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April 5 Preview Day Offers Students Close-Up Look at Majors, Programs, Campus Activities
At the UNT Dallas Trailblazer 360 Preview Day on Saturday, April 5, 2025, high school and transfer students can explore programs and majors in our four schools: Business, Education, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Behavioral Health and Human Services, plus get a close-up look at campus and all the university has to offer.
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University Joins Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) is proud to announce that we have joined the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The AACSB sets the standard for business education worldwide.
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UNT Dallas College of Law Students Earn Recognition in Prestigious Legal Writing Competition
UNT Dallas College of Law Students Earn Recognition in Prestigious Legal Writing Competition
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Dustin Schellenger Honored for Dedication to Law Enforcement Mental Health
Because of his commitment to officer wellness, Police1.com has named Dustin Schellenger to its inaugural “Got Your Six” list. This acknowledgment honors individuals who have significantly impacted the support of law enforcement.
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Jessica Alvarez Named Asst. Dean for Student Success in Health Professions
Jessica Alvarez recently joined UNT Dallas as the newly created Assistant Dean for Student Success in Health Professions. Alvarez assumes her role as the university prepares to open our new STEM Building and collaborate with the UNT Health Science Center to offer unique nursing and pharmacy programs.
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Dr. Cathy Scott to Lead Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning
Dr. Cathy Scott has been named Director of the new UNT Dallas Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL). The Center fosters an accessible, student-centered, and supportive educational environment that empowers faculty.
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College of Law Partners with MLK Jr's Family to Launch 'Realize the Dream' Volunteerism Project
Realize the Dream's goal is to generate 100 million hours of volunteer service by MLK’s 100th birthday in 2029. The UNT Dallas College of Law is the first college or university in North Texas and the only law school in the nation to join the King family in its global campaign.
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As Hunger Grows, UNT Dallas Serves Community with Monthly Food Giveaways
With Texas having the second-highest rate of food insecurity in the nation and the need for nutritional assistance rising, UNT Dallas is committed to serving our community with free monthly food distributions. The first mobile food pantry of the year will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, in parking lot #2 from 9 a.m. to noon or until supplies run out.
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Inspiring Remarks by Lynn McBee Offer Graduates Advice and Life Lessons
Keynote speaker Lynn McBee shared personal and professional experiences, including triumphs and tragedies, during an inspiring address to more than 400 UNT Dallas graduates at Commencement ceremonies on Dec. 17, 2024.
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Mother of Six Makes the Most of Her Second Chance at College
Nicole Everitt’s first attempt at college didn’t go well. She’s partially deaf, and transitioning from her small high school to a large auditorium was difficult. Fast forward 17 years, and the 35-year-old mother of six will graduate Summa Cum Laude from the University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) on December 17. She will receive a bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in chemistry.
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Meet the First-Generation Student Who Overcame 'Imposter Syndrome' and Embraced the 'Data Revolution'
Although Rolando Castillo was admitted to UNT Dallas on a full-ride scholarship, he faced uncertainty typical of first-generation college students. Thanks to the Trailblazer Elite Program, he is about to embark on a promising career as a data analyst.
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Lifelong Learner: Great Grandmother Graduates with Psychology Degree
At 79 years of age, Anna Pedford is the definition of a lifelong learner. On December 17, she will participate in UNT Dallas commencement ceremonies – 60 years after first stepping foot onto a college campus. “It’s been a fun ride,” Pedford said.
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Future Doctor Driven to Find Cure for Disease That Ails His Mother
Class of 2024 graduating senior Connor Hester was able to attend UNT Dallas thanks to Dallas County Promise, a workforce development partnership that pays college tuition for deserving and eligible students. Now, he’s made a promise to “make people’s lives better” by helping find treatments and cures for diseases that affect millions of us, including the Rheumatoid Arthritis that ails his mother.
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Fall 2024 Commencement Set for Dec. 17 at Texas Trust CU Theatre
More than 400 students will receive undergraduate and graduate degrees during UNT Dallas’ Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies, which will be held on Tuesday, December 17, at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.
