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Keith Maddox Named Chief Compliance Officer
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has named Keith Maddox as its new Chief Compliance Officer. The name of the office Maddox leads has also been changed to the Office of Compliance at Integrity.
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College of Law Student Wins Prestigious Legal Writing Award
Nabutsingso “Mimi” Hoshut, a student at the University of North Texas at Dallas College of Law, was recently named champion of The Paper Chase, Baylor University’s legal writing competition for Texas law school students.
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Learning from April 8 Eclipse; Activities to Watch Rare Event
A rare total solar eclipse will sweep across Texas on Monday, April 8, one month from today, and UNT Dallas will be ready. From experienced skywatchers to novice enthusiasts and curious bystanders, this will be an event to experience and remember. For educators and students, it will be an opportunity to teach and learn.
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'Trailblazer 360' Welcomes High School, Transfer and Graduate Students on Saturday, April 6
Potential students can get a close-up look at everything The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) offers during its annual spring open house, Trailblazer 360 Preview Day, on Saturday, April 6, 2024. UNT Dallas will welcome high school juniors, seniors, and college students considering a transfer so they can design the next steps of their educational journey.
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UNT Dallas Welcomes Interim President Dr. Warren von Eschenbach
Dr. Warren von Eschenbach will serve as the Interim President of the University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) beginning April 1, 2024. Dr. von Eschenbach will temporarily fill the position held for nine years by Bob Mong, who is retiring later this year. Mong moves to an Associate Chancellor position.
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College of Law Receives $500,000 in New Federal Funding for Community Lawyering Centers
The UNT Dallas College of Law Community Lawyering Centers received $500,000 in new funding as part of a spending package signed by President Joe Biden over the weekend. The Centers provide free legal services to eligible residents and handle various kinds of cases.
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College of Law Professor Cheryl Wattley Honored by Smith College
University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) College of Law Professor Cheryl Wattley has been awarded the 2024 Smith College Medal by her alma mater in honor of her leadership in legal education, criminal justice and civil rights.
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University President Bob Mong Announces He Will Retire in July
UNT Dallas President Bob Mong has announced he will retire in July 2024 after nine years leading the university.
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$2 Million Donation Will Create First Endowed Position in UNT Dallas History
A generous grant of $2 million from the Communities Foundation of Texas will establish the first endowed position at UNT Dallas, which will be held by the executive director of the Caruth Police Institute.
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Two UNT Dallas Law Review Publications Offer Expert Insight and Analysis
UNT Dallas College of Law aims to inform attorneys and other legal practitioners, as well as laymen, by publishing relevant, timely and impactful content in the UNT Dallas Law Review. It circulates two student-led digital publications, On the Cusp and Accessible Law.
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Alumni Share Opinions About Their Experiences and Future of UNT Dallas
In a wide-ranging survey, UNT Dallas alumni expressed their thoughts and opinions about their academic experience and the university's future.
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College of Law Remembers Assassination of JFK 60 Years Later
As the United States approaches the 60th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, a group of esteemed Dallas journalists gathered at the UNT Dallas College of Law to share their memories, insights and experiences. A pioneering business leader and former Texas state legislator joined them in a provocative and enlightening discussion.
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President Bob Mong Honored by All Star Project of Dallas for Impacting Lives of Youth
UNT Dallas President Bob Mong has been recognized by the All Stars Project of Dallas for significantly impacting the lives of local youth. Mong was honored as an outstanding educational and community leader at the All Stars Project's 10th-anniversary celebration, A Decade of Development, on Oct. 30, 2023, at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas. He has served as UNT Dallas President since 2015.
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True Blue Preview Day on Nov. 4 Will Welcome High School and Transfer Students
The annual fall open house at UNT Dallas, known as True Blue, will welcome high school and transfer students and their families to campus on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.
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Police Chief Christopher Shaw Named to "40 Under 40" List of Law Enforcement Leaders
UNT Dallas Police Chief Christopher Shaw has been recognized by law enforcement peers as one of its "40 Under 40" for his commitment to protecting and serving the main campus and College of Law. He accepted an award for the honor from International Association of Police Chiefs.
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UNT Dallas Men Walk a Mile in High Heels for an Important Cause
UNT Dallas men, including students, faculty and staff, and their women supporters walked a mile around campus in high heels to raise awareness about sexual violence.
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College of Law Recognizes Wrongfully Convicted Texans Who Were Exonerated
The University of North Texas College of Law held a candlelight vigil and special event to recognize men and women who were exonerated after being wrongfully convicted and imprisoned. It was the first annual event by the law school's Joyce Brown Innocence Clinic to mark International Wrongful Conviction Recognition Day each October 2.
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Ground Broken for Innovative, State-of-the-Art STEM Facility
The University of North Texas broke ground for a new state-of-the-art STEM building that will serve students seeking high-demand healthcare careers and well-paying professional roles. It will open in 2026.
