LU Moment

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with two LU honors students, Jud Ripper and Matt Ard, to discuss the Southeast Texas Resiliency Digital Collection, presented by the Center for Resiliency. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Elizabeth Diaz, exercise science senior at LU and newly appointed 2026-27 Student Regent for the Texas State University System.  For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Hilda Billups to learn more about the Center for Academic Success (formerly STAR Services) at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Kyle Scott, executive director of entrepreneurship for the Venture Center at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Lamar University Dance Team head coach, Dezja Kelly, to hear more about the team and their recent first place national championship title at The College Class in Orlando. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with this year’s David J. Beck Fellows to hear more about their cutting-edge summer research projects in Taiwan, New York and Massachusetts. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with journalism sophomore Victor Almazan to hear more about his journey at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dean Golden Wright to hear more about the College of Fine Arts & Communication at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Coach Aqua Franklin to hear more about the women's basketball program at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Bailey Jenkins to discuss “Next Draft: Student Work Series,” a multi-day performance highlighting original theater created by LU students. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Allie Sanford and Jonah Smith to hear more about their recent trip to Puerto Rico for Alternative Spring Break. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we with down with LU senior Adam Baeza to hear more about Red Beak Productions. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with John Lee and Mark Speirs to hear about the Small Business Development Center at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Clara Schreck, Jacob Smith and Evie Clifton to hear more about the LU Ambassadors program. The program is currently seeking applications until Monday, March 2. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Megan Begnaud from the Office of Student Aid to discuss financial aid opportunities available for students at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Micah Beutell and Austin Lloyd with Lamar Athletics to hear about athletics marketing and promotions and preview the upcoming spring season. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Sergeant Byron Popillion to learn more about the Lamar University Police Department and the safety measures that are in place for the new semester at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Sara Chavez to discuss medical and counseling services, health education, and the Student Health Center at Lamar University . For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Coach Pete Rossomando to hear about the LU football team's historic 2025 run, and what's to come for the program. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Carsen Barrett to hear more about The Flock -- a student group created to increase attendance and spirit at LU athletic events. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Grayson Meek to hear more about the fifth annual Cardinal Lights holiday event coming on Tuesday, Nov. 18. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Chef Casey Gates to learn more about his 30 year career in the culinary field, and his role as culinary and hospitality instructor in the Department of Nutrition, Hospitality and Human Services at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, vi...

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with LU alumna, Emily Buesing, to learn more about her journey as a working artist, and to talk about LU Department of Theatre & Dance’s upcoming production of “The Importance of Being Earnest." For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visi...

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Karen Sandoval and Jimmy Lucia to discuss the upcoming Cardinal View open house event on Saturday, October 25. For the full transcription of this episode, visit  https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with LU Dean of Students, Dr. Elizabeth De La Rosa, to hear about her role on campus and a preview of Homecoming Week 2025. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript . For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news.