Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024

Guests having fun at Family Weekend
   FAMILY, FOOTBALL AND FUN!   
Get ready for a memorable Family Weekend at UNT from Friday, Sept. 20, to Sunday, Sept. 22! With a full lineup of activities including Scrappy’s Extravaganza, UPCinema’s Movie on the Lawn, the President’s Breakfast and tailgating, it’s a weekend of fun and UNT pride for everyone.
Registration is $75 per adult and $45 per child (ages 5-17). Each registered adult can bring one UNT student for free, with an option to add a second for $35. This fee includes meals, participation materials and tickets to the football game.
A big part of Family Weekend is the home game, and Saturday’s UNT vs. Wyoming football game is a Green Out, so wear green and help pack DATCU Stadium! As more students claim their tickets, special rewards and giveaways will be unlocked, with a goal of breaking the record of 9,000 tickets claimed. 
Students at a Folxlórico show
   HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH   
Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually in the United States from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. The holiday commemorates the significant contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans on the history, culture and achievements of the United States while honoring the homelands of many of America’s peoples.
This year, the Spanish department has curated a lineup of events for the entire month, including games, crafts, celebrations and more! Dining halls also will be serving traditional dishes the next four Fridays.
Graduate posing with their degree
   APPLY FOR GRADUATION   
If you plan to graduate this fall, don’t miss these important deadlines! Undergraduate students must apply for degree conferral by 11:59 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20. Graduate students have until 11:59 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27. Be sure to apply on time because late applications will not be accepted.
To apply, log in to my.unt.edu, go to the Academic Records tile and click Apply for Graduation from the side menu. 
You can order your regalia online through Nov. 11 or visit the UNT Barnes & Noble from Oct. 14 through Nov. 22 to buy in person. Doctoral students, be sure to rent your regalia online by Oct. 25. Check for full details on regalia prices and deadlines.
Eagle Alert digital graphic
   EAGLE ALERT TEST   
A UNT Eagle Alert system test is scheduled on Friday, Sept. 20. The system notifies the UNT community about ongoing emergency situations and university closings by sending text and voice messages by phone and displaying a full-screen alert on campus computers and presentation screens.
Check your contact information and update it if needed on the profile tab of my.unt.edu to ensure you receive the test messages and future alerts.
Sustainable Arts Garden on campus
   SUSTAINABLE ARTS GARDEN   
The Natural Dye Garden has undergone some changes over the summer and is now the Sustainable Arts Garden! This new space promotes eco-friendly creativity and hosts workshops on natural dyes, recycled papermaking, eco-printing, mending and more.
The first workday of the season is 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, in the garden located on Highland Street next to Bain Hall (across from the Coliseum). Stay updated by following @sustainableartsgarden on Instagram!
Exploring Grad School Week digital graphic
   EXPLORING GRAD SCHOOL   
Earning a graduate degree prepares you for advanced career opportunities and helps you stand out in a competitive job market. Not only does it sharpen your skills, but it also may increase your earning potential. Explore how an advanced degree can shape your future during UNT's Exploring Grad School Week, Sept. 23 to 27.
If you’re interested in learning more, don't miss the UNT Grad Studies Expo on Sept. 24 in Wooten Hall, where you'll have the chance to meet directly with representatives of UNT graduate programs.
Scrappy attending open house at Sage Hall
   OPEN HOUSE   
Come on in! The Academic Success Center is hosting an open house where you can explore all academic resources in one place! Stop by for mini workshops, snacks, giveaways, photo ops with Scrappy and more. This come-and-go event is from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, and 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Sept. 25, on the first floor of Sage Hall.
Eagle statue
   HAZING PREVENTION   
Next week is National Hazing Prevention Week, and UNT is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers and consequences of hazing. Throughout the week, several events will be held where students can learn more, enjoy a snack and take the anti-hazing pledge.
Hazing is illegal in Texas and encompasses activities such as physical brutality and forced substance consumption. It is important to report any hazing incidents. To make a report, contact the Dean of Students office at 940-565-2648, UNT Police at 940-565-3000 or the UNT Hazing Hotline at 940-369-STOP (7867).
   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
Screen shot of a UNT Instagram post
   MEAN GREEN GOWNS   
Fall graduation is approaching, and support is available for low-income and first-generation students! Thanks to the We Mean Green Fund, free commencement regalia rentals are being offered to undergraduate, master’s and doctoral students graduating in Fall 2024.
Supplies are limited, and an application does not guarantee gown availability. If you think you meet the requirements, submit your application by Oct. 18.
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