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Food Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 23 Will Help Families with Thanksgiving Meals
UNT Dallas and the North Texas Food Bank are partnering for the university's largest mobile food pantry of the year just in time for Thanksgiving. The monthly distribution will occur on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to noon.
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Criminal Justice & Public Safety Expo Draws Hundreds of High School Students
Hundreds of high school and potential transfer students visited the UNT Dallas campus on Friday, Oct. 25, and received a lot more than the usual tour. They engaged with police officers, firefighters, EMTs, state trooper, federal agents, and other public safety, law enforcement and criminal justice professionals.
Full StoryOn Nov. 2, 'True Blue Preview Day' Welcomes High School and Transfer Students
At the UNT Dallas "True Blue Preview Day" on Saturday, Nov. 2, we will welcome students from area high schools and community colleges planning the next step in their educational journeys.
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UNT Dallas Rises in Three Categories of U.S. News 'Best Colleges' Rankings
The 2025 Best Colleges Rankings by U.S. News & World Report show UNT Dallas climbed even higher in three key categories among Regional West institutions.
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Dalon's Success Story: How Internships Open Doors and Create New Opportunities
Dalon Moore was a UNT Dallas business student who changed his major to biology and then interned at the Dallas Zoo. His decision would lead to even greater opportunities and a path to career success.
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National Night Out Event on Oct. 1 Aims to Build Bridges Between Police and Community
The theme of the 2024 National Night Out event on Tuesday, Oct. 1, at the UNT Dallas campus will be "Building Bridges: Police and Community - Stronger Together."
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College of Law Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Gala Event
Students, faculty, alumni and members of the Dallas legal community celebrated the 10th anniversary of the UNT Dallas College of Law at a gala marking the milestone on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.
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Study Abroad Program to Expand Thanks to Grant from U.S. State Department
The UNT Dallas Study Abroad Program has received a $35,000 grant award through the U.S. State Department’s 2024 IDEAS Program competition. The university is one of only 37 institutions nationwide to receive this grant and one of only two in Texas.
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Law Professor Cheryl Wattley Wins Exoneration of Ben Spencer, Wrongfully Convicted 37 Year Ago
With representation by UNT Dallas College of Law professor Cheryl Wattley, Ben Spencer was finally exonerated 37 years after he was arrested for a murder he didn't commit.
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New Wellness Program "Blue Steel: Building Resilient Trailblazers" Launches Soon
An innovative new program aims to ensure that UNT Dallas students are mentally healthy, focused, and productive. Blue Steel: Building Resilience in Trailblazers is a six-week course that will run from Sept. 4 to Oct. 9. Some participants may be able to receive academic credit.
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From Boxing Ring to Courtroom, Meet the Law Student Who Can Knock Out His Opponents
Meet Noe Mendoza Jr., a second-year UNT Dallas College Law student and three-time National Collegiate Boxing champion. “It’s a lifestyle,” said Mendoza, referring to both boxing and practicing law.
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Emergency Preparedness Day Will Inform Campus & Public About Safety
University employees, students, and the public are invited to attend the inaugural UNT Dallas Emergency Preparedness Day on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event promises to be informative, engaging, fun, and potentially life-saving.
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School of Education Partners with Dallas ISD for First Teacher Residency Program
In a landmark partnership with the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), UNT Dallas is launching its first-ever Teacher Residency Program. Five university seniors, all education majors, will be paid to teach for the entire DISD 2024-25 school year, a testament to the strength and significance of this collaboration.
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Farewell to Legal Mentorship Icon Ernie Higginbotham
A legend of the University of North Texas at Dallas College of Law will retire on June 30. Ernest “Ernie” Higginbotham has been the facilitator of the Judge Louis A. Bedford Jr. Mentorship Program for nearly a decade. Under his leadership, the program has helped more than 800 graduates complete law school and enabled them to make valuable connections within the legal community.
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Students Learn the "Three W's" at Socioeconomic Conference
In education, the “Three Rs” traditionally have meant Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic. But what about the “Three Ws?” They were the focus of a first-of-its-kind conference held by the UNT Dallas Center for Socioeconomic Mobility Through Education (CSME) on March 29, 2024.
