GET READY FOR SPRING BREAK
We are almost at the semester midpoint, and UNT’s Spring Break is just a few days away, March 10-14. The university will be open next week, but classes will not be in session.
Don’t forget –– Daylight Saving Time is set to begin Sunday, March 9, when clocks will jump forward by one hour from 2 to 3 a.m.
UNT Weekly will return to your inbox Wednesday, March 19. Have a safe and restful break, Eagles!
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CELEBRATE HOLI AT UNT
Join the Festival of Colors the week after Spring Break, and enjoy music, traditional Holi food and the throwing of powder paint! Celebrate Holi from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, March 17, on the University Union South Lawn, or at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, at Frisco Landing.
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GROW MEAN GREEN
The UNT Community Garden has a new home behind Crumley Hall, and you’re invited to its grand opening Saturday, March 22! The expanded space has 10 additional raised garden planters, a vegetable washing station, larger shed space and eventually it will include a hydroponic garden system. As a special thank you, grand opening attendees will receive a free limited-edition celebration T-shirt.
If you’re interested in reserving your own garden plot, sign up for an orientation through Navigate under Diamond Eagle Student Resource Center.
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ORDER YOUR REGALIA SOON
Don’t forget to purchase your commencement regalia if you’re graduating with a bachelor’s or master’s degree this spring! You can order online from Jostens until Monday, March 31. In-store purchases may be made at the UNT Barnes & Noble bookstore until Friday, April 18; however, keep in mind that inventory may run low as the big day approaches.
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WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the achievements, strength and influence of women throughout history and in our community. What started as a week long observance in 1980 has grown into a month dedicated to honoring those who have paved the way for progress. Read more on how UNT is celebrating and empowering women in film.
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YOU & UNT AT FRISCO
Discover why the Frisco campus is the perfect fit for your graduate school goals at You & UNT at Frisco. This free open house is from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 21, at Frisco Landing. Take a glance at what you can expect:
- Entry into a Green and White Tuition Award drawing
- On-site application assistance with a chance to waive the $75 application fee (exclusions apply)
- Meetings with faculty and staff dedicated to your success
- Tours of campus and opportunities to explore graduate programs
- Networking with current and future graduate students in the Mean Green Mingle Room
If you have family and friends who want to be part of the Mean Green Family, let them know this event is open to them too!
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LUNAR ECLIPSE PARTY
If you're up for a late-night adventure during Spring Break, head to the UNT Rafes Urban Astronomy Center for the total lunar eclipse. The party begins at 11:30 p.m. Thursday, March 13, and continues through the night as the lunar eclipse unfolds in the early hours of March 14. Enjoy a presentation, star party stations and telescope views of this celestial event. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased online.
In the event of bad or cloudy weather, the website will be updated that day to notify attendees of a cancellation.
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ADVISOR OF THE YEAR
Do you think you have the best academic advisor at UNT? If so, consider nominating them for the Advisor of the Year Award. Nominations close at 5 p.m. Friday, March 28. Help recognize your academic advisors for the exceptional work they do to support your college career.
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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.
COMING UP AT DISCOVERY PARK
COMING UP IN FRISCO
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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
The latest win tied the program's longest conference winning streak at seven and matched the most wins in program history. The Mean Green team will play in the quarterfinals at 6 p.m. Monday, March 10.
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