UNT VALUES
The UNT System is in process of rolling out a set of system-wide shared values for all of our system schools – including UNT – to guide the way we do business as a university.
Student Government Association President Jermaine Turner spoke to the meaning of the "Show Your Fire" value and UNTS Student Regent Andy McDowall spoke about the "Courageous Integrity" value at a Jan. 26 event where the values were introduced to community members. As part of this initiative, President Smatresk is calling on all faculty and staff to think about “How can we put these [values] into effect every day in a way that's meaningful to us, in a way that helps us do our jobs better, in a way that helps us to support the students at this institution?”
Stay tuned as we share more about the values in upcoming issues of UNT Weekly. Next week we’ll be focused on our We Care value.
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EAGLETHON!
Looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of others? Be a part of Eaglethon from 2 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, in the University Union Ballroom 314! This exciting tradition is dedicated to raising awareness and funds through a dance marathon to serve the families of Cook Children's and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. All proceeds support critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services for children and their families. Register to dance or make a donation.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Black History Month is a time to celebrate African American excellence! The Division of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) is bringing Feminista Jones to campus from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, in the University Union Lyceum to celebrate Black History Month. Jones, a social worker and author of Reclaiming Our Space: How Black Feminists are Changing the World from the Tweets to the Streets, will sign books after her presentation. This event is free to the public.
Check out these other Black History Month events:
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VALENTINE'S FUN
Celebrate the season of love with UNT and check out some of these other events on campus.
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FLAG AT HALF-STAFF
UNT is flying our university flag at half-staff to honor and express our condolences for the loss of Tyre Nichols. Read President Smatresk’s Jan. 28 message to our community where he expresses sadness and hope for the future of our nation. (We delayed lowering the flag a week because of the icy weather.)
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GO MEAN GREEN!
Let’s get Mean Green ready at UPCourtside from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, in University Union 339 to celebrate the men’s basketball team and learn how you can get tickets for the 7 p.m. game tomorrow night in the Super Pit against UAB! Students can play games and win free basketball merch. The team also will face Charlotte at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, in the Super Pit.
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CAMPUS SERVICES OPEN HOUSE
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PROFESSIONAL PICTURE DAY
Get a free professional quality headshot taken from 4:30 to 6 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 9, in University Union 341A. Once your photo is taken, the team will do digital touch-ups to make it as high-quality as possible. Then you can use your photo for your professional networking online accounts (like LinkedIn), on business cards, or anything else! A UNT student ID is required.
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EINSTEIN BROS. GRAND OPENING
Einstein Bros. Bagels is now open and serving toasty sandwiches, bagels, coffee drinks, smoothies and lots more! Stop by the Art Building this week for special offers and fun giveaways, while supplies last. Also check out their extended hours of operations.
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COMING UP
Here's a snapshot of campus happenings this week. Please check the UNT Calendar for updates and the status of all events or contact the event organizers for details.
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EDUTAINMENT!
Check out this Twitter post highlighting Black excellence and recognizing Grammy-nominated recording artist and UNT alumnus Tobe Nwigwe, co-founder of TeamGINI, a nonprofit dedicated to creating a sense of purpose within the young community. They have merged entertainment and education, “Edutainment,” to engage young minds on social media and teach them about social issues.
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