CELEBRATING PRIDE MONTH
This June, UNT celebrates Pride Month! As a university for all, we strive to ensure that everyone, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, feels safe, valued and respected.
Pride Month commemorates the June 1969 Stonewall riots — a turning point in outlawing discriminatory practices and catalyzing the gay rights movement — and the first Pride Parade in June 1970, when activists marched through Manhattan to recognize the one-year anniversary of the riots. Today’s celebrations include similar parades and festivals. If you’re in the Denton area this month, join the community for a series of events at PRIDENTON through Saturday, June 29, and unite in uplifting LGBTQ+ voices.
Here on campus, LGBTQ+ student groups are celebrating and building supportive communities. Read more about the student-led initiatives of The Space, the A Team, LUNA and GLAD.
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OBSERVING JUNETEENTH
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States by honoring the events of June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Galveston to inform enslaved African Americans of their freedom. Three years ago, Juneteenth became an official federal holiday, largely due to the efforts of UNT alumna Opal Lee.
The university will be closed Wednesday, June 19, which means classes will not be held and there will be no issue of UNT Weekly.
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SOLE FINALIST
In case you missed it, the UNT System Board of Regents has announced the selection of Dr. Harrison Keller as sole finalist for UNT president. Since 2019, he has served as commissioner and chief executive officer of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and is responsible for facilitating the state’s strategic plan for higher education.
Under state law, a sole finalist for president must be named at least 21 days before a permanent appointment is made. The selection is expected to be finalized the week of July 1.
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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
The deadline to apply for a 2024-25 URF placement is Thursday, June 20. Undergrad students of all majors may earn a $500 award. The fellowship is open to all enrolled students in good academic standing and does not require prior research experience. Make sure your application includes a project proposal written by you in collaboration with your prospective professor!
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SCRAPPY'S SIGHTS
Discovery Park students, this is your time to shine! How well do you know the campus?
The UNT Bird Campus Committee has built several bird nest boxes on the Denton campus and Discovery Park — do you know which area of Discovery Park is home to this new bluebird box? Send an email with the correct location to be entered into a random drawing for a UNT T-shirt. The answer will be revealed in a future UNT Weekly issue!
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PARKING PERMITS
Get ready to secure your parking for Fall 2024! Permits will soon be available to purchase through the UNT Parking Portal, starting with upperclassman resident permits on Wednesday, June 26. Freshman resident permits follow on Wednesday, July 3, and Eagle permits for commuter students will be available starting Wednesday, July 10.
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UNT WORKS
Introducing UNT Works, the latest YouTube series featuring interesting jobs and achievements of alumni! In the premiere episode, you meet Mark Followill, a UNT alum and voice of the Dallas Mavericks. Hear how UNT helped him reach where he is today. Make sure to subscribe to stay informed about future episodes!
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SUMMER LAB SPECIALS
No appointment is necessary, but a UNT ID is required. Results will be sent to your online patient portal the following day.
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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
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ROAD AND SIDEWALK CLOSURES
Attention, Eagles! Parts of Avenue D, Chestnut Street, Central Avenue and Welch Street are closed to vehicles and pedestrians for necessary construction through Monday, Aug. 12.
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