DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Two writers visiting the University of North Texas for the spring 2016 Visiting Writers Series sponsored by UNT's Creative Writing Program have had awards and nominations heaped upon them recently.

Rick Barot's new collection of poetry "Chord" was shortlisted for the 2016 PEN Open Book Award, and Colm Tóibín's novel "...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- University of North Texas College of Music alumni won in three categories at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards Monday night. Snarky Puppy is taking home their second Grammy Award, this year in the Best Contemporary Instrumental Album category for their work with Metropole Orkest. UNT College of Music alumnus Michael League is the bassist, composer and founder of the band Snarky Puppy. Among the other alumni who make up the band that has roughly two dozen rotating members are Nate Werth, percussion;...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The University of North Texas College of Music's diverse spring performances offer a view into musical cultures from across the globe.

Mexican music with Mariachi Águilas

Go on a musical adventure through Mexico with Mariachi Águilas as they explore the passionate sounds of the country's traditional folk music. From its origins off the western coast of the Pacific Ocean to the plazas of Mexico City, audiences will be transported across regions and time through mariachi's diverse sounds. The show, which a...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- University of North Texas Associate Professor of biology Pamela Padilla has been elected to the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science Board of Directors.

The society is dedicated to fostering the success of Chicano/Hispanic and Native American scientists – from college students to professionals – to attain advanced degrees, careers and positions of leadership in the science, techno...

Following the death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia on Saturday (Feb. 13), Senate Republicans have said they will block a vote on any nominee that President Barack Obama would make to replace Scalia, calling for the president who will be elected in November to be the person to fill the vacancy.

The following University of North Texas faculty members are available to discuss issues related to the vacancy on the Supreme Court after Scalia's death:

Bethany Blackstone, assistant professor in UNT's...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The double bass is a large, imposing instrument. Typically standing six feet tall, the stringed instrument is commonly part of orchestras, jazz combos, and concert bands, and is featured in chamber music. But, it is seldom thought of as a top choice for solo performances. University of North Texas College of Music Regents Professor of Double Bass Jeff Bradetich is trying to change that perception.

"Some say the double bass is not a solo instrument," Bradetich said. "I say, 'Why not?' I want to give the double bass more credibility as a featured instrument on the...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The University of North Texas College of Music presents thousands of events each year – everything from symphonies, to chamber performances, to faculty and student recitals – and many are streamed live online. Little do viewers know that it is one man's concept, and the work of just two people bringing the big, bold sounds of UNT's talented faculty, students and guest artists into their homes.

"There's me and a single student who arrive to the hall about an hour before the event to setup the cameras, and check the system,"...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- When Arizona Cardinals safety Tyrann Mathieu tore his right ACL during the last part of the 2015 regular season -- after suffering the same injury in December 2013 -- he said he would not rush his physical rehabilitation this time. Mathieu acknowledged that he did not play his best during the 2014 season because he did not return fully healed.

A new University of North Texas study will determine the effectiveness of different psychological interventions in improving athletes' physical rehabilitation after AC...

DENTON (UNT), Texas -- "House of Cards" returns on March 4 when the fourth season brings 13 new episodes to Netflix. With it comes the haunting and sophisticated musical score, the perfect way to set the scene for an American political drama. It may be hard to believe that portions of it were created in a University of North Texas dorm room by College of Music Jazz studies student Henry Beal.

"My role is to play the electric bass," said Beal. "The bass lines were very specific to match the mood and characters."

Beal is the son of the series' c...

DENTON (UNT), Texas — University of North Texas students are marking a year-long winning streak with another first-place win at a major logistics contest. Four students took the top award from the 35th Annual Operation Stimulus Case Competition, hosted by the Denver Transportation Club Feb. 4 – 6. Competitors were challenged to step in as the hypothetical managing team for an underperforming warehouse facing multiple issues, such as budgeting, managing inventory, safety and improving operations.

"There is no room for error in this compet...