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UNT President Smatresk announces intent to step down
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...
New exhibit at CVAD Gallery highlights history, ‘expressive potential’ of bolo ties
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.
Chemistry professor recognized for outstanding contributions to science and technology
DENTON (UNT), Texas — University of North Texas Professor Shengqian Ma, a global leader in nanoporous materials research, earned the 2024 Edith and Peter O'Donnell Award in Physical Sciences from the Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science and Technology (TAMEST). He was chosen for his innovative work in the field of decontamination.
TAMEST is a nonprofit interdisciplinary scientific organization dedicated to enhancing the research community in Texas. Ma, the Welch Chair in UNT’s Department of Chemistry...
Newly opened UNT One Stop expands UNT’s dedication to student services
DENTON (UNT), Texas — The University of North Texas officially unveiled the UNT One Stop this spring, signaling a dedicated commitment to enriching the overall student experience. The One Stop is a comprehensive initiative that brings together a range of expertise spanning the entire enrollment journey — from admissions to graduation.
The primary objective of the UNT One Stop is to enhance students' ability to navigate administrative processes and actively partner with them throughout their time at UNT. It provides admissions, student financial and student money management services....
A century later, King Tut’s tomb continues to intrigue history scholars
DENTON (UNT), Texas — It’s been 100 years since the sarcophagus of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, or King Tut, was unearthed near Luxor, Egypt. But Walt Roberts, a principal lecturer in the University of North Texas Department of History, sees ongoing potential for discovering more about the ruler’s short, mysterious life.
“The sarcophagus was the beginning of what we now call ‘Tutmania,’” said Roberts, who teaches a course on Ancient Egypt. “Before this time, nobody had even dreamed that Egypt had such a wealthy and note...
Mixed-reality simulation provides practical teaching experience for UNT students — minus the classroom
DENTON (UNT), Texas — As Texas and other states across the country face a critical teacher shortage, the University of North Texas is training its students through immersive technology to meet the demand.
Through UNT’s Teach North Texas program, undergraduate students in the College of Science or those majoring in information technology are able to earn a teaching certificate alongside their degree. The innovative program prepares participants for teaching secondary le...
With podcasting, UNT students merge learning, creativity and career development
DENTON (UNT), Texas — The popularity of podcasts is on the rise among listeners worldwide. At the University of North Texas, students are using this medium to develop career skills and share their research or areas of study with broad audiences.
“I liken podcasting to sh...
New grant to boost efforts of UNT’s First Generation Success Center
DENTON (UNT), Texas – The First-Generation Success Center at the University of North Texas received a $5,000 grant from the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA) to support the center’s ongoing efforts in building first-generation student-centered prog...
UNT Police Chief Ramona Washington honored with statewide award
DENTON (UNT), Texas – University of North Texas Police Chief Ramona Washington has been honored with the 2023 Bill G. Daniels Award for Outstanding Administrator.
The Texas Association of College and University Police Administrators (TACUPA) presented the award Dec. 6 at its annual conference in College Station. The Award for Outstanding Administrator was established to recognize a chief administrator who has made outstanding contributions with the highest...
UNT to honor graduates during Fall 2023 Commencement
DENTON (UNT), Texas — The University of North Texas expects to honor more than 6,000 students during Fall Commencement for the completion of bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees during the summer and fall semesters.
The university will host nine separate ceremonies Dec. 15-17 (Friday-Sunday) on the UNT campus in the Coliseum, 600 Avenue D, and in the Murchison Performing Arts Center, 2100 N. I-35 East in Denton.
View the schedule of individual college ceremonies and live...