- Is the Mean Green Gowns for Grads open? I would love to rent one to ...take some pictures! I am missing out on everything else, including my ring that is not being made because of the closures. I would love to have just a little part of graduation! Can The Dean of Students or UNT Division of Student Affairs or even the UNT Alumni Association help out with this request? See More
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How are you practicing self-care? 🐱 Check out Kiwi the cat's self-care routine! #UNTCares #UNTCARETeam #UNTDOS #animalcrossing
Jazzmine Mendez knew from an early age that she wanted to be a teacher, and she was drawn to UNT for its outstanding Teacher Education Program and founding hist...ory as a teacher’s college. Upon her first visit to UNT with her Houston high school’s Upward Bound program, she knew something was calling her name.
However, just months into her freshman year, her tumultuous relationship with her parents reached an all-time low, and she was left with no means to finance her future at UNT.
“My FAFSA application was due in January and I didn’t have access to their financial information,” says Jazzmine. “I didn’t know what to do. I was thinking about dropping out.”
With help from the director of her Upward Bound program, she worked with UNT Student Financial Services team to secure a dependency override that would enable UNT to help her complete her FAFSA each year.
“I went to the FAFSA events on campus every year after that so they could help me reapply.”
It didn’t take long for Jazzmine to find a support system in Delta Kappa Delta, part of the UNT Multicultural Greek Council. She was inspired by the sorority’s philanthropic focus on child abuse awareness and prevention.
Jazzmine also started working in the UNT Dean of Students Office, where she progressed from administrative duties to answering Campus Assessment, Response & Evaluation (CARE) Team calls to overseeing UNT’s Gowns for Grads program.
“I learned so many leadership skills, but I let my grades slip. If I wanted to get into the Teacher Education Program, I had to get my GPA back up,” Jazzmine says “I went to my advisors every semester, well before the deadline, to make sure I knew which classes to take. They were always so helpful, but I would cry almost every time I left. I just kept thinking, ‘There’s still so far to go.’”
After working with her advisor and setting up a meeting with the clinical professor in UNT's College of Education's Department of Teacher Education and Administration, Jazzmine got accepted to the program. When she got the news, Dean of Students Maureen McGuinness encouraged Jazzmine to reach out to Bertina Combs, former interim dean for the College of Education and current vice provost for Faculty Success.
“We just clicked. I’ve met with Dr. Combes at least once a month since then, and when I tell you that she has helped me with everything, I mean everything. She’s made me more positive, more professional. She encouraged me to think of graduate school not just as a possibility, but as a plan. She’s gone above and beyond, and I am so thankful to have her as my mentor.”
Jazzmine had just begun her classroom observations in Denton ISD when everything went virtual – including UNT’s commencement ceremonies.
“I’m sad to be leaving, but I’m proud to call UNT my alma mater. There were so many times I didn’t think I was going to make it – especially financially. But I’m here. I’m finally going to be a teacher, something I’ve wanted my whole life.”
More Great Grad stories: https://commencement.unt.edu/great-grads-fall-2020
Image Description: Jazzmine Mendez, wearing her regalia, posing in front of UNT's Welcome Center.
Representatives from the North Texas Food Bank will host an online workshop to help UNT members learn about and apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The workshop is November 18, beginning at 2pm. Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to come and go throughout the workshop.
*Let us know you're interested by filling out our survey: https://unt.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cZvuMahx9iOUwPX
**Join us on 11/18, here: https://unt.az1.qualtrics.com/j...fe/form/SV_8plTKXjsKGlGoGF
SNAP is the largest federal nutrition assistance program and provides benefits to eligible individuals and families to purchase food in authorized retail stores. For additional information, including eligibility requirements, visit: https://hhs.texas.gov/services/food/snap-food-benefits
Studies show that if you commit to vote, you are more likely to take action on that commitment. Take the pledge to vote in the upcoming presidential election! Our campus is #ALLINtoVote!
