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| Straight from Smatresk |
Dear UNT supporter,
More students than ever before are choosing to study at UNT, and we're excited to see all they achieve this year as they work toward their goals. With 244 programs of study, UNT enables each student to pursue their academic interests in an inclusive, caring environment. We embrace each student's background and identities, with programs in place to help all students flourish — from veterans and international students to neurodivergent students and those with intellectual disabilities.
Each year, we amplify the support provided to our growing first-generation population. More than 41% of our students self-identify as the first in their families to attend a college or university, and we know there can be unique challenges in navigating a new environment. The First-Generation Success Center is one of many university programs that aims to help these students find their footing for success.
First-generation students Arath Herrera and Fatima Macias Ortiz allowed us to chronicle their first year at UNT for a video and story showcasing a slice of life at UNT. With on-campus jobs, involvement with student organizations, and support from campus resources like Latin Dreams and the Writing Center, they are thriving at UNT.
The challenges and triumphs Arath and Fatima shared are representative of those experienced by thousands of UNT students and alumni. With support from caring faculty and staff, we help students problem solve to find solutions for success. Here's to another tremendous year of transformation.
UNT Proud,
Neal Smatresk
President
 @UNTPrez
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| Scrappy Hours |
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Catch up with longtime North Texas friends and expand your Mean Green network during the UNT Alumni Association's upcoming Scrappy Hour events. Hosted in various locations this fall, Scrappy Hour gives you an opportunity to unwind, network, participate in giveaways, and enjoy delicious food and beverages. Register now for the UNT Alumni Collin Co. Chapter's Sept. 22 Scrappy Hour at Legacy Hall Tonic Bar. Future events are planned for Oct. 6 at Houston's Highline Park, Oct. 14 at Marty B's in Bartonville, Oct. 27 at Punch Bowl Social at The Domain in Austin, and Nov. 3 at Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West — watch the UNT Alumni Association's website for registration details.
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| TEDxUNT |
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When we come together with neighbors, friends, and colleagues to share our ideas and discuss opportunities for change, we are able to best move our communities and society forward. Join us Sept. 30 for TEDxUNT: This Way Forward where members of the UNT Family will inspire you through interesting talks and performances. Claim your free ticket now to secure your seat and get inspired by watching videos from our 2021 event including this hype video. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED (Technology, Entertainment and Design) created TEDx — a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together worldwide to share a TED-like experience.
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| Athletics Hall of Fame |
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North Texas Athletics welcomes six new members to its Athletics Hall of Fame this fall. The 2022 induction class — voted in by current Mean Green for Life Letterwinners Association members, Hall of Fame members, and the Hall of Fame committee — includes Adrian Awasom (football), Brelan Chancellor (football), Rachel Holden (soccer), Jessica Hulsebosch (volleyball), Rives McBee (men's golf), and Nick Zuniga (football). Read more about these accomplished Mean Green athletes and their unique contributions to UNT.
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| Latinx Heritage Month Speaker |
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In celebration of Latinx Heritage Month, longtime ABC News veteran journalist John Quiñones will speak as part of the Division of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Speaker Series. Quiñones is the creator and host of What Would You Do?, a hidden camera television show that has aired on ABC since 2008, and an award-winning journalist. He recently received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Hispanic Media Coalition. His talk is open to the public and will take place at 6 p.m. Sept. 22 in the University Union's Lyceum Theatre. A question-and-answer session will follow his talk, and I hope you'll join us.
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| Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference |
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The 18th annual Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference Oct. 28-29 will feature award-winning journalists and authors discussing the art of storytelling. This year's conference, "Diary of a Storyteller: Crafting Words that Matter," will provide aspiring and established narrative nonfiction writers an opportunity to learn and network with the nation's best authors, journalists, editors, educators, and agents. The event will be hosted in downtown Dallas and feature talks from great storytellers, including Anna Badkhen, Ernie Suggs, Elizabeth Williamson, and Jane Wolfe. |
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