Spring Soar Programs at UNT Denton

Monday, January 13, 2025
Orientation and Transition Programs	Welcome Week Tents 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Various Location	These friendly hubs around campus are here to guide you, answer questions, and ensure you make a mooth start to your semester at UNT.
Orientation and Transition Programs: First Year Programs	First Day of School Photos 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Union 3rd floor near CBE	Celebrate the First Day of School at the University of North Texas with a First Day of School Photo!
Union Arts	Back to School with Union Arts 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Union Arts Center (Union 214)	Stop by the Union Arts Center to make a back to school craft and learn about what our space has to offer!
Center for Leadership and Service	Is Your Leadership Style Written in the Stars? 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m Union 339	Is your leadership style written in the stars? Can your zodiac sign give you insight to the leader that lives inside of you? Join the CLS in an fun workshop uncovering how the star signs influence your unique leadership personality. Whether you’re a bold Aries, a strategic Virgo, or a charismatic Leo, there’s a leader ready to shine in you!
Recreational Sports	Weight Room 101 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Pohl Rec Center	Is the weight room new to you? Join our trainers to break down everything you need to know to feel comfortable and confident while working out in the UNT Rec Sports Weight Room.
UNT Libraries ( First Year Experience)	Willis Library Welcome Table 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Willis Library 1st Floor	Welcome! This 1st floor of Willis Library tabling event is geared towards new students. Learn about library spaces, resources, and services as highlighted on the First Year Experience Library guide: https://guides.library.unt.edu/fye.
Transfer Center & Non-Traditional & Commuter Student Support	Grab and Go Snacks 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Eagle Lot 54	Join us for Grab & Go event in the commuter parking lot, where the Transfer Center and Non-Traditional & Commuter Student Support offer quick snacks and information about upcoming events and resources.
Counseling and Testing Services	Chill Gaming Hour 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Rawlins Multipurpose Room	Come spend an hour playing a variety of board games and card games. This is a great chance to destress and connect with others before gearing up to take on the spring semester. Games will be provided. Attendees are welcome to bring their own.
Counseling and Testing Services	Heal In Color: Workshop 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Chesnut Hall 324	Healing in color is a space for healing through expressive arts and creativity. In this group it important to focus on the process of creating, and not the product of what you create. Together we will explore mindfulness, emotions, anxiety, stress, and negative thoughts in a relaxing and fun way. In this space, we will engage in artistic activities to reflect on our needs and experiences using colors and creativity from our minds, bodies, and spirits for the intention of healing.
Center for Fraternity and Soroity Life	Meet & Greek 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Union 333	You are Invited to Meet & Greek! This is an opportunity for students to meet, greet, and learn about all of the fraternities and sororities on campus.
Learning Center	Owning Your Own 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sage Hall 356	The Learning Center is the "One-Stop-Shop" for academic success. Learn a few best practices to jump start your college career and UNT campus resources to help support you along the way!
Student Activities	Get Involved (LIVE) 3: 00 p.m- 4:00 p.m BLB 180	Join Student Activities to learn more about the HUNDREDS of ways to get involved - Student Organizations, Exciting Events, Service Opportunities, and more! Soar with us during Spring Soar as you chart your flight plan for success.
Career Center	Internships 101 3:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m TBD	Join us for Internship 101, a foundational session designed to help you navigate the process of finding, applying for, and succeeding in internships. Learn how to identify the right opportunities, and make a strong impression on potential employers. This workshop will equip you with the essential tools to jumpstart your career journey!
Counseling and Testing Services	Coping Skills 101 3:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m. Chestnut Hall. Suite 311, Group Room 3	College (and life) can be overwhelming. Come learn some coping skills to use to deal with college life in a healthier way at the Counseling and Testing Center.
Recreational Services	Crate Stacking 3:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m. Pohl Rec Center	Each participant gets the chance to stack crates and climb up the stack one by one. How many crates can you stack before losing your balance?
Learning Center	Owning Your Success 3:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m Sage Hall 356	The Learning Center is the "One-Stop-Shop" for academic success. Learn a few best practices to jump start your college career and UNT campus resources to help support you along the way!