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Food Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 23 Will Help Families with Thanksgiving Meals
UNT Dallas and the North Texas Food Bank are partnering for the university's largest mobile food pantry of the year just in time for Thanksgiving. The monthly distribution will occur on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to noon.
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Criminal Justice & Public Safety Expo Draws Hundreds of High School Students
Hundreds of high school and potential transfer students visited the UNT Dallas campus on Friday, Oct. 25, and received a lot more than the usual tour. They engaged with police officers, firefighters, EMTs, state trooper, federal agents, and other public safety, law enforcement and criminal justice professionals.
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At the UNT Dallas "True Blue Preview Day" on Saturday, Nov. 2, we will welcome students from area high schools and community colleges planning the next step in their educational journeys.
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UNT Dallas Rises in Three Categories of U.S. News 'Best Colleges' Rankings
The 2025 Best Colleges Rankings by U.S. News & World Report show UNT Dallas climbed even higher in three key categories among Regional West institutions.
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National Night Out Event on Oct. 1 Aims to Build Bridges Between Police and Community
The theme of the 2024 National Night Out event on Tuesday, Oct. 1, at the UNT Dallas campus will be "Building Bridges: Police and Community - Stronger Together."
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College of Law Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Gala Event
Students, faculty, alumni and members of the Dallas legal community celebrated the 10th anniversary of the UNT Dallas College of Law at a gala marking the milestone on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.
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Study Abroad Program to Expand Thanks to Grant from U.S. State Department
The UNT Dallas Study Abroad Program has received a $35,000 grant award through the U.S. State Department’s 2024 IDEAS Program competition. The university is one of only 37 institutions nationwide to receive this grant and one of only two in Texas.
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New Wellness Program "Blue Steel: Building Resilient Trailblazers" Launches Soon
An innovative new program aims to ensure that UNT Dallas students are mentally healthy, focused, and productive. Blue Steel: Building Resilience in Trailblazers is a six-week course that will run from Sept. 4 to Oct. 9. Some participants may be able to receive academic credit.
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Law Professor Cheryl Wattley Wins Exoneration of Ben Spencer, Wrongfully Convicted 37 Year Ago
With representation by UNT Dallas College of Law professor Cheryl Wattley, Ben Spencer was finally exonerated 37 years after he was arrested for a murder he didn't commit.
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Bilingual Educators Honor Dr. Uvaldina Janecek with Lifetime Membership Award
Dr. Uvaldina Janecek has spent decades as a bilingual educator in North Texas, including five years as a professor at UNT Dallas. This year, her colleagues and admirers at BEAM, the Bilingual Educators Association of the (DFW) Metroplex, honored her with a Lifetime Membership Award.
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From Boxing Ring to Courtroom, Meet the Law Student Who Can Knock Out His Opponents
Meet Noe Mendoza Jr., a second-year UNT Dallas College Law student and three-time National Collegiate Boxing champion. “It’s a lifestyle,” said Mendoza, referring to both boxing and practicing law.
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School of Business Professor Dr. Ajamu Loving Honored for Making History and Teaching Financial Literacy
UNT Dallas finance professor Dr. Ajamu Loving has been honored by Texas Tech University (TTU) Graduate School as a Distinguished Alumnus, a prestigious designation. In 2009 he became the first Black student to earn a PhD in Finance from TTU.
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Emergency Preparedness Day Will Inform Campus & Public About Safety
University employees, students, and the public are invited to attend the inaugural UNT Dallas Emergency Preparedness Day on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event promises to be informative, engaging, fun, and potentially life-saving.
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New Partnership Will Make Transferring to UNT Dallas Easier and Faster
Known as the Dallas Transfer Collaborative, the partnership aims to help students successfully earn their bachelor’s degrees on schedule and with reduced financial burdens. Through the agreement, the four higher education partners have committed to a shared governance structure, academic alignment, real-time credit-to-degree technology, coordinated advising and student success services, and data sharing.
