Dear Alum,

I've long said that universities aren't built of brick and mortar but are built from the sustaining activity and commitment of a caring faculty. Nowhere have I seen a faculty that cares for its students more than ours does, and that's what makes UNT the welcoming place our students love.

UNT's faculty is made up of distinguished scholars, researchers and artists who are widely known as experts in their field and who serve our students as mentors. In addition to Fulbright, Grammy and Emmy award winners, we have National Science Foundation CAREER award winners, and members of the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Sciences. These faculty members are trailblazers, and I couldn't be more proud of the work they are doing.

Our innovative, experienced and talented faculty scholars and researchers push our students beyond their boundaries toward dreams. Last week, we recognized the tremendous work and scholarship of our faculty during Salute to Faculty Excellence, a weeklong celebration of their accomplishments and hard work. The week culminated with a celebratory dinner Friday evening, when more than 30 faculty members received highest honors from UNT and the UNT Foundation. Congratulations to all the winners, especially Thomas Cundari, a Regents Professor of chemistry, who won the UNT Foundation Eminent Faculty Award!

UNT's success and the success of our students would be impossible without the fabulous work of our faculty. I'd love to hear about the professors who made an impact on your life and invite you to visit the UNT Facebook page to share your thoughts.

UNT Proud,
Neal Smatresk
President
@UNTPrez