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Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026

Students participating in the Spirit March

   MYSTERY CONTINUES   

UNT Homecoming is in full swing, and there's plenty more to look forward to the rest of this week.

Here's a look ahead: 

  • Tonight: Don’t miss Scrappy Games from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Pohl Rec Center. Join in as teams strategize and outsmart opponents to crack the case. Spectators also can join in on mini-games. 

  • Tomorrow, Thursday, Nov. 5: Come cheer on the Mean Green men’s basketball team as they take on McNeese at 4 p.m. in the Super Pit. After the game, take your spot in the Spirit March, which begins at 7 p.m. on Fraternity Row and leads to the Homecoming Bonfire and Awards Ceremony, starting at 8 p.m. 

  • Friday, Nov. 6: Get your groove on with Mischief on the Dance Floor from 6 to 9 p.m. on the Library Mall (University Union Emerald Ballroom 314 if there’s rain). Dance the night away with this outdoor silent disco event. 

  • Saturday, Nov. 7: “Pack the DAT” at 3 p.m. as the Mean Green football team takes on Rice. Claim your free student ticket today! UNT Homecoming Royalty winners also will be announced during the game. 

View the rest of the UNT Homecoming 2026 schedule on the main campus, and what’s happening at Discovery Park, at UNT at Frisco and for online students.

 

   REGISTRATION READY   

Heads up, Eagles! Registration is now open for all students.

It only takes a few minutes, so log in to my.unt.edu today to secure your spring 2027 schedule. Remember to run an online degree audit or schedule an appointment with your academic advisor, if needed, for questions about next steps.  

Students on their laptops

Have questions about registration or your student account? UNT One Stop is here to help! Visit them in Denton or Frisco, email OneStop@mail.unt.edu or call 940-354-1787.

You also can check the registration site for helpful info, including dates and deadlines. 

 

   TOYS FOR TICKETS   

UNT Transportation Services has brought back the Toys for Tickets program to make it a little easier for students to pay off unpaid parking tickets through Thursday, Dec. 10. With the program, participants who donate a new, unopened toy will receive double the value of the toy toward up to three unpaid parking citation balances. Purchase receipt must be provided.

Children's toys

This program is in partnership with WFAA’s Santa’s Helpers toy drive, which provides toys to children and families throughout North Texas.   

Get more details about the Toys for Tickets program. 

 

   MEAN GREEN MACHINES   

In honor of Homecoming, nothing says school spirit more than vehicles decked out in UNT colors. From the Mean Green Machine, a Ford Model A Tudor that you can see at every home football game, to fan-made custom cars, trucks and vans that make you do a double take, check out this story to see how these vehicles came to be! 

Scrappy in a Mean Green vehicle
 

   SAFETY WALK   

UNT's annual Safety Walk is at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. This event helps ensure pedestrian and community campus safety after dark. Campus is divided into sectors and groups of volunteers walk their assigned sector to document safety concerns — anything from low lighting to tripping hazards and more.  

Students walking on the UNT campus

If you want to volunteer, you can sign up through Monday, Nov. 9. Volunteers will meet at the green space between Sage and Sycamore Halls at 6 p.m. to be divided into teams. 

 

   ALUMNI 101   

Prepare for life after graduation with Alumni 101, a four-part virtual workshop series designed to help students confidently navigate their next chapter. Sessions will cover career readiness, financial wellness, mental health and professional networking, with practical tips and resources from UNT experts. Join them from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. Nov. 9, 11, 17 and 19. All sessions will be held virtually this semester. 

Students posing by the alumni sign

Register today, and if you attend three or more sessions, you’ll receive a special zipper pull to wear at your commencement ceremony. 

 

   FIRST GEN FEST   

Next week is National First-Gen Week. Join the UNT First Gen Success Center for First Gen Fest from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, on the University Union South Lawn. Come out and have your photos made in the photo booth, get a sweet treat and connect with many departments. 

Make sure to check out @untfirstgen on Instagram for more events during National First-Gen Week. 

Scrappy posing with first gen students
 

   THROWBACK WELLNESS   

Wellness is totally iconic! Grab your friends and enjoy the fun at this year's Y2K-inspired Health and Wellness Expo from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, on the University Union South Lawn and Library Mall.

The expo will feature tons of health-related activities including free flu shots, health screenings, chair massages and other fun activities like a petting farm, laser tag, DIY crafts, arcade games and more. 

Students at a Health and Wellness Expo
 

   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.   

Check out upcoming Athletics events. 

  • Nov. 4-5 – UNT Visiting Writers Series presents Cecily Parks: Q&A and Reception 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 4 in University Union 339, and Reading and Book Signing 8-10 p.m. Nov. 5 in University Union 382 
  • Nov. 6 – Midpoint — Fall 8W2 
  • Nov. 6 – Last Day to Drop Courses with a Grade of W — Fall Full Term 
  • Nov. 6 – RSVP for Commencement by 5 p.m. 
  • Nov. 10 – TWU/UNT Education Fair 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Texas Woman’s University, Hubbard Hall Southwest Ballroom 
  • Nov. 10 – Cozy Critters Bingo noon-2 p.m. in the University Union Emerald Ballroom 
  • Nov. 10 – Fall Crochet Pt. 1 6-8 p.m. in University Union 214 
  • Nov. 11 – Major Declaration Celebration 4-5 p.m. in University Union 382 

COMING UP AT DISCOVERY PARK

  • Nov. 6 – 2D/3D Heterointegration: A New Take on Developing Diamond-Based Electronics 11 a.m. in B155

COMING UP AT FRISCO LANDING

  • Nov. 5 – Blood Drive with Carter BloodCare 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Circle Drive 
  • Nov. 10 – Career Insights Beyond The Classroom: Chanda Bryant 5-6 p.m. in Room 130 
 
Screenshot of Mean Green Football social post

   RECORD NIGHT   

The Mean Green defeated Florida Atlantic, 48-41, for its sixth win of the season, officially becoming bowl eligible!

Not only did the team win on the field, the students won in the stands by breaking the student attendance record with 9,088 tickets. 

HFNT Graphic

   #HFNT   

Tune in to hear the latest episode of the Happy Friday, North Texas! podcast. This week’s episode is about Yell Like Hell, a UNT Homecoming tradition that gives students the chance to showcase their creativity, school spirit and Mean Green pride through dancing, acting and performances. 

 

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