Campus and Community

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Home of the Lions: Memorial Stadium Celebrates 75 Years of History, Success

East Texas A&M University celebrated the 75th anniversary of Memorial Stadium in Fall 2025, highlighting its successes and memorable moments.
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From Potential to Profession: Teacher Career Fair Empowers Future Educators 

The recent teacher career fair hosted by Student Career Preparedness connected students with school districts to explore future teaching opportunities.
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Support That Matters: Lion Food Pantry and Lion Wardrobe Continue to Grow Their Impact

The Lion Food Pantry and Lion Wardrobe are two student-centered resources making a powerful difference in the lives of hundreds of students each week.

University Gallery Showcasing Faculty Talents at Biennial Exhibition

The Department of Art at ETAMU is pleased to announce the Art Faculty Biennial Exhibition, on view from November 17, 2025, to February 6, 2026, in The University Gallery.
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Pride Marching Band Showcases Its Talents for State Marching Contest Audience

The ETAMU Pride Marching Band recently wowed crowds with an exhilarating exhibition performance at the UIL 5A State Marching Contest.
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ETAMU to Host Southland Volleyball Tournament, Lions Facing SFA in Opening Match

The longest active streak of postseason appearances at ETAMU continues as the Lion Volleyball team has clinched a berth in the Southland Conference Tournament, which will be hosted right here in Commerce.
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Students Connect with Industry Leaders to Explore “The Future of Work in the Age of AI”

East Texas A&M recently hosted its first Industry Connect event in partnership with the Paris Economic Development Corporation, giving students look at how leading companies are using artificial intelligence to transform the modern workplace.
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Award-Winning Author Reavis Z. Wortham Visits East Texas A&M to Inspire Future Writers

East Texas A&M’s Department of Literature and Languages welcomed alumnus and acclaimed novelist Reavis Z. Wortham to campus on Nov. 10 for a special reading from his latest work, Comancheria.
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A&M System Leaders Experience ETAMU’s Expanding Research Impact

East Texas A&M hosted the Texas A&M System’s Chief Research Officers fall meeting, highlighting groundbreaking research in gamebird conservation, cancer treatment, agriculture, astronomy, and human performance.
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‘Rev Up Those Fryers’: Buffalo Wild Wings Opens at ETAMU

Fans of wings and Lion Athletics alike have a new gathering place following the opening of a new Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant at East Texas A&M University.
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School of Music Shares the Magic of Music in Concert for Area Children

Several ensembles from ETAMU's School of Music performed for more than 1,500 children from Greenville, Caddo Mills, Bland, and Celeste at a free concert at the historic Greenville Municipal Auditorium in Greenville, Texas.
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New Grant Aims to Ease Students’ Financial Burdens

A $750,000 Student Success Completion Grant aims to help East Texas A&M students stay on track to graduate by providing critical financial support.
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East Texas A&M Nursing Students Take Charge in Realistic Mass Casualty Simulation

As part of their Rural and Community Health Nursing course, nursing students participated in a mass casualty simulation designed to test their clinical decision-making, leadership and communication skills.
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Strong Standards, Bright Futures: ETAMU Counseling Programs Reaccredited

East Texas A&M University’s graduate counseling programs have once again earned national recognition for excellence.
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ETAMU Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes at 35th Annual Veterans Vigil

One of East Texas A&M University’s longest-running traditions returns this fall with the 35th installment of the Veterans Vigil.
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Haunted Hayride and Fall Social Brings Spooky Fun to Twin Oaks Farm

ETAMU's Twin Oaks Farm was turned into a scene straight out of a Halloween movie when university wildlife and agricultural students hosted its first-ever Haunted Hayride.
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From Classroom to Boardroom: East Texas A&M Links Students with Top Executives

East Texas A&M–Dallas hosted its second Executive in Residence event on Oct. 28, connecting students with 13 top industry leaders for mentorship, networking and career insight.
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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.
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ETAMU and the Mystery Above: A History of UFOs on Campus and Beyond

East Texas A&M University has a long history of curiosity about UFOs, featuring student debates, faculty research, and visits from leading experts in the field.
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From the Boardroom to the Bus Route, ETAMU’s Stan McKee Never Stops Giving Back

ETAMU alumnus Stan McKee was re-elected to the National Association of Community Health Centers while continuing to serve students on campus.
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