Learning Center	Owning Your Success 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sage Hall 342	The Learning Center is the "One-Stop-Shop" for academic success. Learn a few best practices to jump start your college career and UNT campus resources to help support you along the way!
Learning Center	Learning How You Learn 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sage Hall 356	Education is not one size fits all! Discover your preferred method of learning and how to use it to your advantage in class, when studying, and when taking tests.
Rise Center	RISE Trivia 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Rec Center 205	Join the RISE Center team for trivia and treats! Test your knowledge on alcohol and drug facts and what alcohol and substance use actually looks like at UNT.
Learning Center	Owning Your Success 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sage Hall 342	The Learning Center is the "One-Stop-Shop" for academic success. Learn a few best practices to jump start your college career and UNT campus resources to help support you along the way!

Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Orientation and Transition Programs	Welcome Week Tents 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Various Location	These friendly hubs around campus are here to guide you, answer questions, and ensure you make a mooth start to your semester at UNT.
Orientation and Transition Programs: First Year Programs	First Day of School Photos 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Union 3rd floor near CBE	Celebrate the First Day of School at the University of North Texas with a First Day of School Photo!
First-Generation Success Center	First-Gen Open House! 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m Union 376	Are you a first-generation college student? Yay, we are so happy you're are here! Visit our team in the First Generation Success Center to learn more about our programs and opportunities. Though our services and programs are tailored to the First-Generation experience, all are welcome to stop by! We will have some fun events and giveaways.
Student Veteran Services	Veteran Welcome Back Bash 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m Sage Hall 263	Lunch and gifts. Consultants will be on hand.
Union Arts	Back to School with Union Arts 11:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. Union Arts Center (Union 214)	Stop by the Union Arts Center to make a back to school craft and learn about what our space has to offer!
University Libraries	Library Trivia: Facts and Snacks 11:00 a.m -1:30 p.m Discovery Park Library	Take a self-guided tour of the Discovery Park Library to learn exciting facts about our services, collections, and spaces. Afterward, enjoy some snacks and take a short trivia quiz to test your knowledge for a chance to win prizes while supplies last.
Transfer Center & Advising Services	Major Mixer 12:45 p.m - 2:00 p.m Union 339	Still exploring majors or thinking about a new direction? Join Advising Services and the Transfer Center for a fun, relaxed event to enjoy refreshing mocktails and discover helpful resources that can guide you toward the right fit.
Center for Belonging & Engagement	Center for Belonging & Engagement Open House 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Union 335	Join the CBE for our Spring Soar Open House! We will have our spring calendar of events for you to pick up and you can explore our space, meet our staff, and grab some snacks too!
Conduct and Community Standards/Dean of Students	Responsibility, Accountability, and Consent 1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m Union 381	We will be discussing the Code of Student Conduct and what it entails. In addition, we will discuss Consent, specifically what it is and what it is not.
UNT Police Department	Campus Safety 1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m Gateway Room 137	Basic campus safety for new students to UNT from the campus police.
UNT Libraries (First Year Experience)	Willis Library Welcome Table 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Willis Library, 1st floor	Welcome! This 1st floor of Willis Library tabling event is geared towards new students. Learn about library spaces, resources, and services as highlighted on the First Year Experience Library guide: https://guides.library.unt.edu/fye.
UNT Music Library	Music Library Scavenger Hunt 2:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m Willis Library 4th floor	Explore the Music Library to find all our hidden treasures in a library scavenger hunt! This is a come-and-go event, so stop by anytime between 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM to start your hunt. Work as a group or individually to find all the library resources and you’ll win Music Library swag!
Student Money Management Center	Money Talks: Managing Your Financial Journey Through College 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Chestnut Hall 324	Soaring through college finances can feel like flying through turbulent skies, but it doesn’t have to be! Join the SMMC for help in spreading your financial wings, so you can soar confidently throughout your college experience. We'll equip you with the essential tools , practical knowledge to navigate your money like an eagle mastering the power of flight. Discover the secrets to spotting funding sources from high above, budgeting like a pro, , developing financial habits to use during your college journey , beyond.
Career Center	Build Your Career from the "Inside Out" 11:00 a.m -12:00 p.m Sage 355	The Career Center will guide you through recognizing the role of emotions in career readiness, identifying sought-after traits, and how to craft impactful talking points for career success.
