Lamar University Center for Resiliency

08/07/2026

Check out the latest story by April Thompson who covered Center for Resiliency STEM camp.
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Center for Resiliency STEM camp inspires through hands-on learning

08/06/2026

A BIG thank you to Dr. Jade for sharing your expertise and real-world experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The Signature Center team enjoyed learning about the many capabilities of GIS, including the 23 different applications and difference between Dashboards versus Story Maps.
If you are interested in learning more about GIS reach out to Jade Zimpfer, PhD, MPH | Assistant Director for Research
[email protected]

08/04/2026

Math, Data Analysis R, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Undergraduate Presentations, and Team Building- our Youth Resilience STEM Camp had it all!

Thank you to ExxonMobil Beaumont for the contribution and investment in our next generation of STEM leaders!

🎥 Check out the highlight video of our campers in action!

Youth Resilience STEM Summer Camp Highlight

08/03/2026

Week 2 of the Youth Resilience STEM Camp has officially wrapped up!

Throughout camp, students gained valuable STEM knowledge also built confidence, made new friends, and discovered new possibilities in the STEM field.

Thank you to our faculty, staff, student volunteers, and families for making another Youth Resilience STEM Camp a success!

A special thank you to ExxonMobil Beaumont for their generous support and continued investment in our next generation of STEM leaders!

07/30/2026

In case you missed it, check out our feature on KFDM News!
Check out Judson Ripper and Mathew Ard's work and the impact they are making in Southeast Texas and beyond!

Southeast Texas history is getting a fresh spotlight — one photo, letter and document at a time — thanks to a new online collection.In celebration of America’s

07/29/2026

🎓 Move The Tassel Jenna Williams 🎉

Jenna is graduating with her Bachelor of Social Work and will continue her education at Lamar University, where she plans to earn her Master of Public Administration.

As we celebrate this milestone, Jenna shares in a few words about her experience:
"Working with the Center for Resiliency this summer has been a rewarding experience. It gave me the opportunity to learn more about serving Southeast Texas while building a resilient community. I am grateful for the valuable experiences, connections, and skills I have gained along the way."

Congratulations, Jenna! We are proud of you and grateful to have been part of your journey!

07/27/2026

Week 1 of the 2026 Youth Resilience STEM Camp is officially in the books! Our students explored the exciting world of STEM through hands-on chemistry labs, interactive physics demonstrations, engaging exploration activities, and team-building challenges.
BIG THANK YOU to ExxonMobill for their supported contriubtion and commitment in our next generation of STEM leaders!

Let's Kick Off Week 2
https://www.lamar.edu/center-for-resiliency/community-engagement/youth-resilience-stem-camp.html

07/22/2026

Nathan Sanders and Jimmy Guzman recently represented the Port Management and Lamar University Center for Resiliency at a Grant Writing Workshop in Humble, Tx. They developed and refined skills to submit competitive proposals and built meaningful partnerships to shape the future of port management and resilience.

07/20/2026

The wait is over! Our first week of STEM Youth Resilience Camp kicks off today,Monday, July 20th (Camp 1).

Visit our STEM Camp webpage below for camp details, schedules, and program information.

Youth Resilience 2026 STEM Camp