The countdown is on!Grad Block Party festivities kick off in exactly 30 days at 5 p.m. Friday, May 9, on the University Union South Lawn and along Highland Street. The free event features food, giveaways, gifts for the graduates, live music, photo ops, a toast to the grads and fireworks at dark. All students are invited to celebrate with the entire Mean Green Family as we honor our most recent graduates at the Grad Block Party.
PREPARE FOR COMMENCEMENT
Speaking of graduating — Spring 2025 Commencement is approaching fast! Here’s a quick checklist to ensure you’re ready for the big day:
Join UNT’s Student Government Association from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 23, in University Union 332 for a conversation with President Harrison Keller, Ph.D., moderated by SGA President Alfred Dozier IV. You can submit your questions in advance by emailing SGApresident@unt.edu. Light refreshments will be provided, and seating is limited.
DROP DEADLINE
The last day to drop a course or all courses for the full term is Friday, April 11. Dropping a course may affect your financial aid and degree progress, so we encourage you to meet with an advisor to understand the impact on your summer or fall schedule!
MONTHLY MOTIVATION
"The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be."
–– Ralph Waldo Emerson, American writer, poet, lecturer and philosopher
GUEST SPEAKERS
Two major guest speakers are coming to campus this week. Leslie David Baker, best known for his nine seasons as Stanley Hudson on The Office, will speak at 7:30 p.m. tonight, April 9, followed by a Q&A.
On Thursday, April 10, Dustee Jenkins, UNT alumna and chief public affairs officer at Spotify, will discuss her career journey and time at UNT from 7 to 8 p.m.
Both events are free for students (be sure to claim your tickets online) and will be held at the University Union Lyceum.
COURT ON CAMPUS
Have you received a citation filed with the Denton Municipal Court between January and April? Resolve it with the court from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, in University Union 332.
No pre-registration is required, but you must visit Student Legal Services before your hearing date to have your case moved to Court on Campus. For more information, visit the website or email studentlegal@unt.edu.
WE MEAN GREEN FUND
Want to help make UNT greener? Join the We Mean Green Fund Committee! As a member of the student-led team, you will help decide which sustainability projects get funded while gaining leadership and budgeting experience. Serve up to two years and make an impact on campus. Apply by Sunday, April 27, to start in Fall 2025.
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.
The UNT Barnes & Noble Bookstore is having a major clearance sale, with select regular-priced items half off! If you’re stopping by (or if you're a soon-to-be graduate picking up regalia) take a moment to grab some deals on new Mean Green gear while supplies last.
