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October 02, 2024

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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October 02, 2024

Dalon's Success Story: How Internships Open Doors and Create New Opportunities

Dalon Moore was a UNT Dallas business student who changed his major to biology and then interned at the Dallas Zoo. His decision would lead to even greater opportunities and a path to career success.

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September 27, 2024

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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September 23, 2024

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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September 06, 2024

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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August 30, 2024

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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August 30, 2024

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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August 21, 2024

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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noe mendoza in boxing ring
August 14, 2024

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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untd campus update
August 01, 2024

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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July 26, 2024

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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juana salas and valerie torres at ncur
July 22, 2024

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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July 09, 2024

School of Education Partners with Dallas ISD for First Teacher Residency Program

In 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.

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June 21, 2024

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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June 20, 2024

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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ernest higginbotham
June 07, 2024

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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May 30, 2024

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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2024 spring commencement
May 28, 2024

Spring 2024 Graduates Donate Record Amount for Future Students

Students graduating in the UNT Dallas Spring 2024 class donated a record-high amount to the university's Senior Giving Campaign.

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May 15, 2024

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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May 15, 2024

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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May 10, 2024

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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May 07, 2024

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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April 16, 2024

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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March 28, 2024

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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UNT Dallas President Bob Mong
January 22, 2024

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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January 19, 2024

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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January 08, 2024

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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December 15, 2023

2023 Graduate Plans Career in Politics and Government, But First an MBA

Graduating 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.

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UNT Dallas senior Lauren Herrera
December 01, 2023

Senior Dreams of Becoming a Doctor, After Following Her Mom to UNT Dallas

UNT 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.

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November 13, 2023

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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October 16, 2023

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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October 09, 2023

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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UNT Dallas law school vigil
October 05, 2023

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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