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Top stories for January 28, 2012
Campus News (View All)
Computer Information and Technology Center reorganized
UNT services operate under the name University Information Technology, and some information technology services are now part of the UNT System’s shared services.
UNT will continue momentum, but faces tough budget reality
President Rawlins says there will be more cost-saving and efficiency-enhancing steps, but changes won't endanger UNT's progress or employee raises.
School becomes College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism
The new name reflects a 51 percent increase in student enrollment in the last six years, as well as several innovations, such as a master's degree in international sustainable tourism.
Employee Resources (View All)
Tax services firm offers free review, discounts for certain forms
A new Staff Council-negotiated benefit is tax preparation assistance for faculty, staff and students. An H&R Block tax services bus and staff will be available in Union Circle Drive Feb. 10.
Change to new Blackboard platform underway
All courses should move to the new software system by the end of the year.
Union changes website to make information more accessible
Features include organization chart and contacts page, one-stop location for forms and updates on master plan for proposed new building.
Events (View All)
Reception, display showcase books as works of art
Entries in the fourth Artists' Books Competition and Exhibition will be on display from 3 to 5 p.m., Feb. 3 in Willis Library. Artists' Books are texts merged with illustrations, fabrics and other materials that are one-of-a-kind art objects.
Gas drilling topic of Feb. 8 UNT Speaks Out panel
Faculty members will discuss aspects of the booming natural gas drilling industry - from residents’ reactions to health issues - as the Denton City Council debates whether to revise drilling regulations.
Holocaust survivor to discuss path from Auschwitz to Broadway
Jack Garfein, who worked with such stars as James Dean and Marilyn Monroe, will discuss his World War II concenration camp experiences, Jewish heritage and acting at a free Jan. 30 lecture.
Research News (View All)
Professional Leadership Program adds more corporate partnerships
Nearly 100 mentors help students hone job-searching skills, such as resume writing, salary negotiation and business etiquette. Learn how to refer a student to the program.
Nanomanipulator analyzes chemical signatures
Guido Verbeck's forensic sleuthwork benefits the military, law enforcement and medicine.
$1.2 million federal grant will support doctoral program in special education
The program, named Project TELL – Training Effective Leaders for High-Needs Schools through Local Partnerships - will combine leadership and management training with traditional doctoral work for participants in three school districts.
People on Campus (View All)
President Rawlins tells graduates to “be bold” and “make a difference”
President V. Lane Rawlins spoke at commencement ceremony for the American University in the Emirates.
The family that studies together, graduates together
Three members of the Hill family received bachelor's degrees in December 2011.
Congratulations to these InHouse prize winners the week of Jan. 16
Read InHouse, win cool stuff - UNT branded items, eco-friendly bags and bottles and T-shirts. Find this week's winners.
Awards and Achievements (View All)
TAMS student one of 40 finalists in national Intel science contest
Kurtis will present his work on developing a way to more efficiently convert methane gas into methanol, in Washington, D.C., March 8-13. He will compete for $630,000 in awards, including a top prize of $100,000.
Obituaries (View All)
Jean Mainous, retired faculty, College of Music
Jean Mainous, 91, was a faculty member in the College of Music from 1948-51 and from 1979-1997. She also was a featured piano soloist and teacher at music schools in North America, Europe and Taiwan.
Philip Winsor, retired professor, College of Music
Philip Winsor, 73, was professor of music and served as director of the Center for Experimental Music and Intermedia. His compositions, including computer-aided works, were performed around the world.
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