Pledge: https://allintovote.org/take-the-pledge/
More info: vote.unt.edu
It’s On Us will be hosting a discussion panel in collaboration with Every Voice Coalition this Tuesday!
The panel will bring together LGBTQ+ identifying survivo...rs and advocates to discuss their experiences as survivors of gender-based violence and how they navigate through COVID-19. RSVP here: bit.ly/LGBTQSurvivorPanel
UNT Pride Alliance UNT Dean of Students Office UNT Multicultural Center GLAD: UNT's Queer Alliance It's On Us
https://www.facebook.com/events/2439263649710202/
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2020 AT 11:30 AM CDT – 12:30 PM CDT
Environmental Justice 101: An Interactive Introduction
This year, we're looking into creating Holiday meal bags to distribute to students, but we need your help! Please fill out this quick survey that only takes a c...ouple of minutes - https://unt.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aeH3eJ5eSzwUNs9. We look forward to serving you before the holidays!
#Feedtheeagles #GMG #UNTCares
Hello and welcome to Chestnut Hall, the building of the RISE Center, the brand-new home for the Collegiate Recovery Program and Substance Use Resource Education... Program. RISE stands for Recovery & Intervention Support & Education. Thanks for stopping by! You can find us upstairs in Chestnut Hall 301, which is a suite housing our two programs as well as the Meadows Health Resource Center. By participating in our virtual open house tour, we hope that you gain more information on our recovery and substance use education programming and understand the importance of collegiate recovery services on college campuses.
See MoreSometimes, the most important part of healing is knowing that you are not alone. To that end, group counseling can be a very useful tool in trauma recovery. Tak...e advantage of this opportunity to get the support you need! Email CounselingAndTestingServices@unt.edu or call them for more information: 940-565-2741.
See MoreCheck out World Mental Health Day at UNT this Friday from 9am-3:30pm! #UNTCares #UNTDOS #WorldMentalHealthDay2020
It's Hazing Prevention Week @ UNT!!! Check out our UNT Peer Advocates (DOS)'s social media for chances to win prizes and their upcoming web series videos. #UNTCares #UNTDOS #UNTPeerAdvocate #HazingPreventionWeek
Instagram: @UNTPeerAdvocate
Twitter: @UNTPeerAdvocate
Interested in applying for and learning about SNAP? Join our virtual workshop today at 2pm to learn more! Faculty, staff, and students are welcome.
Representatives from the North Texas Food Bank will host an online workshop to help UNT members learn about and apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ...Program (SNAP). The first workshop this semester is tomorrow, September 9, from 2-4pm. Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to come and go throughout the workshop.
Join us here: https://unt.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8plTKXjsKGlGoGF
SNAP is the largest federal nutrition assistance program and provides benefits to eligible individuals and families to purchase food in authorized retail stores. For additional information, including eligibility requirements, visit: https://hhs.texas.gov/services/food/snap-food-benefits
It’s the middle of the night and, suddenly, the fire alarm begins blaring. How are you going to evacuate? What if your normal route was inaccessible? Do you have a second evacuation plan?
#BePreparedUNT! Know at least two ways out of every room!
Claire Medina is celebrating her 39th anniversary at UNT today!!! She has been an exceptional part of the DOS Team and helps our students in so many ways. If you see her Congratulate in this incredible accomplishment. Thanks for all you do, Claire!!💚💚💚💚💚💚
UNT International Overdose Awareness Day
Monday, August 31st | 11:00am-12:30pm
Speakers, Resources, and Narcan training
#UNTCares #UNTDOS #UNTSURECenter
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We stand with you!!!
It’s apparent that African American and Black women have walked through history unheard, neglected, and unprotected, so when addressing the issue of sexual viol...ence it’s important to understand the barriers Black women face at every level. We are here to find new ways we can continue to show up for you not only in our office but also in our community.
We stand with you, we support you, and we believe you.
Remember to wear your face coverings, maintain social distance and frequently wash your hands so we can help keep each other and our community safe! #UNTCares #UNTDOS #UNThealthy