Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023

Current Kuehne Scholarship recipients
   KUEHNE SPEAKER SERIES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM   
Welcome back, students! We hope you had a relaxing Fall Break.
If you’re planning your next year at UNT, the Kuehne Speaker Series offers one of the largest donor-funded scholarships at the university. The opportunity is for undergraduate students who have completed at least 60 credit hours at UNT and are enrolled in a minimum of 15 semester credit hours.
Check out the rest of the Kuehne Speaker Series Scholarship Program requirements and apply now to be considered for this $25,000 award. Applications close March 1, 2024. You must submit all required supplemental materials such as letters of recommendation and personal statements to qualify.
In addition to the prestigious monetary award, scholarship winners open the door to an impressive mentorship network that helps set them up for success. Take a look at this short video to see what the current recipients (pictured above) have to say about being Kuehne Scholars. 
Piggy bank with graduation cap and diploma
   EAGLE SCHOLARSHIP PORTAL   
Speaking of scholarships, UNT’s Eagle Scholarship Portal is open for the 2024-25 academic year. There’s an array of awards available that you can apply for!
Sign in with your EUID to submit the general application, then complete additional applications for scholarships that require information not available in the student portal. Read the requirements closely and keep an eye on the deadlines, as they vary. Check out this helpful guide on how to navigate and apply for UNT scholarships. 
SPOT digital graphic
   SPOT SURVEYS   
It’s that time of the semester! You should have received a few emails about SPOT evaluations (one for each course you’re enrolled in) to your official UNT email account on Nov. 20. Complete each survey with your honest feedback to help instructors and university departments continuously improve future courses. 
SPOT surveys for the regular fall semester stay open through Thursday, Dec. 7, and SPOT surveys for the Fall 8 Week 2 Session will be sent Monday, Dec. 4, and will close Thursday, Dec. 14. 
Scrappy's Finals CoUNTdown digital graphic
   COUNTDOWN TO FINALS   
Now that we’re back from Fall Break, the official countdown to the end of the semester is on and Scrappy is marking the days until finals.
Kick off your finals prep at De-Stress Fest on Dec. 4-5 and save the date for Scrappy's Finals CoUNTdown on Dec. 6. From DIY stress kits and group activities, to sip and study sessions and late-night pancakes, this series of wellness and academic-focused finals events is dedicated to ensuring your wellbeing as you gear up for exams.
For a sneak peek, check out the complete list of events happening at the main campus, Frisco Landing and Discovery Park. Finish the semester strong – you’re almost there! 
Graduating seniors in their regalia
   LEAVE YOUR LEGACY   
Seniors graduating in December: As you prepare to cross the stage and become a UNT alum, pay it forward to future UNT classes with a donation to the Alumni Legacy Scholarship Fund. In honor of your gift of $20.23 or more, you will receive a special cord to wear at commencement.
Click the button below and make your contribution through Friday, Dec. 15, to receive your cord in time for commencement. Thank you for giving back to help the students following in your footsteps. You are part of a strong alumni legacy at UNT!
Make Your Class Gift
Frisco Landing tower
   END OF FALL AT FRISCO   
It’s hard to believe the very first fall semester at Frisco Landing is winding down. You and your loved ones are invited to the End of Semester Celebration from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. tomorrow, Nov. 30, in the Frisco Landing lobby. Commemorate the milestone and help honor Fall 2023 graduates with games, cake, cap decorating and more! 
Three people looking over a document
   TRAILBLAZING TOGETHER   
Want access to mentoring, networking and job opportunities as well as free courses covering the graduate school application process, summer research experiences and more? Join the National Research Mentoring Network today and explore its resources.
This opportunity, available through the UNT Health Science Center, is open to all undergraduate students, but it’s especially geared toward students interested in STEM fields, health professions or biomedical and behavioral research. Learn more about research at UNT and the support offered to student researchers
Fans cheering at a UNT basketball game
   GO MEAN GREEN   
Bring on the Mean Green basketball games! The women’s team plays Pepperdine at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, then takes on Arkansas Pine Bluff at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6. The Mean Green men’s team faces Mississippi Valley State at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. All three games will be at the Super Pit. Don’t forget that students qualify for free tickets to home games. See you there! 
   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. 
COMING UP IN FRISCO
   HOLIDAY EVERYDAY!   
Visit Verde Everyday Express, The Market, The Campus Chat Food Court and Café G.A.B. to get in-house holiday treats through the end of the semester. Remember that meal plans for the Fall 2023 term expire Friday, Dec. 15. Flex dollars and dining hall swipes do not carry over
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