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Cover Story
Breaking Barriers
UNT alumni and faculty bring unique voices to a range of settings -- from the classroom to the corporate boardroom.
Written by: Amanda Fuller
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Alumni Spotlight
Where Are They Now?
They were student leaders during their time at UNT. They continue to make an impact on their world.
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Research
Future of Fashion
UNT faculty, students and alumni are thinking of ways to reshape the fashion industry.
Written by: Heather Noel
#College of Science, #Features, #College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #2023 Spring
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facilities
Power of Place
UNT at Frisco branch campus opens, providing students with cutting-edge learning spaces.
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Visual arts
Soaring Sculpture
CVAD student, alumni team up for sculpture honoring indigenous peoples at new Frisco branch campus.
Written by: Heather Noel
#Department of Design, #Department of Studio Art, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #Feature Stories, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Feeding People's Dreams
Djenaba Johnson-Jones' vision for small food businesses earned her a major award.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#Food, #College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Star Student
Cultural Connections Through Food
As a food historian, Deah Berry-Mitchell learns and shares about her culture as a Black American.
Written by: Heather Noel
#Food, #UNT News, #College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of History, #2023 Spring
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Giving Impact
Creative Pathways to Discovery
Niki Dash, dean of Health and Public Services, establishes scholarship for study abroad trips.
Written by: Amanda Yanowski
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Creative Endeavors
Creative Climb
Sculpture professor Alicia Eggert installs temporary art on Mount Kilimanjaro.
Written by: Heather Noel
#Department of Studio Art, #Visual Arts, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Finding Humanity Through Words
Rebecca Bernard's stories about the overlooked in society resulted in a published book.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
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Faculty Books
New Books From Alumni and Faculty
Faculty members explore migration, a worker cooperative and the LGBTQ rights movement.
#Books, #College of Arts & Sciences, #Books, #Department of Sociology, #Department of History, #Department of Anthropology, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
From Print to Screen
Alum Sidney Thompson's Bass Reeves novels are being made into a TV miniseries.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#Books, #Department of English, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
A Mind for Journalism
UNT alumna Mercedes Ezeji talks about the production of award-winning PBS podcast, "On Our Minds."
Written by: Nabeela Iqbal
#Journalism, #Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
The Gift of Art
Adrian Aguirre draws people -- day laborers and immigrants -- that are often forgotten.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#Art, #Department of Studio Art, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Feeling Through Songs
Allison Ponthier's music has won attention from Elton John and other fans who relate to her lyrics.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
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Alumni Spotlight
Aging with Care
Gerontology alumna uses her family experiences to aid others in caregiving for their loved ones.
Written by: Erikah Woodworth
#Department of Applied Gerontology, #College of Health and Public Service, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Key to Creativity
Darren Bowden uses the skills he learned at UNT for his corporate job and musical passions.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#Department of Management, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Mean Green
Courting Records
News from basketball, softball and golf -- plus new faces for athletics.
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Events
UNT Day at the Capitol
Supporters spoke to state legislators in support of a variety of projects.
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Alumni Spotlight
Adventure Time
Walter Eagleton gives tourists a taste of the good life with his travel company.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
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Alumni Spotlight
The Essence of Music
Teacher Annie Ray gives students with intellectual disabilities an opportunity to play music.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
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Alumni Spotlight
Tackling Career Goals One Story at a Time
UNT alumna Hailey Sutton joins the Dallas Cowboys as a sports reporter, producer and host.
Written by: Erikah Woodworth
#Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Racing Against Turmoil
Alumna Lauren Stephens has created a successful career as a professional cyclist.
Written by: Erikah Woodworth
#College of Science, #Department of Mathematics, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
A Platform for Change
Alumna Aryana Bosh is crowned Miss Black Texas 2023.
Written by: Nabeela Iqbal
#Department of Rehabilitation Studies, Social Work, and Addictions, #College of Health and Public Service, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
A Career By Design
Alumna Theresa Neil's company creates user-friendly websites for big companies.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Family Legacy
A Family Fit for UNT
Three generations of the Dunn family have made a place for themselves at UNT.
Written by: Erin Cogswell
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Retrospective
Fifty Years of Super Memories
Super Pit celebrates golden anniversary as one of the most versatile buildings on campus.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
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Perspective
Adventures Along the Way
Keith Shelton remembers his time as advisor to the North Texas Daily.
Written by: Keith Shelton
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Program news
Creating Possibilities
The UNT WISE program receives grant that will provide opportunities for workers with disabilities.
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Faculty/Staff Appointments
New Appointments
UNT at Frisco, College of Science and College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences gain new leaders.
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Academic news
New Programs
UNT launched new programs to meet growing needs for workforce specialization.
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From Our President
Making UNT Stronger
Focus on student success and career readiness makes UNT the school of choice.
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Innovation
Bio-Based Solutions
Professor engineering bacteria to convert greenhouse gases into sustainable products.
#Research, #UNT News, #Department of Biological Sciences, #College of Science, #2023 Spring
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Research
Sweet Creativity
Marketing professor's research shows how a sweat treat can boost creativity.
#Research, #UNT News, #Department of Marketing & Logistics, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #2023 Spring
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Research
Advances in Hearing Loss
UNT professors researching hearing aid adoption.
#Research, #UNT News, #Department of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, #College of Health and Public Service, #2023 Spring
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Innovation
Advanced Air Mobility
UNT and industry partners are collaborating on the future of transportation.
#Research, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #College of Engineering, #2023 Spring
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Research
Industrial Assessment
UNT is first university in the North Texas region to join the Industrial Assessment Center program.
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Innovation
Research Roundup
UNT is continuing to improve its programs to reach more students.
#Research, #UNT News, #Department of Biological Sciences, #Department of Chemistry, #College of Science, #2023 Spring
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Innovation
Sustainable Changemakers
UNT alumni are making sustainable change in fashion and design.
Written by: Heather Noel
#College of Visual Arts and Design, #Online Exclusives, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Having the Heart to Make Change
Pamela Garmon Johnson helps others with her work for the American Heart Association.
Written by: Natasha Drake
#Department of Accounting, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Passion in Percussion
Duran Ritz connects to people one song at a time as drummer for Canadian rock band.
Written by: Michael King
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Alumni Spotlight
Good, Fun, Crazy Dishes
Anthony Langston knows how to cook things up -- and shows his skills on "Secret Chef."
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Radio, Television and Film, #Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Engineering Innovation
Obianuju Okafor's work for Microsoft helps a range of users.
Written by: Amanda Fuller
#Department of Computer Science and Engineering, #College of Engineering, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Savoring Success
Oluwakolapo 'Tobi' Smith creates meal-delivery service for Nigerian foods.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
#College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
A Game Changer
Elizabeth Kilmer's work highlights the therapeutic benefits of role-playing games.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Psychology, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Fashion Forward
Amira Linson prepares to make her mark on the fashion industry.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
#College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism, #Alumni Profiles, #2023 Spring
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Creative Endeavors
Mean Green Movie Magic
Media arts students traveled to Hollywood to study the industry in which they hope to work.
Written by: Michael King
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Media Arts, #2023 Spring
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Alumni Spotlight
Reaching for the Sky
Cat Burleaud's office is Mount Rainier National Park -- thanks to her education at UNT.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of English, #Department of Physics, #College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism, #2023 Spring