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AgriLife Agent and ETAMU Instructor Awarded County Agent of the Year

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension agent and East Texas A&M University Adjunct Instructor Dr. David Drake was recently recognized as the 2025 Texas Wheat County Agent of the Year by the Texas Wheat Producers Board.
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New Seating Layout Announced for Lion Football, Single Game Tickets Now on Sale

The East Texas A&M University athletic department has announced a new seating layout for football games inside Ernest Hawkins Field at Memorial Stadium for the 2025 season.
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East Texas A&M Professor Contributes to Major Discovery of Planet Candidate in Nearby Star System

A newly accepted scientific paper involving ETAMU's Dr. Billy Quarles, an assistant professor of physics and astronomy, details the possible discovery of a planet orbiting Alpha Centauri A.
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Southland Schedule Released for Lion Women’s Basketball

The East Texas A&M University women's basketball team has learned the first portion of its 2025-26 schedule as the 22-game Southland Conference slate was released on Tuesday morning.
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More Than 700 Lions Receiving Their Degrees This Weekend

The newest crop of East Texas A&M University alums will graduate at commencement ceremonies held on August 8 and 9 at the university Field House in Commerce, Texas.
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Piano Faculty Judging Prestigious International Competition

Dr. Luis Sanchez, professor of music at East Texas A&M University, was invited to serve as a panelist for the 2025 Rubato International Piano Competition
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ETAMU Accounting Student Lands PwC Tax Internship

Michelle Reyna’s accounting journey at East Texas A&M University has taken her from early inspiration in high school to a coveted Summer 2025 Tax Internship at PwC.
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The Sports Facilities Companies Chosen as Operating Partner for ETAMU’s New Sports Facility

East Texas A&M has partnered with The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) to operate its new Event Center, set to open in Fall 2026.
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Pair of Honors College Students Gain Valuable Knowledge Through Research, Internship

Two students in the Honors College at East Texas A&M University have gained valuable experience and insights through a transformative internship at Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico.
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Computational Linguistics Professor Featured in Article About A.I.-Created Humor

Dr. Christian Hempelmann, professor of computational linguistics at East Texas A&M University, was recently featured in an article by Undark Magazine discussing the science behind humor and whether artificial intelligence could truly be humorous.
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ETAMU Researchers Go Abroad to Tackle Global Sport Performance

Students and faculty from East Texas A&M University recently returned from a study abroad and research trip to Spain and Portugal, where they established international partnerships in the field of sport science and performance analytics.
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All Lions All-In Pass for 2025-26 Academic Year Now on Sale

East Texas A&M University has announced that the All Lions All-In Pass for the 2025-26 academic year is now on sale.
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Back to its Roots: Binnion Hall to Become ETAMU’s Newest Student Housing

Binnion Hall is set to undergo a transformative renovation that will provide housing for up to 200 students.
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Pair of ETAMU Students Participate in ‘Heroes on Horses’ Event

Two East Texas A&M University students took part in festivities honoring U.S. military veterans at the 2nd annual Heroes on Horses parade and competition.
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Building Healthier Communities: Inside East Texas A&M’s Master of Public Health Program

In an immensely informative interview, Dr. Elizabeth Wachira explains how the East Texas A&M MPH program turns a passion for public service into a fulfilling career.
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Alumna Retires After Decades of Child Advocacy Leadership

After more than three decades of service in child protection and advocacy, East Texas A&M alumna Irish Burch has announced her retirement.
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Accounting Senior Wins $15,000 PCAOB Scholarship and Lands Internship at Grant Thornton

East Texas A&M University accounting senior Kay-Marie James has been named a 2025–2026 Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Scholar, earning a prestigious $15,000 scholarship from the board.
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Lion Volleyball Reveals 2025 Schedule

The Lions are eligible for the NCAA Tournament for the first time in the Division I era and serve as hosts for the Southland Conference Tournament.
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ETAMU Police Academy Cadet Named Firefighter of the Year

A cadet currently enrolled in East Texas A&M's Law Enforcement Training Academy was recently named the Firefighter of the Year by the Farmersville Fire Department.
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Federal Mandate Requires Changes to In-State Tuition Eligibility at East Texas A&M

In compliance with a recent federal court order and guidance from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, East Texas A&M University is making required changes to in-state tuition eligibility beginning in the Fall 2025 semester.
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