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Alumnus Earns 500th Career Win as Texas High School Basketball Coach
East Texas A&M University alumnus Hosea D. Lee, a 1993 graduate with a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and applied anatomy, has reached a major milestone in his coaching career. Lee earned his 500th win on Nov.

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.

ETAMU Student Shines on National Stage with American FFA Degree
ETAMU Honors College student Colby Grayson earned a coveted honor as a recipient of the American FFA Degree from the National FFA Organization.

From ETAMU to Amazon: Computer Science Alum Shares Career Journey
East Texas A&M University alumna Tejaswini Atluri recently spoke with the campus ACM chapter about her new role as a software development engineer at Amazon.

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.
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.

History Faculty Member Elected to Leadership Role with National Organization
Associate Professor Mylynka Cardona, Ph.D., was recently elected vice president and president-elect of the Society for the History of Discoveries.

Graduate Student named Teacher of Promise in Dallas ISD
East Texas A&M graduate student Adrian Anderson, who is pursuing a master's in Spanish, was recently named Teacher of Promise in Dallas ISD.

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.

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.

‘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.

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.

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.

Governor Abbott Reappoints ETAMU Alum to Texas Commission on Jail Standards
East Texas A&M University alumna Patricia M. Anthony was recently reappointed to the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.

Stock Horse Team Takes Home Several Accolades at Regional Championship
The ETAMU Stock Horse team came away with several high achievements at the CTSH Limestone Region Championship Clinic & Show.

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.

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.

Equine Studies Student Wins Major Competition in Brazil
ETAMU student Gabriel Graciani, an Equine Studies major from Brazil, was recently crowned a National Champion at the ABQM Champion’s Cup competition.

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.

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.