TA STUDENT SELECTED FOR THE CARL B. & FLORENCE E. KING FOUNDATION SUMMER PROGRAM 

Isabella Tran is among twelve students chosen for this prestigious program, which offers a unique opportunity to engage in a research project within a biomedical discipline. Under the mentorship of a full-time MD Anderson faculty member, she will gain hands-on experience while exploring the fundamental principles that drive scientific investigation.

TA STUDENT JANAI COLLINS SELECTED FOR UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ACTING PROGRAM

The B.F.A. Acting Program guides a select ensemble of 16 students through an integrated curriculum incorporating acting, voice and speech, movement, stage and screen combat, theatre history, play analysis and more. Students gain both foundational knowledge and practical proficiency, becoming creative, collaborative, technique-based performing artists. With the assistance and individualized attention of a faculty mentor, students navigate the curriculum and gain practical experience by mounting eight fully produced productions each season across three distinct performance spaces. There are also opportunities to work with the Houston Shakespeare Festival, UH’s professional theatre company.

RED ROBOTICS QUALIFIES FOR WORLDS

The Red robotics teams traveled to Houston, TX with the college of engineering to compete in the VEX Robotics Texas Region 3 Championship. one of the teams qualified to compete at the world championship! The competition will be held in dallas during the month of may.​

TA STUDENTS PERFORM AT TMEA AUDITIONS

NATIONAL MERIT LETTER OF COMMENDATION

TA Senior Paul Curry was awarded a Letter of Commendation for outstanding performance on the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test in 2023. This academic recognition is given to high-performing students who score in the top 50,000 out of over 1.3 million PSAT test-takers.

TA UNVEILS NEW STUDENT SPACE: THE BAT CAVE

The Texas Academy Bat Cave is now officially open! A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the occasion, with generous contributors from the Lamar University College of Business gathering to celebrate the new student space. Designed to enhance academic and extracurricular opportunities, the Bat Cave will serve as a hub for Texas Academy students to study, collaborate, and host student-led meetings. Texas Academy extends its gratitude to the LU College of Business School of Accounting, Finance, and Economics for their generosity in creating a dedicated space for student growth and engagement.

TEXAS ACADEMY STUDENTS SHINE IN LU THEATRE'S PETER PAN

Texas Academy students Kiera Howington and Janai Collins took the stage in Lamar University Theater’s production of Peter Pan, delivering standout performances as Wendy and Captain Hook. After months of dedication and rehearsals, the duo showcased their talent in multiple shows, captivating audiences with their exceptional portrayals. Their hard work and commitment to the arts highlight the impressive abilities of Texas Academy students both in and out of the classroom.

TA HOSTS INNOVATION COLLABORATION CAMP TO INSPIRE STEM CAREERS

The Texas Academy at Lamar University, in partnership with key sponsors, recently hosted the Innovation ColLABoration Camp, part of the Governor’s Summer Merit Program. Designed to spark interest in high-demand STEM careers, the camp provided hands-on learning experiences. Dr. Tilisa Thibodeaux played a key role in securing nearly $100,000 in funding from the Texas Workforce Commission, expanding opportunities for students. Participants also engaged in a STEM research study, exploring postsecondary pathways and fostering collaboration between education and workforce development programs.

LAMAR UNIVERSITY PRESENTS TA STUDENTS FULL RIDE SCHOLARSHIPS

Lamar University awarded the Class of 2024 5 full-ride scholarships. Presidential Scholarships were awarded to Alli Gross, Nikhil Patel, Natalie Bean, and Joshua Florence. The SETX Legends Scholarship was awarded to Macy Ostten. 

JOANNE YI NAMED NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALIST

Joanne Yi, a student at Lamar University's Texas Academy, has achieved the honor of being named a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist. The National Merit Scholarship Program is a United States academic scholarship competition for recognition and university scholarships. The program is open to high school juniors who take the PSAT/NMSQT and meet specific criteria, such as achieving a high score on the test. Read more about it here.

TAMUN EXCELS AT HAMUN CONFERENCE

The Texas Academy Model United Nations team (TAMUN) had a great week competing at the Houston Area Model United Nations Conference at the University of Houston! Over 1200 delegates attended the conference, and TAMUN came out on top. 

TA PARTNERS WITH TREE-PLENISH TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABILITY

Texas Academy students are teaming up with the nonprofit Tree-Plenish to make their community greener. On April 20, 2024, they will plant 100 saplings to offset the school's energy consumption from the past academic year. Community members can support the initiative by ordering a sapling for their yard or volunteering for the event. Saplings—available in Pecan, Eastern Redbud, and Red Maple—are $5 each. Join the effort to create a more sustainable future and help reach the goal!

TEXAS ACADEMY STUDENTS AWARDED RESEARCH GRANTS FROM OUR

Four Texas Academy students have been awarded research grant funding from the Lamar University Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR), recognizing their dedication to academic excellence. These students successfully applied for grants, secured faculty mentors, and presented their projects at the OUR Expo.

• Philippine Brossard (Biology, TA Senior) – “Molecular-based Species Confirmation of Tardigrades from Lichen Habitats of SETEX Live Oak Trees”
• Natalie Bean (Nursing, TA Senior) – “Firearm Safety Education and Injury Prevention in Healthcare”
• Chloe Doyle (Political Science) – “A Comprehensive Exploration of Social Dynamics in Modern America through Bourdieuian Analysis”
• Eunice Yi (Biology, TA Senior) – “Bioremoval of Heavy Metals for Synthetic Wastewater using Galdieria Sulphuraria”

Congratulations to these students for their outstanding achievements in research!

TA SENIOR RECOGNIZED AS NATIONAL MERIT COMMENDED STUDENT

Evelyn Hardy, a Texas Academy senior from Cuero, Texas, has been named a Commended Student by the National Merit Scholarship Program, an honor awarded to students demonstrating exceptional academic promise based on SAT performance.

Out of more than 15 million high school students nationwide, only 34,000 earn this prestigious designation. While Commended Students do not advance in the National Merit Scholarship competition, the recognition highlights Hardy’s dedication and opens doors to future educational opportunities.