Undergraduate Catalog

2006-07 Academic Year

Contacts at UNT

General University Number

Switchboard (940) 565-2000

University Metro Number

Switchboard (940) 267-3731

General University Internet Address

www.unt.edu

Online Catalogs, Schedules of Classes and Academic Calendar

www.unt.edu/catsched

Web Registration

my.unt.edu

Campus Tour Information

(940) 565-4104
Web site: www.unt.edu/ambassadors/tours.htm

Admissions Offices

Office of Admissions (Undergraduate)

Admission information, applications and status reports for new undergraduate students (U.S. citizens and permanent resident aliens).

Eagle Student Services Center, Room 305
P.O. Box 311277
Denton, TX 76203-1277
(940) 565-2681
(800) UNT-8211 (868-8211)
Fax: (940) 565-2408
E-mail: undergrad@unt.edu

Robert B. Toulouse School of Graduate Studies
Graduate Admissions and Graduate Student Services

Admission information, application and status for new and former graduate students (U.S. citizens and permanent residents).

Eagle Student Services Center, Room 354
P.O. Box 305459
Denton, TX 76203-5459
(940) 565-2636
(888) UNT-GRAD (868-4723)
Fax: (940) 565-2141
E-mail: gradschool@unt.edu
Web site: www.gradschool.unt.edu

Schools and Colleges

The academic dean’s office of each college or school handles academic counseling, degree plans, graduation evaluation, adds/drops, concurrent enrollment, incompletes and overloads. All individuals holding a bachelor’s degree should consult with the dean of the Robert B. Toulouse School of Graduate Studies. Additional services are indicated below.

Honors College

Main Departmental Office
General Academic Building, Room 309A
P.O. Box 310529
Denton, TX 76203-0529
(940) 565-3305
Fax: (940) 369-7370
E-mail: honorscollege@unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/honors

College of Arts and Sciences

This office also advises students who have not declared a major.

Dean’s Office for Undergraduates and Student Advising
General Academic Building, Room 220
P.O. Box 305189
Denton, TX 76203-5189
(940) 565-2051
Fax: (940) 565-4529
Web site: www.cas.unt.edu

College of Business Administration

Office of Academic Advising and Student Services
Business Administration Building, Room 123
P.O. Box 311160
Denton, TX 76203-1160
(940) 565-2110
Fax: (940) 565-4640
Web site: www.coba.unt.edu

College of Education

The office handles admission to teacher education; teacher certification; degree plan advising; information and assistance with THEA; undergraduate registration and schedule changes; graduation checks; administration of department competency tests; processing of state teacher certification bar codes.

Student Advising Office
Matthews Hall, Room 105
P.O. Box 311337
Denton, TX 76203-1337
(940) 565-2736
Fax: (940) 565-2728
E-mail: sao@coe.unt.edu
Web site: www.coe.unt.edu

College of Engineering

Office of the Dean
Research Park
P.O. Box 310440
Denton, TX 76203-5189
(940) 565-4300
Advising: (940) 565-4201
Fax: (940) 369-8570
E-mail: ceng@unt.edu
Web site: www.eng.unt.edu

School of Library and Information Sciences

For degree plans and graduation applications, students should see the undergraduate adviser.

Office of the Dean
Information Sciences Building, Room 205
P.O. Box 311068
Denton, TX 76203-1068
(940) 565-2445
Fax: (940) 565-3101
E-mail: slis@unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/slis

School of Merchandising and Hospitality Management

Reservations for the Club at Gateway Center student-operated restaurant may be made by calling (940) 565-4144.

Office of the Dean
Chilton Hall, Room 331
P.O. Box 311100
Denton, TX 76203-1100
(940) 565-2436
Fax: (940) 565-4348
E-mail: lhale@unt.edu
Web site: www.smhm.unt.edu

College of Music

The college also handles instrument, locker and practice room rentals.

