LeTourneau University
LeTourneau University (LETU) is a private, interdenominational evangelical Christian university in Longview, Texas. Founded as LeTourneau Technical Institute in February 1946 by R. G. LeTourneau with his wife, Evelyn, the school initially educated veterans returning from World War II. Total annual enrollment is nearly 3,000.
S.E. Belcher, Jr. Chapel and Performance Center, the entrance to LeTourneau University | |
Former names | LeTourneau Technical Institute (1946–1961) LeTourneau College (1961–1989) |
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| Motto | "Every Workplace, Every Nation." |
| Type | Private university |
| Established | February 1946 |
Religious affiliation | Christian (interdenominational) |
Academic affiliations | CCCU NAICU |
| Endowment | $22.9 million (2020) |
| President | Steven D. Mason |
Academic staff | 325 |
| Students | 3,003 |
| Undergraduates | 1,846 |
| Postgraduates | 392 |
| Location | Longview, Texas , U.S. |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Blue and Gold |
| Nickname | YellowJackets |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division III – ASC |
| Mascot | Buzz the YellowJacket |
| Website | www |
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