BRITTANNY SHERMAN NAMED FIRST-GEN STUDENT OF THE MONTH

BEAUMONT, Texas, Oct. 1 -- Lamar University issued the following news release:

Lamar University (LU) sophomore Brittanny J. Sherman has been named First-Generation Student of the Month for October 2026.

Sherman, a Nederland native pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing, said being a first-generation student has encouraged her to seek opportunities that will prepare her for the future.

"Being a first-gen student means creating a path for myself and my future," Sherman said. "Throughout this process, I have learned opportunities available on campus that have given me leadership experience."

Sherman is among the more than half of Lamar University students who identify as first-generation college students. At LU, a firs...