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Charles R. Matthews
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2005
CHANCELLOR CHARLES R. MATTHEWS
GIVES HURRICANE RITA UPDATE ON HIGHER EDUCATION INSTUTIONS IN SOUTHEAST
TEXAS
Chancellor Matthews gives assessment and information regarding Lamar University, Lamar Institute of Technology, Lamar State College-Port Arthur and Lamar State College-Orange
AUSTIN- Texas State University System Chancellor Charles R. Matthews has been working to assess the damage caused by Hurricane Rita in the Beaumont, Port Arthur, and Orange area. The System office is currently working on providing students, faculty, and staff that are scattered throughout the state with information via each institution’s website.
“We are grateful for the safety of all residents in the Southeast Texas area and we are now working with all federal and state agencies to see that the campuses resume classes and services in a timely manner,” stated Chancellor Matthews.
The Chancellor and a representative from Governor Perry’s office are traveling to the region to assess the damage and provide assistance. There is currently no electricity in the area and telephone service is limited.
Classes have been cancelled for the four components until further notice. We anticipate that this will be a short term action and classes will resume as soon as possible this semester. Additional information can be found at the following websites:
Lamar University - www.lamar.edu
Lamar State College-Orange - www.lsco.edu
Lamar State College- Port Arthur - www.lamarpa.edu
Lamar Institute of Technology - www.lit.edu
Radio stations will be announcing updated information as service becomes available.
For more information please contact Chancellor Matthews office at 512-463-3280.
