The University of Texas System Board of Regents approved today an additional $5 million be added to the nearly $80 million previously allotted to SFA for the construction of new state-of-the-art forestry and agriculture buildings. The expanded budget supports the addition of an Agricultural Engineering and Technology Building next to the future home of the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music by El Camino Real de Nacogdoches from 2 to 4 p.m. March 15 at the Stone Fort Museum. The band will play traditional Irish music, as well as music that celebrates the rich history of Texas. While enjoying the music, attendees can relax under a spacious tent and savor traditional Irish treats.

The concert is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Stone Fort Museum at (936) 468-2408 or stonefort@sfasu.edu.

Grafting With Dr. Creech: 9 a.m. to noon, Feb. 22, Pineywoods Native Plant Center

Early Edible Plant Sale: noon to 2 p.m., Feb. 22, Pineywoods Native Plant Center

CTL’s AI With Purpose: Leading With Empathy and Technology: 2-3 p.m., Feb. 26, myTraining

Showcase Saturday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 1, Baker Pattillo Student Center Plaza

Doubleheader against Nicholls State University: Ladyjacks at 2 p.m. and Lumberjacks at 5 p.m. March 1, Johnson Coliseum

Men’s basketball vs. McNeese State University: 6:30 p.m., March 3, Johnson Coliseum

OIP Global Gateway event: Grenada: 3 p.m., March 5, Steen Library, Room 103