Stories

Shirley Cothran Barret
'An Awesome Responsibility'

2024 Spring

Shirley Cothran Barret wore the crown of Miss America -- and she's carried the honor all her life.

David Portillo
All the World's a Stage

2024 Spring

Opera tenor David Portillo has performed around the world -- and now he has a Grammy nomination.

Wayne Beare
Wheels of Change

2024 Spring

Wayne Beare's career with Mobility Worldwide aligns with his lifelong interests.

Grecia Alfaro
Illuminating Hispanic Heritage

2024 Spring

Grecia Alfaro crafts artisanal candles inspired by Mexican culture.

Amy Woody
Leader of the Bands

2024 Spring

Amy Woody sticks close to home in her role as UNT's director of athletic bands.

Andrew and Dr. Taylor Willis
A Safari of Learning

2024 Spring

Andrew and Taylor Willis are bringing to life a unique wildlife care program.

Michael Morey II
Connecting With The Community

2024 Spring

Michael Morey II traded a career in the classroom for one in law enforcement.

Metrocrest food pantry
Lending a Helping Hand

2024 Spring

Tracy Eubanks uses his business expertise as leader of Metrocrest Services.

Carl Parsons, Shelby Simmons Haney ('23), Neely Shirey ('09) and Kirk Plum ('18, '18 M.S.) pose in the historic Curry Hall corridor.
Remaking History

2024 Spring

Alumni put the skills they learned at UNT to work to renovate Curry Hall.

Satish and Yasmin Gupta Career Center
A Center to Launch Dreams

2023 Fall

A donation from Satish and Yasmin Gupta funds a new Career Center at UNT at Frisco.

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