DENTON (UNT), Texas – Faculty and doctoral students from the University of North Texas traveled to Guadalajara recently to solidify a partnership between the university and the Secretariat of Education for the State of Jalisco, Mexico.

According to Nancy Nelson, professor of education and Meadows Chair for Excellence in Education at UNT, the partnership is more than 15 years old and has significant benefits for both the university and th...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Robert A. Watling has been named the Vice Provost for Academic Resources at the University of North Texas. In this position, he will serve as the chief academic budget and human resources officer.

"Robert Watling has the key experience in finance that is crucial to this position," said Finley Graves, provost and vice president for academic affairs at UNT. "His keen sense of business and deep understanding of higher education will help improv...

What: Science Adventure Camp

When: 1-5:30 p.m. July 30 (Saturday)

Where: UNT's Environmental Education, Science and Technology Building

Cost: Free

More information: tams.jets@gmail.com

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Students in the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science at the University of North Texas will host a free Science Adventure Camp from 1-5:30 p.m. on July 30 (Saturd...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Following the resignation of Rick Villarreal last month, the University of North Texas has retained the services of Eastman & Beaudine Inc., to assist in a national search for a new Athletic Director. The search will be conducted quickly, identifying highly qualified national candidates who will lead UNT to conference and national success while providing student-athletes a high level of academic achievement.

Bob Beaudine, CEO of the firm, will lead the search proce...

The White House is celebrating innovation and creativity during the National Week of Making June 17-23 (Friday-Thursday).

University of North Texas researchers are available to discuss the latest in maker technologies, including 3D printing, and the importance of creativity and innovation in research.

Marcus Young, assistant professor of materials science and engineering, is available by email to discuss the latest advance...

What: The summer Thursday Night Music Series at UNT on the Square, presented by the University of North Texas Institute for the Advancement of the Arts and the UNT College of Music.

When: 8 p.m. every Thursday night June 9-Aug. 4.

Where: UNT on the Square, 109 N. Elm St., on Denton's historic courthouse square.

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DENTON (UNT), Texas — Ever been lost in an airport terminal or nearly miss a flight because you were late? An airport app concept created by University of North Texas students may provide the answer to these and other air travel issues. The app, unveiled at the American Association of Airport Executives conference this month in Houston, is designed to give flight passengers easier travel experiences.

The app – Paeros – helped the UNT team dominate during the student research competition hosted at the association's annual conference, considered a pre...

DENTON (UNT), Texas - John W. Richmond, director of the Glenn Korff School of Music in the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, has been named the dean of the University of North Texas College of Music.

“Dr. Richmond possesses the leadership and experience needed to support and grow the reputation of UNT’s College of Music as one of the largest and most respected comprehensive music schools in the world,” said Finley Graves, provost and vice president for academic...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Misty Ricketts of Irving, a master of public administration student at the University of North Texas, has received a $3,500 Clarence E. Ridley Scholarship from the Texas City Management Association.

The association, which is comprised of government professionals dedicated to promoting the highest stand...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- After nearly 16 years as the top administrator for intercollegiate athletics at the University of North Texas, Rick Villarreal announced today that he is stepping down as the university's Athletic Director effective June 20, 2016.

"UNT President Neal Smatresk and I recently have been in discussions about the future of the university's athletic program and a transition of athletic leadership, and we have come to this mutual agreement," said Villarreal. "With the support of dedicated staff members, I have accomplished almost everything that I imagined possible her...