DENTON (UNT), Texas — The University of North Texas has resolidified its status as a National Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense for 25 years running.

UNT’s latest U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) recognition, extending through the academic year 2028-29, positions the university among 30 institutions nationwide — and one of only four in Texas — with a 25-year designation. This acknowledgment underscores UNT’s commitment to cybersecurity through academic pursuits, research, institutional practices and community engagement.

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DENTON (UNT), Texas — As Women’s History Month continues, the University of North Texas recognizes women's contributions while fostering an environment where every student feels empowered to pursue influential leadership roles.

Women’s History Month originated from the labor movement of the 19th...

DENTON (UNT), Texas — With the total solar eclipse approaching, excitement grows within the University of North Texas community as they prepare to witness the phenomenon alongside the broader region....

DENTON (UNT), Texas — Dr. Kinshuk, professor and dean of the College of Information at the University of North Texas, recently was elected to serve a two-year term on the Board of Directors for the iSchools consortium.

The iSchools organization, which is devoted to advancing the information field into the 21st century, is known as an esteemed international network comprising more than 120 university information schools worldwide – including UNT’s College of Information.

“I am pleased to join the Board of Directors for iSchools with the aim to support advancing the information...

DENTON (UNT), Texas — Former United States Poet Laureate and renowned musician Joy Harjo visited the University of North Texas for a poetry reading, music performance and Q&A session. Her visit was part of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences’ (CLASS) Act...

DENTON (UNT), Texas — The University of North Texas celebrated the spirit of Lunar New Year with cultural festivities highlighting traditions from East and Southeast Asia. Students, faculty and staff came together both on and off campus to enjoy traditional food, music and act...

DENTON (UNT), Texas — Online programs at the University of North Texas are among the top 50 in the nation, U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Online Programs announced this week.

U.S. News & World Report assessed 1,752 online bachelor's and master's degree programs and ranked 1,680 of them. The rankings were determined based on engagement, services, technologies, faculty credentials and training, as well as peer ass...

DENTON (UNT), Texas — At the intersection of academia and artistic expression, the University of North Texas plays a role in fostering Black storytellers — weaving together narratives of the past, present and future in film.

Assistant Professor Christopher Todd, a historian of American slavery, uses documentary films in his courses...

DENTON (UNT), Texas — After a decade of transformation, University of North Texas President Neal J. Smatresk today told the UNT community that he intends to resign the presidency Aug. 1, 2024, to focus on what he loves most — teaching and mentoring students.

Smatresk, who joined UNT in February 2014, said serving as UNT president has been the highlight of his career.

“When I first took on this role, I knew we had the potential to achieve great things, and because of the dedication, passion and hard work of our faculty and staff, we have flourished in ways that are nothing shor...

DENTON (UNT), Texas — “Everybody’s Bolos,” a traveling exhibition featuring 30 bolo ties crafted by contemporary artists, debuts Feb. 6 through May 10 at the CVAD Gallery. 

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