LU Moment

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with this year’s David J. Beck Fellows to hear more about their cutting-edge summer research projects in Taiwan, New York and Massachusetts. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with journalism sophomore Victor Almazan to hear more about his journey at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dean Golden Wright to hear more about the College of Fine Arts & Communication at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Coach Aqua Franklin to hear more about the women's basketball program at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Bailey Jenkins to discuss “Next Draft: Student Work Series,” a multi-day performance highlighting original theater created by LU students. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Allie Sanford and Jonah Smith to hear more about their recent trip to Puerto Rico for Alternative Spring Break. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we with down with LU senior Adam Baeza to hear more about Red Beak Productions. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with John Lee and Mark Speirs to hear about the Small Business Development Center at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Clara Schreck, Jacob Smith and Evie Clifton to hear more about the LU Ambassadors program. The program is currently seeking applications until Monday, March 2. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Megan Begnaud from the Office of Student Aid to discuss financial aid opportunities available for students at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Micah Beutell and Austin Lloyd with Lamar Athletics to hear about athletics marketing and promotions and preview the upcoming spring season. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Sergeant Byron Popillion to learn more about the Lamar University Police Department and the safety measures that are in place for the new semester at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Sara Chavez to discuss medical and counseling services, health education, and the Student Health Center at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Coach Pete Rossomando to hear about the LU football team's historic 2025 run, and what's to come for the program. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Carsen Barrett to hear more about The Flock -- a student group created to increase attendance and spirit at LU athletic events. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Grayson Meek to hear more about the fifth annual Cardinal Lights holiday event coming on Tuesday, Nov. 18. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Chef Casey Gates to learn more about his 30 year career in the culinary field, and his role as culinary and hospitality instructor in the Department of Nutrition, Hospitality and Human Services at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with LU alumna, Emily Buesing, to learn more about her journey as a working artist, and to talk about LU Department of Theatre & Dance’s upcoming production of “The Importance of Being Earnest." For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Karen Sandoval and Jimmy Lucia to discuss the upcoming Cardinal View open house event on Saturday, October 25. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with LU Dean of Students, Dr. Elizabeth De La Rosa, to hear about her role on campus and a preview of Homecoming Week 2025. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with LU College of Business alumnus Julian Stevens to hear more about his clothing business, Dos Corazonez, and his recent visit to New York Fashion Week. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Tilisa Thibodeaux and Mohamed Irhabi to hear more about the Reaud Honors College at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Megan Thompson to hear more about the Lamar University Cheer Team. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Gene Theodori and Dr. Brian Williams to discuss the newly formed LU Rodeo Team and the upcoming Big Red's Roundup western day and rodeo at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Uliana Trylowsky and Aron Arceneaux to discuss Red Day 2025. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Chun-Wei Yao to hear more about the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Tim Pallone, coordinator of music education and interim director of athletic bands at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Sergio Mendez, a senior biology pre-medicine and first-generation student at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Kathryn Washington to hear more about the Lamar University Educational Leadership Department. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Lamar University President, Dr. Jaime Taylor, to discuss recent campus upgrades and academic and athletics highlights from the 2024-25 school year at LU. To check out the video podcast episode, visit: https://youtu.be/1b7Tg_GpA-Q?si=iQ4D5Q4YVk6imF8w.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Carlee Smith and Kara Pent to hear more about the New Student Orientation program at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Gordon Williams to hear about his 26-year career at LU, his role as Lamar University Television Studio Operations Manager, and his journey in filmmaking. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Ginger Gummelt to find out about her journey at LU and what's next for her.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we venture behind the scenes with Lamar 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 https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Beth Byers from the Lamar University Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences to learn more about a speech therapy program in partnership with Hamshire-Fannett ISD. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Christopher Harpe to hear about how his journey at Lamar University sparked a love for creative storytelling. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Liv Haselbach and Dr. Nicholas Brake from the LU Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, to hear about a new flood monitoring program that will help streamline storm recovery efforts in Southeast Texas. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with senior education major Adriana Wong to hear about how she turned her love for crocheting into a business. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Embry Robles, a construction management senior at Lamar University. From spearheading the construction of a local Wendy's restaurant to winning a leadership award for construction management, Embry has laid a solid foundation during his time at LU. For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Alan Brincks to learn about what's coming up with Lamar University Department of Theatre & Dance, including an upcoming outdoor production of Shakespeare's "As You Like It." For the full transcription of this episode, visit https://lamaru.us/lumomenttranscript.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Bayleigh Smith to learn more about Discover Engineering and the College of Engineering at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit the link here: https://www.lamar.edu/news-and-events/lu-moment/lu-moment-s8-ep8.htmlFor updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Caleb Buse, LU senior majoring in finance, accounting and industrial engineering. For the full transcription of this episode, visit the link here: https://www.lamar.edu/news-and-events/lu-moment/lu-moment-s8-ep7.html.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Diane Clark and Dr. Doug Williams to learn more about the Department of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education at Lamar University. For the full transcription of this episode, visit the link here: https://www.lamar.edu/news-and-events/lu-moment/index.htmlFor updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Mitchell Junious to hear about his journey in broadcasting and production at Lamar University. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Lamar University Head Softball Coach Amy Hooks as she shares about the team and her love for the sport.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Dr. Mustapha Jourdini and Dr. Gevorg Sargsyan to hear more about the study abroad program at LU.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Hayden Jackson to hear about Week of Welcome, Cardinal Activities Board, and student engagement at LU.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Haley Tyson and Nicole Kyles-Burton with the Center for Career & Professional Development.For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with Luis Lemmen to hear about his experience as an exchange student and his journey from Germany to Texas. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news. 

This week on the LU Moment, we sit down with LU sophomore Matthew Whitten to hear all about the annual Home for the Holidays program. For updates on the latest news and events at Lamar University, visit lamar.edu/news.