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.
Full StoryStudents, 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.
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StoryAn 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.
Full StoryDr. 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.
Full StoryMeet 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.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryUniversity 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.
Full StoryKnown 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.
Full StoryAspiring 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.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryIn a landmark partnership with the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), UNT Dallas is launching its first-ever Teacher Residency Program. Five university seniors, all education majors, will be paid to teach for the entire DISD 2024-25 school year, a testament to the strength and significance of this collaboration.
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StoryRecognizing 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.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryThree 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.
Full StoryDallas 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.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StoryNabutsingso “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.
Full StoryStudents, 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.
Full StoryDr. 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.
Full StoryThe Precast Concrete Institute (PCI) has recognized the University of North Texas at Dallas’ landmark Ryan Tower with a 2024 PCI Design Award. The structure is one of just 19 projects nationwide to be selected for this honor.
Full StoryAfter years of planning and collaboration, The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and the City of Dallas announced a generous $10 million grant from the Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) towards a new Law Enforcement Training Center at UNT Dallas. The grant from CFT’s W.W. Caruth, Jr. Fund will significantly advance the design and construction process of the new police academy and represents the largest philanthropic contribution to UNT Dallas in the university’s history.
Full StoryUNT Dallas President Bob Mong has announced he will retire in July 2024 after nine years leading the university.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryIn a wide-ranging survey, UNT Dallas alumni expressed their thoughts and opinions about their academic experience and the university's future.
Full StoryGraduating senior Cristian Medina will stay at UNT Dallas to earn an MBA. He plans to give back to his community by mentoring others, serving in government and running for political office.
Full StoryUNT Dallas graduating senior Lauren Herrera plans to become a dermatologist. She was inspired, in part, by her mother, who is also a UNT Dallas graduate.
Full StoryAs 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.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StoryUNT 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.
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StorySome 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.
Full StoryUNT Dallas has named Jennifer Skinner its new Dean of Students and Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs
Full StoryTexas 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.
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StoryJack Allday, the first athletic director at UNT Dallas, passed away over the weekend.
Full StorySeven 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.
Full StoryMrs. Eleanor Conrad, the widow of Dr. Emmett J. Conrad, passed away this week at the age of 99.
Full StoryUNT Dallas is pleased to announce Ms. Kelly R. Perry as its second Athletic Director. Head Men’s Basketball Coach Josh Howard will add Associate Athletic Director duties to his portfolio.
Full StoryUNT Dallas students attending a 'Growth Mindset Boot Camp" are learning how and why belief in yourself is important to achieve goals, dreams and success.
Full StoryFor 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.
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StoryA 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.
Full StoryA 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.
Full StoryAs the oldest of four children, UNT Dallas senior Luis Mata set an important example for his younger siblings. He is the first in his family to graduate from college. They will follow in his footsteps. As a future entrepreneur, he hopes to set an example for those who want to pursue their dreams of running or owning a business.
Full StoryFrom homeless and depressed to Student Government Association President and McNair Scholar, UNT Dallas senior Jessica Armstead beat the odds and overcame obstacles to achieve academic success.
Full StoryMore than 300 thought leaders from diverse backgrounds gathered at The Statler Hotel in downtown Dallas for Advancing Socioeconomic Mobility 2023, a two-day conference focused on innovative approaches to address challenges students face as they seek educational and career opportunities.
Full StoryThe University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has named Dr. Jose E. da Silva Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs. Dr. da Silva has been serving as Vice President of Student Access and Success on an interim basis since October 2022.
Full StoryDr. 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.
Full StoryThe Robert Mong Endowed Scholarship will provide financial assistance for UNT Dallas students and recognize Mong’s distinguished journalism career
Full StoryThe 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.
Full StoryIn celebration of Black History Month, the UNT Dallas Rising Blazers will host a special viewing of the African American Pioneers in STEAM Museum Showcase Feb. 11-12 and Feb. 16-17 at the UNT Dallas Innovation Center, 4315 S. Lancaster Rd., Suite 180, Dallas.
Full StoryThe University of North Texas at Dallas has achieved the highest rankings in two key categories of the 2022 Texas Public University Report Card, an annual statewide review conducted by educational non-profit ScholarShot.
Full StoryThe grant will allow UNT Dallas to provide Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training free of charge to a broad range of individuals, increasing their ability to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental illness, de-escalate a crisis and identify resources available in the community.
Full StoryThis month's food distribution will include a Thanksgiving turkey for the first 250 families, thanks to Tom Thumb / Albertsons.
Full StoryThe funding provides multi-year scholarships for Texas Early College High School graduates to enroll in and successfully complete a bachelor’s degree program at UNT Dallas.
Full StoryTony Sanchez, a veteran human resource leader, joined the University of North Texas at Dallas on September 26 as the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Full StoryA beautiful day in North Texas was the perfect day to celebrate teachers as the Cotton Bowl Foundation and College Football Playoff (CFP) Foundation teamed up once again to award grants to three organizations as a part of the Big Day for Teachers
Full StoryWith an eye toward the sky and the future, the University of North Texas at Dallas celebrated the dedication and opening of Ryan Tower with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Tuesday, September 13.
Full StoryThe University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has named Dr. Macario Hernandez as its first Chief of Staff. Dr. Hernandez was selected as the top candidate for the position after a nationwide search.
Full StoryLisa Fields was recently selected as the inaugural Director of Special Projects and Outreach with responsibility for special projects, sponsored project activities, outreach initiatives, development activities and stakeholder communication.
Full StoryChief Shaw spent 10 weeks at the prestigious FBI National Academy, an elite training program for which only 1% of the nation’s law enforcement officers are invited to participate.
Full StoryTexas law enforcement officers have a new tool to support their mental health.
Full StoryOpen house event for prospective students and their families
Full StoryThe University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) will partner to bring a drive-thru mobile food pantry to campus on Friday, March 25 from 9 a.m. – noon.
Full StoryUNT Dallas is designated Military Friendly®
Full StoryAnother indication that the UNT Dallas name and the university's unique mission are gaining traction in southern Dallas and beyond, UNT Dallas on Wednesday welcomed the Texas Philanthropy Leadership Circle to campus. The two-hour visit with members of numerous foundations and organizations consisted of a campus tour, lunch as President Bob Mong detailed the university's
Full StoryUNT Dallas has been awarded a four-year, $2 million gift by the Texas Instruments (TI) Foundation. The project focuses on creating an Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Project™ Center of Excellence at the Caruth Police Institute.
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