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The UNT Symphonic Band brings North Texas a celebration of Russian Culture
What: “The Russians are Coming” a Symphonic Band concert featuring the music of Russian composers
When: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20 (Thursday).
Where: The Winspear Performance Hall, located in the Murchison Performing Arts Center at 2100 S. Interstate 35 E, Denton.
Cost: $10 adults, $8 s...
UNT Professor's latest invention heats up biofuel research
University of North Texas College of Engineering Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering Professor Sheldon Shi and Associate Professor Haifeng Zhang have received a $482,905 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture to develop a high-temperature sensor that will aid in biofuel research.
“For this project, we’re going to build high-temperature sensors for...
UNT education professor named Fulbright Scholar
DENTON (UNT), Texas –University of North Texas educational psychology professor Darrell Hull has been named an award winner in the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.
For his Fulbright research, Hull will travel to Jamaica to study “unattached” youth — young people who are unemployed and are not in school or any training programs.
In Jamaica, “unattached” youth make up about 30 percent of the total youth population and have the highest unemployment rate at 22 percent.
“They don’t have the skill...
UNT experts available to comment and provide analysis as Hurricane Florence lingers over the Carolinas
DENTON (UNT), Texas — Hurricane Florence has made landfall in North Carolina. The Category 1 hurricane may linger over coastal North and South Carolina with heavy winds and flooding. Experts at the University of North Texas are prepared to discuss the dangers and potential fallout from Florence. We will add more experts as they become available; please contact the ...
Growing enrollment leads to record-setting graduation rates that drive the Texas economy
Students who graduate from the University of North Texas soar higher, and this year UNT reached new heights in serving the students of Texas by:
- awarding a record number of degrees
- increasing retention and achieving significant growth in its 4-year graduation rate, and
- strengthening its commitment to serve the communities of North Texas as the city of Frisco’s higher education partner
Perhaps most importantly though, is the fact that this year, UNT should officially meet the criteria to be designated as a Minority Serving Institution....
UNT Department of Studio Art presents the works of faculty and staff in: “CORPS//”
What: The UNT College of Visual Arts and Design Department of Studio Art presents “CORPS//;” an exhibit featuring small works in a variety of media from more than 35 of the department’s faculty and staff.
When: Sept. 12 (Wednesday) - Sept. 22 (Saturday); Reception: Sept. 13 (Thursday) 5 – 7 p.m.
Where:...
UNT entrepreneurship center joins Denton’s new Angel Investment Group
DENTON (UNT), Texas — The Murphy Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of North Texas is partnering with the Denton community to launch a new investment group in North Texas.
The Denton Angel Investment Group – whose founders include several successful entrepreneurs, two CEOs, a seasoned corporate attorney and the leader of UNT’s Murphy Center – was recently created to provide investment and strategic advisory support to...
World renowned hip-hop dancer and choreographer, Rennie Harris, to collaborate with UNT dance students
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The University of North Texas Department of Dance & Theater will host renowned hip-hop dancer and choreographer, Rennie Harris and his assistant Millie Heckler, a Rennie Harris dancer, from September 7 – 16.
Since the age of 15, Harris has been teaching workshops and classes at various venues and universities around the country and is a powe...
UNT computer science professor wins Tech Titans award
Renee Bryce, a professor in the University of North Texas, College of Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Engineering received the 2018 Tech Titans of the Future– University Level Award, which included a $25,000 prize.
The award honors Dallas-Fort Worth higher education institutions that encourage and support students in pursuing engineering- and technology-related disciplines.
Bryce was recognized for creating the B...
In the midst of peak hurricane season, UNT researchers continue study of storm’s impact
DENTON (UNT), Texas — The impact of a hurricane lingers long after the storm surge and winds have subsided. As hurricane season peaks, University of North Texas experts are available to comment on the lasting effects hurricanes have on a community. Research projects underway at UNT are examining how Hurricane Harvey has influenced housing, tourism-based economies and more.
For interviews, contact monique.bird@unt.edu or heather.noel@unt.edu.
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