March 2025 News

51�Թ�Prowill stage a live outdoor performance of William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” from Apr. 10-13.

51�Թ�ProAcademy student Isabella Tran has been selected for the highly competitive Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation High School Summer Program in Biomedical Sciences at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

51�Թ�Prowill recognize five exceptional graduates at the annual Distinguished Alumni Awards on Friday, Apr. 4 at the Setzer Student Center’s Live Oak Ballroom.

Lamar University’s College of Business hosted its latest Distinguished Speakers Series event on Tuesday, March 25, welcoming Dr. Jaime Taylor, president of Lamar University.

LU’s study abroad program in Granada, Spain, running from May 16 to May 31, 2025, offers students a unique opportunity to gain international business insights through academic seminars, corporate visits, and cultural immersion in collaboration with the University of Granada.

Latin Grammy award-winning musician José Valentino will visit 51�Թ�Profor a two-day guest artist residency on March 27-28, offering workshops on music, business, and entrepreneurship before concluding with a concert alongside the 51�Թ�ProFlute Ensemble.

Dr. Philip Cole has been named Executive Director of the Center for Midstream Management and Science (CMMS) at Lamar University.

51�Թ�Proengineering students visited the Quanta Advanced Training Center, earning OSHA certifications, networking with industry professionals, and gaining hands-on experience through a partnership supporting career development.

51�Թ�Prohas once again been recognized for its commitment to affordable, high-quality education, with three of its online degree programs earning top spots in the Affordable Degree Guide’s 2025 rankings.

Dr. Rebecca Boone's journey as interim dean of Lamar University's College of Arts and Sciences is a testament to resilience, leadership, and the power of community as she navigates both academic challenges and a personal battle with breast cancer.

51�Թ�Prorecognizes Sergio Mendez, a senior Biology Pre-Med major from Nederland, Texas, as the First-Generation Student of the Month for March.

51�Թ�Probroke ground on the Teri and Glen Morgan Baseball Complex, an 8,500-square-foot facility set to transform the baseball program with state-of-the-art amenities.

51�Թ�Prostudents, Jonah Watts and Ana Morfin, have accepted positions with Blue Origin, a leading aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company founded by Amazon’s Jeff Bezos.

The Smith-Hutson Scholars Program at 51�Թ�Proprovides life-changing financial support and mentorship to students facing financial barriers, enabling them to pursue higher education and achieve their academic and career goals.

51�Թ�Prohas earned the R2 designation for high research activity, surpassing key benchmarks in research expenditures and doctorates awarded, positioning itself as a rising leader in scientific innovation and academic excellence.

Mary Wickland has been named Lamar University’s new vice president for operations and chief financial officer.