Cover Story
Learning to Fail
On the road to success, it's not uncommon to stumble along the way. Members of the UNT community share what they learned from those challenges.
Innovation
Leading the AI Revolution
UNT alumni have harnessed the power of artificial intelligence.
Written by: Amanda Lyons
Retrospective
Decade of Transformation
After 10 years of transformational leadership, President Neal Smatresk is resigning.
Alumni Spotlight
From Ring to Screen
Triumph and tragedy of the Von Erich family gets the Hollywood treatment in The Iron Claw.
Written by: Scott Brown
#Television & Film, #Mean Green Athletics, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Grammy Awards
Hitting a High Point
Alumni -- including Music Educator of the Year Annie Ray -- take home honors.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
Alumni spotlight
'An Awesome Responsibility'
Shirley Cothran Barret wore the crown of Miss America -- and she's carried the honor all her life.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
Alumni Spotlight
Built for Success
Wilson Jones nearly dropped out before earning his degree. Now, a UNT career center bears his name.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
#G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
The Making of a Leader
A part-time teller job started Melanie Vest down a historic career path.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Sociology, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Retrospective
State of the Union
University Union marks 75 years serving the UNT campus
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
Perspective
Marking A Milestone
UNT's College of Visual Arts and Design celebrates its 130th anniversary.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
Power of Place
Remaking History
Alumni put the skills they learned at UNT to work to renovate Curry Hall.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#P, #College of Engineering, #Campus History, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #2024 Spring
Campus news
All in One Place
UNT One Stop provides space for enrollment services. Plus, UNT earns new designation and grant.
Partnerships
DATCU Branch
The credit union also will offer financial literacy training and seminars.
Innovation
Designing Greenspace
UNT, city of Lewisville collaborate to provide equitable park access.
Written by: Bess Whitby
#UNT News, #Department of Public Administration, #College of Health and Public Service, #2024 Spring
Innovation
Drone Facility Opens
The UNT Advanced Air Mobility Test Facility opened this spring at Discovery Park.
Written by: Amanda Lyons
#UNT News, #Department of Electrical Engineering, #College of Engineering, #2024 Spring
Innovation
Top Honors
Faculty have earned some top recognitions in their fields and prestigious awards.
Written by: Heather Noel
#UNT News, #College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Chemistry, #Department of Materials Science and Engineering, #College of Engineering, #Department of Physics, #2024 Spring
Innovation
Understanding Cotton Plants
College of Science faculty are working to increase the resiliency and productivity of cotton.
Written by: Heather Noel
#Department of Biological Sciences, #College of Science, #2024 Spring
Innovation
Lunar Exploration
With NASA grant, UNT researchers are exploring new protective coatings for lunar exploration tech.
Written by: Heather Noel
#UNT News, #Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, #College of Engineering, #2024 Spring
Innovation
Preserving Culture
UNT researchers are examining Minority-Serving Institution archives and special collections.
Written by: Heather Noel
Star Student
From Campus to Capitol Hill
Political science student interns in Washington, D.C.
Written by: Katie Neumann
#UNT News, #College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Political Science, #2024 Spring
Giving Impact
Forging Pathways to Excellence
TAMS alum makes historic gift focused on scholarships, outreach and facility improvements.
Written by: Amanda Yanowski
#UNT News, #Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
All the World's a Stage
Opera tenor David Portillo has performed around the world -- and now he has a Grammy nomination.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
Creative Endeavors
Camera Ready
Instant Film Society finds new life in an old school art form.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
Alumni spotlight
Working Behind the Scenes
Matt Walters created and directs The Walt Disney Company's Motion Picture Labs.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Radio, Television and Film, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
A Serendipitous Acting Role
Jezy Gray's Oklahoma roots led him to a role in a Martin Scorsese film.
Written by: Katie Neumann
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of English, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
Family History on the Page
Amanda Churchill's time in UNT's creative writing program helped her form her first novel.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
Alumni spotlight
In the Orbit of Literature
With her fourth book, Ashley Schumacher is a making her name as a young adult novelist.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of English, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Faculty books
New Books From Faculty
Topics include women in Hollywood and Indian traveling ayahs.
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Books, #Department of English, #Department of History, #Department of Radio, Television and Film, #2024 Spring
Mean Green
Record Book Rubin
Plus, women's basketball's record-breaking season and behind-the-scenes with softball and golf.
Written by: Scott Brown
From Our President
Fueling Transformative Growth
Our caring and creative community strives to create leaders of tomorrow.
Dialogue
Proud and Grateful
A visit to see the Two O'Clock Lab Band began a "wonderful" career experience.
Legacy Family
All in the Family
Four generations of Mean Green Pride spanning nearly seven decades.
Written by: Christiana Flores
#Department of Accounting, #College of Arts & Sciences, #College of Education, #Legacy Families, #Department of Media Arts, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
Illuminating Hispanic Heritage
Grecia Alfaro crafts artisanal candles inspired by Mexican culture.
Written by: Katie Neumann
Alumni spotlight
Lending a Helping Hand
Tracy Eubanks uses his business expertise as leader of Metrocrest Services.
Written by: Michael King
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of History, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
Connecting With The Community
Michael Morey II traded a career in the classroom for one in law enforcement.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
Alumni spotlight
A Safari of Learning
Andrew and Taylor Willis are bringing to life a unique wildlife care program.
Written by: Nabeela Iqbal
Alumni spotlight
Wheels of Change
Wayne Beare's career with Mobility Worldwide aligns with his lifelong interests.
Written by: Nabeela Iqbal
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Alumni Profiles, #Department of International Studies, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
Born for Entrepreneurial Expression
Katy K. Abraham uses experience to lead her team through monumental growth.
Written by: Natasha Drake
#College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, #Department of Dance and Theatre, #Department of Sociology, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
Leader of the Bands
Amy Woody sticks close to home in her role as UNT's director of athletic bands.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
Alumni spotlight
International Inspiration
UNT alumnus writes a fantasy novel inspired by his time in D.C. and overseas.
Written by: Michael King
#Department of Anthropology, #College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Design, #College of Health and Public Service, #Department of Political Science, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #Alumni Profiles, #Department of International Studies, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
A 'People' Person
Kendall Myers ('14) returns to her first love -- portrait painting -- with new YouTube series
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Integrative Studies, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
In the Face of Change
Art has provided Lori Rohloff-Peek ('84) an 'escape' from the effects of a rare disease.
Written by: Lisa Sciortino
#College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Student Spotlight
A Passion For Trashion
Junior Marisol Lopez uses the lessons learned in fashion design class for a unique show.
Written by: Tiarra Drisker
#Department of Design, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #Alumni Profiles, #2024 Spring
Alumni spotlight
Becoming a Music City
Jonathan McNary ('22) takes on role as manager of the new Dallas Music Office.
Written by: Tiarra Drisker
Faculty Success
No Debate
Brian Lain's connections with students earn him his second 'Fessor Graham Award.
Written by: Amanda Fuller
#College of Arts & Sciences, #Department of Communication Studies, #College of Education, #2024 Spring
