FINALS WEEK
The Last Regular Class Meeting day is Thursday, May 4, and finals are Saturday, May 6, through Thursday, May 11. Here are a few things to remember as you prepare to study for your final exams and complete your final projects:
- Make sure you know when and where your tests will take place — these may not be at the same time or in the same location as your regular class schedule.
- Reading Day is Friday, May 5, when classes are not held to allow students time to study.
- If you rented textbooks from Barnes & Noble in the University Union this semester, the deadline to return them is 7 p.m. Friday, May 12. Don’t forget, or you may be charged a late fee. Make sure textbooks are in good condition without damage or torn pages. Marks with a highlighter and pencil inside the book are okay.
- Final grades/academic standing will be posted on your official transcript by 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 17.
- Check out these events: Join Sip and Study from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, May 3, through Friday, May 5, and Monday, May 8, through Thursday, May 11, at Frisco Landing 320.
- Grab a free Finals Breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 8, at Discovery Park CG130. Studying late at night? Join Late Night Study Breakfast from 9 to 11 p.m. Monday, May 8, in the University Union, Level 2 hallway.
| |
2024-25 SCHOLARSHIPS
Now is the perfect time to start the application process for major scholarships and funded research opportunities that can take your studies to the next level — like the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship and Rotary Global Grants. Some scholarships require endorsement by UNT's internal nominating committee, so it's important to reach out to your faculty mentor and UNT's Nationally Competitive Scholarships office before you get started.
| |
RING CEREMONY
Don’t forget! If you purchased a 2023 class ring, and submitted your RSVP by May 1 to participate in UNT’s Ring Ceremony, it’s from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 5, on the University Union South Lawn and Library Mall.
| |
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This year, the National Alliance on Mental Health Illness celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month with the More Than Enough campaign, to remind everyone that no matter what, you are worthy of More Than Enough life, love and healing. Here at UNT, your overall wellbeing is a priority.
The university has many of resources, online and on-campus, which were created with your mental health and wellbeing in mind. If you need to speak with someone, there are psychiatric and counseling services available. Call 940-565-2741 for assistance. Counseling services are in high demand at this time, so appointments are limited, but reach out and they will help you access additional community referrals and resources if slots become full.
Do you know there are massage therapy services offered at UNT as well? If your mental health would benefit from some relaxation, check them out!
There are many upcoming events centered around mental health and destressing as finals get started, including the Yoga in the Park Series from 5 to 6 p.m. today, May 3, at Clark Park; the Destress Fest from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, May 8, and Tuesday, May 9, in the Union’s Jade Ballroom; and the Mindfulness and Self Care Palooza at Willis Library Monday, May 8, and Tuesday, May 9, in Willis Library.
| |
GLOBAL TECH EXPERIENCE
For a limited time, UNT undergraduate STEM students in the College of Science and the College of Engineering have the opportunity to earn financial awards to reduce the cost of the Global Tech Experience. The 10-week summer program is designed to provide students with real-world knowledge as they work with companies like Netflix, DoorDash and Spotify. Twenty-five $200 awards have been made available on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible students can request consideration as part of their Global Tech application.
| |
AAPI HERITAGE MONTH!
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, also known as Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month, is celebrated in May. It recognizes the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to U.S history, culture and achievements. The AAPI 2023 theme is “Advancing Leaders Through Opportunity” to encourage local and national governments to provide opportunities for people in the AAPI community to refine their skills and enhance their leadership abilities. If you’re on campus today, stop by from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a special AAPI Heritage Month Lunch at Eagle Landing or Mean Greens Café or a Hawaiian luau at Champs.
| |
CINCO DE MAYO!
Cinco de Mayo is celebrated May 5 and commemorates the anniversary of Mexico's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. In the U.S., Cinco de Mayo is often celebrated with colorful dance and music festivals. UNT dining will host a Cinco De Mayo and National Empañada Day Lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 5.
| |
GO MEAN GREEN!
Congratulations to the UNT women's golf team for winning their third consecutive Conference USA championship, holding on to earn a three-shot victory over second-place Western Kentucky. Next up for the Mean Green will be a trip to the NCAA Regionals, which will take place May 8-10 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Follow the Mean Green Golf Twitter page for updates and more information.
| |
|
GREEN NATION CELEBRATION!
If you missed the Downtown Victory Fest yesterday honoring the men's basketball NIT Championship win and the women's golf team third straight C-USA Championship win, check out these cool moments on Twitter. The men's basketball team arrived on a UNT-branded City of Denton fire truck, which will be housed at Fire Station No. 3 — the one serving the UNT campus. Many thanks to alumna Diann Rozell Huber for helping support the truck's Mean Green look. Go Mean Green!
| |
|
|
|
