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Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Love is in the air, and Scrappy is feeling the Valentine's Day spirit. Whether you are flying solo, hanging out with friends or spending time with a date, here are some fun ways to celebrate on campus this week:

Put your heart into it and craft a unique paper flower bouquet with UPC.
Make a keepsake by creating your own thumbprint heart ornament at the Union Arts Center.
Fall in love with a fan-favorite film at UPC’s screening of Crazy Rich Asians.
Sweeten up your day with treats from Champs, Clark Bakery and Mean Greens Café.

GRAD SCHOOL PREVIEW

Stick with the Mean Green as you take the next step toward grad school! Attend Grad School Preview at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, in the UNT Welcome Center to meet faculty, advisors and current students. Learn about admissions, financial aid and scholarships, then attend breakout sessions and an academic fair. A $75 application fee waiver is available for those who apply at the event (exclusions apply).

FINDING CLASS

It’s time for the ultimate career fair week: Finding Class! Your mission is to uncover the perfect job, solve career puzzles and unlock opportunities you never saw coming. Don’t miss out on a week full of career-building events with the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.

Visit the Majors and Minors Fair
Hear from current faculty at the Faculty Panel
Register for DSA’s Etiquette Dinner
Explore the Employer Networking Event
End the week with a celebration and Student Organization Fair

LAST CALL FOR GRADUATION

Undergraduates, the deadline to apply for Spring 2025 graduation is this Friday, Feb. 14. Graduate students have until Friday, Feb. 21, to apply. Summer graduates will be invited to participate in Fall Commencement and should reach out to their advisor for guidance on participating in commencement.

The application can be found under the academic records tile on my.unt.edu.

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MONTHLY MOTIVATION

“Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.”

— Princess Diana, humanitarian, philanthropist and former Princess of Wales

National Random Acts of Kindness Day is Monday, Feb. 17. Participate by making paper kindness crowns at the Union Arts Center.

Corporal David Causey talking to a student

2025 COMMUNITY SURVEY

The UNT Police Department invites you to share your thoughts on its law enforcement and community services through the 2025 Community Survey. The brief survey is anonymous and does not collect personally identifiable information. It is open to the UNT community through Monday, March 10.

FIND A MAJOR YOU LOVE

Advising Services is here to help if you are undecided about your major. The next upcoming Exploring Majors Workshop is from 11 a.m. to noon tomorrow, Feb. 13, at Sage Hall 342. Each workshop will help you connect majors to your values, interests, personality and skills.

Additional in person sessions will be available throughout the semester. Register through Navigate or contact Advising Services at untadvising@unt.edu for more information.

KUEHNE SCHOLARSHIP

Don’t forget to submit your application for the Kuehne Speaker Series Scholarship! This prestigious opportunity awards up to $25,000 to students who are driven, community-minded and ready to make an impact. More than just a financial award –– the recipients of this scholarship gain exclusive networking opportunities with top leaders through the Kuehne Speaker Series.

The deadline is March 1, so take the next step and apply today!

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.

Feb. 12 – Broaden Your Scope 4-6:30 p.m. in the University Union Emerald Ballroom 314
Feb. 12 – Cupid's Dance Party 7-8 p.m. in Pohl Recreation Center Studio A
Feb. 13 – Black History Month Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Champs
Feb. 17 – Open Mic In Love Night 6-9 p.m. at The Syndicate in the University Union
Feb. 18-19 – Found Poetry 11 a.m.-8 p.m. (Tuesday) 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Wednesday) in University Union 214
Feb. 18 – Snacks with the Dean 1-2 p.m. in the Business Leadership Building Atrium
Feb. 18 – Small Steps, Big Impact 2-4 p.m. on the University Union South Lawn
Feb. 18 – Cookies and Credit 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Willis 250H
Feb. 18 – Selfcare Bingo 5-7 p.m. in the University Union Jade Ballroom 333
Feb. 18 – Divas On Wheels Spin Class 5:45-6:30 p.m. in Pohl Recreation Center Studio B
Feb. 19 – Mean Green Screen (HIV) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the University Union South Lawn

COMING UP AT DISCOVERY PARK

Feb. 17 – Morning Gear-Up 9-11 a.m. in CG130
Feb. 19 – Paleta Grab & Go 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the hallway
Feb. 19 – Money Chats Tabling noon-1 p.m. in the hallway

COMING UP IN FRISCO

Feb. 13 – Cost of Love 2-3 p.m. in Frisco Landing 320
Feb. 13 – What is Love: Self Care Boxes 4-6 p.m. in the Frisco Landing Lobby

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SHOP AND DROP

The Denton Main Street Association is inviting us to Share the Love by supporting downtown businesses as they pair up with local nonprofits and charitable organizations throughout the month of February.

The UNT CoLab and Free Play Arcade are collecting donations for the UNT Food Pantry. When you drop off your donations, you will receive a free sticker and 20% off coupon to use in the CoLab store.

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