COMMUNITY GARDEN VOLUNTEERS
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LAB SERIES: CHICANA ECOLOGY
Tune in to The Lab series to hear Priscilla Solis Ybarra, associate professor of English, discuss her research on the practices of Mexican American culture and storytelling and what they can teach us about the environment. Understanding values and practices from the Chicano culture, like appreciating what the Earth gives us instead of viewing it as a possession, can help us better respond to environmental challenges.
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DATA VISUALIZATION REGISTRATION
UNT now offers a non-credit micro credential in Data Visualization that is career-relevant and industry-endorsed by Toyota Financial Services. This online professional development experience teaches the simplification of complex data for compelling visual storytelling and how to adapt visualizations to different audiences. Complete the self-paced, video-driven course in just two to four weeks. $50 registration fee. Reserve your spot now.
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WORLD CARING DAY
June 7 is World Caring Day, and you can show your loved ones your appreciation by participating in these acts of caring:
- Write a little note of encouragement or thanks
- Surprise them with their favorite snack/drink
- Sincerely ask how they are doing and actively listen to their response
- Be mindful of their needs and sensitive to their triggers
- Reconnect online with family or friends that you haven’t talked to in a while
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COACHES CARAVAN
Join UNT Athletics on the road! Hear about program changes and plans for the upcoming seasons from new UNT Athletic Director Jared Mosley, Head Football Coach Eric Morris and men’s and women’s head basketball coaches Ross Hodge and Jason Burton. The caravan will start at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20, in Houston, travel to Austin on Wednesday, June 21, arrive in Frisco on Thursday, June 22, and end the journey in Denton on Saturday, Aug. 5. Register for your city and pay the $15 registration fee by June 19! Food and non-alcoholic beverages are included with registration and a cash bar will be available.
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RENT FROM THE REC CENTER
If you’re planning to venture out on a camping or hiking trip this summer, the UNT Outdoor Pursuits Center has your equipment needs covered. For a minimal fee, rent premium equipment like tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, coolers, kayaks, canoes and more. For more information, stop by the OPC or call 940-369-8349.
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DENTON FARM HERITAGE DAY
Join the Denton County Office of History and Culture from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 10, for it's fourth annual Denton County Farm Heritage Day at the Denton County Historical Park. This event is free and open to the public during the Denton Community Market. There will be antique tractor displays as well as multi-era displays, crafts and more!
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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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PODCAST LIKE PROFESSIONALS
If you’d like to create your own podcast but don’t know where to start, check out this Twitter post and tune in to hear Jessica Yanez, UNT alumna, talk about starting a show with Dan Franks, co-founder and president of Podcast Movement and Brenda Jaskulske, principal lecturer in the Department of Media Arts.
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