Office of the Dean
Music Building, Room 247
P.O. Box 311367
Denton, TX 76203-1367
(940) 565-2791
Fax: (940) 565-2002
E-mail: undergrad@music.unt.edu
Web site: www.music.unt.edu

College of Public Affairs and Community Service

Office of Student Services
Chilton Hall, Room 289
P.O. Box 305248
Denton, TX 76203-5248
(940) 565-4664
Fax: (940) 565-2352
Web site: www.pacs.unt.edu

School of Visual Arts

Office of Student Services
Art Building, Room 111
P.O. Box 305100
Denton, TX 76203-5100
(940) 565-2216
Fax: (940) 565-4717
E-mail: info@art.unt.edu
Web site: www.art.unt.edu

Robert B. Toulouse School of Graduate Studies

Information regarding graduate admission, general policies, regulations and degree requirements; GRE and GMAT score recording; final approval of graduate degree plans.

Office of the Dean
Eagle Student Services Center, Room 354
P.O. Box 305459
Denton, TX 76203-5459
(940) 565-2383
Fax: (940) 565-2141
E-mail: gradsch@unt.edu
Web site: www.gradschool.unt.edu

General Offices

The Career Center

Student Employment: Part-time employment listings for on and off campus; job fairs and camp days; customer service training; supervisor conflict assistance.

Career Services: Career and job search resources; job announcements; Internet Career Guide and job listings; transmission of online files to potential employers; job search advising; on-campus interviews with employer representatives.

University Union, Suite 320
P.O. Box 310859
Denton, TX 76203-0859
(940) 565-2105
Fax: (940) 565-4376
E-mail: careercenter@unt.edu
Web site: careercenter.unt.edu

Cooperative Education and Internships

Student placement in supervised work situations related to fields of study.

Chilton Hall, Room 204
P.O. Box 311305
Denton, TX 76203-1305
(940) 565-2861
Fax: (940) 565-4995
E-mail: coop@unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/coop

Counseling and Testing Services

Individual and group counseling for career, emotional and personal concerns; interest, aptitude and personality testing; computer-based testing site for GRE, TOEFL and CLEP, plus information and applications for most national admissions tests.

University Union, Suite 321
P.O. Box 310968
Denton, TX 76203-0968
(940) 565-2741
Fax: (940) 565-2094
Web site: www.unt.edu/cat

Computer Based Testing
Gateway Center, Room 140
(940) 369-7617

Dean of Students Office

General information; non-academic and personal assistance; policy interpretation; social adjustment problems; assistance for Greek Life, Traditions, commuter and non-traditional student services activities; registered organizations information, women’s center, volunteer center and disability accommodation.

University Union, Suite 216
P.O. Box 305069
Denton, TX 76203-5069
(940) 565-2648
Fax: (940) 565-4446
Web site: web2.unt.edu/dos/new/dos

Office of Disability Accommodation

Assistance with provision of auxiliary academic aids for students who request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

University Union, Suite 322
P.O. Box 310770
Denton, TX 76203-0770
(940) 565-4323
Fax: (940) 369-7969
TDD access: (940) 565-2958 or (940) 369-8652
Web site: www.unt.edu/oda

Division of Equity and Diversity

The Division of Equity and Diversity is committed to executing the mission of the university as it relates to the recruitment and retention of faculty, staff and students. The primary goal of the division is to develop a supportive environment for a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. The Division of Equity and Diversity consists of three units: Diversity Education, Center for Outreach and Community Involvement and Multicultural Center (University Union, Room 422), all working together to provide a safe place for all.

Hurley Administration Building, Room 175
P.O. Box 310937
Denton, TX 76203-0937
(940) 565-2456
Fax: (940) 369-7577
Web site: www.unt.edu/edo

Housing Office

Residence hall contracts, payments, room assignments and problems; residence hall disciplinary action and appeals.

Crumley Hall, West Wing
P.O. Box 311310
Denton, TX 76203-1310
(940) 565-2610
Fax: (940) 369-8764
E-mail: housinginfo@unt.edu
Web site: housing.unt.edu

International Studies and Programs

Encourages UNT students and faculty in international exchange. Provides services to all students, citizens of the U.S. and of other countries who wish to include an international experience in their education; assists UNT administration, faculty, colleges and departments in the development of international education activities and programs on and off campus; directs and supports activity of six constituent units: Intensive English Language Institute, International Admissions, International Advising, International Welcome Center, Sponsored and Special Programs Center, and Study Abroad Center.

