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Cover Story
Brains Behind Brands
Meet the creative and savvy executives and designers who mastermind some of the biggest corporate brands to influence what you buy.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
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Alumni Spotlight
James O. Guillory Jr.
Houston hotel developer had his first property at 28 and isn't slowing down.
Written by: Meredith Moriak Wright
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Program Feature
Study of Language
UNT linguistics alumni bring meaning to human language, preserve history and improve communication.
Written by: Meredith Moriak Wright
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Giving Impact
Bright Lights, Bright Future
Interdisciplinary junior receives scholarship thanks to dedicated alumni.
Written by: Teresa Love
#Alumni life, #giving impact, #Campus News, #College of Education, #2017 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Educating for Success
UNT alum committed to improving education in his community of Oak Cliff.
Written by: Jennifer Pache
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Parting Shot
Grammy Winners
UNT alumni won big at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards in February -- eight awards in eight categories.
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Power of Research
Design Thinking
UNT is at the forefront of collaboration and pushing progress beyond invention to innovation.
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Mean Green
Good Things Happening
The Mean Green football team understands the meaning of success from bowl game to graduation.
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The Last Word
Music in Our Blood
Alumna recalls life on campus with her dad.
Written by: Carol McClendon ('70, '89 M.S.)
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Alumni Spotlight
Servant Leader
Business alumna Emily Allegretto was 15 years old when she found her passion helping others.
Written by: Monique Bird
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commemorative music
Seventy Years of Jazz at UNT
UNT's Division of Jazz Studies releases CDs to celebrate the program's 70th anniversary.
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Alumni Spotlight
Needs of the People
UNT alum T.C. Broadnax returns to Texas as Dallas' city manager, serving 1.3 million residents.
Written by: Nancy Kolsti
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alumni Spotlight
Winning Job
UNT alumna Rachael Knight makes mark working on the Oscars and Emmys and other awards shows.
#Culture, #Department of Radio, Television and Film, #2017 Spring
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Global Connection
Conservation Center Funding
Chilean government awards $15 million for conservation program at the Cape Horn Biosphere Reserve.
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Alumni Spotlight
Tattoo Heart
UNT alumna Liz Cook's elaborate tattoo designs inspire large online following.
Written by: Jessica Deleón
#Culture, #Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism, #2017 Spring
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NTTV experience helps UNT alum launch career in...
Coralee Trigger (ʼ13), a converged broadcast media alum, helped shape the online image for Conan O'...
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#Media Arts, #Television & Film, #Culture, #Department of Media Arts, #2017 Spring
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Faculty Honors
Hall of Famer
UNT professor Ed Soph inducted into Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame.
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alumni Spotlight
Fashionable Career
UNT alumna Chantel Terrell sews up fashionable career at Fabletics.
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Alumni Spotlight
Movie Music
UNT alumnus Dan Higgins' music heard from "The Simpsons" to "La La Land."
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Mean Green Pride
Deck Your Ride
Sport a "Mean Green" license plate and help support student scholarships.
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Faculty Research
Cancer Breakthrough
Biostatistics professor uses statistics to determine the best treatment for pediatric patients.
#Research, #Science/Technology, #Science/Technology, #2017 Spring
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Student Award
IBM's Master the Mainframe
Business computer information systems senior wins first place in the North American region.
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Faculty Research
Heart Health
Assistant professor of biology researches link between pollution and cardiovascular health.
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Faculty Focus
Jean Keller Helps Underserved
UNT professor of kinesiology and health promotion provides underrepresented students opportunities.
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Star Students
NASA Rocket Competition
UNT engineering students compete in NASA's Student Launch rocket competition for first time.
#Science/Technology, #Campus News, #College of Engineering, #2017 Spring
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faculty Books
Writing the Goodlife
UNT professor Priscilla Ybarra's book looks at Mexican Americans' role in environmentalism.
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Brilliantly Green
Above and Beyond
New UNT mobile app; building food pantries; showing school spirit.
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UNT Alumni Association
Helping Students Achieve Dreams
Members of the UNT Alumni Association fund annual scholarships.
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Faculty Books
Juvenile Justice
UNT professor Chad Trulson focuses on juvenile sentencing in new book.
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New Facilities
New and Improved
Numerous building and renovation projects will strengthen academics and research.
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Ask an Expert
Young Hoon Kim
How can you plan a trip for your multi-generational family?
Written by: Jennifer Pache
#Social Impact, #College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism, #2017 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Dripping Beauty
Art alumna's sculptures receive internet attention and celebrity fans.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#culture, #Culture, #Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism, #2017 Spring
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Distinguished Speaker
Autism Activist to Speak at UNT Event
Autism activist Temple Grandin discusses journey living with autism spectrum disorder.