police donated $16,000 to Student Disability Services after a successful charity golf tournament supporting student success.
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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.
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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.
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Community College Students Tackle Real-World Challenges Through Summer Research at East Texas A&M

Community college students spent the summer conducting chemistry research alongside East Texas A&M faculty and will present their findings at the university's REU Symposium on Aug. 6.
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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.
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ETAMU’s Urban and Sustainable Agriculture Program Featured in New Promotional Video

In the latest installment of East Texas A&M University’s “Beyond the Lab” video series, focusing on research activity at the university, the Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems program takes center stage.
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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.
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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.
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