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State-of-the-Art STEM Building Will Transform Campus, Provide Healthcare Pathways
The University of North Texas broke ground for a new state-of-the-art STEM building that will serve students seeking high-demand healthcare careers and well-paying professional roles. It will open in 2026.
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Trail Ready Summer Bridge Program for Incoming Freshmen Starts June 10
UNT Dallas is launching its first free summer program for incoming freshmen to ensure they are prepared for college-level coursework. The Trail Ready Summer Bridge Program starts June 10. It runs for four weeks through July 3. A second, identical session runs from July 15 through August 8.
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Meet the Trailblazing Trio Who Succeeded Through Motivation and Collaboration
Three 2024 UNT Dallas College of Law graduates, LaDyrian Cole, AnnaLiza Rodriguez, and Jamaria Rongey, are true Trailblazers. Through the challenges and opportunities of the past three years, this trio supported and encouraged each other through a unique connection.
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Graduates Hear Heartfelt, Inspirational Message from Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall
Dallas Mavericks President and CEO Cynthia "Cynt" Marshall shared dramatic, emotional pieces of her personal and professional lives with hundreds of UNT Dallas students and their families at the Spring Commencement ceremonies on May 14, 2024.
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2024 College of Law Commencement Set for May 18 at Majestic Theater
The 2024 UNT Dallas College of Law Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 18, at the Majestic Theater in Dallas.
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Spring Commencement Ceremonies Set For May 14
UNT Dallas Spring 2024 Commencement ceremonies will be held Tuesday, May 14, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.
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Keith Maddox Named Chief Compliance Officer
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has named Keith Maddox as its new Chief Compliance Officer. The name of the office Maddox leads has also been changed to the Office of Compliance and Integrity.
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Eyes on the Skies: How the April 8 Eclipse Became a Teaching and Learning Opportunity
Students, faculty, staff, alumni, community members, and even out-of-town visitors gathered on the UNT Dallas campus on April 8, 2024, to observe a rare total solar eclipse as it cut across Texas.
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'Trailblazer 360' Welcomes High School, Transfer and Graduate Students on Saturday, April 6
Potential students can get a close-up look at everything The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) offers during its annual spring open house, Trailblazer 360 Preview Day, on Saturday, April 6, 2024. UNT Dallas will welcome high school juniors, seniors, and college students considering a transfer so they can design the next steps of their educational journey.
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College of Law Receives $500,000 in New Federal Funding for Community Lawyering Centers
The UNT Dallas College of Law Community Lawyering Centers received $500,000 in new funding as part of a spending package signed by President Joe Biden over the weekend. The Centers provide free legal services to eligible residents and handle various kinds of cases.
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New Law Enforcement Training Center Coming to UNT Dallas Following Largest-Ever Gift
After years of planning and collaboration, The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and the City of Dallas announced a generous $10 million grant from the Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) towards a new Law Enforcement Training Center at UNT Dallas. The grant from CFT’s W.W. Caruth, Jr. Fund will significantly advance the design and construction process of the new police academy and represents the largest philanthropic contribution to UNT Dallas in the university’s history.
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University President Bob Mong Announces He Will Retire in July
UNT Dallas President Bob Mong has announced he will retire in July 2024 after nine years leading the university.
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$2 Million Donation Will Create First Endowed Position in UNT Dallas History
A generous grant of $2 million from the Communities Foundation of Texas will establish the first endowed position at UNT Dallas, which will be held by the executive director of the Caruth Police Institute.
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Two UNT Dallas Law Review Publications Offer Expert Insight and Analysis
UNT Dallas College of Law aims to inform attorneys and other legal practitioners, as well as laymen, by publishing relevant, timely and impactful content in the UNT Dallas Law Review. It circulates two student-led digital publications, On the Cusp and Accessible Law.
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Alumni Share Opinions About Their Experiences and Future of UNT Dallas
In a wide-ranging survey, UNT Dallas alumni expressed their thoughts and opinions about their academic experience and the university's future.
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College of Law Remembers Assassination of JFK 60 Years Later
As the United States approaches the 60th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, a group of esteemed Dallas journalists gathered at the UNT Dallas College of Law to share their memories, insights and experiences. A pioneering business leader and former Texas state legislator joined them in a provocative and enlightening discussion.
