ACADEMY ESSENTIALS
Which platform should students use to contact administrators?
Lamar Email
What is the minimum number of weekly check-in hours required?
Three
What leadership roles run the Community Meetings?
Class Presidents and PM Lead
What is the minimum GPA requirement for the academy?
3.0
When are weekend travel forms due?
Thursday by 4PM
What is the name of the Lamar University Honors College?
Reaud Honors College
Is there a dress code?
Yes
Name two locations outside the TA where check-ins can be completed?
STARS, Writing Center, LU Success Center, Math Lab
Name two official TA clubs/committees
Art, Journalism, STEM, Red Robotics, Med, Social Media Committee, Social Activities Committee, Honors Society
Where does advising take place for academy students?
In the Texas Academy!
What time is curfew?
Sunday - Thursday; 11PM
Friday - Saturday - 12AM
How many service hours are required for TA students?
12 each semester
How many absences did returning seniors report for the 2024-2025 year?
108
What hours are designated quiet hours?
8AM - 12PM
18 per semester
Where can students check their grades?
Blackboard and/or Self Service Banner
Who is allowed in the dorms?
Only TA students that live IN the dorms
How early should you request a letter of recommendation?
At least two weeks before the due date
Will Texas Academy use preferred names/pronouns under any official capacity?
No - TEC, Sec. 25.0021
What hours is the academy building open?
8-5, Monday - Friday
Can you be a student leader with a disciplinary record?
No
What is the minimum number of honors hours needed to graduate as distinguished?
9 hours
Can walkthroughs be done without notice?
How many honors credits do you need to graduate as distinguished with TA?
9
What year did the Texas Academy start?
1993
Who is responsible for confirming all check in hours are completed?
YOU ARE
What platform can you use to submit TA forms and register for events?
LU Hub
What does FEPRA prevent parents from accessing without student permission?
EVERYTHING
What are the departure and arrival times for closed weekends?
4PM departure or immediately following workshop/CM and arrival time after 2PM
What are the two grant opportunities offered through the Office of Undergraduate Research?
OUR and SURF