CHILTON HALL
What was Chilton Hall originally used for, and in what year was it built?
It was built in 1938 and served as UNT's first men's residence hall.
Where can students rent/thrift clothes for free on campus
The Diamond Eagle Clothing Closet provides free clothing for all students at UNT with two separate closet programs.
The Casual Clothing Closet is a free thrift store for students.
The UNT Suit-Up Closet provides free professional clothing rentals for students.
How many student orgs does UNT have? What are some examples?
Over 450!
Who is UNT’s current president?
Harrison Keller
How big are UNT classes?
Classes can vary in size; student faculty ratio is 26:1 so we keep relatively small student sizes.
What is "The Student" and why did he disappear?
“The Student” is also found inside Chilton Hall, and was a sculpture made by Graduate Student Sterling Hall in 1940. He was a favorite target for pranksters on campus, and he was quietly taken away leaving his disappearance a mystery to students.
During the renovations of Chilton Hall, he was unearthed and now, while we only have his head and shoulders, he is proudly displayed in his original home.
How are Student Health and Wellness Center services paid for, and what support can they provide?
Student Health and Wellness Center accepts major health insurances, but if you're paying out of pocket its a $20 visit fee.
It provides care for injuries, illnesses, and a wide range of medical concerns, with the convenience of on-site lab testing and X-ray services.
It offers health education programs to help students prioritize their well-being as they stay on track toward graduation and professional achievement.
Students can also apply for health insurance through an independent agent at the Health Center.
Where is the UNT Ring Dive Ceremony held? Why do we do it?
Jody’s Fountain.
We do it to celebrate graduating students.
What is the name of UNT’s fully vegan dining hall and where is it located?
Mean Greens Cafe located at Kerr Hall.
Name the two student media centers housed by the Media Arts department.
North Texas Television (NTTV) and our radio station KNTU.
Why is Chilton called the 'Inside-Out Building'? Name TWO interesting facts about Chilton's history or traditions.
During renovations in the late 1980s, the courtyard was filled in while the original exterior walls remained intact.
It was named after founder Joshua C. Chilton; it housed the Harte flying school during early WWII; or sororities lived 'on the ramps' in the 1950s and 60s.
Where is UNT PD and the Risk Management Center located?
BONUS (100): Why are they important?
The UNT PD is located on the south side of the campus close to I35.
Our Risk Management Center is located underneath the Coliseum.
BONUS:
UNT PD patrols and protects the campus 24/7
The Risk Management Center provides proactive support for the strategic, operational, and financial foundation of the University of North Texas.
They also utilize the Eagle Alert System, which is our form of emergency communication.
What is the name of UNT athletics and where did we get this name from?
Mean Green Athletics
We get it from Joe Greene.
What band was founded at UNT?
Eli Young Band
What is special about UNT's accounting program?
UNT established the first five-year BS/MS accounting program in the nation.
Which UNT academic program that is housed at Chilton was the of its kind in the U.S., and what is special about its master's program?
UNT created the first undergraduate applied behavior analysis program in the U.S. and the first accredited master's program in behavior analysis in the world.
What is the purpose of Honors College?
The purpose of an Honors education is to prepare you for graduate study, career building, and all the learning pursuits of a lifetime. It is about academic challenges and intellectual growth in a world of opportunity. Ideal candidates for the Honors College are students who love learning and see a world of accomplishment ahead of them as contributing members of society.
Who is UNT's unofficial mascot? What happens when you see him on campus?
Lucky is our unofficial mascot, he is real-life albino squirrel, whose white fur and red eyes make him special here at UNT.
If you see him, it is said that you will be lucky for the day, but if you spot him during finals week, you will get all A’s.
What are the hours of the Night Flight and the Late-Night Lyft Service?
Night Flight: 11pm-2am
Late-Night Lyft: 2am- 7am
What UNT program is ranked 1st in U.S. by the College Raptor and is consistently ranked amongst the top 10 in the nation in several publications?
Merchandising program.
What colleges/schools are housed in Chilton Hall? Give 5 majors that fall under these departments.
The College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences and the School of Merchandising, Hospitality, and Tourism and Undergraduate Advising office for the College of Music.
Ex: Urban policy and planning, criminal justice, social work, hotel management, kinesiology, audiology and speech-language pathology, behavior analysis ...etc.
Name the FIVE support services or clinics students can access in Chestnut Hall.
BONUS (100): Name TWO services provided at Chestnut Hall apart from these
1. Counseling and Testing Services
2. Student Health and Wellness Center
3. Campus Smiles
4. Office of Disability Access
5. North Texas Eye Clicnic
BONUS:
1. L-evated Chiropractic
2. Massage Therapy
What was housed at Hurley back in the day?
Hurley used to house our registrar's office, and before you could register for classes online, you had to come to their teller windows in person to register for your courses. The original teller windows are still visible to this day!
Name 5 famous UNT alums.
1. Norah Jones
2. Stone Cold Steve Austin
3. Dr. Phil
4. Joe Greene
5. Thomas Haden Church
5. Anne Rice
6. Meat Loaf (Michael Lee Aday)
7. Kelsey Grammer
What building can students go to improve their resume and find a campus job? What is special about UNT career advisors?
UNT career center located at Sage Hall helps with a wide variety of needs, from finding a job on campus, prepping your resume, writing a killer cover letter, and practicing with mock interviews.
At UNT, you visit with a career advisor that is housed within your academic department.