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Date: Thursday, Nov. 30, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Location: Wayne A. Reaud Building Courtyard
海角社区 will light up the holiday season with the third annual Cardinal Lights on Thursday, November 30 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the courtyard of the Wayne A. Reaud Building. Cardinal Lights will feature a holiday light display for LU faculty, staff, students and community members to enjoy, as well as children's activities, hot cocoa, holiday cookies, photos with Santa, and other festive fun. A fireworks display will take place at 6:30 p.m.
"Flip the Switch" Deadline: Monday, Nov. 20, 5:00 p.m.
We're looking for a 海角社区 employee who would do us the honor and "flip the switch" that will turn on our beautiful Cardinal Lights at the kick-off event. Are you and your family interested? Tell us why we should select you.
A decision will be made by Wednesday, November 22, and the chosen employee will be contacted directly with details. Cardinal Lights will take place on Thursday, November 20 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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EVENTS
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Chartwells to Host Late Night Breakfast Event
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 28, 9:00 - 11:30 p.m. Location: Brook-Shivers Dining Hall
The end of the semester is just around the corner, so for some late night eats and treats. Hypnotist and comedian, Dr. Jon Taylor, will be entertaining the crowd starting at 10 p.m. Come early to get good seats and see your peers get hypnotized. Please note that the LU Dining Hall will close at 8 p.m. to set up for the breakfast event.
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Holiday Wassail Celebration
Date: Thursday, Nov. 30, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: Mary & John Gray Library (Lobby)
All LU faculty, staff and students are invited to join the Mary & John Gray Library for delicious treats and warm wassail, a traditional spiced apple beverage.
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LU Records & Registration Seeking Commencement Volunteers
Date: Friday, Dec. 8 and Saturday Dec. 9 Location: Montagne Center
We need volunteers for our Fall 2023 commencement ceremonies. Do you need volunteer hours? Do you want to see behind-the-scenes? Do you want to be up close and personal cheering on your classmates? Are you a faculty member who wants to celebrate with your graduates? Contact Theresa Rankine at tparker9@lamar.edu or call (409) 880-8359.
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COMMUNITY
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LU Moment: Dr. Nicki Michalski Shines a Light on the Department of Communication and Media | S6 Ep. 11
Listen in to this week's , as we sit down with Dr. Nicki Michalski, associate professor and interim chair for the Department of Communication and Media at LU, to discuss department offerings, updates and accomplishments.
Tune in to this week's episode or past episodes of the LU Moment on , or wherever you get your podcasts.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Fatigue in the Workplace
Work fatigue is a growing problem. People feel overwhelmed, overworked, and tired. Even when they try to sleep, they can’t stop thinking about work or stop feeling the stress. Over time, this not only decreases your work performance but can also you put your health at risk. If you suffer from chronic work fatigue, develop methods to manage stress more effectively, such as regular exercise, daily mindfulness meditation, yoga, or seek professional help. You will sleep better. Contact the Ombuds office at (409) 880-8039 or visit our website for more information.
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LU Writing Center Hosts First Ever WAC Composition Awards
Deadline: Monday, Nov. 27, 11:59 p.m.
Faculty members who teach first-year writing classes are encouraged to nominate one deserving student by Nov. 27 for a first-of-its-kind Compy Award. Winners in six interdisciplinary categories will receive $50 and the honor of being a recognized writer on campus. See site for details on how to enter.
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27th Annual Cardinal Food Drive
Deadline: Thursday, Nov. 30, 5:00 p.m. Location: Setzer Student Center, Room 208
Donate to our Cardinal Pantry and the Southeast Texas Food Bank this holiday season. Bring non-perishable food items to Room 208 in the Setzer Student Center. Make sure to tell us your organization or department name, and the team with the most donated items will be recognized.
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Center for Resiliency Launches New SmartStorm Initiative
The LU Center for Resiliency has launched a new distance learning portal, , that will provide useful and critical information for preparing for and coping with the effects of hurricanes, floods and damaging weather. Three courses will be available with certificates and a disaster preparedness backpack, while supplies last.
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Advance Your Career with a Master's in English
Deadline: Friday, Dec. 1, 12:00 a.m.
Advance your career and enhance your professional communication, information analysis, and research skills while indulging your love of literature, writing, and great conversation with a Master's in English.
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Proposed Policy Open for Lamar Community Comment
Deadline: Wednesday, Dec. 6, 5:00 p.m.
海角社区 values community input and is committed to listening and reflecting on comments regarding the proposed policy.
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Submit to Pulse, LU's Student Literary Magazine
Deadline: Friday, Dec. 15, 12:00 a.m.
Submissions will be open from October 15 to December 15 for Pulse magazine. Submission categories include: poetry, short fiction, scholarly essays, creative nonfiction, poetry in translation, and art. Submissions are open to all students, regardless of major. $100 prizes will be given for each category. A publication release party and reading event will be held in May of 2024.
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Proposed Policy Open for Lamar Community Comment
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 20, 5:00 p.m.
海角社区 values community input and is committed to listening and reflecting on comments regarding proposed policy.
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2024 David J. Beck Fellowship Application Deadline Extended
Date: Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
The 2024 David J. Beck Fellowship application will remain open until Jan. 16, 2024. Faculty and staff are encouraged to motivate students you know to apply for this prestigious fellowship. Please visit the website for the application requirements and award information.
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