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UNT leadership and Foundation Board celebrate endowment topping $200 million

The University of North Texas is celebrating more fundraising milestones —  the value of its endowment surpassed $200 million for the first time, and new gifts to the endowment were up 38.4 percent to $21.8 million in fiscal year 2019.

UNT’s endowment is comprised of individual donor-established funds...

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The Amen Corner with Esther Rolle, Curtis King and Helen Martin 1986

UNT Libraries and The Black Academy of Arts and Letters receive $25,000 grant to preserve and digitize historic archive

The Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL), in partnership with the University of North Texas, has received a $25,000 grant from the Hoblitzelle Foundation to continue digitizing the organization’s archive, which highlights the diverse artistic legacy of African Americans.

TBAAL has been a platform for...

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UNT College of Visual Arts and Design facilities grand opening

UNT CVAD transformation made possible by many donors

The University of North Texas College of Visual Arts and Design is celebrating an expanded and renovated $70 million state-of-the-art facility, thanks in part to dedicated donors who supported this visionary project.

The 238,000-square-foot, four-story, open concept building features named spaces that honor...

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UNT achieves record-setting fundraising three years in a row

For the third consecutive year, the University of North Texas achieved record-breaking fundraising efforts, setting a new all-time high of $30 million for a single gift and bringing in a total of $61 million for fiscal year 2019.

“We are extremely grateful for our UNT...

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The UNT Kuehne Speaker Series welcomes Alan Mulally and Lou Holtz for the 2019-20 season.

UNT’s Kuehne Speaker Series Announces 2019-20 Speakers

What: UNT Kuehne Speaker Series 2019-20 Season

When: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 and Thursday, April 9, 2020

Where: Hilton Anatole Dallas and Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West

Cost: Tickets will be sold via table...

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For OLLI at UNT members, lifelong learning is an adventure

For the love of learning

Whether lifelong learners want to study Texas history, understand how to interpret a DNA report, join a book club or take a daytrip to the Dallas aquarium, OLLI at UNT has something to offer, thanks in large part to the continued support of the Bernard Osher Foundation. ...

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Dr. Jan Holden has a long history of supporting UNT students in need.

A conversation with Dr. Jan Holden

Meet Janice M. Holden, a UNT Counseling Program faculty member and longtime donor. We spoke with Dr. Holden about how it felt to receive the 2019 UNT Foundation Eminent Faculty Award and why she chooses to support her students through...

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Gabby Ibarra celebrates her 2016 graduation from UNT’s College of Health and Public Service

Becoming a Loyal Eagle

Gabby Ibarra (’16) was drawn to the University of North Texas from the first moments of her campus tour. There wasn’t any thought or debate — UNT was where she wanted to begin her future.

“Walking around campus, I just felt home. That’s the only way I can describe it,” Ibarra says.

After such a...

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G. Brint Ryan

Amanda and G. Brint Ryan give largest gift in UNT history

The University of North Texas is celebrating the creation of the G. Brint Ryan College of Business through a $30 million commitment – the largest gift in university history –  from alumnus G. Brint Ryan and his wife, Amanda.

The gift will provide ongoing support for business research through academic...

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Suit Up provides students with professional clothing to better prepare them for interview opportunities.

Diamond Eagles Society to fund Students of Need: Suit Up, Fuel Up, Cap Up

Now in their second year, the UNT Diamond Eagles Giving Society has voted to fund Students of Need: Suit Up, Fuel Up, Cap Up, an exciting Student Affairs initiative that will promote student success and career readiness through three essential, need-based programs.

The estimated $90,000 in...

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