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Media passes available to Oct. 5 Carl Bernstein & P.J. O'Rourke event at UNT
What: Political commentators and renowned journalists Carl Bernstein and P.J. O'Rourke will speak as part of the University of North Texas Distinguished Lecture Series.
Their interactive, moderated forum, "Carl and P.J.: Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the White House" will discuss presidential candidates and voter knowledge in a light-hearted manner.
When: 8 p.m. Oct. 5 (Wednesday). Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Where: UNT's...
UNT researchers collaborate on cancer breakthrough
DENTON, Texas (UNT) -- A team of researchers working in two countries and several universities, including the University of North Texas, has made a major discovery that could help fight some deadly forms of cancer.
In 2013, the team announced that it had connected a single protein that contain an iron-sulfur center, to some of the most lethal types of breast cancers. Since then, that protein has been connected to at least four other types of cancer. Now the researchers say their lab results show they've found a way to suppress that protein and in turn stop tumor growth.
"People...
UNT Creative Writing's fall Visiting Writers Series begins Sept. 28
DENTON (UNT), Texas – Five renowned writers will give readings at the University of North Texas this fall as part of the UNT Creative Writing Program's Visiting Writers Series. The series brings nationally and internationally renowned writers to campus every semester to give book readings and signings and to hold question and answer sessions.
All events in the Visiting Writers Series are free. Parking will be available in UNT's Highland Street Garage.
Three faculty members will kick off this fall's Vis...
Computer engineering professor named finalist for award
DENTON (UNT), Texas – UNT professor Ram Dantu has been named a D CEO CIO/CTO award finalist. Dantu is the only academic nominated and is named among top chief information and chief technology officers in North Texas.
Dantu began conducting research and teaching at UNT in 2003, when he took over as the director of the Center for Information and Computer Security. He worked in the industry for more th...
UNT College of Music "Gala Heroes and Villains of the Stage" to raise funds for student scholarships
What: The 2016 University of North Texas College of Music Gala, Heroes and Villains of the Stage, featuring the Symphony Orchestra and student vocalists.
When: 4 p.m. Oct. 9 (Sunday).
Where: Margot and Bill Winspear Performance Hall in the Murchison Performing Arts Center, 2100 Interstate 35E, Denton. The event also will be streamed live at https://recording.music.unt.edu/.
Cost: $25 each. Purchase tickets...
UNT top economist shares insight for presidential debates, election
The first of three scheduled televised debates for the 2016 presidential election is set for next week, when the Republican candidate, Donald Trump, debates the Democratic candidate, Hillary Clinton, at 8 p.m. (Central) Sept. 26 (Monday) at Hofstra University in Hempstad, N.Y.
Michael Carroll, director of the University of North Texas Economics Research Group, says the debates can be an opport...
For second year in a row, UNT hits record high with enrollment
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The University of North Texas continues to see an increase in enrollment and, for the second year in a row, has posted a record for students enrolled with 37,973 students, which is a 2 percent increase over last year.
This growth, led by its largest incoming freshmen class to date of 4,773 students, is nearly a 2.5 percent increase over last year's record class. The university continues to attract some of the brightest students in the country, which include 11 new National Merit Finalists.
"UNT is clearly a top choice in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and beyo...
New discovery could change how many materials are designed
DENTON, Texas (UNT) -- New research published this week in the online publication Nature is challenging a theory that is more than 50 years old and could change how some materials are designed in the future.
A team of researchers, including professor Rajiv Mishra and post-doctoral researcher Mageshwari Komarasamy of the University of North Texas' College...
UNT New College at Frisco and the North Texas Community College Consortium to host open house for ITT Tech students
What: Open house for ITT Tech students who can speak with advisors from UNT and area community colleges to learn how they can transfer their ITT Tech credits for different degree programs.
When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sept. 21 (Wednesday).
Where: UNT New College at Frisco, 2811 Internet Blvd. Suite 100, Frisco, Texas.
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The University of North Texas, in partnership with the North Texas Community College Consortium, is hosting an open house for ITT Tech students at UNT New College at Frisco, an off-site instruc...
UNT Fine Arts Series welcomes Humans of New York creator
What: Humans of New York: An Evening with Brandon Stanton welcomes the creator of the popular blog Humans of New York who will discuss his photography and stories with UNT students and guests. The event is part of the University of North Texas Mary Jo and V. Lane Rawlins Fine Arts Series in conjunction with the UNT Distinguished Lecture Series.
When: 7 p.m. Sept. 28 (Wednesday).
Where: UNT Coliseum, 600 Ave. D, Denton.
Cost: Free for students, $10 for guests of students, $20 for facult...