Campus Update: February 2026

Welcome to the first edition of the monthly campus update designed to help you stay informed of what’s happening on campus. Got a tip? Send it to communications@lamarpa.edu.

 

Lamar State College Port Arthur starts 2026 strong with record preliminary Spring enrollment: 5,117 total students this spring, with 74% dual credit, 25% traditional students. Correctional facility students represented 1% of total spring enrollment, and workforce programs currently have 241 students enrolled. Across LSCPA programs, 47% student enrollment is academic and 53% is technical.

LSCPA kicked off 2026 with vibrant Homecoming celebrations—including special recognition for President’s and Dean’s List students at the basketball game—strong LSCPA presence at the Workforce Solutions Youth Expo, $2 million in funding for the Advanced Terminal Workforce Development project, and a full calendar of upcoming events connecting students, faculty, staff, and local industry and business. 

 

In the News

LSCPA received $2 million in funding for the Advanced Terminal Workforce Development project, an addition to the LSCPA CDL facility in Beaumont. Channel 12 Beaumont covered the story and you can watch it here. 

 

Homecoming Celebrates the LSCPA Community and Academic Excellence

LSCPA’s Homecoming week blended tradition and celebration, from mechanical bull riding and line dancing to a basketball game wrapping up the week. For the first time, President’s List and Dean’s List students were invited onto the court at halftime to be recognized for their academic excellence, underscoring the college’s commitment to celebrating achievement both on and off the court.

The Homecoming basketball game also  concluded with the crowning of the newest Homecoming Court:

King: Martins Adonry  - Double Major: AA in Business Administration and AA in Academic Studies

Queen: Tonea Williams – AAS in Instrumentation

Prince: Isaiah Brooks – AA in Academic Studies

Princess: Rickeyia Duhon - AA in Academic Studies

Duke: Julius Charles – AA in Academic Studies

Dutchess: Kailey Harrison – AAS in Process Technology

 

LSCPA Connects with Students at 20+ School Districts Across Southeast Texas

LSCPA was fully represented at the Workforce Solutions annual Youth Expo at Doggett Ford Park on February 5. Hundreds of students met with faculty and staff across each LSCPA department and experienced hands-on demonstrations — from guitar playing to millwright skills in action.

 

🗓️ Upcoming Events

LSCPA always has a full calendar of events for the entire campus community. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to always stay up to date. 

March 5 – LSCPA will host a regional Citizen Bee civics competition on March 5 at 5:30 p.m., moderated by Judge Mitch Templeton, where high school students compete in a spelling bee–style contest on American history, the U.S. Constitution, Supreme Court cases, and current events, with winners advancing to the state competition in Austin.

March 12 – Faculty Member Carl Richardson will be inducted into the Vidor Walk of Fame for his contributions to local music. The ceremony will be Thursday, March 12 at the Vidor Visitor’s Center. 

March 19 – The Creative Arts and Service Department will host its Spring Concert & Art show in the Performing Arts Center Theater on Tuesday, March 19 at 6:30 pm featuring student band Coastline, the Graphic Design & Studio Art Programs, and more. 

March 24 – LSCPA will host its fifth annual Industry Chats event on Tuesday, March 24, bringing petrochemical professionals to campus for a live Q&A with students interested in careers in the industry, with options for in-person and streamed participation. 

April 11 - Save the date for Seahawk Saturday, a community-wide event where LSCPA opens its doors to prospective students and community members to discover the breadth of programs and specialized learning facilities LSCPA has to offer. This event needs your support and participation – contact Joshua Utomwen or your department chair for details. 

 

Important Upcoming Dates

  • February 23: Last day for students to drop a class without a penalty. 
  • March 5: Citizen Bee Competition, Performing Arts Theater 
  • March 9-13: Spring Break for Students
  • March 11 - 13: Campus Closed for Spring Break 
  • March 24: Industry Chats Event Sponsored by Motiva, Ruby Fuller Building 
  • April 1: Registration for Fall 2026 Begins
  • May 15: Spring Commencement Ceremony (graduation) 
  • Check the Basketball and Softball Schedules
  • Calling all Entrepreneurs: Check the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Schedule for opportunities to grow and build your business