Whether you live on campus or commute to class, Â鶹ӳ»Ó°Òô campus life has something for you. Home to more than 15,000 students, Lamar is one of the fastest-growing universities in Texas and is a member of The Texas State University System.
With more than and many after-class campus activities, you will find a class or activity to meet your every interest.
The 292-acre campus in Beaumont is about 90 miles east of Houston and about 25 miles west of Louisiana, making Lamar the perfect location for your college years.
Campus life at Â鶹ӳ»Ó°Òô is the perfect blend of urban living with the close community feel of a small town. Between classes you can stroll through campus to admire the artwork and mature oak trees, study with friends at the Mary & John Gray library, or lounge at the Setzer Student Center.
Also known as "The Set", the Setzer Student Center is the hub of student activities and engagement. Newly renovated in 2018, it features an array of dining options and hosts many student clubs and organizations.
Located near the Set, the eight-story library is great place to study, meet with classmates or grab a drink at Starbucks. It is rumored that the library's architecture inspired the design of the castle in the movie Shrek!
The home of Â鶹ӳ»Ó°Òô baseball since 1969, Vincent-Beck Stadium has become a true showpiece among college baseball facilities in the Southwest.
The Montagne Center is the venue of choice for many popular events, from basketball games to concerts. Its stadium seating and large arena provide plenty of space for banquets and ceremonies, including Â鶹ӳ»Ó°Òô Commencement Ceremonies.
The Lamar Cardinals play in one of the best Division I FCS venues in the nation, the newly renovated 16,000-seat Provost Umphrey Stadium.
In the middle of the busiest buildings on campus, the Quadrangle is a popular gathering area between classes.
With more than 150 registered student clubs and organizations, you'll have plenty of opportunities to meet classmates with similar interests. Choose from a wide variety of intramural sports, fraternities, sororities, academic clubs, and special interest groups to make lifelong friends.
Creative minds come alive at LU. Take a look at the latest museum exhibits on campus, attend a lecture event, enjoy a performance at the theatre or use this handy guide to learn more about all of the public art on campus: LU Public Art Guide
Â鶹ӳ»Ó°Òô is nestled in the middle of the Golden Triangle of Texas, a bustling city area with all the comforts of a cozy hometown. Here, you can enjoy a live theatrical or music performance, get to know the nightlife, have fun at an arcade or retreat to the outdoors for a hike.