Cover Story
Thriving Through Adversity
UNT students, staff, faculty and alums use their skillsets to help battle COVID-19 and the collateral damage it wreaks.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
Program Feature
Pushing Against the Odds
Since its inception in 2012, Persevere Until Success Happens has helped dozens of foster care alums.
Written by: Erin Cristales
ONLINE EXTRA
Q&A: PUSH Alumni
The three UNT alumni discuss how PUSH helped them -- and how they've paid it forward.
Written by: Erin Cristales
ONLINE EXTRA
Answering the Call and Finding a Calling
As CEO of Cumberland, Courtney Banatoski (’03, ’06 M.S.) helps children who need it most.
Written by: Erin Cristales
Alumni Spotlight
Keeping the Faith
Given Kachepa ('09) was a victim of labor trafficking, until he found a new future with a UNT alum.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Alumni Profile, #Department of Biological Sciences, #Features, #2020 Summer
ONLINE EXTRA
Q&A: Given Kachepa and Sandy Shepherd
The two UNT alums discuss their commitment to making the world a better place.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Department of Biological Sciences, #Online Extras, #2020 Summer
ONLINE EXTRA
The Past as a Present
UNT history students, professors and alumni shine a light on disappeared local communities.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Research, #Features, #Department of History, #Online Extras, #2020 Summer
Retrospective
100 Years Ago, Spanish Flu Took Hold
In its 130-year history, UNT has faced its fair share of challenges -- including two pandemics.
Mean Green
Unfinished Business
Men's basketball, softball experienced great runs until COVID-19 cut them short.
Legacy Family
Greener Beginnings
From education to business to music, members of the Nelson family have long pursued degrees at UNT.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Department of Counseling and Higher Education, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #College of Education, #College of Music, #Legacy Families, #2020 Summer
Alumni spotlight
Wrap Star
Alumna Laura Schlegel's ('07) creative skills catch the eye of The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Written by: Jessica DeLeon
#Business, #culture, #Television & Film, #TV, #Culture, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #2020 Summer
Alumni spotlight
Instant Art
UNT alumna Megan Motown's ('10) quirky pieces have made her the most viewed artist on GIPHY.
#2016, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #culture, #Visual Arts, #Culture, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #2020 Summer
Traveling musician
Breaking Barriers
UNT alum and violinist Usman Peguero ('15 M.M.) performs in diverse orchestras in Europe.
#culture, #Music, #Music, #Culture, #College of Music, #2020 Summer
Innovative Filmmaker
Life on Film
UNT alumnus German Torres' ('15) captures everyday moments in his work.
#culture, #Media Arts, #Television & Film, #Culture, #Department of Media Arts, #2020 Summer
Disney World View
Making Magic
UNT alum Alyssa Valencia ('13) lights up the happiest place on Earth.
#culture, #Dance and Theatre, #Department of Dance and Theatre, #Culture, #Dance & Theatre, #2020 Summer
ONLINE EXTRA
Staying Steadfast
Jared Harrison ('11) has faced plenty of obstacles. Now he's helping others stay strong.
Written by: Brittney Dear
#Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation, #Online Extras, #2020 Summer
Creative endeavors
Wearable Art
Artist and UNT alumna Sandra Leonard ('88) creates visionary costumes for runway shows and museums.
#College of Visual Arts and Design, #culture, #Visual Arts and Design, #Culture, #Fashion, #College of Visual Arts and Design, #2020 Summer
ONLINE EXTRA
Funny You Should Ask ...
UNT and Second City alum Landon Kirksey created and hosts Improvcast.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Online Extras, #Department of Radio, Television and Film, #2020 Summer
ONLINE EXTRA
More Than a Job
Alum adapts his invention for sanitizing mattresses to clean N95 face masks.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
#Alumni Profile, #College of Engineering, #Online Extras, #2020 Summer
ONLINE EXTRA
Staying on Track
Her Olympic dreams may be on hold, but Shahaf Bareni (’15, ’17 M.S.) keeps her eye on the prize.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation, #Mean Green Athletics, #Online Extras, #2020 Summer
ONLINE EXTRA
Supporting Enterprising Eagles
In the market for food? Clothes? Beer? There are plenty of alumni-owned options to explore.
Alumni spotlight
Advocating for Cage-free Eggs
UNT alum Alexandria Beck's ('14) activism has gone from UNT's dining halls to major companies.
Written by: Brittney Dear
Expert Take
Lessons Learned
Faculty provide insight into some key industry takeaways amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Campus News, #College of Education, #College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism, #College of Health and Public Service, #2020 Summer
Awards & Honors
Students Rack Up Wins
A Mayborn advertising team earned top honors from the National Student Show and Conference.
