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UNT College of Music assistant professor tasked with choosing top trumpets for southcentral US
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Internationally renowned musician and University of North Texas College of Music Assistant Professor of Trumpet Jason Bergman has been chosen to take part in the Bach Artist Select program for Conn-Selmer Inc. As such, he was asked to hand select the top 14 Bach trumpets to be sold in a region that includes Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Arkansas.
"This is the first year for this exciting program," Bergman said. "I'm fortunate to be the first trumpet artist the Bac...
Texas higher ed board approves UNT launch of public health degree program
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The University of North Texas College of Education will soon offer a bachelor's degree in public health. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approved the degree, helping UNT to fill a critical need in the field of health.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified a need for new undergraduate programs in public health by 2020. With numerous public hospitals, health departments and...
German Expressionism comes to UNT in exhibition running Jan. 21-Feb. 20
What: Collections, Cultures, and Collaborations: German Expressionist Prints from the Collection of Gus Kopriva, an exhibition featuring German modernist prints from the Kopriva collection in Houston as well as film screenings.
When: Jan. 21 (Thursday) – Feb. 20 (Saturday). Gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, and 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday.
Where: Main Gallery, UNT Art Gallery, University of North Texas, 1201 West Mulberry Street, Denton
Cost: F...
UNT biologist available to discuss EPA's pesticide announcement
The Environmental Protection Agency announced last week that neonicotinoids, a neuro-active component of the most widely used pesticides in the world, are a threat to pollinators.
Kelly Reyna, University of North Texas assistant professor of biology and executive director of UNT Quail, is available to discuss neonicotinoids and research he has conducted to find out...
University of North Texas faculty available to comment on upcoming Republican, Democratic debates
With both the Democrat and Republican national conventions to formally nominate presidential candidates less than seven months away, debates have been scheduled for the Republican candidates on Jan. 14 (Thursday) and the Democratic candidates on Jan. 17 (Sunday). The Republican debate in Charleston, South Carolina -- the sixth GOP debate since early August -- is expected to have no more than six candidates participating in the primetime portion, under tightened criteria required by Fox Business Network, which is hosting the debate.
The following University of North Texas faculty membe...
Tickets available for Great Conversations dinner benefiting University of North Texas Honors College
What: Great Conversations -- A dinner hosted by the University of North Texas Honors College with stimulating conversation as the main purpose. Those who attend will be seated in small groups, with the tables hosted by UNT faculty and staff members, and business and community leaders.
When: Feb. 23 (Tuesday), beginning at 6 p.m.
Where: Clubroom of UNT's...
UNT professor Harlan Butt's art displayed Feb. 5-27 at UNT on the Square
What: Harlan W. Butt: National Parks Project, an exhibition of work by the Regents professor of studio art of College of Visual Arts and Design at the University of North Texas
When: Feb. 5 (Friday) – 27 (Saturday). A reception will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Feb. 5 (Friday).
Where: UNT on the Square, 109 N. Elm St., Denton
Hours: 9 a.m. - noon and 1 - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, with e...
UNT Libraries rounds up horse photos for first book
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- You may not know it, but Denton County is home to one of the largest concentrations of horse ranches in the world. The county has more than 350 such ranches, and many more are in the surrounding North Texas area. And Denton County is also home to a huge diversity of horses, including Thoroughbreds, American Quarter Horses, Arabians and Appaloosas.
Now, a new book printed through the University of North Texas Libraries is showcasing 40 years of photography that captures the culture and lifestyle of horse ranching and cutt...
UNT College of Music's spring season showcases world-renowned musicians; empowering operas; talents of students and faculty
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The University of North Texas College of Music's spring concert season includes exciting symphonic and jazz performances, two unique and passionate operas, and visits by musicians from around the world.
The UNT Opera has chosen a theme of celebrating strong women for this season. "The Mother of Us All," a work that chronicles the life of Susan B. Anthony and her fight for women's suffrage is the centerpiece of the spring 2016 repertoire. The second collaboration between author Gertrude Stein and composer Virgil...
Texas State Artist Dornith Doherty's photography on display Feb. 4-March 12 at UNT ArtSpace Dallas
What: Dornith Doherty: 2016 Texas State Artist, an exhibition featuring the photographs of Doherty, Distinguished Research Professor at the University of North Texas and Texas State 2-D Artist
When: Feb. 4 (Thursday) - March 12 (Saturday). Gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Where: UNT ArtSpace Dallas, 1901 Main St., Dallas, on the first floor of the University Center Building
Cost: Free
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