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$18,176
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Help Eric Ligon Support CVAD Students
Help Eric Ligon Support CVAD Students
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For nearly 40 years, Dean Eric Ligon helped build the nationally recognized Communication Design program at the University of North Texas—shaping creative thinkers, resilient professionals, and an extraordinary alumni community.  As Senior Associate Dean Ligon retires, he asked that his legacy not be a scholarship in his name, but continued support for the program itself.  Your gift to the Communication Design Fund provides flexible resources that directly benefit students and faculty—supporting design show entry fees, guest speakers, and faculty research that enriches the classroom.  <strong>You are the legacy.</strong><strong> </strong>Join us in investing in the future of Communication Design at UNT.  What Your Support Makes Possible  <ul><li>Entry fees for regional, national, and international design competitions </li><li>Guest speakers who broaden students’ creative and professional horizons </li><li>Faculty research that feeds directly back into curriculum and classes </li></ul> Every gift helps students thrive in a changing higher‑education landscape.  <em>UNT has implemented a new gift allocation policy, UNT Policy 09.003 Gift Allocation, designed to maximize the impact of your giving. Please visit our </em><em><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fone.unt.edu%2Fgift-allocation&data=05%7C02%7CDaquan.Allen%40unt.edu%7C2e0a9b163dca47be586908de5ddb0fb5%7C70de199207c6480fa318a1afcba03983%7C0%7C0%7C639051392593614097%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GLeaHUOxIEufLmrHNadNJeG4DcQtPnT9OZqMkChyCGQ%3D&reserved=0">Gift Allocation FAQ</a></em><em> page to learn more.</em>
$3,375
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The Soundbox Crowdfunding
The Soundbox Crowdfunding
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Today’s music and media creation happen at the intersection of <strong>creativity and technology</strong>. At the <strong>Soundbox Music Makerspace</strong> in the UNT Music Library, students gain hands‑on access to professional‑grade tools that empower experimentation, collaboration and discovery — tools that are otherwise out of reach for many students. Tools like synthesizers, digital audio workstations, specialized laptops and high-quality recording kits support everyone from podcasters to voice actors, from broadcast students to traditional musicians.  Access can be the <strong>difference between potential and performance</strong>. Your support creates greater opportunities for UNT students to create, learn and thrive.   Professional music and creative audio technology is expensive. Without the Soundbox, students who lack sufficient resources face limitations in their ability to experiment, complete projects or build portfolios aligned with the demanding standards of the modern sound and media landscape.   <strong>Why Support Is Needed Now</strong><strong> </strong> Music and audio technology evolves rapidly. To serve students well, the Soundbox must remain current and compatible with industry-leading tools used across UNT’s College of Music and beyond. UNT students have been pushing the limits for generations when it comes to music and creative audio production, but they depend on resources that match their unparalleled drive and talent. When essential software upgrades and equipment updates fall behind, it hinders our students’ learning and expression. It creates challenges for students transferring work between College of Music labs and Soundbox systems. And it can reduce the hands-on experiences that are so vital for students entering the global creative economy. That’s where you come in.  <strong>Your gift helps:</strong> <ul><li>Update and expand available tools and services </li><li>Maintain parity with academic labs </li><li>Protect access for students regardless of financial means</li><li>Equip students for successful careers in sound, song and story</li></ul>   <strong>Give today and help the Soundbox prepare the next generation of industry-ready creators.</strong> <em>UNT has implemented a new gift allocation policy, UNT Policy 09.003 Gift Allocation, designed to maximize the impact of your giving. Please visit our </em><em><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fone.unt.edu%2Fgift-allocation&data=05%7C02%7CDaquan.Allen%40unt.edu%7C2e0a9b163dca47be586908de5ddb0fb5%7C70de199207c6480fa318a1afcba03983%7C0%7C0%7C639051392593614097%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GLeaHUOxIEufLmrHNadNJeG4DcQtPnT9OZqMkChyCGQ%3D&reserved=0">Gift Allocation FAQ</a></em><em> page to learn more.</em>
$625
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The Spark Makerspace Crowdfunding
The Spark Makerspace Crowdfunding