Kendall Hall, Room 151
P.O. Box 311067
Denton, TX 76203-1067
(940) 565-2197
Fax: (940) 565-4822
E-mail: international@unt.edu
Web site: www.international.unt.edu

Intensive English Language Institute

Provides English instruction to students whose first language is not English; beginning to advanced levels; small classes focus on writing and communication skills, academic skills, research methods and western style critical thinking modes. Practical, efficient and up-to-date instruction is enhanced with specialized instructional ESL computer lab, tutoring; and training for Teaching Assistants.

Kendall Hall, Room 259
P.O. Box 311067
Denton, TX 76203-1067
(940) 565-2003
Fax: (940) 565-4822
E-mail: international@unt.edu
Web site: www.international.unt.edu/ieli

International Admissions

Kendall Hall, Room 173
P.O. Box 311067
Denton, TX 76203-1067
Admissions: (940) 565-2442
Fax: (940) 565-4822
E-mail: international@unt.edu
Web site: www.international.unt.edu/admissions

The admissions office provides application, admission and status information to new and former undergraduate, graduate and Intensive English Language Institute students.

International Advising

The Advising office provides immigration information to undergraduate, graduate and Intensive English Language Institute students.

Kendall Hall, Room 171
P.O. Box 311067
Denton, TX 76203-1067
(940) 565-2195
Fax: (940) 565-4822
E-mail: internationaladvising@unt.edu
Web site: www.international.unt.edu/advising

International Welcome Center

Provides campus, community and general information, personal assistance, non-academic counseling and support for student activities to all new and continuing international students, scholars, and alumni; continuing orientation programs, activities, Celebration of World Cultures.

Kendall Hall, Room 103
P.O. Box 311067
Denton, TX 76203-1067
(940) 369-8625
Fax: (940) 565-4822
E-mail: international@unt.edu
Web site: www.international.unt.edu/welcome

National Student Exchange

The National Student Exchange (NSE) is a program for undergraduate exchange within the United States as well as several Canadian universities. Through NSE, you may study for up to two semesters at another member institution while remaining enrolled at UNT.

NSE Coordinator
General Academic Building, Room 220
P.O. Box 305189
Denton, TX 76203-5189
(940) 565-2051
Fax: (940) 565-4529
E-mail: nse@unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/nse

Parking Services

Sullivant Public Safety Center
1700 Wilshire
P.O. Box 310938
Denton, TX 76203-0938
(940) 565-3020
Fax: 940-565-2452
E-mail: kangas@pdl.admin.unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/parking

Police Department

Police protection on a routine and emergency basis; crime prevention program; campus escort service; motorist assistance; emergency phone system.

Sullivant Public Safety Center
1700 Wilshire
P.O. Box 310948
Denton, TX 76203-0948
(940) 565-3000
Fax: (940) 565-3001
E-mail: comm@pdl.admin.unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/police

Program for Academic Readiness (formerly TASP)

Advisement, placement, remediation and program evaluation for students who are subject to the regulations of the Texas Success Initiative.

Stovall Hall, Room 117
P.O. Box 305217
Denton, TX 76203-5217
(940) 565-4403
Fax: (940) 565-4324
E-mail: england@unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/par

Registrar’s Office

Registration; transcripts; grade reports; academic status information; residency determination for continuing and former students; military waivers; enrollment verification/certification; services for veterans; notary service; and athletic eligibility and graduation.

Eagle Student Services Center, Rooms 147 and 209
P.O. Box 311400
Denton, TX 76203-1400
(940) 565-2111
Fax: (940) 565-4463
E-mail: registrar@unt.edu
Web site: essc.unt.edu/registrar

Sponsored and Special Programs Center

Tailors programs for UNT and IELI international students sponsored by governments, agencies, businesses, other universities; provides special orientations; personal and academic counseling; reports academic progress to sponsors, provides direct invoicing for tuition/fees.

Kendall Hall, Room 230
P.O. Box 305430
Denton, TX 76203-5430
(940) 565-2196
Fax: (940) 565-4822
E-mail: sspc@unt.edu
Web site: www.international.unt.edu/sponsored

Student Accounting and University Cashiering Services

Information and assistance regarding tuition and fee charges, waivers, installment payment of tuition and special fees; refunds; returned checks; identification cards.

