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ÃÛÌÒAPP Weekly Update ÃÛÌÒAPP Faculty and Staff
Week of September 30, 2024
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2024 Volunteer Fair
Volunteer Fair

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 1, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

Stop by our Fall 2024 Volunteer Fair where you can meet over 50 different organizations and find out when/how/where you can help and get your service hours.

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"Where The Amish Vacation" and "To Live" On View at the Dishman

Date(s): Now through Saturday Nov. 2
Location: Dishman Art Museum

Both exhibitions will be open from Sept. 20 through Nov. 2. The opening reception for both shows will be held Friday, Sept. 27, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Fall Career Expo
Fall Career Expo

Date: Thursday, Oct. 3, Noon - 3 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center, Live Oak Ballroom

The is open to all students and alumni of all majors seeking internships, co-ops, and full-time positions in a variety of fields. Appropriate attire in business casual or professional dress is required to attend this event. Bring copies of your resume to share with employers.

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National Stuttering Association Beaumont/Lamar Chapter Meeting

Date: Thursday, Oct. 3, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Via

If you stutter, you are not alone. It’s estimated that over 160 Lamar faculty, students and staff share the common experience of stuttering. Come join our support group, a proven way to build self-confidence, practice speaking, and explore ways to cope with stuttering.

WOrld Smile Day
World Smile Day

Date: Friday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center

October is National Dental Hygiene Month and Friday, Oct. 4 is World Smile Day. We are teaming up with other organizations on campus and to educate students about dental health and learn how to make an appointment.

TA Preview Day
Texas Academy Preview Day

Date: Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. - Noon
Location: ÃÛÌÒAPP Science & Technology Building

At Texas Academy Preview Day, learn firsthand from our staff and students on why the academy may be the right fit for you. We will cover multiple topics including admissions process, student life, academics, and research. More info can be found .

Another Book Release
"Another Way" Book Release Reading and Lecture

Date: Saturday, Oct. 5, 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Price Auditorium

Join us for a reading and lecture celebrating the release of Another Way: Poetry and Prose from high school students in Jefferson County. Joe Francisco, Beaumont-raised chemist from U-Penn, will also be giving a lecture. All are welcome.

Generative A.I. Now: Practical Implications for Accounting and Business Professionals

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 8, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Landes Auditorium

Join the ÃÛÌÒAPP College of Business to hear from Eric Cohen, C.P.A., a visionary leader in emerging technologies, as he discusses the effects of Generative A.I. on the accounting and business world.

ÃÛÌÒAPP Breaks Ground on New Intramural Field

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 9, 10 - 11 a.m.
Location: Wayne A. Reaud Administration Building (courtyard)

Join us as we break ground on the new intramural field. ÃÛÌÒAPP Cheer, Band, and Dance will be present.

World Mental Health Day Event

Date: Thursday, Oct. 10, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Setzer Student Center Atrium

The Office of Strategic Initiatives is hosting a World Mental Health Day event. The purpose is to raise awareness about mental health issues, reducing stigma, and promoting mental well-being. There will be information provided by ÃÛÌÒAPP student organizations and community-based organizations.

Turtle On a Post
Turtle on a Post: Memoirs of Carl Parker with Jim Sanderson

Date: Thursday, Oct. 10, 6 - 7 p.m.
Location: Tyrrell Historical Library (695, Pearl Street, Beaumont)

ÃÛÌÒAPP Writer-in-Residence Dr. Jim Sanderson will talk about his work with Carl Parker in writing his memoirs Turtle on a Post. Parker (1934-2024) was born in Port Arthur and served 33 years (1962-1995) in the Texas Legislature. Sanderson is an award-winning author of eight novels and he is also a creative writing teacher. Find out more info here.