DENTON (UNT), Texas ­— The University of North Texas will celebrate graduates in 10 ceremonies this week.

During Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies Dec. 13-15 (Friday-Sunday), the university expects more than 4,500 students to celebrate the completion of bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degrees during the summer and fall semesters.

The ceremonies will be hosted on the UNT campus in the Coliseum, 600 Avenue D, and in the Murchison Performing Arts Center, 2100 N. I-35 East, in Denton.

View the complete Fall 2024 commencement schedule, with links to watch the livestreams of the ceremonies in the Coliseum and Murchison.

Celebrate UNT graduates through these remarkable Commencement stories.

• Christiane Elle, graduating with a degree in hospitality management and a minor in military science, overcame numerous challenges, including switching majors and balancing a demanding academic schedule while serving in the U.S. Army. Her determination and resilience, inspired by her immigrant parents and military family, helped her manage over 20 credit hours a semester, complete a 500-hour internship and excel in leadership roles, ultimately earning her gold bars as a Second Lieutenant. Despite the obstacles, Elle remains proud of her growth, emphasizing that resilience is key to overcoming tough paths. Her ceremony is at 8 a.m. Dec. 14 (Saturday) in the UNT Coliseum.
• Anurag Krishnakedar Gumaste, a doctoral candidate in materials science and engineering at UNT, has overcome numerous challenges on his journey from a small town in India to becoming a leader in his field. Driven by a passion for problem-solving and innovation, he has co-authored 16 research papers, won multiple accolades and maintained a 3.9 GPA while mentoring undergraduate teams. With a future in the materials science industry, Gumaste is eager to continue developing solutions that drive technology and sustainability. His ceremony is at 2 p.m. Dec. 15 (Sunday) in the UNT Coliseum.
• Growing up in Laredo, Erick Morales found solace in music, eventually pursuing bachelor’s degrees in music education and clarinet performance at UNT, where he flourished as a performer and leader in renowned ensembles. His perseverance led him to win UNT’s William Gammon Henry Concerto Competition and, after multiple attempts, secure a position with the prestigious U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own.” Starting in 2025, Morales will fulfill his dream of sharing music on a national stage, proving that dedication and resilience open doors to extraordinary opportunities. His ceremony is at 12 p.m. Dec. 13 (Friday) in the Murchison Performing Arts Center.

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