Are you graduating in Fall 2025?
The First Gen Graduation Stole Application opens October 1, 2025 at 12:00PM for December
2025 Graduates!
Stoles are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Once registration reaches
capacity, a wait list will be available, but stoles will not be guaranteed.
To receive a stole, you MUST be planning to graduate in December 2025 from UNT Denton or UNT Frisco with an undergraduate or graduate-level degree AND complete one of the following engagement activities:
Thursday October 2, 2025
3:30PM - 4:30PM
Location: BLB 010
First Gen to Grad School is a presentation from Graduate Admissions and the First
Generation Success Center as part of Exploring Graduate School Week. We will be discussing
the pathway to grad school, important deadlines to consider, advice on the application
process and more!
Thursday October 9, 2025
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Online: https://unt.zoom.us/j/85134257406
Zoom Meeting ID: 851 3425 7406
Are you looking to buy a car or other big purchase? Need some financial tips to make
it happen? Join leaders from Capital One's Auto Literacy Team to learn insider tips
and strategies to help you become an informed car buyer! During this interactive
workshop, you will learn car buying terminology and how to set a realistic budget
and savings plan. Covering topics such as budgeting and financing will help ensure
you are confident when purchasing a vehicle and other big investments.
Additional Registration Required-- Sign up here: https://unt.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VibI25QBnGFN0a
Friday, October 24, 2025
10:30AM - 11:30AM
Location: Union 339
Graduation is filled with excitement but can also be a stressful time. It is important
to practice self-care to avoid burning out. The UNT Office of Health Promotions will
provide tips to avoid burnout as you approach graduation as well as practical suggestions
to manage pre- & post-graduation anxiety. You’ll also get to take home a succulent!
Monday, October 27, 2025
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Online: https://unt.zoom.us/j/85098214667
Zoom Meeting ID: 850 9821 4667
Want a little extra support in your job search? Join this virtual session with Career
Coaches from the UNT Career Center to learn expert tips, tricks, and practical ways
to kickstart your career.
** Join us for one of the most exciting professional development events of the semester!
**
November 6, 2025
4:00PM – 6:00PM
UNT Union 314 (Emerald Ballroom)
--Connect with professionals from TIAA and fellow students during a networking session.
--Business professional? Business casual? What's the difference?! Learn from our experts
during a short Business Dress etiquette presentation. Enjoy a live showcase presented
by TIAA that explores the dos and don’ts of business attire.
--Did someone say FREE clothes? Stop by the professional clothing closet pop-up, where
currently enrolled students can take home at least one item of professional clothing
for your next big opportunity.
--Students who attend will have the chance to win prizes, goodies, and we’ll
have FREE food and snacks! Be sure to check in early!
If you are unable to attend one of the events listed above, you can schedule and attend
a 1-on-1 coaching session with a First Generation Success Center staff member. Coaching sessions can be scheduled on Navigate or at
Appointments.unt.edu and must be completed by October 31st, 2025. Make sure to let the staff member know that you are attending the meeting as a requirement
for your stole!
IMPORTANT
Event updates and reminders will be posted on the First Gen Center's Instagram page.
You can follow us @UNTFirstGen or visit https://www.instagram.com/untfirstgen/ . We will also post updates on our LinkTree at https://linktr.ee/UNTFirstGen
Stoles must be picked up in-person at the UNT Denton or Frisco campuses between November
12 and December 12, 2025. We are not able to mail stoles! However, you are allowed to have a friend, classmate, or family member pick up a
stole on your behalf.
After the application deadline has ended, and we have confirmed your completion of
an engagement activity, you will receive an additional email stating that you may
pick up your stole. Please note: we will not be able to award your stole until we have verified your completion of
the engagement activity.
Save the Date
First Gen & Emerald Eagle Scholars Graduation Celebration
We also invite you to join us to celebrate our First-Generation Class of 2025!
When: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Time: 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Where: UNT Union Room 339
This is a casual, come-and-go celebration and will include a delicious ice cream bar.
Stop by the photo booth to take a photo with Scrappy in his graduation cap & gown!
If you would like to attend the Fall 2025 Graduation Celebration, please fill out
this form. The link will also be posted on our Linktree. You will have the option to submit your name & picture for our Graduation Celebration slideshow.
Additional Information
Mean Green Gowns for Grads is a program at the Diamond Eagle Resource Center focusing
on helping students rent a cap and gown for commencement. Applications are now being
accepted for Fall 2025 graduates. The application can be accessed, along with more
information, via this link: Mean Green Gowns for Grads | University of North Texas.
Are you graduating in 2026?
Follow us on Instagram to be the first to know about registration for First-Gen Graduation
Stoles for students graduating in Spring or Summer 2026. As we approach the Spring
launch, stole application information will be emailed via Navigate and posted on Instagram
and our website: firstgen.unt.edu
For questions or accessibility accommodations, please email firstgen@unt.edu or call 940-369-5251
University of North Texas 
