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Campus Operations Update for 4/4/25

Due to the predicted adverse weather conditions this afternoon and to help ensure the safety of our students, faculty, and staff, the East Texas A&M University main campus and Dallas site will move to modified business hours.

Why Advancing from RN to BSN Matters More Than Ever – And How It’s Faster and Cheaper Than You Think

At East Texas A&M University, an RN can earn their BSN in a matter of months while avoiding many of the drawbacks of the standard college experience.
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Lions Give Back: The Big Event 2025

More than 250 volunteers came together on Saturday, March 29, for The Big Event—East Texas A&M University's largest day of service.
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Lion Football Legend’s Debut Book Reaches Top of Amazon Charts

East Texas A&M alum and football star Luis Perez recently released his first book, which has already reached No. 1 on Amazon's best-selling football biographies list in less than a week.

Symposium Delivers Valuable Lessons to Graduate Students

For the fourth consecutive semester, East Texas A&M University Assistant Professor Dr. Leslie Ekpe organized and hosted an online Graduate Student Symposium.
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East Texas A&M: Leading the Charge in Competency-Based Education

East Texas A&M University is at the forefront of competency-based education (CBE), offering flexible, career-focused programs that empower busy adults to transform their careers.

ETAMU Alum Awarded PE Teacher of the Year

Alum Kevin Nguyen was awarded 2024 High School PE Teacher of the Year by TAHPERD.
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Griese named SLC Women’s Field Athlete of the Week

Following a school-record performance, East Texas A&M University women's track and field student-athlete Romi Griese has earned Southland Conference Women's Field Athlete of the Week honors.
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East Texas A&M Students and Staff Take on Habitat Collegiate Challenge in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

In an inspiring demonstration of selfless service and community impact, a group of students and two staff members from East Texas A&M University recently participated in the Habitat for Humanity Collegiate Challenge in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Public Health Showcase Comes to East Texas A&M

On March 21, East Texas A&M Health and Human Performance students hosted the fourth annual Public Health Showcase at the university’s Dallas site.
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2025 Alumni Ambassadors Honored

The 39th annual Alumni Ambassador Forum celebrated standout East Texas A&M alumni.

Library Renovation Underway

March 10 marked the beginning of a major renovation of the library’s first floor, which will include extensive updates.
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ETAMU Librarian Presents “ChatGPT Unveiled” to California Public Library

A.P. Anderson represented East Texas A&M on the West Coast with a presentation about the power and pitfalls of AI.
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East Texas A&M University Breaks Ground on New Event Center

The new arena will serve as a central hub for student life and community engagement in Northeast Texas.
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ETAMU Alum Publishes Black Children’s Book on Career Choices

ETAMU alumna Destiny Hibbler writes an inspirational and creative book to teach Black children about various career choices from A-Z.

Saving the Quail: The Lyon Center for Gamebird Research at East Texas A&M is Restoring a Valuable Texas Resource

The Lyon Center for Gamebird Research at East Texas A&M University is poised to tackle the gamebird population crisis head-on.
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Newsome named to CSC Academic All-District Team

East Texas A&M University women's basketball guard Jordyn Newsome was named to the Academic All-District team, as selected by the College Sports Communicators.

Lion Alum Appointed by Governor Abbott as 62nd District Court Judge

William "Bill" Harris, a 2020 Lion graduate, was recently appointed to serve as judge of the 62nd District Court.
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ETAMU Celebrates Engineers Week

East Texas A&M University celebrated Engineers Week with guest speakers, a speaking competition and a career fair.
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ETAMU Alum Featured on PBS News Weekend

ETAMU alum Dr. Kerry Karrafa was recently featured on PBS News Weekend to discuss the mental health issues among veterinarians.
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