Eagle Student Services Center, Room 105
P.O. Box 310620
Denton, TX 76203-1242
(940) 565-3225
Fax: (940) 565-3877
E-mail: studentacct@unt.edu
Web site: essc.unt.edu/saucs
Payments: my.unt.edu

Student Activities and Organizations

General information and non-academic counseling; policy interpretation; social adjustment problems; assistance for commuter and nontraditional students; assistance for disabled students; activities; registered organizations information.

University Union, Suite 319
P.O. Box 305358
Denton, TX 76203-5358
(940) 565-3807
Fax: (940) 565-4446
Web site: web2.unt.edu/dos/new/so

Student Financial Aid and Scholarships

Counseling, application and status reports for federal, state and institutional financial aid programs, including Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, Federal Work-Study program, Federal Perkins Student Loan program, Federal Stafford Student Loan program, state grants and scholarships.

Eagle Student Services Center, Rooms 134 and 228
P.O. Box 311370
Denton, TX 76203-1370
(940) 565-2302 or toll-free (877) 881-1014
Fax: (940) 565-2738
E-mail: financialaid@unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/finaid

Student Government Association

Student government; metro phones; Student and Faculty Directory; Raupe Scholarships; Eagle’s Nest; Freshmen Interns.

University Union, Suite 216B
P.O. Box 305069
Denton, TX 76203-5069
(940) 565-3850
Web site: untsga.blogspot.com

Student Health and Wellness Center

Clinic Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Pharmacy Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Summer Clinic Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Summer Pharmacy Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Student Health and Wellness Center, First Floor
P.O. Box 305160
Denton, TX 76203-5160
(940) 565-2331
Fax: (940) 565-4559
Web site: www.healthcenter.unt.edu

Student Legal Services

Legal advice on matters of civil law (i.e., landlord/tenant, consumer, debt and credit, etc.) for currently enrolled students.

University Union, Room 322AA
P.O. Box 305058
Denton, TX 76203-5058
(940) 565-2614
Fax: (940) 369-7251
E-mail: pritchett@dsa.admin.unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/legal

Study Abroad Center

Individual advising on study abroad opportunities to students and faculty; summer, term/semester and year long programs; facilitation of international credit transfer; hosts students from other universities; information/orientation for study, travel, work, and volunteer abroad programs and national grants for international study; international hostel and ID card service to traveling faculty, staff and students.

Kendall Hall, Room 115
P.O. Box 311067
Denton, TX 76203-1067
(940) 565-2207
Fax: (940) 565-4822
E-mail: studyabroad@unt.edu
Web site: www.international.unt.edu/sac

Transportation Services

Police protection on a routine and emergency basis; crime prevention program; campus escort service; shuttle bus service; motorist assistance; emergency phone system.

Sullivant Public Safety Center
1700 Wilshire
P.O. Box 310948
Denton, TX 76203-0948
(940) 565-3014
Fax: (940) 369-7798
E-mail: richmond@pdl.admin.unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/trans/

Volunteer Center

University Union, Room 430
P.O. Box 305069
Denton, TX 76203
Phone: (940) 565-3021
Fax: (940) 369-8371
E-mail: volunteercenter@dsa.admin.unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/volunteer

Women’s Center

University Union, Room 430
P.O. Box 305069
Denton, TX 76203
Phone: (940) 565-3527
Fax: (940) 369-8371
E-mail: womenscenter@dsa.admin.unt.edu
Web site: web2.unt.edu/dos/new/wc

University of North Texas Dallas Campus

(UNT System Center at Dallas)

8915 S. Hampton Road
Dallas, TX 75232-6002
(972) 780-3600 (*3600 dialing from the Denton campus)
Fax: (972) 780-3636 (*3636 dialing from the Denton campus)
E-mail: untdallas@unt.edu
Web site: www.unt.edu/unt-dallas

Undergraduate Working Catalog

Contacts at UNT

Undergraduate Admissions

(800) UNT-8211
(868-8211) (toll-free)
undergrad@unt.edu

UNT Switchboard

(940) 565-2000

Campus Tours

Schedule a tour online
(940) 565-4104