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Date(s): Now through Sunday, Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m. & 2 p.m. show times
Location: Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô Studio Theatre

In the topsy-turvey, world of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic children’s novel Alice in Wonderland, this production is appropriate for younger audiences. Get tickets here.

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Ballroom A

Trick-or-Travel! Explore 2026-27 study abroad programs and experience Halloween traditions from around the world at our Halloween-themed Study Abroad Expo.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Location: Virtual

Join ERS for the 7th Annual Adapt & Thrive Virtual Wellness Fair on Oct. 28, 2026! Enjoy expert-led sessions on resilience, stress management, healthy habits, and getting the most from your benefits. Find tools and inspiration for every wellness journey. Register via the HR Events page.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 12:15 - 12:45 p.m.
Location: The Quad

Catch LU Health Education's mobile health nest around campus and pick up educational information from our Peer Health Educators. This month, we will be handing out mental health resources like counseling information, free bubble wrap, and pill stress balls. Find more information .

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Beaumont

Discover how Enterprise Mobility develops future business leaders through internships and its Management Training Program. Meet recruiters, get insider hiring tips, explore career paths, and ask questions. Only 15 spots available; and transportation is provided. Registration available through .

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Reaud Executive Event Space

Want to spend next summer abroad learning a new language at no cost to you? Join us to discover the U.S. Department of State’s fully funded Critical Language Scholarship Program, offering language study and cultural immersion abroad. A CLS Program representative will join us to share details. Also, a distinguished Southeast Texas judge will share insights from his career in public leadership, judicial service, and emergency management.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Neches Room 120

Open to all Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô students, faculty, and staff, Passport Day makes it easy to apply for a U.S. passport and start planning your next global adventure. Plus, attendees can receive FREE passport photos during the event! Learn more here.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center, MMA Room

LU Health Education is teaming up with LUPD to host a self-defense class. Learn how to build personal safety, situational awareness, and mental resilience to handle dangerous situations when help is not immediately available. required.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtowm Museum Pavilion

Join the CITL and University Innovation for some Halloween fun at Spindletop Boomtown. Enjoy games, spooky mocktails, a cozy fire, and a Spindletop Gusher reenactment. Costumes are encouraged, and Tiny House BBQ will be on-site with dinner available for purchase. Bring a colleague and join the fun!

Date: Friday, Oct. 30, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 102

Take the fear out of career planning! Join us for tricks, treats, and career tips. Meet our team and special guests from Gator Country, explore resumes, LinkedIn, interviews, career fairs, and other opportunities. Register on and start building your future.

Date(s): Tuesday, Nov. 3 through Friday, Nov. 13
Location: Dade Phelan Building, Room 113 or via Teams

Join LU CITL for Fix Your Content Week, Nov. 3-13. Learn how to improve course accessibility with hands-on support, then join the global Fix Your Content Day on Nov. 10. Every fix counts toward a more accessible learning experience for all. More information can be found here.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 3, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Rothwell Recital Hall

The Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô Percussion Ensemble is presenting their first concert of the academic year, featuring music that has been inspired by the minimalist movement. This event is free and open to the public, and no ticket is required.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 9 a.m. - Noon & 1 - 4 p.m.
Location: Reaud Executive Event Space

The Office of Marketing Communications will be offering free professional headshots for all faculty and staff on Wednesday, November 4 from 9 a.m to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. in the Executive Event Space on the first floor of the Wayne A. Reaud Building. No appointment is necessary.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Brenham, Texas

Go behind the scenes at Blue Bell! Students of all majors are invited to explore manufacturing operations, connect with professionals, and learn about internships and careers with the company. Space is limited. Transportation will be provided. Register on .

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, San Jacinto Room 218

Join Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas to learn about preventive care, wellness programs, and benefits. Registration required; email benefits@lamar.edu to register.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 5, 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Room 108

If you have submitted an abstract with your research at the 13th Annual O.U.R. Fall Conference (extended deadline is Oct. 30th) and will give a talk at the podium or present a poster, then please join us for an informative workshop that gives you hints and ideas for a successful presentation.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 5, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual on Zoom

Do you stutter? Looking for community and support? Join the Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô NSA chapter to connect with others who “get it.” Share experiences, meet new people, and find a welcoming space for conversation, connection, and encouragement. More information can be found here.

