Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025

President Keller talks to students on first day
   SOPHOMORE YEAR   
President Keller began his sophomore year alongside UNT students this fall. Aug. 1 marked his first year leading the university, with a focus on strategic budgeting, research and student success. He’ll unveil UNT’s new five-year strategic plan in his State of the University on Nov. 5. Big things are on the horizon for UNT!  

Read the full news story

UNT students cheering at a football game
   FOOTBALL FRENZY   
Are you ready for some football? The Mean Green football home opener is this Saturday, Aug. 30, at DATCU Stadium. For the first time in program history, the team will play seven home games this season. Here is a list of the upcoming games at DATCU Stadium (most start times will be announced closer to each game): 
  • Aug. 30 – Mean Green vs. Lamar at 7 p.m. (Faculty/Staff Appreciation)
  • Sept. 13 – Mean Green vs. Washington State at 2:30 p.m. (Family Weekend)
  • Sept. 27 – Mean Green vs. South Alabama
  • Oct. 10 – Mean Green vs. South Florida at 6:30 p.m.
  • Oct. 18 – Mean Green vs. UTSA (Homecoming) 
  • Nov. 1 – Mean Green vs. Navy 
  • Nov. 29 – Mean Green vs. Temple 
Check out the complete schedule and don’t forget that UNT students get free admission to all home games, so check your Mean Green fit andclaim your tickets! Before you head out, read the Clear Bag Policy and other game day info
A row of traffic cones with cars parked
   PIGSKIN PARKING   
What does game day mean for parking? Glad you asked! All vehicles parked in lots 80 or 85 (remote) or Resident Reserved Lot 81 by Victory Hall must be moved to the Eagle lots on the east side of campus by 7 a.m. on game day. For Resident Lot 20 permit holders, you do not need to move, but if you leave on Aug. 30, you may need to pay a reentry fee to get back in the parking lot. Don’t get a ticket! Vehicles not moved are subject to towing to Lot 40 and a fee of $125.

Check out the parking options for game day.

UNT Eagle Alert
   EAGLE ALERT TEST   
UNT tests its emergency notification system, UNT Eagle Alert, each month. The next system test is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 29. The system notifies the UNT community about ongoing emergency situations and university closings by sending text and voice messages by phone and displaying a full-screen alert on campus computers and presentation screens.

Check your contact information and make updates if needed on the profile tab of my.unt.edu to ensure you receive the test messages and future alerts.

A table with plates full of food
   MEAL PLAN REMINDER   
If you still want to purchase a fall meal plan through StarRez  — the portal allowing off-campus students to add select plans like Everyday Unlimited, Weekday Unlimited, 8-a-Week, 5-a-Week, Simply Swipes 80, and Dining Dollar 1,000 — you will need to do so by Aug. 30. Log in to your account at my.unt.edu to add it to your fall payment.
After that date, meal plans will only be available at mealplans.unt.edu and must be paid for upfront. Don’t wait—secure your meal plan today and enjoy all the dining flexibility you need this semester!
Zach Orr with a Baltimore Raven's player
   ORR'S ENCORE   
ICYMI, we interviewed UNT alumnus and Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Zach Orr on the latest episode of the Happy Friday, North Texas! podcast. From his start as a Mean Green linebacker to his work now as one of the NFL’s brightest young coaches, Zach Orr’s journey is rooted in his time at UNT. A kinesiology graduate, he helped lead the Mean Green to its first bowl win in over a decade before signing with the Ravens, where he later earned All-Pro honors and moved into coaching when his playing career was cut short. Read more about his journey and how the lessons and relationships he built in Denton still shape the coach he is today.

If you haven’t already, listen and subscribe to UNT's official podcast, Happy Friday North Texas! – new episodes come out every Friday!

Two business suits
   SUIT UP IN STYLE   
It's never too early to think about your career readiness, so if you need to update your wardrobe to nail that job interview, don't miss this! The Career Center and JCPenney are teaming up to offer students and alumni professional clothing at a special discount. Head to JCPenney in the Golden Triangle Mall for the Suit-Up event from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3. 

Show your UNT ID and enjoy up to 45% off career apparel, shoes and accessories, plus get a free consultation at Sephora inside the store.

   GET INVOLVED   
Now that you’re settling in for the fall semester, it’s time to find ways to Get Involved. Watch Jaz’s video to see how making an effort to meet new people and join campus groups can create a sense of belonging. Check out these tips:
   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 Clover doing yoga
   DOWNWARD FACING DOG   
UNT’s comfort dog, Clover, showed off her flexibility with students during First Flight Week. Check out more of her yoga moves

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