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UNT explores latest trends in technology at Digital Fabrication Symposium
What: Digital Fabrication Symposium, a workshop sponsored by the University of North Texas Digital Fabrication Group featuring panels, a keynote speech by artist Laura Splan and a professional development workshop for educators.
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 21 (Friday)
Where: Willis Library, 1506 Highland Street
Cost: Registration is free and...
Google, SapientNitro execs to discuss retail virtual reality at UNT talk
What: The annual Consumer Experience Symposium at the University of North Texas. This year’s theme is “Turning up the Shopping Experience with Interactive Technology.”
When/Where: 10 a.m. to noon April 6 (Thursday), Rooms 314A-B (ballroom) of UNT’s University Union, located at 1155 Union Circle in Denton.
Tickets: $50 for the commu...
UNT’s Texas digital newspaper program reaches five million page mark
In the early morning hours of February 2013, the Main Street Presbyterian Church in Honey Grove, Texas, was destroyed by fire and with it went hundreds of historical church records.
That blaze prompted the Honey Grove Preservation League to kick their conservation efforts into high gear, said Malinda Allison, vice president of the league and a member of the Fannin County Historical Commission.
“This is the history of our town, and the people here care about it,” said Allison.
They aren’t alone. The University of North Texas University...
Guest lecturer at University of North Texas to discuss Syria crisis, other Middle East nations
What: "Current Developments in the Middle East" — A lecture at the University of North Texas by Daniel
Agranov, deputy consul general of the Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest United
...
Annual Voertman art competition to feature top UNT students’ work
What: Annual Voertman Competition at the University of North Texas showcasing artworks from students in the College of Visual Arts and Design.
When: April 1 (Saturday) – April 15 (Saturday)
Where: Lightwell Gallery, 1201 W. Mulberry St. in Denton
Cost: Free
More information: To learn more about the art competition, call 940-565-4005. Parking is $2 per hour i...
UNT professors, students and alumni win at media arts festival
UNT professors, students and alumni win at media arts festival
Two students, four former students and two faculty members from the University of North Texas’ Department of Media Arts won awards from the Broadcast Education Association’s Festival of Media Arts.
Xiaoqun Zhang, assistant professor in the department, won first place in the Open Paper category of the Internation...
UNT student is first to complete 3D image chemical mapping of seed important in genetic research
DENTON (UNT), Texas – Arabidopsis thaliana is a seed so tiny that it can fit into Abraham Lincoln’s eye on a penny. Its small size, rapid life cycle and ability to produce thousands of seeds make this plant perfect for research. Now scientists who use it for studies have a new advantage. Drew Sturtevant, a student from the University of North Texas, was just able to complete 3D imaging of the inside of this tiny seed that reveals its chemical mapping for the first time. His breakthrough was recently published in the journal...
Tickets on sale for TEDxUNT on April 11, featuring eight speakers
What: TEDxUNT: Otherside — An event bringing six University of North Texas students and faculty members and two Denton community members together for thought-provoking live presentations to a small audience
When: 5-9 p.m. April 11 (Tuesday)
Where: Lyric Theater of UNT’s Murchison Performing Arts Center, 2100 Interstate 35E, Denton
Cost: $20 for UNT students; $30 for UNT faculty, staff members and others. Only 50 tickets will be available for students and 50 available...
Jennifer Evans-Cowley named UNT Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Jennifer Evans-Cowley, a UNT alumna with more than a decade of experience in higher education leadership, has been named the new provost and vice president for academic affairs at the University of North Texas.
UNT President Neal Smatresk said he is excited to have an alumna leading UNT’s academic community, someone who knows firsthand the quality of a UNT education.
“Jennifer brings unique expertise to help us continue our momentum as a Tier One research university because she understands how to best support student and faculty success and plan for growth,” said UNT President N...
UNT College of Music to present rare performance of Bach’s 1725 version of St. John Passion
What: The UNT Collegium Singers and Baroque Orchestra will perform a rare version of Bach’s St. John Passion.
When: 7 p.m. April 1 (Saturday)
Where: Church of the Incarnation, 3966 McKinney Ave., Dallas.
Cost: $20 for adults; $10 for seniors, students and children. Purchase tickets online or by calling the Murchison Performing Arts Center Box Office at 940-369-7802.
DENTON (UNT), Texas – The...