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Braxton Keith to Headline Spur Expo Grand Opening at East Texas A&M
Rising country music star Braxton Keith is bringing his Texas-rooted country sound to Commerce as East Texas A&M celebrates the grand opening of the new on-campus agricultural multipurpose center.

East Texas A&M Celebrates Topping Out of Rene’ Griffin Event Center
East Texas A&M University marked a significant milestone on Tuesday, February 17, with a topping out ceremony for the new Rene' Griffin Event Center.

Counseling Professor LaVelle Hendricks Named 2026 Addictions Educator of the Year
Dr. LaVelle Hendricks has been named the first recipient of the 2026 Peter Bell Premier Addictions Educator of the Year Award by the Museum of African American Addictions, Treatment and Recovery.

East Texas A&M Alum Receives Prestigious Outstanding Programmer Award
ETAMU alum Telvin James has been honored by NACA with the Patsy Morley Award for his student‑centered approach to campus programming.

Dalavai–Raulston Conference Room Dedicated at East Texas A&M University-Dallas
Dr. Emmanuel and Julie Dalavai of Dallas—with their extended families—were honored Monday during a dedication ceremony at East Texas A&M University-Dallas in recognition of their generous gift to the university.

Public Administration Instructor Justin Weiss Receives TCMA Statewide Award
Justin Weiss, instructor in public administration and city planning at East Texas A&M University, has been named the 2026 Academician of the Year.

ETAMU Adds Elite King Ranch Cattle to University Herd
ETAMU’s cattle herd got a significant upgrade recently as the university accepted delivery of 30 American Cruz heifers from the King Ranch elite herd.

East Texas A&M Recognized Among Top A&M System Schools in U.S. News Online Program Rankings
East Texas A&M stood strong alongside fellow Texas A&M University System institutions in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings of online programs.

Jacobie, Randma Set Records at A&M Indoor Meet
Two East Texas A&M Lion Track and Field student-athletes set new records at the Charlie Thomas Invitational, hosted by Texas A&M University on Feb. 7 and 8.

ET Student Breaks Barriers as First Lion Participant in System-Wide Washington D.C. Internship Program
Da’Mya Walker, a political science major at East Texas A&M, is spending the semester in Washington, D.C. through the Public Policy Scholars Program.

ETAMU Faculty Member Steps into MAC3 President Role
Arthur Lumzy Jr., was selected for a new leadership role within MAC3, recognizing his long-standing service and impact in advancing career readiness.

East Texas A&M Receives $8 Million Gift from Rene’ Griffin, Largest in University History
East Texas A&M University is proud to announce a historic $8 million gift from alumnus Rene’ Griffin, marking the largest single philanthropic contribution in the history of ETAMU.

Built on Belonging: The Life and Legacy Behind the Rene’ Griffin Event Center at East Texas A&M University
At their core, Rene' Griffin's story and the story of ET's new event center are about creating places where people belong.

East Texas A&M Online Programs Ranked Among the Best in Texas and the Nation
East Texas A&M is making a name for itself in online education, earning national recognition from U.S. News & World Report.

ET Alum Retiring Following Nearly Six Decades of Teaching
East Texas A&M University alum James “Larry” Story is finally hanging up his hat, retiring from teaching following a 59-year career at Tarrant County College.

New Partnership Studies Student Outcomes in Competency-Based Education
The College of Innovation and Design has entered into a research partnership with the American Institutes for Research as part of a study examining student outcomes in competency-based education programs.

ETAMU Staff Member Steps into Regional Leadership Role with NACADA
Alyssa Coats has been appointed interim Region 7 chair for NACADA, representing and supporting advisors across Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.

Governor Abbott Reappoints ETAMU Alum to Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
East Texas A&M alumna Dr. Sangeeta Singg will continue serving on the TSBEP, helping oversee licensure and ethical standards for psychologists in Texas.

Jacobie named Southland Field Athlete of the Week
East Texas A&M University track and field student-athlete Jenneil Jacobie has been named the Southland Conference Women's Field Athlete of the Week.

Award-Winning Interactive Maps Showcase East Texas A&M’s History and Identity
East Texas A&M University earned the 2025 Interactive Map Partner Award for its creative virtual campus tours and innovative digital storytelling.