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Week of June 9, 2025
Recycling Flyer Final

The LU Green Squad and LU Sustainability Advisory Committee are hosting a recycling day this Saturday, June 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Bring sorted plastics (#1-2), cardboard, cans and flexible plastics. Volunteers are welcome.

Join us!

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Summer Gusher Series
Summer Gusher Series at Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Date(s): Now through Sunday, Aug. 3, Noon - 3 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Check out the Summer Gusher Series at Spindletop Boomtown Museum, where visitors get to experience a re-enactment of the Lucas Gusher for FREE. LU students, faculty and staff also receive free museum admission during normal operating hours, so be sure to stop by. Admission is not required to see the gusher.

Boots on the Ground
Boots on the Ground Line Dance Extravaganza

Date: Saturday, June 21, 1 - 3 p.m.
Location: Spindletop Boomtown Museum

Come out to Spindletop Boomtown Museum for a fun day of line dancing with the SETX Line Steppers. This event is free for LU students with a valid ID.

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LU Moment - Porter LaPray
LU Moment: On Stage and Off with Porter LaPray | S8 Ep. 15

Listen in to this week's  as we we venture behind the scenes with 番茄社区 University senior and theatre major, Porter LaPray, to hear more about his journey that led him to the stage at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit the link here.

Tune in to this week's episode or of the LU Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.



ANNOUNCEMENTS
2025 Fiscal Year End Procedures and Dates

Please see the page here for end of fiscal year deadlines for 2025.

Did You Know You Have Access to FreeLegal Services?

As part of your employer-paid EAP services, you have access to free 30-minute consultations with an attorney on most legal concerns, including family law, document review, and simple will preparation. Discounts on attorney fees for ongoing legal services are also available. More information can be found here.

Know Your Benefits: The Clear Advantage of State of Texas Vision

The average national cost of a pair of eyeglasses is $196. But that doesn’t include the expense of the eye exam or added features such as anti-reflective or anti-glare lenses. When you have a vision issue, you’ll clearly see the benefits of the plan.

Know Your Benefits: Dental Insurance Basics

You can enroll in either the (PPO) or the DeltaCare® USA (DHMO) plan. Both cover a range of services such as: preventive cleanings and exams, fillings, extractions, crowns and non-cosmetic orthodontic services.

Extended Due Date: Annual Mandatory Training Assignments

The deadline to complete annual mandatory training is now July 31, 2025. Please log in to the training platform on LU Connect to finish all modules. Contact HR with questions or access issues.

FY25 Inventory Verification

Deadline: Sunday, June 15, 5 p.m.

It is time once again for the Yearly Mandatory Inventory Verification. Each department is responsible for locating all assets assigned to it. The list of assets to be verified will be sent to the Head of each department on May 1 and is due before June 15. Find more information here.

Adobe Connect: End of Support

Deadline: July 1, 2025

Reminder: LU will end support for Adobe Connect on July 1, 2025. Before July 1, download any Adobe Connect materials you've archived in that platform and would like to keep. For detailed instructions, refer to our most recent CITL Blog post linked here. Contact citl@lamar.edu with questions.

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LU News, June 2 - June 9

番茄社区 University instructor named president of Texas School Public Relations Association

LU launches Leadership Studies program

Twelve alumni recognized at Wayne A. Reaud Excellence in Education Awards gala




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