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School of Music Gets Crowds in the Spirit of the Season at Annual Holiday Gala

The East Texas A&M University School of Music wowed patrons with its annual showcase of seasonal tunes at the annual Holiday Gala.
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National CBE Exchange Highlights ETAMU’s Role in Shaping Workforce-Ready Education

East Texas A&M University sent a cross-campus team of faculty, staff and academic leaders to the annual CBE Exchange in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Solar76 and ETAMU Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Solar Energy Innovation

ETAMU is partnering with Solar76, a pioneering company in solar energy solutions and technology.
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Omegas, ETAMU Staff Team Up to Provide Thanksgiving Meals to Students

Omega's and ETAMU staff turned a quiet holiday on campus into a celebration of care and community.
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East Texas A&M Celebrating Fall 2025 Graduating Class Across Five Ceremonies

The class of 2025 at East Texas A&M University will soon be dismissed for the last time when fall commencement ceremonies take place on Friday, Dec. 12, and Saturday, Dec. 13 at the university Field House.
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A Career of Curiosity and Commitment: Henley Named Regents Professor

Longtime psychology educator Dr. Tracy B. Henley honored for transformative teaching, research and mentorship.
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The Galaxy’s Most Common Stars May Be Missing a Key Ingredient for Life: Long-Lived Moons

New ETAMU study shows moons around the planets of M-dwarf stars vanish quickly, offering insights into which worlds might support life.
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No Time for College? CBE Programs Give City Employees a Faster Path Forward

East Texas A&M expands flexible competency-based programs to help city employees earn degrees faster and advance their careers without leaving the workforce.
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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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