Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025

UNT students posting with First Day at UNT signs
   WELCOME BACK   
It’s officially the start of the Fall 2025 semester, and campus is buzzing! This semester is one for making new memories, meeting new friends and chasing big dreams — together. You’ve got a lot on your plate, but remember, UNT has plenty of resources and support to help you succeed with style. Here are some ways to help you start strong:
  • Take control of your academic success with free individual tutoring sessions at the Writing Center and the Math Lab.
  • Download the UNT Go app for all of your classroom and campus needs in one place.
  • Find individual, group and 24/7 emergency counseling services at Counseling and Testing Services.
  • Check out this Survival Guide to help with common questions, including residence help for living in the dorms.
  • Explore campus resources available to all UNT students — no matter where you take classes.
Check out the First Flight Week wrap-up. Here’s to a great semester, Eagles!
An aerial photo of Camp Copass
   FLiP OUT   
Attention, first-year students! If you’re looking to be a future leader on campus, sign up for the First-Year Leadership in Practice (FLiP) Retreat happening Saturday, Sept. 20, at Camp Copass. This is a full-day experience where you can connect with new friends, challenge yourself on the Low Ropes Course and gain valuable leadership skills. Food and transportation are provided, and the best news? It's all free.

Register here by Sept. 1.

A student showing their UNT class ring
   RING READY   
If you have completed at least 60 undergraduate credit hours (or 15 credit hours for graduate students), you are invited to join the UNT Ring tradition – a celebration of your academic achievements and unique college story through a lifelong connection to your future alma mater. Customize and purchase your class ring in person, by virtual appointment or in the online store during UNT Ring Days, starting today through Oct.16.

To participate in the Ring Ceremony and Eagle Ring Dive on Friday, Dec. 5, your ring must be ordered and paid for in full by Thursday, Oct. 16.


Learn more about the UNT Ring Program and schedule your appointment!

UNT fans at a table tailgating
   TAILGATING & FOOTBALL 101   
It’s time to get hyped for the start of Mean Green football! Come out to DATCU Stadium Thursday, Aug. 21, for Football 101 — the annual International Affairs welcome event where you'll learn all about UNT football. Then, on Wednesday, Aug. 27, head to the Union South Lawn for Tailgating 101 with music, games and appearances by the team and spirit squads. Also, be sure to come to the Mean Green Kickoff Celebration on Saturday, Aug. 23. Go Mean Green!
People dining at a UNT dining hall
   DELICIOUS DINING   
The food at UNT is out of this world delicious, and the university is making headlines as one of the few colleges that offers allergy-friendly food. Patrons affected by the “Big 9” – milk, eggs, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts or wheat – don't have to worry about any of them being present in the food at Kitchen West.

The best way to experience all the award-winning food on campus is by purchasing one of the many flexible meal plan options. They’re affordable and last through the entire school year.

Check out this video to learn all about UNT Dining.
A photo of a hand signing a document
   LEGAL EAGLES   
Got legal questions? Student Legal Services has your back! As a UNT student, you have access to free help you might need — whether it’s writing a letter, drafting a document or figuring out your options, they’re here to give students free legal guidance. Just a heads-up — they can’t represent you on criminal cases (like traffic tickets) but can consult with you on criminal matters and for most other issues, they’re your go-to campus legal resource.

Learn more about the services they offer and fill out a form if you would like to make an appointmen
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Mean Green Round Up art
   SADDLE UP!   
Yeehaw! The 2025 UNT Homecoming theme was announced — Mean Green Roundup! Dust off your boots and hats and mark your calendars for Oct. 13-18.

The full schedule and forms to participate in all the festivities will be shared soon, but in the meantime, read all about UNT Homecoming history and traditions.

A rider holding the North Texas flag
   FAIR FESTIVITIES   
You don’t have to wait until Homecoming to get your boots on, because the 97th annual North Texas Fair and Rodeo is in full swing! Through Aug. 24, enjoy country music, rodeos, livestock shows, kid zones, attractions and, of course — fair food! This Friday, Aug. 22, is UNT Day at the Fair, so show your UNT ID at the Main Gate East entrance and receive $5 off your ticket. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., and your ticket includes general admission to the fair, rodeo and concerts.

 Check Friday's schedule for the full day’s lineup.

   COMING UP   
Here's a snapshot of this week's campus happenings. Please check the UNT Calendar for updates and the status of all events, or contact the event organizers for details.
COMING UP AT DISCOVERY PARK

COMING UP AT UNT AT FRISCO
A screenshot of Scrappy video from ntscrappy on Instagram
   BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING   
Scrappy was back to school shopping for deals, but instead found some disturbing items on the shelves. Check out what he discovered.

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