CONGRATULATIONS, EAGLES!
We’ve made it to the last week of the spring semester! Whether you’re finishing finals or gearing up for summer, it’s a moment worth celebrating. For the Class of 2025 about to fly the nest, commencement ceremonies begin at 4 p.m. Thursday and continue through Sunday night. Here are a few final reminders:
- The Grad Block Party will begin at 5 p.m. Friday on the Union South Lawn and on Highland Street. The entire UNT community is invited to the celebration, which honors graduates from the current academic year. Graduates should bring their tassels and UNT ID to receive a free graduation gift. Also, those who received their official UNT class ring from Jostens this spring can take part in the Eagle Ring Dive at the fountains at 7:35 p.m. (the Ring Ceremony last Friday had to move inside due to the weather). If it rains, the Grad Block Party will move inside the University Union.
- Highland Street between Avenues A and C will close at 2 p.m. Friday for event setup and safety.
- Expect heavy traffic on campus all weekend, especially on the west side near the UNT Coliseum. Enter from the north side of campus, via Avenue C or Welch Street, for easier access.
- College of Music ceremonies will be hosted in the Murchison Performing Arts Center. All other ceremonies will take place in the UNT Coliseum. Both venues enforce the clear bag policy and will use pass-through metal detectors.
Visit commencement.unt.edu to view the full schedule, access livestream links and help your guests plan their visit.
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GREAT GRADS
Each semester, we celebrate the diverse journeys and achievements of the graduating class. Our spring Great Grads provide just a glimpse of the talent and determination found across the Class of 2025. Read their stories and see how these graduates made the most of their Mean Green journey.
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MAJOR STREET CLOSURES
Union Circle will close Monday, May 12, and remain closed through the fall semester for infrastructure updates. The closure will affect parking in the Union Circle Parking Garage and Lot 49, as well as bus routes and accessibility on Union Circle. Additional hourly parking spots have been added in Lots 4, 8, 24 and 34.
The City of Denton will repave Chestnut Street and Avenue D from May 12 through the end of the summer term. Chestnut Street will close from Avenue C to Avenue D and Avenue D will be closed from Mulberry Street to Chestnut Street.
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COMMUTER SCHOLARSHIP
If you commute to one of UNT’s campuses, you may be eligible for the Commuter Care Scholarship. Selected students will receive an Eagle parking permit for the 2025-26 academic year. View the requirements and submit your application by Saturday, June 28, to be considered.
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MONTHLY MOTIVATION
“Summertime is always the best of what might be.”
— Charles Bowden, author, journalist and essayist
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AAPI HERITAGE MONTH
This May, UNT celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, also known as Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Month, to honor the contributions of individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander descent who have shaped America’s past and continue to influence its future.
The 2025 theme, “A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience,” highlights the important role of youth leadership in driving progress and shaping the future.
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UNIVERSITY RESEARCH DAY
If you’re interested in presenting your research during the 2025 University Research Day poster session in October, you have until Friday, May 30, to submit an abstract. This event will showcase high-impact, innovative research from across the UNT community. Submit your abstract through InfoReady.
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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.
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PRESS PLAY AND PAUSE THE STRESS
It’s the middle of finals week, so now is a good time to pause, take a break and de-stress. Just remember, summer is almost here. Thank you for making Spring 2025 a semester to remember!
As always, UNT Weekly will continue to hit your inbox every Wednesday with summer content, helpful reminders and more.
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