Stories by Paige Morris

ETAMU Alum Appointed to Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee
ETAMU alum Jennifer Rykaczewski has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s ACPAC, where she will represent travelers nationwide.

AI 75 Honors ETAMU Professor for Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Christian F. Hempelmann has been selected as one of the 2026 AI 75 Innovators in DFW for his contributions to AI research, education, and industry collaboration.

ETAMU First-Year Students Support the Community Through Service Projects
Members of the First-Year Leadership Class gain valuable experience by planning and completing service projects that support the campus and local community.

ETAMU Student Recognized for Exceptional Commitment as a Paraprofessional
Elisabeth Armendariz, an ETAMU education major, earned an award for her standout work supporting students. Her passion for helping students thrive shines through her work as a paraprofessional.

ETAMU Math Bowl Teams Excel at Competitive MAA Conference
The ETAMU math team recently competed in the MAA Conference. These teams took part in a wide range of mathematical challenges showcasing their hard work and dedication.

The Morris Recreation Center Unveils New and Improved Fitness Space
The Morris Recreation Center’s latest expansion brings more space, more equipment, and more opportunities for students.

Future Lions Discover ETAMU: Pride Preview Day 2026
Pride Preview Day brought prospective students to campus for an immersive look at life on campus at East Texas A&M.

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.

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.

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.

From Potential to Profession: Teacher Career Fair Empowers Future Educators
The recent teacher career fair hosted by Student Career Preparedness connected students with school districts to explore future teaching opportunities.

From ETAMU to Amazon: Computer Science Alum Shares Career Journey
East Texas A&M University alumna Tejaswini Atluri recently spoke with the campus ACM chapter about her new role as a software development engineer at Amazon.

Lion Spring Fest: Pi Kappa Alpha’s 28th Annual Crawfish Festival
The Lion Spring Fest brought people together to enjoy food trucks, music, and family-friendly activities while supporting a great cause.