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Baumer String Quartet returns to UNT College of Music for residency and recitals
What: The Baumer String Quartet returns to the University of North Texas for two collaborative recitals – one with faculty and one with students from the UNT College of Music.
When: 8 p.m. Feb. 18 (Thursday) and 5 p.m. Feb. 19 (Friday).
Where: Paul Voertman Concert Hall, located in the Music Building at 415 Avenue C, Denton.
Cost: Free.
More information: For a complete list of UNT College of Music events, incl...
UNT expert available to discuss future of education after No Child Left Behind
State legislatures across the U.S. are beginning to implement the Every Student Succeeds Act, which replaces No Child Left Behind. The new policies will be enacted in public schools by the states over the coming year, and debate about the pros and cons of the act has already begun.
Kelley King, associate professor of curriculum and instruction in the College of Education at the Uni...
UNT business event calendar features big-name speakers, fine dining and more for Spring 2016
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The University of North Texas means business this spring when it takes innovative programs and events in fields like hospitality, retail and logistics beyond the classroom. Events and workshops take place on the UNT campus in Denton, unless otherwise noted. To reserve media passes, contact Monique.Bird@unt.edu or 940-369-7782.
The Executive + Scholar Lecture Series will be headlined by digital retail executive John Koryl, president of Neiman Marcus Stores and Online, in a Q&A about...
UNT Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference to celebrate 100th anniversary of Pulitzer Prizes
What: Pulitzers: A Century of Excellence: People, Politics & Public Affairs" -- The 12th annual Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference, hosted by the University of North Texas' Frank W. Mayborn Graduate Institute of Journalism
When: July 22 (Friday)-July 24 (Sunday)
Where: Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center, 1800 Highway 26 East in G...
UNT College of Music employee never misses a beat when booking artists for Denton's live music scene
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Monday through Friday from 8 to 5, Christopher Walker works in an office on the University of North Texas campus managing tasks handed to him by the College of Music's divisions of Composition Studies and Music Education. He is the administrative assistant for both areas, planning various activities and keeping them organized. But, when he is not busy juggling these successful programs, he has his finger on the pulse of Denton's thriving live music scene.
"I'm a booker, talent buyer and sound engineer at Andy's Bar on the squa...
UNT chef says go big or go home with game day food
University of North Texas chef Andrew Klipsch is available to discuss game day food ideas ahead of Super Bowl 50 on Feb. 7 (Sunday).
"There really is only a 50/50 chance that you and your guests will enjoy watching the game, depending on how your team is doing," Klipsch said. "A good way to make sure your party is fun for everyone is to go all out with food. I suggest picking one food theme, which could be dips, sandwiches or chili.
"If you pick sandwiches, go big and have five types of sandwiches and a lot of sides. Make sure at least one of you...
UNT Black History Month speaker to discuss women's role in the 1960s civil rights era
What: A lecture and panel discussion on the history of the 1960s Civil Rights Movement, part of the University of North Texas' observation of Black History Month. Sanderia Faye, a UNT doctoral student, will discuss and read from her historically-based novel, "Mourner's Bench," which examines women's roles in the movement in rural Arkansas. J. Todd Moye, a faculty member in UNT's Department of History, will speak about the history of th...
UNT economist available to discuss stock market volatility
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has seen significant volatility in 2016. The Dow closed with a triple digit gain or loss in 16 of the 21 trading days so far in 2016. Michael Carroll, a University of North Texas economist, is available to discuss this year's trading news and both the short- and long-term effects.
Reach Carroll at 940-565-4049 (office) or 419-308-9580 (cell), or by email at Michael.Carroll@unt.edu.
He says that though the market volume has remained within histori...
UNT College of Music professor, students help North Texas seniors get in tune with musical talents
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- On Monday afternoons during the University of North Texas fall and spring semesters, the Denton Senior Center is filled with the vibrant sounds of a traditional concert wind ensemble – woodwinds, brass and percussion all working together in harmony. But, there is something unique about the musicians sitting in the chairs of the two Denton New Horizons bands – they are either young seniors or retirees.
"A few months after I retired in 2010, I saw an article in the newspaper regarding the band," said Buddy Givens, bassoon player for the New Horizons Band. "I had i...
Theatre teacher to lead hands-on story time workshop as part of UNT's Saturday Series
What: Saturday Series, an interactive storytime program demonstrating how children can improve their public speaking and creative movement skills sponsored by the University of North Texas.
When: 1-3 p.m. March 12 (Saturday).
Where: UNT Art Gallery, 1201 W. Mulberry St., Denton.
Parking: Guests can park for free near the Art Building on Mulberry and Welch. Parking is not allowed in the green spaces, which are reserved.
Cost: Free.
More information: Reservations...