Lamar State College-Port ArthurStudent Guide

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College in Port Arthur, TX. Operating on a semester system.

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Port Arthur, TX
5K+ students
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Student guide · Fall 8-Week Session I 2026

The semester, explained for Lamar State College-Port Arthur

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 8-Week Session I 2026
Campus terms
8
Local details
11

Academic calendar

Fall 8-Week Session I 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

22 entries
  1. Fall 8-Week Session I 2026Relevant now
  2. Fall Semester 2026
  3. Fall 8-Week Session II 2026
  4. Winter Mini 2026
  5. Spring Semester 2027
  6. Spring 8-Week Session I 2027
  7. Spring 8-Week Session II 2027
  8. Spring Mini 2027
  9. Summer I 2027
  10. Summer III 2027 (11 weeks)
  11. Summer II 2027
  12. Fall 8-Week Session I 2027
  13. Fall Semester 2027
  14. Fall 8-Week Session II 2027
  15. Winter Mini 2027
  16. Spring Semester 2028
  17. Spring 8-Week Session I 2028
  18. Spring 8-Week Session II 2028
  19. Spring Mini 2028
  20. Summer I 2028
  21. Summer III 2028 (11 weeks)
  22. Summer II 2028

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Campus language

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8 terms

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges (Alpha Lambda Rho Chapter).

S

Seahawk Cafe
The main campus dining facility located in the Student Center.
Seahawks
The official mascot and collective name for the student body and athletic teams.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for students.
SkillsUSA
A partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
SNA
Student Nurses Association, a professional organization for nursing students.

T

The Landing
Seahawk Landing, the primary on-campus student apartment complex.
The Port
A common local shorthand for the city of Port Arthur.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
Blackboard
The Learning Management System (LMS) where instructors post course materials and assignments.
Gates Library
The Gates Memorial Library, the main campus library and study hub.
Madison Monroe
The Madison Monroe Education Building, housing classrooms and faculty offices.
MyLamarPA
The central online portal used by students to access grades, registration, and financial aid.
Parker Center
The Carl A. Parker Multipurpose Center, used for athletics and community events.
Ruby Fuller
The Ruby Fuller Education Building, a historic campus structure used for classrooms.
Seahawk Book Bundle
A textbook rental program that provides all required course materials for a flat fee per semester.
Seahawk ID
The official student identification card required for library access, printing, and campus events.
seawall_cafe
Seawall Cafe
The PAC
The Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center.
Umphrey Center
The Sheila Umphrey Industrial Technology Center, housing technical and industrial programs.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 8-Week Session I 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
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Life in Port Arthur for Lamar State College-Port Arthur Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Port Arthur.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$900

Cost of Living Index

82

Student Population

5,000

City Transportation

Walkability

45

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Port Arthur Transit (local bus service)

Nearest Airports

Jack Brooks Regional Airport (nearby in Beaumont), Port Arthur Seaplane Base (historical/limited)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

69°F

Avg Snowfall

0.1 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Student Center Parking

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Located near the Student Center; requires a valid LSCPA parking permit.

Gates Memorial Library Parking

surface_lot

Located near the library; requires a valid LSCPA parking permit.

Campus News

Latest updates from Lamar State College-Port Arthur

LSCPA Hosts Emergency Preparedness Exercise

Lamar State College Port Arthur hosted a tabletop exercise focused on strengthening emergency preparedness, coordination, and communication in partnership with the Texas School Safety Center.

Sep 16, 2026

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Port Arthur Approves CDL Training Partnership with LSCPA

City leaders formalized a partnership with LSCPA and the Port Arthur EDC to fund commercial driver's license (CDL) training for local residents to address regional driver shortages.

Jul 1, 2026

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LSCPA Celebrates America's 250th Birthday

The college invited the Southeast Texas community to a Fourth of July celebration featuring fireworks and family activities at the seawall.

Jun 29, 2026

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LSCPA hosted a tabletop emergency preparedness exercise on September 16, 2026, to test campus coordination and communication.

LSCPA hosted a tabletop emergency preparedness exercise on September 16, 2026, to test campus coordination and communication.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Lamar State College-Port Arthur

Final Day to Drop Without Penalty

September 28, 2026

LSCPA Campus

The final day for students to drop a course without receiving an academic penalty for the Fall 2026 semester.

Final Day to Drop With Penalty (8-Week Session I)

October 1, 2026

LSCPA Campus

The final day to drop a course with a penalty for the first 8-week session of the Fall 2026 semester.

Fall 8-Week Session II Begins

October 19, 2026

LSCPA Campus

The first class day for the second 8-week session of the Fall 2026 semester.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Lamar State College-Port Arthur

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

1 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Seahawk Landing

Capacity: 37

Room types: 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, 4-bedroom

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@lamarpa.edu

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