News at LU
March 05, 2025
Lamar University has earned the R2 designation for high research activity, surpassing key benchmarks in research expenditures and doctorates awarded, positioning itself as a rising leader in scientific innovation and academic excellence.
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March 24, 2025
Dr. Philip Cole has been named Executive Director of the Center for Midstream Management and Science (CMMS) at Lamar University.
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Student Life
March 21, 2025
Lamar University engineering students visited the Quanta Advanced Training Center, earning OSHA certifications, networking with industry professionals, and gaining hands-on experience through a partnership supporting career development.
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Community
February 14, 2025
The Lamar University College of Engineering hosted its annual Spindletop Showdown VEX Robotics competition, featuring more than 30 high school teams competing for the tournament champion title.
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Arts and Culture
March 25, 2025
Latin Grammy award-winning musician José Valentino will visit Lamar University for a two-day guest artist residency on March 27-28, offering workshops on music, business, and entrepreneurship before concluding with a concert alongside the Lamar University Flute Ensemble.
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