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ETAMU and the Mystery Above: A History of UFOs on Campus and Beyond

East Texas A&M University has a long history of curiosity about UFOs, featuring student debates, faculty research, and visits from leading experts in the field.
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From the Boardroom to the Bus Route, ETAMU’s Stan McKee Never Stops Giving Back

ETAMU alumnus Stan McKee was re-elected to the National Association of Community Health Centers while continuing to serve students on campus.
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Washington named Southland Conference Defensive Player of the Week

Jade Washington has been named the Southland Conference Defensive Player of the Week.
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Balancing Business and Birdies: Nicke Kaajavirta’s ETAMU Journey

Trading the greens of Finland for the fairways of Texas in 2024, Nicke Kaajavirta found the perfect place to grow as both a student and an athlete at East Texas A&M University.
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Jim Curry Appointed to FCS Oversight Committee

East Texas A&M University director of athletics Jim Curry has been appointed to the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Oversight Committee, effective September 30.
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Ready to Transfer? East Texas A&M Opens Doors on Oct. 21

East Texas A&M University will host a Transfer Decision Day on Oct. 21 to help transfer students sign up to continue their education.
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Bill Martin Jr Symposium Celebrates 20 Years of Literacy, Learning and Legacy

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at East Texas A&M hosted the 20th annual Bill Martin Jr Memorial Symposium, honoring the life and legacy of one of America’s most beloved children’s authors.
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It’s a Girl! ‘Rita’ Gives Birth to First Calf to Kickstart ETAMU’s Registered Angus Herd

A new four-legged bundle of joy appeared at the East Texas A&M University Farm last week, as “Rita,” the university’s recently purchased Angus cow, gave birth to a healthy calf.
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Ag Faculty Recognized with AAAE Outstanding Teacher Award

ETAMU Mayo Professor Dr. Bob Williams was recently honored with the Western Region Outstanding Teacher Award by the American Association for Agricultural Education.
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ETAMU Researchers Advance Athlete and Tactical Readiness at ROARHP Lab

The Department of Health and Human Performance at East Texas A&M is home to one of the most versatile and innovative facilities in the region: the ROARHP Lab.
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Alana Lawless-Felarca Voted SLC Offensive Player of the Week

East Texas A&M University soccer midfielder Alana Lawless-Felarca was named the Southland Conference Offensive Player of the Week.
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Music Student Receives Scholarship from International Organization

East Texas A&M University music major Bella Zitzelberger was recently named the recipient of the Sara Eikenberry Voice Undergraduate Scholarship.
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ETAMU Ranks Among the Top Nursing, Engineering, and Social Mobility Programs in U.S. News & World Report 2025

The 2025 U.S. News rankings showcase ETAMU’s dedication to quality programs, affordability, and life-changing opportunities for students.
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East Texas A&M Student Gains Valuable Experience with WNBA’s Dallas Wings

Ruby Blaylock, a junior majoring in sport and recreation management with a minor in general business, spent her summer interning with the WNBA’s Dallas Wings.
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Plano ISD Board Approves Electrical Engineering Academy Partnership with East Texas A&M University

Plano ISD entered an agreement with East Texas A&M to launch a new Electrical Engineering Academy, starting in the 2026-2027 school year.
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Honors College Hosts First Mentorship Mixer to Connect Students and Faculty

East Texas A&M's Honors College hosted its first Mentorship Mixer on Sept. 25, giving undergraduate students the opportunity to meet faculty members outside the classroom and explore research and career interests.

ETAMU Student’s Research Published in State Historical Journal

East Texas A&M University student Aubrey Watkins recently had her research published in "Touchstone," a collegiate academic journal produced by the Texas State Historical Association's Walter Prescott Webb Historical Society.
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School of Music Inviting Prospective Students to Live the Life of a ‘Lion For a Day’

The School of Music at East Texas A&M aims to give future students a taste of the Lion experience with its “Lion For a Day” program.
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East Texas A&M Launches New Biochemistry Degree Program

East Texas A&M University is introducing a new Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry in the fall 2025 semester, expanding opportunities for students interested in science.
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Growing the Future: How ETAMU Faculty Aim to Transform Urban Agriculture Through Hydroponics

Inside the greenhouses at East Texas A&M University, a new kind of farming is taking shape, one that doesn't require soil, takes up only a fraction of the space and could help feed the growing cities of tomorrow.
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