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UNT University Union topping off ceremony set for Sept. 4
What: Topping off ceremony for the UNT University Union construction project. Construction crews will lift and place the highest steel beam on the new University Union during the ceremony
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 4 (Thursday). Beam will be lifted between 12:30 – 1 p.m.
Where: UNT Library Mall, 1506 W. Highland St.
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- More than 1,200 tons of concrete, 16,000 yards of rebar and 1,800 tons of steel have been poured, placed and secured in the new UNT Unive...
UNT fall exhibitions feature international photographers, faculty and alumni artwork
DENTON, Texas (UNT) – The UNT galleries of the College of Visual Arts and Design will host a variety of exhibitions this fall, presenting the best in art and photography from UNT and around the world.
UNT Art Gallery
Location: 1201 W. Mulberry St. in Denton, on the first floor of the Art Building
Hours: 12 – 5 p.m. Tuesday; 9:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday; 12 – 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday...
Tailgate in Mean Green style for Sept. 6 home game
As you prepare for the first Fall 2014 Mean Green home game Sept. 6 against SMU, plan to tailgate Mean Green style:
- Carpool. This is the easiest green practice to implement. By simply hopping in a car with your friends and family, you can reduce carbon emissions that pollute our air while saving gas money. It's a win-win for the environment and your pocket book!
- Utilize Public Transportation. If you're commuting from Dallas, hop on...
UNT appoints Ligon, Cox interim deans
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Two University of North Texas faculty members and current administrators – Eric Ligon and Dr. Gloria Cox – have been named interim deans for the College of Visual Arts and Design and the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science respectively, by Dr. Warren Burggren, UNT provost and vice president for academic affairs.
"Eric and Gloria bring an unusual degree of experience and expertise to their new roles," said Burggren. "Both Eric's and Gloria's history with the university will provide important continuity for students, faculty and staff in this transitional per...
Professor with background in French, Indian cuisine available to discuss "The Hundred-Foot Journey"
In the movie "The Hundred-Foot Journey," the owner of a celebrated restaurant in a rural French village clashes with a family of immigrants from Mumbai, India, when they open their own restaurant across the street.
Bharath Josiam, professor of hospitality and tourism management at the University of North Texas and a native of Madras/Chennai, India, will offer a unique perspective to the movie, which opened earlier this month and has grossed $11 million more than its modest production budget.
Josiam rec...
United Nations War Crimes Tribunal uses UNT survey to study impact of war on victims and witnesses
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Not all scars of war fade for those who have witnessed or experienced its horrors. Scars run deep in the case of the Yugoslav Wars of 1991–2001, in which genocide, torture, rape and other inhumane acts destroyed entire communities as well as individuals. The justice system can put a criminal in jail, but what of justice for the victim? What remedy can heal suffering wrought by crimes against humanity?
University of North Texas political scientists...
UNT experts weigh in on Wright Amendment ending Oct. 13
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The Wright Amendment expires on Oct. 13, bringing an end to longtime federal restrictions on airlines flying out of Dallas Love Field. Several University of North Texas experts are available for comment.
Steve Joiner, lecturer of logistics in the UNT College of Business, leads UNT's aviation logistics program and has extensive aviation experience.
"As to the immediate impact of Oct....
UNT receives $480,000 grant for South Texas writing project
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- This year, students in South Texas will learn tips to strengthen their writing skills in a variety of classes -- including math, science, reading, English and more -- with the help of the University of North Texas' North Star of Texas Writing Project.
UNT's North Star of Texas Writing Project received a $480,000 grant from the Texas Education Agency to organize professional development workshops for South Texas teachers, who will take their newly learned tips b...
One O'Clock Lab Band and Wednesday Night Jazz return to UNT for the fall season
DENTON, Texas (UNT) – The One O'Clock Lab Band's fall season starts Sept. 3 with a concert and album release at UNT's Gateway Center, and serves as the opening for the popular Wednesday Night Jazz series. The One O'Clock Lab Band's dynamic season continues with concerts throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
The fall lineup includes the annual November concert in Denton, this season featuring guest artist Chuck Findley. A renowned trumpet player who is perhaps best known as a member of The Tonight Show Ba...
UNT alumna to address reading, writing conference
What: 13th Annual Denton Area T.A.I.R. Conference -- Navigating Your Path as a Lifelong Literacy Leader
When: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sept. 20 (Saturday)
Where: Guyer High School, 7501 Teasley Lane, Denton
Cost: $25 for early bird registration postmarked by Sept. 9;
$40 for late registration and on-site registration
Contact: For registration information, contact Teddi Martin, lecturer in the College of Education, at...