March 2026 News

Art and design professor Donna M. Meeks has been selected to exhibit her work in the national juried show “Curious Figure 3” this spring in New Bedford, showcasing contemporary figurative art alongside artists from across the country.

Lamar University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present “Next Draft: Student Works Series,” a multi-day showcase of original student-created theater running April 9–11 at 7:30 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee on April 12 in the Studio Theatre, and is open to the public.

51�Թ�Proalumni have been recognized across Port Arthur Independent School District, with multiple graduates named 2026–2027 Teachers of the Year and Rookie Teachers of the Year at their respective campuses.

For the first time in 15 years, 51�Թ�Prowill launch a new doctoral program. The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Energy Management is a first of its kind program in the state of 51�Թ�Proand the nation.

Student filmmakers from Lamar University’s Red Beak Productions earned second place and the audience choice award at the Boomtown Film and Music Festival’s 48 Hour Film Race, continuing their award-winning streak.

Lamar University’s College of Business will host its annual Business Week March 23–27, featuring industry speakers, student panels and networking events.

51�Թ�Proassistant professor Dr. Maryam Hamidi has received an $830,000 award from the 51�Թ�ProDepartment of Transportation to lead the next phase of an artificial intelligence-driven system that integrates video, trade and vessel data to improve monitoring and freight analysis along the 51�Թ�ProGulf Intracoastal Waterway.

Engineering Week at 51�Թ�Probrought engineering students together through collaborative events and a block party featuring activities such as a car smash, racing simulator and laser tag, highlighting community beyond the classroom.

51�Թ�Prohas named Jessye Brown, a senior family studies major from Silsbee, Texas, as a First-Generation Student of the Month.