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Celebration of milestones culminates in Carnegie Hall concert for UNT Regents professor
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- It’s a year of milestones for University of North Texas Regents Professor of Double Bass Jeff Bradetich. His treasured bass turned 250 years old this year; he celebrated his 60th birthday – 50 of those years have been dedicated to playing bass; he marked 30 years of honing the skills of talented musicians in his summer strings institute; his foundation just celebrated its first decade; and now he plans to commemorate it all by performing at Carnegie Hall 35 years – almost to the day – after his debut in the prestigious venue.
“There’s something very special abou...
UNT faculty member honored by Wildlife Society of Mexico
DENTON (UNT), Texas - Ricardo Rozzi, professor in the University of North Texas Department of Philosophy and Religion, has received the 2017 Enrique Beltran Prize for the Conservation of Natural Resources from The Wildlife Society of Mexico. Rozzi is the first researcher and scholar from outside of Mexico to receive the award.
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UNT professors receive more than $1 million in grants to increase cultural competency in mental health services
Three University of North Texas professors have been awarded more than $1.5 million in grants to begin the work of increasing cultural competency in therapists.
Angie Wilson, assistant professor in the Department Counseling and Higher Education in the College of Education and...
UNT Alumni Association honors alumni with 2017 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Awards
DENTON (UNT), Texas – The University of North Texas Alumni Association will honor outstanding alumni at the 2017 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Awards dinner at 7 p.m., Nov. 9 in UNT's Apogee Stadium HUB Club. Reception starts at 6 p.m.
This is the 52nd anniversary of the alumni awards program, which showcases the caliber of the university’s alumni and celebrates the depth and breadth of their professional accomplishments and service to the community. This Distinguished Alumni Achievement Awards...
UNT faculty available to discuss latest developments between U.S. and North Korea
Today (Monday, Sept. 25), North Korea's foreign minister said that President Donald Trump has "declared war" on his country and that Kim Jong Un's regime would consider shooting down American bombers. The following University of North Texas faculty members are available to discuss topics related to this evolving story. Contact the UNT News Service at 940-565-2108 to reach them:
UNT's fundraising total for 2017 breaks university record
The University of North Texas Division of Advancement achieved its highest annual fundraising total ever with more than $30.1 million in commitments.
The fiscal year 2017 total includes $19.6 million in cash contributions, as well as multi-year pledges and estate gift commitments.
“Our alumni and friends made a real difference this past year in supporting UNT’s vision and making an impact on the university,” said David Wolf (Ph.D. ’04), vice president for advancement who joined UNT in May 2015. “The increase in support is the result of strategic goals set by Advancement that aim...
Fall schedule announced for Thursday Night Music at UNT on the Square
What: Thursday Night Music, a series of concerts presented by the University of North Texas’ Institute for the Advancement for the Arts and the College of Music
When: 7-9 p.m. Thursdays Sept. 21 – Oct. 26
Where: UNT on the Square, 109 N. Elm St.
Cost: Free
Contact: Herbert.holl@unt.edu or Meredith.buie...
‘Billboard’ names UNT College of Music top music business school
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- “Billboard Magazine” has released its list of the “15 Best Music Business Schools in 2017,” and the University of North Texas College of Music has earned a coveted spot.
“I am thrilled for the recognition," said Fabiana Claure, director of career development and entrepreneurship in music, who developed the program i...
UNT student receives fellowship from Government Finance Officers of Texas
DENTON (UNT), Texas - Lindsay Jacques, a second-year student in the University of North Texas Master of Public Administration degree program, has received a $5,000 Lynn F. Anderson Fellowship in Government Finance from the ...
UNT on the Square exhibition shows new facets in UNT art professor Matthew Bourbon’s work
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- A sabbatical from teaching and a book about the Middle East helped change Matthew Bourbon’s art.
Bourbon, associate professor and program coordinator of drawing and painting at the University of North Texas, will present his works during the solo exhibition, “Sense and Reason,” Oct. 6 (Friday) – Nov. 11 (Saturday) at UNT on the Square. A reception will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 6.
Bourbon’s art has...