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UNT Dallas Scores Highest in North Texas on U.S. News and Washington Monthly College Rankings
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has scored the best in North Texas on two newly released rankings of colleges and universities in Texas and across the country. This is the third month in a row that respected, national evaluations have positioned UNT Dallas as a top choice in North Texas. The three reviews are by U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly and Money.
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Innovative Young Inventors Take Center Stage at UNT Dallas-Wipro K-12 Science Fair
Some of the brightest young minds in North Texas shared the stage at the inaugural “Great Scientist Soiree” on Aug. 30. It was the first science fair of the new school year, hosted by UNT Dallas and Wipro, a leading technology services and consulting company with an extensive presence in North Texas. Talented elementary, middle and high school students demonstrated their ideas, posed for photographs and received trophies. The fair showcased 35 projects by 53 students from first grade to high school sophomores attending 27 schools.
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New CPI Program Offers Free Mental Health Services to Law Enforcement Officers
Texas Blue Chip Program stands as a vital support system for law enforcement personnel during the most challenging junctures of their careers. The urgency of this program is underscored by the distressing statistic that Texas recorded the highest number of law enforcement officer suicides in 2022, with a total of 16 lives lost.
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Dr. Emmett J Conrad Leadership Program Celebrates 30th Anniversary
For 30 years, the esteemed Dr. Emmett J. Conrad Leadership Program has empowered students by providing paid summer internships. This summer it celebrated its 30th anniversary with an event attended by current students, alumni and State Sen. Royce West, who founded the program in 1993.
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UNT Dallas Scores Highest of All North Texas Colleges in Money Magazine Ratings
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) received the highest rating of all North Texas colleges and universities surveyed in the latest Money Magazine annual “Best Colleges in America” report. UNT Dallas is the only college or university in the DFW region to score 4.5 (out of 5) and one of only six statewide.
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Athletic Director Jack Allday Remembered for Many Talents, Generosity and Kindness
Jack Allday, the first athletic director at UNT Dallas, passed away over the weekend.
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Students Design and Create 3D Models in First-of-its-Kind Course
Seven fortunate UNT Dallas students spent their summer imagining, designing, and building their own, unique creations using new 3D printers, in a first-of-its-kind course.
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In Boot Camp, Students Learn a 'Growth Mindset' Can Help Them Succeed
UNT Dallas students attending a 'Growth Mindset Boot Camp" are learning how and why belief in yourself is important to achieve goals, dreams and success.
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New Joint MBA Program Specializes in Economic Development
For the first time, The University of North Texas at Dallas is partnering with the University of Southern Mississippi to offer a unique Master in Business Administration (MBA) degree specializing in economic development.
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Dr. Jason Garrett Named Dean of the School of Business
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has named Dr. Jason Garrett as its new dean of the School of Business. Dr. Garrett is an experienced leader and administrator, known for innovation and collaboration.
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Innovative Educational Program Will Develop Principals for STEM Schools
A new academic program at the University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) offers aspiring principals an opportunity to specialize in leading STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) schools. And it comes with an added bonus: free tuition and no fees through a grant from the Texas Instruments Foundation.
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Spring 2023 Commencement Marks Record Number of Graduates
A record number of students are graduating from The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) in the Spring 2023 class. It is the largest in the university’s history, with more than 600 students earning undergraduate and graduate degrees. Students at the university’s four schools received their diplomas and celebrated their achievements during commencement ceremonies on Tuesday, May 9, at Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie, TX.
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UNT Dallas Hosts First Advancing Socioeconomic Mobility Conference
The UNT Dallas Center for Socioeconomic Mobility Through Education is hosting the first-ever Advancing Socioeconomic Mobility Conference in Dallas on April 20 and 21.
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High School, Transfer and Graduate Students Invited to 'Trailblazer 360' Open House April 1
The University of North Texas at Dallas is opening its campus on Saturday, April 1, 2023 to high school juniors, seniors and college students considering a transfer so they can design the next steps of their educational journey.
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Vice President of Advancement Dr. Monica Williams Honored as One of Six "Women of Influence"
Dr. Williams is among six women chosen for their groundbreaking leadership by Dallas-based Cheryl Magazine and the non-profit Soul Reborn in recognition of Women’s History Month.
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Dallas Morning News Names New Scholarship in Honor of UNT Dallas President Bob Mong
The Robert Mong Endowed Scholarship will provide financial assistance for UNT Dallas students and recognize Mong’s distinguished journalism career
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UNT Dallas to Study Community Healthcare Innovations Developed During COVID-19 Pandemic
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has been awarded a $150,000 grant by Texas Health Resources to study emerging and innovative approaches to healthcare developed during the pandemic.
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