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President Bob Mong Honored by All Star Project of Dallas for Impacting Lives of Youth
UNT Dallas President Bob Mong has been recognized by the All Stars Project of Dallas for significantly impacting the lives of local youth. Mong was honored as an outstanding educational and community leader at the All Stars Project's 10th-anniversary celebration, A Decade of Development, on Oct. 30, 2023, at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas. He has served as UNT Dallas President since 2015.
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True Blue Preview Day on Nov. 4 Will Welcome High School and Transfer Students
The annual fall open house at UNT Dallas, known as True Blue, will welcome high school and transfer students and their families to campus on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.
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Police Chief Christopher Shaw Named to "40 Under 40" List of Law Enforcement Leaders
UNT Dallas Police Chief Christopher Shaw has been recognized by law enforcement peers as one of its "40 Under 40" for his commitment to protecting and serving the main campus and College of Law. He accepted an award for the honor from International Association of Police Chiefs.
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UNT Dallas Men Walk a Mile in High Heels for an Important Cause
UNT Dallas men, including students, faculty and staff, and their women supporters walked a mile around campus in high heels to raise awareness about sexual violence.
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UNT Dallas Scores Highest in North Texas on U.S. News and Washington Monthly College Rankings
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has scored the best in North Texas on two newly released rankings of colleges and universities in Texas and across the country. This is the third month in a row that respected, national evaluations have positioned UNT Dallas as a top choice in North Texas. The three reviews are by U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly and Money.
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Innovative Young Inventors Take Center Stage at UNT Dallas-Wipro K-12 Science Fair
Some of the brightest young minds in North Texas shared the stage at the inaugural “Great Scientist Soiree” on Aug. 30. It was the first science fair of the new school year, hosted by UNT Dallas and Wipro, a leading technology services and consulting company with an extensive presence in North Texas. Talented elementary, middle and high school students demonstrated their ideas, posed for photographs and received trophies. The fair showcased 35 projects by 53 students from first grade to high school sophomores attending 27 schools.
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Jennifer Skinner Named UNT Dallas Dean of Students
UNT Dallas has named Jennifer Skinner its new Dean of Students and Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs
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New CPI Program Offers Free Mental Health Services to Law Enforcement Officers
Texas Blue Chip Program stands as a vital support system for law enforcement personnel during the most challenging junctures of their careers. The urgency of this program is underscored by the distressing statistic that Texas recorded the highest number of law enforcement officer suicides in 2022, with a total of 16 lives lost.
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Dr. Emmett J Conrad Leadership Program Celebrates 30th Anniversary
For 30 years, the esteemed Dr. Emmett J. Conrad Leadership Program has empowered students by providing paid summer internships. This summer it celebrated its 30th anniversary with an event attended by current students, alumni and State Sen. Royce West, who founded the program in 1993.
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UNT Dallas Scores Highest of All North Texas Colleges in Money Magazine Ratings
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) received the highest rating of all North Texas colleges and universities surveyed in the latest Money Magazine annual “Best Colleges in America” report. UNT Dallas is the only college or university in the DFW region to score 4.5 (out of 5) and one of only six statewide.
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Athletic Director Jack Allday Remembered for Many Talents, Generosity and Kindness
Jack Allday, the first athletic director at UNT Dallas, passed away over the weekend.
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Kelly R. Perry Named Athletic Director, Coach Josh Howard Associate A.D.
UNT Dallas is pleased to announce Ms. Kelly R. Perry as its second Athletic Director. Head Men’s Basketball Coach Josh Howard will add Associate Athletic Director duties to his portfolio.
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In Boot Camp, Students Learn a 'Growth Mindset' Can Help Them Succeed
UNT Dallas students attending a 'Growth Mindset Boot Camp" are learning how and why belief in yourself is important to achieve goals, dreams and success.
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Dr. Jason Garrett Named Dean of the School of Business
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) has named Dr. Jason Garrett as its new dean of the School of Business. Dr. Garrett is an experienced leader and administrator, known for innovation and collaboration.
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