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Spotlight Shines on Science and Math Students And Their Insightful Research Projects
Aspiring scientists, doctors and other talented UNT Dallas students had the opportunity to present their unique, insightful research projects on and off campus during the 2023-24 academic year.
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Law Professor Cheryl Wattley Authors Autobiography of Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson
UNT Dallas College of Law professor Cheryl Wattley has written a poignant autobiography of the late Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, who served in elected office at the federal and state levels for five decades.
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With Threats on the Rise, College of Law Hosts Judicial Safety Event
The unprecedented increase in acts and threats of violence prompted Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) to gather legal and law enforcement experts, survivors, and judicial safety advocates together at the UNT Dallas College of Law on June 25, 2024.
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Criminal Justice Department Launches Innovative Online Graduate Degree with Mental Health Policy Concentration
Recognizing the urgent need and critical challenges facing the criminal justice system, the UNT Dallas Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology is introducing a first-of-its-kind Master of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Mental Health Policy.
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Law Students Will Compete on World Stage in 2024 Nuremberg Moot Court
UNT Dallas College of Law students will participate in the 2024 Nuremberg International Moot Court Competition, a respected global event that will be held in July in Germany.
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This Father's Day is Special for Dad and Daughter College of Law Alumni
UNT Dallas College of Law 2024 graduate Zoe Kiraly and her father, John, a 2019 graduate, share a unique bond. More than parent and child, they both earned their law degrees from UNT Dallas – and only five years apart.
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Farewell to Legal Mentorship Icon Ernie Higginbotham
A legend of the University of North Texas at Dallas College of Law will retire on June 30. Ernest “Ernie” Higginbotham has been the facilitator of the Judge Louis A. Bedford Jr. Mentorship Program for nearly a decade. Under his leadership, the program has helped more than 800 graduates complete law school and enabled them to make valuable connections within the legal community.
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State-of-the-Art STEM Building Will Transform Campus, Provide Healthcare Pathways
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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Students Learn the "Three W's" at Socioeconomic Conference
In education, the “Three Rs” traditionally have meant Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic. But what about the “Three Ws?” They were the focus of a first-of-its-kind conference held by the UNT Dallas Center for Socioeconomic Mobility Through Education (CSME) on March 29, 2024.
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Trail Ready Summer Bridge Program for Incoming Freshmen Starts June 10
UNT Dallas is launching its first free summer program for incoming freshmen to ensure they are prepared for college-level coursework. The Trail Ready Summer Bridge Program starts June 10. It runs for four weeks through July 3. A second, identical session runs from July 15 through August 8.
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Meet the Trailblazing Trio Who Succeeded Through Motivation and Collaboration
Three 2024 UNT Dallas College of Law graduates, LaDyrian Cole, AnnaLiza Rodriguez, and Jamaria Rongey, are true Trailblazers. Through the challenges and opportunities of the past three years, this trio supported and encouraged each other through a unique connection.
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Graduates Hear Heartfelt, Inspirational Message from Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall
Dallas Mavericks President and CEO Cynthia "Cynt" Marshall shared dramatic, emotional pieces of her personal and professional lives with hundreds of UNT Dallas students and their families at the Spring Commencement ceremonies on May 14, 2024.
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2024 College of Law Commencement Set for May 18 at Majestic Theater
The 2024 UNT Dallas College of Law Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 18, at the Majestic Theater in Dallas.
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Spring Commencement Ceremonies Set For May 14
UNT Dallas Spring 2024 Commencement ceremonies will be held Tuesday, May 14, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.
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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 and Integrity.
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Eyes on the Skies: How the April 8 Eclipse Became a Teaching and Learning Opportunity
Students, faculty, staff, alumni, community members, and even out-of-town visitors gathered on the UNT Dallas campus on April 8, 2024, to observe a rare total solar eclipse as it cut across Texas.
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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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'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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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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