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Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2024
Fireworks by UNT's clock tower
   HAPPY NEW YEAR!   
Happy New Year, Eagles! As 2025 begins, we are excited for all the opportunities, growth and memories this year will bring.
Classes begin on Monday, Jan. 13, and Week of Welcome tents will be on campus during the first two days to answer questions and provide directions. On Wednesday, Jan. 15, head to the Library Mall from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the Back to School Bash. It is a great chance to connect with UNT departments, get helpful resources and start the semester on a high note. If the weather is bad, the event will relocate to University Union Room 333.
Make sure to review the Spring 2025 academic calendar to stay on top of important dates.
Scrappy and a student at Mean Green Fling
   MEAN GREEN SPRING FLING   
Don’t miss the annual Mean Green Spring Fling from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, in University Union Rooms 314 and 333. With more than 130 student organizations to explore, it is the perfect opportunity to connect, get involved and find your place on campus. Plus, there will be prizes and plenty of fun. Be sure to bring your student ID.
For student organizations that want to participate, the deadline to sign up for a table is tomorrow, Jan. 9. 
Student writing in a notebook
   FINALIZE YOUR SCHEDULE   
There is still time to register for Spring 2025 before classes begin Jan. 13. You can make spring schedule adjustments through Jan. 17.
  • Spring registration ends Jan. 9
  • Late registration is Jan. 10-17
Snow day on campus
   WINTER WEATHER IMPACTS   
With severe winter weather coming to North Texas this week, stay prepared for possible impacts. If UNT’s Denton or Frisco campuses close, an Eagle Alert will notify you, so be sure to check your contact information and make updates if needed on the profile tab of my.unt.edu to ensure you receive alerts.
Stay weather aware by monitoring local forecasts and university communications. Follow Emergency Management and the National Weather Service on X for updates. 
Discovery Park drone facility
   SCRAPPY'S TRIVIA   
Can you guess how tall UNT’s Discovery Park drone test facility is?
If you’ve visited Discovery Park recently, you might have seen the Advanced Air Mobility test facility from afar, marked by a black net visible from North Loop 288. This space opened in Spring 2024 and is working to advance drone technology. Discovery Park, the largest research park in the North Texas region and home to some of UNT’s most innovative work, turns 21 next Wednesday, celebrating over two decades as a hub for the College of Engineering and College of Information!
Send an email with the correct answer to be entered into a random drawing for a UNT T-shirt. The answer will be revealed in a future UNT Weekly issue, so stay tuned.
   NEW PARKING VENDOR   
Say goodbye to ParkMobile! Transportation Services has switched vendors for hourly parking. If you or your guests use hourly parking at UNT, please transition to using the Premium Parking app. Hourly rates remain the same, but you will see a slight decrease in transaction fees. Here are the Spring 2025 rates:
  • The transaction fee is 35 cents.
  • Hourly rates are $2.25 in regular lots, and $3.75 for spaces in “A” parking lots.
Group of students chatting at Eagle Landing
   FIND YOUR MEAL PLAN   
Still deciding on a meal plan? Take the Meal Plan Quiz to find the perfect plan catered to your specific needs and budget! Spring 2025 plans are active starting today, Jan. 8, and last through Friday, May 9, so don’t miss out on UNT Dining’s award-winning meals.
With five dining halls and over 20 retail restaurants across campus, there’s always something delicious waiting for you. 
Clover laying on the floor with a stuffed toy
   CLOVER'S OFFICE HOURS   
UNT’s beloved comfort dog, Clover, invites you to take a break and visit her from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13, in President Keller’s office on the second floor of the Hurley Administration Building. Get in some pets and playtime before the semester kicks into high gear! See more paw-ffice hours dates.
   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 Career Center Insta post
   KICKSTART YOUR CAREER   
The UNT Career Center is here to help you soar and be career-ready! With multiple resources and events throughout the semester, they offer personalized support for your college and post-grad journey.
Check out the Spring 2025 career events and attend those that align with your field of study to gain valuable insights and make important connections.

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