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The Spark is a student‑focused service division within the UNT Libraries, but it’s more than just a place. It’s an experience. This daring mashup of hands-on makerspace and circulating collection offers robotics and power tools, cameras and textiles… gear for machining, crafting, programming, prototyping and 3D printing.  For building. Failing. Testing. Revising. <em>Learning.</em>  This is where access becomes experience.  <strong>Transformational education happens when students are given room to explore, permission to fail, and support to try again. </strong> At the Spark, UNT students: <ul><li>Experiment with tools and materials they might not otherwise access </li><li>Translate classroom knowledge into physical and digital applications </li><li>Innovate across disciplines in a collaborative, welcoming environment </li><li>Develop confidence in navigating challenges and outcomes </li><li>Build workforce readiness by gaining expertise in equipment and technology </li></ul> With this kind of learning, students prepare for more than graduation — they are ready to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Your donation keeps tools, materials and technologies available to all students, while providing guidance and training from knowledgeable staff. Your gift extends opportunities for hands‑on learning across disciplines and maintains a safe, respectful and accountable learning environment. <strong>Join us in supporting an experiential learning space where students don’t just imagine what’s possible — they build it.</strong> <em>UNT has implemented a new gift allocation policy, UNT Policy 09.003 Gift Allocation, designed to maximize the impact of your giving. Please visit our </em><em><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fone.unt.edu%2Fgift-allocation&data=05%7C02%7CDaquan.Allen%40unt.edu%7C2e0a9b163dca47be586908de5ddb0fb5%7C70de199207c6480fa318a1afcba03983%7C0%7C0%7C639051392593614097%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GLeaHUOxIEufLmrHNadNJeG4DcQtPnT9OZqMkChyCGQ%3D&reserved=0">Gift Allocation FAQ</a></em><em> page to learn more.</em>
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Contemporary Arab and Muslim Cultural Studies Initiative
Your support is crucial to providing scholarships at the Mayborn School of Journalism at UNT and funding that directly benefit our CAMCSCI programs.
Your support is crucial to providing scholarships at the Mayborn School of Journalism at UNT and funding that directly benefit our CAMCSCI programs. <p><em>Artist: Ambreen Butt</em></p> The Contemporary Arab and Muslim Cultural Studies Initiative (CAMCSI) at the University of North Texas is dedicated to fostering an understanding of Arab and Muslim cultures through education and engagement. This initiative plays a crucial role in enriching the academic and cultural experiences of students in the College of Visual Arts and Design by offering a dynamic speaker series, interactive workshops and various engagement opportunities. To continue providing these valuable programs, we need your support. We are reaching out to you to help sustain and expand this impactful work. Your support is crucial to providing essential scholarships at the Mayborn School of Journalism at UNT and funding that directly benefit our students and programs. Scholarships will empower students to pursue their education without the constraints of financial burden. Meanwhile, funding for the CAMCSI initiative will enable us to bring leading experts to campus, organize engaging events, and encourage thoughtful dialogue within our community. Your contribution can make a transformative difference. By investing in these initiatives, you are supporting the success of our students and advancing opportunities for education and engagement. Together, we can ensure that this program continues to thrive and inspire. Join us in this mission by making a donation today. Every gift, no matter the size, plays a part in enhancing education and enriching the lives of our students and the broader community. Thank you for your generosity and your commitment to fostering education and engagement.
Green Brigade
Green Brigade
This Green Brigade needs to generate funding for replacement instruments vital to the organization.
This Green Brigade needs to generate funding for replacement instruments vital to the organization. The <strong>UNT Green Brigade</strong> isn't just a marching band; they're the heartbeat of Mean Green Spirit! At every home football game and select away games, they light up the field, rallying fans and igniting pride in our university and community. Now, you have a chance to be part of this vibrant tradition! We're on a mission to replace 345 essential instruments, from clarinets to sousaphones, ensuring our talented musicians have the best tools to create unforgettable performances. Your generous support will directly enhance the Green Brigade’s ability to bring joy, energy, and unity to the UNT community. Imagine the thrill of seeing and hearing the Green Brigade flourish as your contributions make a huge difference! By giving today, you help preserve the legacy of this storied ensemble and uplift university traditions that mean so much to us all. <a href="https://givemeangreen.unt.edu/project/43155/donate"><strong>DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT!</strong></a> The President's Office will match every gift up to $333,000 – fully ONE THIRD of our $1 million target for this campaign! We’re hoping you will join us in this effort and remember that every contribution counts. This is your moment to amplify the glorious sound of the Green Brigade! Don’t miss out on the chance to leave a lasting legacy. <a href="https://givemeangreen.unt.edu/project/43155/donate"><strong>Please check out our suggested giving levels* and contribute today to ensure our Green Brigade continues to inspire and entertain!</strong></a> <em>*The amounts shown reflect the impact your donation could make at that value, but decisions as to what instruments are purchased will be based on greatest need.</em>
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