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This week on the LU Moment, Troy Gray, director of Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum speaks about the return of Big Red's Ride Classic and Antique Car Show and what Cardinal fans can look forward to this year! For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, Christian Guillory, Student Government Association president, and Luiz Ramirez, SGA vice president, share what the organization learned over the past year, major projects for the academic year and more. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

Lamar University is gearing up for LU Red Day, the annual day of giving, while the LU Black Alumni Network sets its sights on the annual scholarship gala. This week on the LU Moment, Lauren Wilson dishes on the importance of giving back and Aaron Lavergne '17 shares how the LU Black Alumni Network is working to mentor and inspire the next generation of Cardinals.  For updates on the latest ne...

The Accessibility Resource Center is the university-designated resource for accomodations. This week on the LU Moment, ARC director Tammy Lillly talks about how the reimagined center is working to support students with disabilities. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, Dr. Freddie Titus reflects on his time at Lamar University as he enters his 40th year stepping into the role of interim vice president for the Division of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

The KVLU documentary series Bayoulands is gearing up for its 6th season. This week on the LU Moment, KVLU production director Jason Miller talks about the history of the Bayoulands show, his most memorable episodes and exciting topics the 6th season will feature.  For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the https://open.spotify.com/show/5ksVrZeOBAOOGLxfe51de1?si=8616549787c3420f (LU Moment), LU Athletics Director Jeff O'Malley talks about his 27-year history in athletics and his future vision for the department including his goal to bring NIL (name, image and likeness) opportunities for student-athletes at Lamar University. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar Univ...

This week on the LU Moment, upon his retirement, Norman Bellard reflects on his 22-year history at Lamar University as a student athlete, a mentor and a champion for student success.  For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

Newly named Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Dann Brown has been laser-focused on student success. This week on the LU Moment, he talks about strategic planning, his vision for Lamar University and his excitement in celebrating commencement. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, DAVID MULCAHY, director of the small business development center, talks about how the SBDC is helping businesses rebuild two years after the start of the pandemic. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, Lamar University President Jaime Taylor and First Lady Stacy Taylor reflect back on their first year at LU. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week of the LU Moment, professor Garrick Harden talks about how the LU Center for Resiliency is working for educate the Southeast Texas area on hurricane preparedness. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, venture capitalist Jack Gill '58 and his wife Linda Gill discuss their journey to success and their passion in inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs.  For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

The Lamar University Dishman Art Museum has launched it's their fourth juried art exhibition for LU Alumni titled "After School Special." This week on the LU Moment, museum Director Dennis Kiel and Audra LaCour, lab technician for the Department of Art & Design, speak on their excitment in hosting the first juried art show since the start of pandemic, the interpretation of art a...

Lamar University is gearing up to welcome the class of 2026 to campus for New Student Orientation. This week on the LU Moment, Brandie VanZanden, director of New Student and Leadership Programs, and Assistant director of NSLP Morgan Pulliam talk about their excitement in hosting NSO and how future Cardinals can prepare. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu...

Nicole Kyles-Burton has a knack for networking and a passion for helping LU students become career-ready. This week on the LU Moment, she speaks about her job as a career consultant in the LU Center for Career and Professional Development and what motivates her to continue mentoring Cardinals long after they've left the nest. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visi...

Data analysts are some of the most sought-after professionals in the world! This week on the LU Moment, Dr. Kakoli Bandyopadhyay, professor of management information systems and director of Graduate Studies, speaks about the new data analytics certification program at LU and how it can launch future Cardinals into a successful career in any profession. For updates on the latest news and events at...

This week on the LU Moment, Dr. Christina Gregory takes an in-depth look at the effects of military service on female veterans. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

Senior data anlaytics major Christian Craddock speaks on his experience working at Walt Disney World, a dream he's had since he was a child. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

Dr. Tony DeMars, department chair of the department of communications and media, dishes on his vision for LUTV News and creating a collaborative learning environment through media. Then, LU cheer and dance coach Courtney Sutton speaks about the LU dance team's big championship win. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

Thierry Epassa, LU engineering graduate, speaks on his love for the LU College of Engineering and how his engineering degree prepapred him for a successful career in the field. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

Dr. Terri Davis, associate professor and department chair of political science, has been awarded the David J. Beck Teaching Excellence Award. Annually, the David J. Beck Teaching Excellence Award. The award carries with it a check of $25,000. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

Richard Condit, director of Jazz Ensembles at LU, dishes on the upcoming Jimmy Simmons Jazz Festival. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, Amy Elizabeth, instructor of dance, dishes on all things dance and what the community can look forward to with this years performance of "Dance Unleashed." For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news.