#Campus News, #Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism, #2020 Summer
Outstanding Students
Goldwater Scholars
Two TAMS students earn prestigious math, science and engineering scholarships.
#Campus News, #Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science, #2020 Summer
Campus Departments
UNT Police Earns Reaccreditation
Once again, the police department has earned accreditation by the IACLEA.
Forward Thinking
How Do You Support Arts from Afar?
Three UNT alumni who work in the arts describe how patrons can help during these challenging times.
#culture, #Television & Film, #Music, #Visual Arts, #Culture, #Dance & Theatre, #2020 Summer
Research
Engineering Professors Named Fellows
Three professors were recently named fellows in prestigious science and engineering societies.
#Science/Research, #Campus News, #College of Engineering, #2020 Summer
Business
Virtual Incubator
Technology platform partnership will provide access to global entrepreneurship community.
#Campus News, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #2020 Summer
OLLI at UNT Podcast
Alumni Spotlight Series
Noteworthy UNT alumni share their unique life stories in this program.
Alumni spotlight
Blessings Abound from Fraternity
Raised in the Masonic Home and School of Texas, UNT alum Paul Underwood ('74) now gives back.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Business, #Social Impact, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #Alumni Profiles, #2020 Summer
Academics
Programs Ranked Among Top 10 in U.S.
U.S. News & World Report names two CHPS programs in its 2021 Best Graduate Schools rankings.
#Campus News, #College of Health and Public Service, #2020 Summer
Star Student
Building a Better Tomorrow
Daniel Ojo has worked tirelessly to increase diversity and inclusion initiatives on campus.
Written by: Erin Cristales
#Campus News, #Department of Political Science, #2020 Summer
Academics
New In-demand Degrees Added
UNT is helping to ease industry needs with new cutting-edge degrees.
#Campus News, #Department of Geography and the Environment, #College of Engineering, #2020 Summer
Research
A Better Way to Diagnose Cancer
Engineering professor develops new way to determine if a cell is cancerous.
Written by: Jim Rogers
#Science/Research, #Campus News, #College of Engineering, #2020 Summer
Innovation Spotlight
Restoring Native Species
Ecology alums start "wildscaping" business to help local environment thrive.
Written by: Erin Cristales
Perspective
Overcoming Adversity
Spring graduate overcomes a lifetime of adversity to earn college degree.
Research
CAREER Awardees
Three UNT researchers in linguistics, physics and mathematics awarded NSF grants.
#Campus News, #Department of Linguistics and Technical Communications, #Department of Mathematics, #Department of Physics, #2020 Summer
Research
New Frontier for Spaceships
Engineering student, professor find better way to revitalize air aboard spaceships.
#Science/Research, #Campus News, #College of Engineering, #2020 Summer
Outstanding Faculty
Political Science Professor Honored
Valerie Martinez-Ebers receives prestigious lifetime service award from WPSA.
#Campus News, #Department of Political Science, #2020 Summer
Science
Methanol Research
Chemistry professor delves into transformation of methane into methanol.
#Science/Research, #Department of Chemistry, #Campus News, #2020 Summer
Giving Impact
Helping Students Stay on Track
The UNT Cares fund assists students who face financial challenges during the coronavirus pandemic.
Alumni Association
From the Kitchen to a Winery
UNT Alumni Live! provide glimpse into graduates' lives and careers.
#UNT Alumni Association, #UNT Alumni Association, #2020 Summer
Student Honors
Hard Work Pays Off
Financial planning graduate wins in major competition.
#Campus News, #G. Brint Ryan College of Business, #2020 Summer
Outstanding Alumni
Alum Wins Pulitzer Prize
Mayborn alum and previous Pulitzer nominee Kalani Gordon ('12) won for breaking news reporting.
#Campus News, #Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism, #2020 Summer
Sustainability
'Bee Campus' Once Again
UNT earned a renewal of its Bee Campus USA certification for 2020.
Faculty Books
Examining Society
UNT faculty members explore a range of topics, from support for families to divisions in culture.
Research
Contributions Honored
Professor, alum honored by International Symposium on Plant Lipids.
#Department of Biological Sciences, #Science/Research, #Campus News, #2020 Summer
Dialogue
Letter from the Editors
As COVID-19 hit, this issue's North Texan took unusual measures and extra meaning to make.
Dialogue
Reaching #Goals
Mean Green mom loves seeing her daughter Dominique James ('19) on the field -- and in our pages.
Dialogue
Saturday Memories
Reader remembers how the Saturday Night Stage Show provided entertainment -- and a husband.
Alumni spotlight
Working for Justice
Selisse Berry's ('79) vision led to the founding of Out & Equal.
Written by: Jessica DeLeón
