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March 28, 2025
Ƶ will recognize five exceptional graduates at the annual Distinguished Alumni Awards on Friday, Apr. 4 at the Setzer Student Center’s Live Oak Ballroom.
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April 14, 2025
Regori “Jojo” McGill, a junior political science major from San Diego, California, has been named Ƶ’s First-Generation Student of the Month for April.
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Student Life
April 11, 2025
Ƶ's College of Engineering celebrated Engineering Week (EWeek) with a series of events, workshops and competitions designed to inspire students and highlight the diverse fields of engineering.
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February 14, 2025
The Ƶ College of Engineering hosted its annual Spindletop Showdown VEX Robotics competition, featuring more than 30 high school teams competing for the tournament champion title.
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Arts and Culture
April 17, 2025
The Ƶ Department of Theatre & Dance will conclude its 2024–2025 season with Dance Unleashed, a vibrant concert featuring student performances in modern, contemporary, tap, jazz, and more.
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