Lamar History
When was Lamar University Founded?
1923
What is Lamar's mascot?
Lamar Cardinals
More than 17,000. Lamar is one of the fastest growing Texas University.
Around how many Alumni does Lamar have?
Over 100,000. There are 109,000 Alumni in 65 countries around the world.
Who is our current Lamar President?
Dr. Jamie Taylor - our 16th president.
What was the original name of the University when it was first founded?
South Park Junior College
What are Lamar's school colors?
Red & White
When did Football return to Lamar?
2010 after a 21 year hiatus.
How many U.S. states have Lamar Alumni living in them?
All of them! There is also a Lamar Alumni living in every county in Texas!
How many national sororities and fraternities are on campus?
19
When did the name officially change to Lamar University?
1971
What are our Mascots names?
Big Red & LU (Lou)
What is the name of our Football Stadium?
Provost Umphrey Stadium.
What movie have you seen the Mary and John Gray Library in?
The movie Shrek! LU Alum Kelly Asbury was the animator for Lord Farquaad's castle!
Where can you find information about Lamar's Clubs, Organizations, Fraternities/sororities?
LU Hub! 281 different groups!
Who was Lamar University named after?
Mirabeau B. Lamar - There is a statue of his head in the quad.
What is the title of our fight song?
Go Big Red
Who is Lamar's rival in sports?
McNeese University - Battle of the Border. Last Football game of the season.
What Beaumont restaurant/enterprise was founded by a Lamar Grad?
Jason's Deli - Founded by Joe Tortorice in 1971 which now has 275 locations in 28 states.
What are 3 things you can do at the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center? (The Rec).
Fitness Center, Indoor track, Indoor Soccer, Multipurpose Court, Game Room, Racquetball Courts, Fitness & Indoor Cycling Studios, Basketball Courts, Climbing Wall, Indoor Pool. Group Fitness Classes, Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, Outdoor Pursuits.
What was the person Lamar was named after known for?
2nd Republic of Texas President. "Father of Education" in Texas.
Who wrote our Alma Mater (School Song)?
Lamar Professor - Gilbert Rhodes Smartt.
Who was the first Fraternity on campus?
Kappa Alpha (KA) in 1956.
What Country Song was written by a LU grad?
It's Five O'Clock Somewhere! Written by LU Alum Don Rollins and performed by Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett.
Where can the Lamar Shuttle take me?
Around Campus (several different pick up and drop off locations), HEB (on Wednesdays & Sundays), Parkdale Mall (on Saturdays).