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Alum Wins Prestigious Dallas Half Marathon
Alumnus Sergio Mena Marcuello was one of the top competitors at the annual BMW Dallas Marathon, taking first place in the Men’s Half Marathon.

Lyon Center Collaboration at 2025 Kansas Governor’s Ringneck Classic Spurs 2026 Momentum
The Ted and Donna Lyon Center for Gamebird Research at East Texas A&M University showed up big at the 2025 Kansas Governor's Ringneck Classic hunt in Colby, Kansas. Dr. Kelly Reyna, founding director of the Lyon Center, fielded a hunting…

Partnership with Indeed Job Search Academy to Power Student Job Search Skills
The Office of Student Career Preparedness has partnered with the Indeed Job Search Academy to provide students and alumni with expanded access to free, on-demand career development resources.

Lion Softball Unveils 2026 Schedule
The East Texas A&M University softball team has announced the full schedule for the 2026 season on Wednesday morning, which features 34 home games at the John Cain Family Softball Complex.

Recent ETAMU Master’s Graduate Selected as First Lyon Center Full-Time Laboratory Manager
Originally from Winthrop, Arkansas, Grace James earned her bachelor's in biology from Texas A&M University-Texarkana, while working in a pharmacy to support her schooling. Afterward, she made the move to East Texas A&M University, to obtain her master’s degree and…

Honors College Earns National “Partners in Peace” Designation
The Honors College at East Texas A&M University has been named a Partners in Peace institution by the National Collegiate Honors Council.

Alum Tabbed to Lead Union Grove ISD as Next Superintendent
Alumnus Greg Bower was named the lone finalist for the position of superintendent of the Union Grove Independent School District.

When the Campus Grows Quiet: East Texas A&M in December
Explore how ETAMU transforms from a bustling academic hub to a serene, light-filled campus during the holiday break.

And a Partridge in a Pear Tree: 12 ETAMU Achievements Worth Singing About
Set to the tune of a beloved holiday classic, we’re counting down 12 celebratory moments that defined a remarkable year at East Texas A&M!

ETAMU Welcomes New Alumni at Fall 2025 Commencement
More than 1,300 graduates joined the ranks of East Texas A&M University alumni following commencement ceremonies on Dec. 12 and 13.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A Career of Curiosity and Commitment: Henley Named Regents Professor
Longtime psychology educator Dr. Tracy B. Henley honored for transformative teaching, research and mentorship.

Music Alumna Reaches Regional Round of National Piano Competition
An alumna from the ETAMU School of Music recently qualified for the Division Finals of the Music Teachers National Association Southwest Division Young Artist Piano Competition.

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.

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.

Hunt named Southland Player of the Week
East Texas A&M University men's basketball guard Gianni Hunt was voted the Southland Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week on Monday afternoon.

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.