Date: Friday, Nov. 6, 1 - 2 p.m.
Location: Reaud Executive Event Space

Dr. Alison Fields will discuss John Sayles's acclaimed Texas film Lone Star (1996), marking the 30th anniversary of its release. The film uses the backdrop of a border town murder-mystery to examine themes of national, generational, and personal borders and the ways communities enforce those divisions. More information can be found here.

Date: Friday, Nov. 6, 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Jefferson Theatre (345 Fannin Street, Beaumont)

The historic Jefferson Theatre will screen John Sayles's acclaimed Texas film Lone Star (1996). Dr. Alison Fields will introduce the movie. Lamar students with a valid ID receive free admission. More information can be found here.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2:30 - 5 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Join us for the 27th Annual McNair Scholar Research Symposium. Learn more here.

Grab your new LU gear now! Available at the Spindletop Boomtown Museum gift shop and at the home football games at Provost Umphrey Stadium.

Museum hours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: 1 - 5 p.m.

Come join us this week for . Don't forget that you can also watch the LU Cardinals on the road on ESPN+. Go Big Red!

Deadline to apply: Friday, Oct. 30, 6 p.m.

The Office of Undergraduate Research invites all students from all academic areas to submit abstracts with new research or creative activities to the 13th Annual O.U.R. Fall Conference. The student participants can give a talk or have a poster presentation. Please visit the conference website.

Flu season is here! Protect yourself and those around you with an annual flu shot. Visit an in-network provider, pharmacy, or retail clinic at no out-of-pocket cost. More information can be found here.

Innovation doesn't have to mean a big project. We're interested in how YOU are using AI at LU. From everyday time-savers to creative approaches to teaching, learning, or research, we want to hear about it. Visit the University Innovation website and click "Submit an AI Use Case" to share yours today.

Lamar's faculty and staff are invited to comment on a proposed policy on hourly student workers (hiring process, enrollment requirements, etc.).

Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô's FY27 Annual Mandatory Training is coming soon. Required training will be available through NEOED Learn (Cardinal Nest). Employees will receive an email notification once assignments are available, including instructions and the completion deadline.

Deadline to apply: Monday, Oct. 26, 11:59 p.m.

The 2027 Minnie Stevens Piper Professor Award application is for faculty members on Competition Space.

Deadline to register: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 5 p.m.

To show our appreciation to LU Veterans at the 2026 Veterans Day lunch, we are constructing a digital presentation. If you would like to be included, please register using the link here.

Deadline to apply: Sunday, Nov. 1, 11:59 p.m.

McNair scholars receive research experience, financial and academic support, travel opportunities cultural engagement, graduate preparation and professional development. Eligible students should complete the online application.

Deadline to apply: Monday, Nov. 2, 5 p.m.

The Faculty Developmental Leave (FDL) (Fall 2027 - Summer 2028) application is now open. Please visit the link here for full details and submission guidelines. This is open to tenured faculty.

Deadline to : Saturday, Dec. 5, 11:59 p.m.

The Center for Resiliency is looking to support Doctoral Dissertations and Master Thesis research. Graduate students applying for this fellowship must have passed the proposal defense and be granted the degree candidacy status by their academic departments.

Deadline for nominations: Friday, Feb. 12, 2027, 5 p.m.

The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs Administration (ORSPA) invites faculty from all disciplines to nominate fellow faculty for the Excellence in Research or Excellence in Artistic and Creative Endeavors Awards to recognize their dedication in their fields. Submissions are due by Feb. 12, 2027. More informaton can be found here or by following ORSPA on .

Have something to share?  (e.g., events, publications, faculty research, awards, departmental congratulations, grants, etc.) and the Office of Marketing Communications will get the word out through emails, web, social media and more. 

All approved announcements must be received by Thursday at 3 p.m. to be included in the following week's LU Weekly Update newsletter.

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