Lamar University College of Graduate Studies

08/20/2026

Are you a Fall 2026 graduate and writing a thesis or dissertation? Don't forget to register for the workshop! The deadline is August 26th.

08/19/2026

📣 Hey Cardinals!! The scholarship application for 2027-2028 is NOW OPEN. Submit one application to get matched with HUNDREDS of scholarship opportunities! Apply today at lamar.edu/myscholarships. Reach out to our office with any scholarship questions: [email protected].

08/18/2026

Happy first day of Fall classes! We are so excited to have our students back on campus with us!

08/06/2026

We can’t wait for students to return back to campus for Fall classes!

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08/06/2026

We are so excited!

We are so excited to welcome Lamar University faculty back to campus and prep for Fall 2026 start! Faculty return to offices on Monday, August 10 for the Week of Welcome.

New faculty, Tuesday is for you. Bring your excitement and your laptops to New Faculty Orientation on August 11. Our LU Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning and University Innovation teams are ready to welcome you with an Academic Affairs orientation designed to prepare you for both the work and the experience of being part of the LU community.

All faculty are invited to join us that afternoon for networking, music, and fun at the President and Provost Mixer. Beginning at 4 p.m. at the Spindletop Gladys City Boomtown Museum Pavilion, the mixer will feature live music from two educators whose talents extend beyond the classroom and administrative suite. LU Provost Dr. Brett Welch is also a recording singer-songwriter whose music is available on Spotify, Apple, and popular streaming platforms. His catalog includes several EPs and singles, a 20-song album, and his newest release, Corduroy Jacket. Joining him will be Carl Richardson, Commercial Music Program Coordinator at Lamar State College-Port Arthur. Carl is a singer, songwriter, bassist, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist who performs throughout SETX and SW Louisiana. His decades of contributions as performer and teacher were recently recognized with his induction into the City of Vidor Walk of Fame. Together, Brett and Carl represent some of the region's best! Join us to begin Fall 2026 on a high note. Parking at Spindletop is limited, so carpooling is recommended.

On Wednesday morning, new faculty will complete benefits, paperwork, and other final onboarding needs with Human Resources.

All faculty and staff will then come together for the President’s Convocation and Lunch at the Montagne Center. Attendance is expected as we hear from executive leadership about Lamar University’s vision and priorities for the year ahead. Food and LU swag will be provided!

Following Convocation, new faculty will continue with hands-on course design support. Our instructional designers, technologists, media specialists, success professionals, and others will be available in person to help finalize preparations for the fall semester.

On Thursday, all faculty will gather for Cardinal Kickoff, our full-day faculty professional development experience in the Live Oak Ballroom and Setzer Student Center. Attendance is expected to kickstart our fall as a united front! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eazcR_xt

On Friday, it's time for College Convocations. Brush off the summer heat and take a look at your inbox for details from your dean or department chair.

On Monday, August 17, faculty take their final opportunity to prepare classrooms, courses, and student communications before the first day of classes on August 18.

We are so happy to have everyone back and to help get this new academic year moving. See you soon, Cardinals!

07/16/2026

We heard our building is whimsy maxxing. ✨👀 The Graduate Studies office approves!

Shoutout to Lamar University Graduation & Registration, Lamar University Student Aid, and Lamar University International Student Services for helping keep the whimsy levels high in the Wimberly building.

07/15/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Dockens!

Dockens named as a 2026 Top 50 Voice in Higher Education

07/07/2026

Whether you're looking to specialize or lead, there's a graduate pathway designed for you. Discover your next opportunity in the College of Engineering! 💡⚙️🎓

05/26/2026

CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS! We are SO PROUD of our Lamar Baseball Boys!! They will be off to College Station on Friday, 5/29. Game time is 3 PM! ⏰

05/19/2026

Graduating Thesis & Dissertation Writers, have you registered for workshop yet?

Email [email protected] with questions!