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Each year on the official Texas State Arbor Day, East Texas Baptist University takes to the campus grounds to plant trees and contribute to the beautification of campus. While National Arbor Day occurs in late April, Texas Arbor Day occurs on the first Friday in November due to the cooler temperatures. In order to turn Arbor Day into a service-learning experience, ETBU provides a unique opportunity for students to get involved in the tree planting process each year.

East Texas Baptist University hosted Dr. Carol Holcomb, Professor of Church History and Baptist Studies at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, on Wednesday, November 3, as part of the William Pinson Lecture Series. The William M. Pinson Baptist History Lecture Series was established by the Baptist General Convention of Texas (BGCT) as an expression of gratitude for Dr. William Pinson’s service to Baptists throughout the United States, including serving as a pastor, seminary professor, seminary president, and Baptist denominational leader.

East Texas Baptist University and Full Armor Christian Academy (FACA) in Henderson, Texas, have entered into an agreement that will provide a scholarship to any student who graduates from Full Armor Christian Academy and chooses to pursue higher education at ETBU. Students who complete all four years of high school at Full Armor Christian Academy will receive an undergraduate scholarship from East Texas Baptist University in the amount of $15,000 per academic year.

Like a scene from a movie, generations of ETBU Tigers, family members, and the Marshall community gathered at East Texas Baptist University for a weekend celebration like never before. Children, dressed in their favorite costumes, patiently waited for Charlie Brown and Snoopy to take the stage. The crisp October breeze carried the smell of delicious food and the sound of the Tiger Band across crowds of people playing yard games, getting face paintings, and enjoying the outdoors.

East Texas Baptist University hosted its seventh annual Calling Conference on Wednesday, October 20, for ETBU students who are drawn to vocational ministry. The conference provided students with a deeper understanding of identifying and pursuing their callings with opportunities to learn from experienced ministry professionals. Special guest speakers Dr.