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�Ļ�Ӱ��'s Department of Theatre & Dance will present "The Self Destruction of Emma James," a new play by Kate Brennan exploring sacrifice, self-preservation, and life’s challenges, from Feb. 13-16 in the Studio Theatre.

Dr. Freddie Titus, recognized as "Man of the Year" at the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Brunch, was honored for his decades-long commitment to education, diversity, and community service, reflecting Dr. King's principles of equality and justice.

�Ļ�Ӱ�� has been selected as one of 20 new Network Leaders in the FirstGen Forward Network for its commitment to advancing first-generation student success through innovative initiatives and institution-wide approaches.

�Ļ�Ӱ��’s Department of Music will host its annual Collage 2025 concert on Jan. 31, featuring diverse musical performances by acclaimed faculty artists, with proceeds benefiting student programs.

�Ļ�Ӱ�� is seeking faculty, staff, and students to serve as mentors and ambassadors for its Cardinal Communities program, which supports first-time college students' transition to university life through seminars, check-ins, and personalized guidance.

�Ļ�Ӱ�� President Jaime Taylor, along with the Deans of the university's five academic colleges, has announced the Fall 2024 President’s List and Dean’s List.

�Ļ�Ӱ�� named Tashia LeBlanc, a senior in multidisciplinary studies, as January's First Generation Student of the Month.

Dr. Jeff Forret's The Price They Paid exposes the U.S. government's 19th-century efforts to secure reparations for slave owners after shipwrecks, highlighting the stark neglect of justice for emancipated captives.

�Ļ�Ӱ�� earned high national and statewide rankings from University HQ for its online and on-campus programs, including top placements in criminal justice, clinical psychology, computer programming, and human resources.

The �Ļ�Ӱ�� College of Education and College of Arts and Sciences, in partnership with Jefferson County, are launching the F.O.R.M. Program in January 2025 to support first-time juvenile offenders aged 13 to 16 with academic resources, mentorship, and career opportunities to reduce recidivism and help them build a better future.

The Spindletop Boomtown Museum will commemorate the 124th anniversary of the historic Spindletop Oil Boom on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025.

Zeppelin University student Luis Lemmen found his perfect fit at �Ļ�Ӱ��, where he embraced Southern culture and gained valuable hands-on journalism experience.

�Ļ�Ӱ�� earned national recognition in 2025 from Intelligent.com for its exceptional online and accelerated education programs, with top rankings in categories such as Gifted and Talented Education, Quickest Online Bachelor’s Degrees, and Fastest Online Finance and Criminal Justice Degrees.