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Helpful Resources for Students and Faculty

Student Resources:

This guide provides an array of essential resources aimed at enhancing academic and personal growth for students and faculty within the College of Arts & Sciences. From tutoring and research opportunities to health and wellness services, financial aid, and living support, this document covers key programs and services designed to support the Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô community in every aspect of their academic journey.

College of Arts and Sciences Webpage

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Advising

Use the links below to find your advisor:

Freshmen and Sophomores 

Juniors and Seniors 


 

LU Library resources 

Mary and John Gray Library Webpage

  • Helpful Information-
    • Loaner Lap Top Program, Room 706 7th floor of the LU Library between 8:30 am -4:00 pm M-F. You’ll need your LU ID. 

 

Student Research

  • Individual faculty-sponsored student research (See faculty in academic departments) 

 

Health and Wellness

Local Hospitals / Emergency Centers:

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    • 2555 Jimmy Johnson Blvd, Port Arthur, TX, 77640 
    • (409) 724-7389 

 Medical Services (including immunizations):

  • LU Student Health Center (offers medical services, sexual health, and lab and pharmacy services) 
    • (409) 880-8466 
    • Email:  shc@lamar.edu 
    • 4465 Jimmy Simmons Blvd 
      Beaumont, TX 77705 
      (Inside the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center) 
  • Gulf Coast Health Centers (medical, vision, women’s health, pharmacy) Free transportation; sliding scale 
    • 2548 Memorial, Port Arthur, TX, 77640, (409) 983-1161 
    • 610 Strickland, Ste 380, Orange, TX, 77630 (409) 983 –1161 
    • 755 N. 4th St., Silsbee, TX, 77656, (409) 983-1161  
  • (Immunizations, STD testing). Sliding scale payment. 
    • 3040 College Street 
      Beaumont TX 77705 
      (409) 832-4000  
  • CVS Minute Clinic (walk-in clinic, medical services, immunizations, physicals) Self-pay and insurance 
    • 2950 Dowlen Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706 
    • 2712 Hwy 365, Nederland, TX, 77627 
    • 290 Strickland Drive, Orange, TX 77630  
  • Medical and HIV Prevention/Treatment. Sliding scale 
    • 1495 N. 7th St. Beaumont, TX (409) 832-3377 
    • 3727 N. 16th St, Orange, TX (409) 920-4223   

Maternal/Child Services : 

    • 3740 Laurel Avenue 
      Beaumont TX 77707 
      (409) 898-4005 
  • (Immunizations, STD testing). Sliding scale payment.
    • 3040 College Street 
      Beaumont TX 77705 
      (409) 832-4000  

 Dental:

 Mental Health and Addiction Services:

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    • LU Student Health Center’s Counseling Center offers general counseling services for surviving college, academic issues, personal needs, and crisis events. Fee is $10 billed to the student’s LU student account.   
    • (409) 880-8466 
    • Email:  shc@lamar.edu 
    • PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 4465 Jimmy Simmons Blvd 
      Beaumont, TX 77705 (Inside the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center) 
  • LU Psychology Department offers general counseling services. No fee.
    • Room 200 Social & Behavioral Sciences Building on LU campus 
    • (409) 880-7783 
  • Suicide Prevention Lifeline
    • Call 988 or 1-800-273-8255 
    • Crisis Text Line 
    • Text “HOME” to 741741 
  • Gulf Coast Health Centers (Behavioral health) Free transportation; sliding scale 
    • 2548 Memorial, Port Arthur, TX, 77640, (409) 983-1161 
    • 610 Strickland, Ste 380, Orange, TX, 77630 (409) 983 –1161 
    • 755 N. 4th St., Silsbee, TX, 77656, (409) 983-1161 
  • Spindletop Center (mental health, substance abuse, veteran peer network)
    • 2750 S. 8th St., Beaumont, TX, 77701 
    • (409) 838-1033 or (409) 839-1000 
    • Crisis Hotline 1-800-937-8097 
  • (Faith-based counseling and grief support: Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas): 
    • 2780 Eastex Fwy, Beaumont, TX 77703 (409) 924-4400  
  • Behavioral health and addiction. Sliding scale: 
    • 1495 N. 7th St. Beaumont, TX (409) 832-3377 
    • 3727 N. 16th St, Orange, TX (409) 920-4223  
  • Celebrate Recovery (Faith-based addiction treatment; Calvary Baptist Church): 
    • 3650 Dowlen Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706 
    • (409) 898-7074 
  • Willie Carter Outreach Center (recovery for substance abuse and mental health disorders):
    • 548 W. 11th St Port Arthur, TX, 77640 
    • (409) 982-1387 
  • (substance use treatment & recovery): 
    • 5670 Concord Rd, Beaumont, TX, 77708 
    • 409) 896-5911   

Financial

General financial aid:

  • (Faith-based): 
    • 2780 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, TX 77703 
    • 409-924-4400 
    • Click website below, hit Get Help for many services, including financial help 
  • Orange Christian Services (Faith-based): 
    • 2588 West Park Street, Orange, TX 77630 
    • 409-886-0938 
  • The Salvation Army: 
    • 2350 IH-10 East, Beaumont, TX 77703 
    • 409-896-2361 
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    • Call for a financial screening for rent and utilities, help with food 
    • 1195 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont, TX 77710 
    • 409-832-7976 

Scholarships:

  • LU Scholarships: 
    • Wimberly Building, Room 200 
    • 409-880-1714 
  • funding source
  • : scholarship directory  
  • McNair Scholars:    
    • Aimed at first generation students or underrepresented students wanting to go to graduate school

Room and board assistance:

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    • 1890 Laurel Avenue, Beaumont, TX 
    • 409-951-7200 

Food Assistance: 

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    • 3845 S MLK Jr Parkway Beaumont, TX 
    • 409-839-8777 
  • Cardinal Food Pantry: 
    • Wesley Foundation at Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô – between Combs Hall and Brooks Shivers Dining Hall 
    • 409-728-7473 
  • (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance) Benefits: 
    • 3105 Executive Blvd., Beaumont, TX 77701 
    • 409-730-1098 

Childcare: 

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    • 510 Park Street #200, Beaumont, TX 77701 
    • 409-839-8045 
    • Provides childcare financial assistance for qualified applicants  
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    • 350 Pine Street Suite 500, Beaumont, TX 77701 
    • 409-951-1810 
    • Help support children in local schools  
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    • Services: LCM ISD, Nederland ISD, Port Arthur ISD, PNG ISD, Jasper ISD, Bridge City ISD, Orangefield ISD 
    • 6760 Ninth Avenue, Port Arthur, TX 77642 
    • 409-962-6644  
  • (Salvation Army): 
    • 2350 I-10 Frontage Road, Beaumont, TX 77703 
    • 409-896-2361 
    • Assorted programs to help underprivileged youth  

Internships/Jobs: 

  • (also check campus announcements):  
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