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Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024
UNT graduate at commencement
   REGISTRATION OPEN FOR ALL   
Registration for Spring 2025 is now open for all students! Be sure to register early to secure your spring schedule. Don’t forget to run a degree audit to stay on track for graduation! Visit spring.unt.edu for details.
Graduation cap and diploma
   RSVP REMINDER   
If you’re planning to participate in Fall commencement ceremonies, you have until 5 p.m. Friday to submit your RSVP! If you’ve been approved to graduate in Fall 2024, you should have received an email on or after Oct. 23, followed by several reminder messages sent to your official UNT email address. Follow the link in your email or log in and RSVP. 
Indigenous Peoples Day at UNT
   NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH   
November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the culture, history and contributions of Tribal Nations.
From art to agriculture, culture and music, Indigenous people have had an invaluable impact on society. Learn about Native American organizations on campus and join the celebration as all UNT dining halls serve a special Native American Heritage Month lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13.
The Sustaining Arch on the Library Mall
   STRIKE A POSE   
As graduation approaches for many of you, it's the perfect time to explore UNT’s top photo-worthy spots for those unforgettable graduation portraits. From the Hurley Admin Building and the Scrappy Bench to The Sustaining Arch, these locations capture the Mean Green spirit in every photo. Check out the campus photo guide to find your ideal backdrop!
Scholarship scrabble tiles
   SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY   
If you’re not graduating before Fall 2025, apply for the Ricco Ethics Scholarship to explore ethical questions within your field. Open to undergraduates and graduates, the scholarship awards a $5,000 first-place prize for each category, with a potential second-place prize for undergraduates. 

Submit a 1,000-word essay on the chosen case study by Monday, Dec. 2. Check the eligibility requirements and guidelines to learn more. 
Scrappy and students having fun on campus
   FIRST GEN FEST   
In celebration of National First Generation Student Week, the First Generation Success Center is hosting First Gen Fest! 
Join the fun from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, on the Library Mall for music, giveaways, free T-shirts and a resource fair tailored to first generation students.
Photo of author Lauren Groff
   MEET LAUREN GROFF   
Lauren Groff, author of The Monsters of Templeton, Arcadia, Fates and Furies, and Matrix, will visit UNT at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, in the University Union Lyceum for a lecture, Q&A and book signing as part of the 120th season of the Mary Jo and V. Lane Rawlins Fine Arts Series. Tickets are free for UNT students.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
   DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT   
Feeling festive and looking for a fun Friday night activity? Join UPC and The Center for Belonging and Engagement for a drive-in movie screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas at 7 p.m. Nov. 8, in Lot 59. Find a parking spot, bring a blanket and grab some free popcorn!
   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  
Screenshot of a UNT YouTube Video
   SCRAPPYPALOOZA RECAP   
Memories were made during Homecoming 2024. Check out the highlights to relive the fun. A special congratulations to Shianne Garrett, UNT’s 2024 Homecoming Royalty! Her campus impact project will support The Center for Belonging and Engagement, creating a safe space for all students.
The team competition results are in as well, congratulations to all the winners, we hope you had a great time. 

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