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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

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   FINALS FRENZY   

Finals are here, Eagles! Reading Day is Friday, May 1, which means there is no class unless you have a class that only meets on Fridays. Exams start the next day on Saturday, May 2, and end Thursday, May 7. Make sure to check the exam schedule to verify the dates and times for your exams. Classes will have their exams in their regular meeting space, unless you’re notified otherwise by your instructor. 

Don’t let finals stress you out! Take a break from finals studying with some crafts at the Finals Stress Relief sessions from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, April 29 and 30, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 1, in the University Union, Room 214. 

 

   SECURE YOUR SCHEDULE   

Don’t forget! There’s still time to register for Summer and Fall 2026 classes before the spring semester ends.

Follow these steps to make registration as easy as possible:   

Step 1: Run an Online Degree Audit Step 2: Plan Your Schedule              Step 3: Register for Classes 

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Visit Scrappy Says to find answers to common questions. 

 

   ONE STEP CLOSER   

Graduates, with only one more week until commencement, immortalize your time here with UNT’s Ring Ceremony. If you’ve ordered a class ring, you can pick it up starting at 3:30 p.m. Friday, May 1, before the ceremony starts at 4:30 p.m. The ceremony has been moved to the UNT Super Pit due to predicted inclement weather. Check your student email for details about the event. 

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Also, don’t miss the opportunity to be part of one last event with your class at the Farewell Toast from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 7, at the Alumni Pavilion next to DATCU Stadium. Bring up to four guests with you and enjoy live music, refreshments and a special toast. You must be 21 or older with a valid government-issued ID to drink wine, but non-alcoholic options also are available. The deadline to register for the toast is Monday, May 4. 

 

MONTHLY MOTIVATION

“You were born to win. But to be a winner, you must plan to win, prepare to win and expect to win.”

— Zig Ziglar, author, salesman and motivational speaker 

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   AAPI HERITAGE MONTH   

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Established in 1990, AAPI Heritage Month celebrates the contributions and accomplishments of Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders and Native Hawaiians. 

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   JEWISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH   

May also is Jewish American Heritage Month — a time to recognize the ways Jewish people have contributed to U.S. culture and history, and a time for Jewish Americans to honor and celebrate their heritage. It became a month-long observance in 2006.

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   SOI SURVEY   

If you're an undergraduate student within three semesters of graduating, you should have received an invitation in your UNT email on April 20 to participate in the Strada State Opportunity Index (SOI) survey. The survey only takes about 10-15 minutes to complete, and your feedback will help UNT continue to develop valuable work-integrated learning and career-connected experiences for students. 

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The survey is open through Friday, May 8. The first 200 students to complete the survey will receive a $10 UNT Flex Dining card, and all students who participate will be entered into a drawing for two $50 Tango gift cards. 

 

   POWER PLAY   

DYK? UNT alumni make up most of the front office talent for professional sports teams in the Dallas area. While some are trading in green for blue or red, those who work for the Dallas Stars just can’t get enough of the green!

With the Stars currently facing the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, read these alumni stories to give you six more reasons to cheer for the team!

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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.   

Check out upcoming Athletics events. 

  • April 29-30 – Pre-Finals Days — Spring 2026 
  • April 30 – Scrappy's Finals Study Session 4-6 p.m. Virtual Event 
  • April 30 – Hammock Camping Clinic 6:30 p.m. in the Pohl Rec Center Outdoor Pursuits Center 
  • May 1 – Mobile Food Pantry and Clothing Pop-Up 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Lot 20 
  • May 1 – UNT Media Arts: A Film Screening 5 p.m. in the RTVFP 184 

COMING UP AT DISCOVERY PARK

  • May 4-5 – Finals Snacks 9-11 a.m. in the Building Hallways 

COMING UP AT FRISCO LANDING

  • April 30 – Spark Event: Tea and Tinkering 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Room 150 
  • April 30 – End of Semester Party 4-6 p.m. in Room 130 
 
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   BE PROUD!   

Students were asked to share what they are proud of. No matter what you did this semester, from making good grades to making new friends, take pride in what you've accomplished! 

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   #HFNT   

ICYMI: Listen to this episode of the Happy Friday, North Texas! podcast to hear UNT alumna and radio DJ Krystina Ray talk about how her start on UNT’s campus radio station led to her career. 

 

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