Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026

Photo of UNT students sledding in the snow

BUNDLE UP, EAGLES

We hope everyone is staying safe and warm during these weather conditions!

UNT announced that all campuses will remain closed through 6 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 29. UNT officials will continue to monitor conditions and will send an Eagle Alert Wednesday evening about Thursday's status.

Essential services, including police, facilities, dining and housing, will continue to serve campus. Currently Eagle Landing and Champs will be open, but check Dining Services’ Inclement Weather schedule page for up-to-date information and learn more about additional campus services during the closure.

Keep an eye on calendar.unt.edu to stay up to date regarding UNT event cancellations and postponements this week, or contact event organizers for more details.

As it warms up Wednesday and Thursday, don’t put away your winter gear just yet because temperatures are expected to fall again behind a weekend cold front. Stay warm!

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Every February, the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans are celebrated in the U.S. during Black History Month . Back in 1926, African American historian Carter G. Woodson founded the week that expanded into Black History Month in 1976. A century later, the U.S. commemorates 100 years of honoring African American history, culture and contributions. Don’t miss UPC’s Black History Month Block Party from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, on the Library Mall.

RECORD BREAKING

A transformational estate commitment of about $20 million is the largest scholarship gift in the university’s history! The gift is from anonymous longtime supporters — including a devoted UNT alum — who want to reward high-achieving undergraduate students in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business with scholarships to support their full cost of attendance.

MASTER PLAN PROGRESS

The future of UNT is in your hands! Make plans to attend the next UNT Campus Master Plan Open House and see how your feedback has informed campus ideas developed so far, review new ideas and share insight to help refine and strengthen the direction moving forward.

There will be two sessions offered on Tuesday, Feb. 17:

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. — University Union at The Syndicate
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Discovery Park, in front of Discovery Perks Market and Grill

Stay up to date on everything Master Plan related, including events and resources, and share your ideas, by visiting the Campus Plan website.

A MEAN GREEN PROMISE

Spread the word: UNT will launch the North Texas Promise Program this fall, providing free tuition and mandatory fees for up to four years (eight semesters) for eligible first-time freshmen!

The funds come from a combination of federal, state and institutional grants and scholarships and are capped at financial need. Students who meet the following criteria will automatically be considered:

Photo of students on campus in front of Hurley

Be a Texas resident graduating from a Texas high school
Have a total family income of $100,000 or less
Graduate in the top 25% in their class OR be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant
Be admitted to UNT for Fall 2026 and have their FAFSA submitted — both by Feb. 15, 2026

FOR THE FUTURE

Heads up, Eagles! If you want to participate in the March 3 primary election, the last day to register to vote is Monday, Feb. 2. If you want to learn more about registering or would like to register to vote, check out two sessions being held in the Main Entry of Willis Library:

EAGLES AT EISENHOWER

Calling all outdoors lovers! Clear your calendar for Feb. 14 and 15 because Recreational Sports is hosting a two-day camping trip at Eisenhower State Park for the first time in almost three years! Perfect your outdoor skills, take in views and nature, and tell spooky stories by the campfire.

Registration closes Monday, Feb. 9, and there’s a $90 participation fee and a mandatory meeting Tuesday, Feb. 10.

FRIENDZY FUN

We get it, making friends can sometimes be tough. But Friendzy is working to make it a little easier! This judgement-free style of friend-making takes away the awkwardness of randomly approaching people and trying to make friends.

Whether you are looking to expand your friend group or simply want to hang out with your fellow peers for an evening, join them from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, in the University Union, Room 333, for some Friendzy madness!

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.

Check out upcoming Athletics events.

Jan. 29 – Study Abroad Fair 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in University Union 314
Jan. 29 – Broken Dish Mosaics 11 a.m.-8 p.m. in University Union 214
Jan. 29 – Karaoke Night 6-9 p.m. in The Syndicate at the University Union
Jan. 30 – Last Day to Change to Pass/No Pass – Spring 8W1
Jan. 30 – UPCourtside 11 a.m.-noon in the University Union 2nd Floor Hallway
Jan. 30 – Scholarly Publishing for Early Researchers noon-1 p.m. online
Jan. 30 – Discover Puerto Rico 3 p.m. in Marquis Hall 130
Jan. 30 – Nighttime Tunes 7-9 p.m. in The Syndicate at the University Union
Jan. 31 – Tin Wallets noon-2 p.m. in the University Union Jade Ballroom 333
Feb. 2 – Volunteer Fair 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on the Library Mall
Feb. 3 – Free Climb Day 3-8 p.m. at Pohl Recreation Center Climbing Wall

COMING UP AT DISCOVERY PARK

Feb. 3 – Puzzlepalooza 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in CG130

COMING UP AT FRISCO LANDING

Feb. 2 – Super Bowl - Who Are You Rooting For? in the Lobby
Feb. 2 – Time Management 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Lobby

WINTER WONDERLAND

The weather outside may be frightful, but our Mean Green spirit is delightful! Check out a few winter scenes around campus from the shivering cold weekend in Denton. Stay cozy, Eagles!

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