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ETAMU to Celebrate Largest Graduating Class of All Time on May 9 & 10

More than 1,600 East Texas A&M University students are poised to break a record as the largest graduating class in the 135+ year history of the university at commencement ceremonies scheduled for Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10.

East Texas A&M Team Named Finalist in U.S. Air Force Software Competition

A team of electrical engineering students from East Texas A&M University has earned national recognition as a top finalist in the prestigious 2025 Software Defined Radio (SDR) University Challenge.
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East Texas A&M Classified as a “Higher Access” Institution by Carnegie Foundation

East Texas A&M University is classified by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as a Higher Access, Medium Earnings institution.
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Alum Named Southlake Fire Chief

A Lion alum with more than 30 years of experience in fire and emergency medical services was recently appointed to lead the Southlake, Texas Fire Department.

THECB Taps East Texas A&M Professor to Evaluate Workforce Training Initiative

Dr. LaVelle Hendricks, a professor of counseling at East Texas A&M University, has been awarded a $200,000 grant by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), to evaluate the Texas Innovative Adult Career Educational (ACE) Grant Program.
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Lion Softball Reaches SLC Tourney for First Time, Faces McNeese Thursday

The East Texas A&M University softball team will play its first postseason game in the Division I era on Thursday, May 1, at top-seeded McNeese to begin the 2025 Southland Conference Tournament.

Building Real-World Skills in AI: A New Path for College Students

With rapid changes to every industry being brought on by artificial intelligence, East Texas A&M is offering a program to prepare students for the future workforce.
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University Vocal Students Undertake Area Performance Tour

Two dozen students from the East Texas A&M University School of Music embarked on a performance and recruitment tour through North Texas.
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Annual Research Symposium Shines a Light on Student Innovation and Research

The Annual Research Symposium at East Texas A&M University provided a platform for students to present their original research to the university community.

Snakes and Conan the Barbarian: Unique Topics at East Texas A&M Lion’s Lecture

On April 22, attendees at the atrium of the Nursing and Health Sciences Building were treated to two equally fascinating Lion’s Lectures, one discussing snakes and the other covering Texas author Robert E. Howard.
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East Texas A&M Graduate Student Receives Awards for History Research

Hannah Shepherd, a graduate student at East Texas A&M and member of Phi Alpha Theta, was recently recognized for her outstanding history research.
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Photography Student’s Career Blasts Off with NASA Internship

ETAMU Photography major Morgan Gridley underwent a competitive selection process to receive a photography internship with NASA for Summer 2025.

East Texas A&M Faculty Members Recognized at Awards Luncheon

On April 22, the East Texas A&M University Faculty Senate combined efforts with the Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education (TABPHE) to host a luncheon in which multiple faculty members received recognition for their service in teaching and research.
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Lion Volleyball Announces 2025 Conference Schedule, to Host SLC Tournament on Nov. 21-23

The East Texas A&M University volleyball program released its 2025 Southland Conference schedule, which includes hosting the SLC Volleyball Tournament in Commerce at the end of the season.
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ETAMU Alum Celebrates 101st Birthday

Alum J.B. McNatt is a WWII veteran and businessman who recently celebrated his 101st birthday April 18, 2025.
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Several VisCom Students Honored at ADDY Awards

Three East Texas A&M University Visual Communication students received honors at the American Advertising Federation-Dallas Chapter's annual American Advertising Awards ceremony.
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ROAR Leaders Shine at Regional Conference

East Texas A&M University students made a strong impression at this year’s NODA Region III and IV Conference, bringing home several awards.

East Texas A&M Researchers Link Pollution Exposure to Mental Health Risks

A new peer-reviewed study involving East Texas A&M researchers is drawing urgent attention to the mental health consequences of environmental pollution in rural, underserved communities across the South.
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Finance Society Panel Sparks Purpose-Driven Conversation on Careers, AI, and Sustainability in Commercial Real Estate

The Finance Society at the East Texas A&M University College of Business recently hosted a thought-provoking panel discussion at the Dallas location, bringing together an accomplished group of women leaders from Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) to share career insights, discuss emerging trends and offer practical advice to students pursuing careers in finance, accounting and real estate.
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East Texas A&M Alum Kraig Knight Named EVP of Global Data Center Operations at Goodman Group

Goodman Group owns, develops, and manages logistics properties and data centers in major international cities.
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