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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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New UNT retailing degree approved by Texas higher ed board targets critical need
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Come Fall 2016, the University of North Texas will offer a new bachelor's degree in retailing to address a critical shortage in the industry: future leaders ready to tackle retail's evolving needs. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board recently approved the degree, making UNT the first university in the U.S. to bridge the gap between the three primary components of retail: merchandising, digital and operations.
"The goal has always been for UNT to be a center for excellence for the complete retail platform," sa...
Press passes available to Jessica Williams speech
NOTE: This event has been cancelled. Refunds will be issued to the card used to purchase tickets.
What: Actress, writer and comedian Jessica Williams will speak as part of the University of North Texas Distinguished Lecture Series. Williams will discuss her time as a correspondent on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart."
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Women, gender studies professor will discuss Texas as hub for human trafficking
Of the more than 50,000 people who come into the U.S. each year as victims of human trafficking, a quarter arrive through Texas, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
A Presidential Proclamation in 2011 designated January as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. In addition, non-government organizations started National Human Trafficking Day, which is observed annually on Jan. 11.
Sandra Spencer, the director of the University of North Texas...
UNT Kuehne Speaker Series creates $1.25M sustainable fund
Donors have committed more than $1.25 million to create a sustainable fund for the UNT Kuehne Speaker Series, one of UNT's signature events in Dallas. The UNT Kuehne Speaker Series was established in 2013 to provide a forum to engage in conversation about topics of national and global relevance. A steering committee was formed in January 2015 to guide and accelerate the growth of the series. The committee initiated the idea of creating a sustainable fund to ensure sustainability.
The UNT Kuehne Speaker Series began as a vision of UNT alumnus and philanthropist, Ernie Kuehne, as a way...