| Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024
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CELEBRATING 134 YEARS
This year marks UNT's 134th birthday! In 1890, President Joshua C. Chilton founded the Texas Normal College and Teacher Training Institute, today known as the University of North Texas. While a campus and buildings were planned, President Chilton began classes that year on Sept. 16, with about 70 students meeting above a hardware store on the Denton town square. Since those early days, UNT has grown into an institution educating nearly 47,000 students, with more than 480,000 alumni. Read more about UNT’s history.
This year’s Founder’s Day celebration will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, on the Library Mall. Stop by for free cupcakes, a photo booth, prizes and more! While you're there, a Mean Green Pride pop-up will distribute free T-shirts and swag to anyone following an official UNT social media account (while supplies last). Additional celebrations at Discovery Park will happen on Friday and at Frisco on Monday, Sept. 16. Join the fun and show your Mean Green spirit!
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ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD
UNT offers heavily discounted Adobe Creative Cloud subscriptions to currently enrolled students for just $50 a year. This subscription provides full access to all Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Photoshop, Illustrator and Premiere Pro, along with 100GB of cloud storage. The subscription is valid from the date of purchase until Sept. 14, 2025, and can be used on up to two personal devices, including mobile. Availability at this price is limited. For more information or assistance, email untadobe@unt.edu.
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UNIVERSITY RESEARCH DAY
Save the date for University Research Day on Friday, Oct. 4. The morning begins with poster sessions, networking and a resource fair. In the afternoon, join panels covering topics like launching a startup, the power of mentorship and strategies for interdisciplinary projects! Explore the full agenda and RSVP for the sessions that interest you.
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GRAB AND GO
Start your day with a treat! Head over to Lot 54 (near the Dance and Theatre Building) anytime between 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 16, for free donuts, while supplies last.
Non-Traditional and Commuter Services will host several Grab and Go events throughout the semester. Follow @unt_nontrads on Instagram to stay updated on this event and future ones.
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MONTHLY MOTIVATION
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
― Eleanor Roosevelt, longest-serving first lady, political figure, activist and author
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WELCOME HOME, CLOVER!
Last week, we asked you to help name the UNT Police Department’s new community support puppy, and after a close race, Clover was chosen! The name won over Jazz, Maple, Luna and Grace. Thank you to everyone who voted.
The UNT PD hopes to introduce Clover to the community by Homecoming week or shortly after. In the meantime, she'll be busy getting vaccinations and obedience training to prepare for her new campus role.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
UNT also is participating in Make a Difference Day, a nationally recognized day of service on Oct. 19. It’s a great way to support the Denton County community while earning service hours. Whether you’re volunteering solo or with a group, register by 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 22. Let’s give back and get involved!
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LOT 7 FENCING
The west side of Lot 7 will be fenced off the week of Sept. 16, as construction begins on the new UNT Science and Technology Building. A full closure of the lot is expected by the end of the fall semester. Sidewalks along Mulberry and Sycamore streets will be closed, but open along Avenue C.
If you need assistance finding alternate pedestrian routes, please contact Facilities Work Control by calling 940-565-2700 or emailing Work.Control@unt.edu.
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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 AT DISCOVERY PARK
COMING UP IN FRISCO
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HOME OPENER VICTORY
Let’s go, Mean Green! The team had an epic first home game of the season, capturing a 35-20 victory against SFA on Saturday. They head to Lubbock to face Texas Tech this week, and you can catch the next home game at DATCU Stadium during Family Weekend on Sept. 21.
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