Recreational Sports	Splash Sprint 4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m Pohl Rec Center	Each swimmer will take their mark for a single 25-yard sprint. Who will come out on top as the fastest swimmer? (come prepared to swim)
Student Money Management Center and Office of Health and Promotion	Money On Your Mind? Managing Financial Stress 5:30 p.m - 6:30 p.m Union 382	Join the Office of Health Promotion and Student Money Management for this Spring Soar program to learn how to better manage financial stress in your life!

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Counseling and Testing Services	Crochet Workshop 10:00 a.m -11:00 a.m Chestnut Hall, Suite 313	This workshop will introduce the practice of crochet for stress management and making connections with others. All skill levels welcome.
Orientation and Transition Programs: Transfer Center	Transfer Center Open 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Union 377	Check out the Transfer Center and pick up a goodie bag to start off the year right!
Discovery Park	Happy Birthday Discovery Park! 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m CG 130 outside yhe cateteria
Orientation and Transition Programs	Back to School Bash 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m Library Mall	Warm up to the spring semester at the UNT Back to School Bash! Back to School Bash is the official spring semester welcome event during Spring Soar! At Back to School Bash, students will have the opportunity to visit with campus resources and departments, warm up with some hot chocolate and get some cool giveaways!
Student Legal Services	Know Your Rights 11:00 a.m - 12:30 p.m Chestnut Hall 324A	We will address matters affecting foreign students, involving landlord-tenant agreements, and resolving Class C misdemeanors with our "Court on Campus" program.
Center for Leadership and Service	X Marks the Spot: Charting Your leadership Journey 11:00 a.m -1:00 p.m Union 339	Ahoy, mateys! Embark on a swashbuckling adventure into the depths of self-discovery, charting your personal strengths and challenges, and unlocking the treasure trove of your true potential in a fun-filled journey of leadership.
Couseling and Testing Services	Mindfulness & Meditation for Mental Health 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Chestnut Hall Suite 313/311	Discover simple, effective mindfulness practices to reduce stress, improve focus, and boost mental well-being. This workshop offers practical techniques like breathwork and guided meditation to help students find calm and resilience in everyday life.
Career Center	Using Your Strengths to Prepare for Career Fairs and Interviews 1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m Sage 335	Attendees will learn about utilizing Strengths to enhance their talking points when speaking to potential employers at career fairs and in interview situations. Career Fair dates for Spring 2025 will be discussed. Attendees are highly encouraged to bring their Top 5 Strengths from the Gallup StrengthsQuest assessment: https://studentaffairs.unt.edu/orientation-and-transition-programs/programs/strengthsquest.html
Counseling and Testing Services	Peace in Mess: DIY Therapeutic Playdough Workshop 3:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m Chestnut Hall, Room 324	Welcome to Peace in Mess: DIY Therapeutic Playdough Workshop, where stress melts away, and creativity takes center stage. Join us for a hands-on experience as we guide you through making playdough from scratch. Discover the calming joy of mixing, kneading, and shaping your own playdough while embracing the therapeutic fun in a peaceful, relaxed setting.
Recreational Sports	Speed Climb 3:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m Pohl Rec Center	Climb to this top of a designated speed climbing route as fast as you can!
Student Activities	Mean Green Spring Fling 5:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m Union 314 & Union 333	Mean Green Spring Fling is the involvement fair that kicks off the Spring semester. It provides an opportunity for students to meet with hundreds of student organizations.

Thursday, January 16, 2025
Diamond Eagle Student Resource Center	Diamond Eagle Student Resource Center Open House 9:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m. Diamond Eagle Student Resource Center, Crumley Hall	Join us for an open house to explore our resources! You will also be able to take home 5 items from both our food panty.
Orientation and Transition Programs: First Year Programs	Lunch Box Party 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m Union 333	Meet new friends and enjoy lunch together at our Lunch Box Party! Bring your own lunch or grab some snacks provided. Don't forget your lunch box – or get a free limited edition one from us!
TRIO Student Support Services (SSS)	Bob Ross & Chill with Trio SSS 11:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m Sage Hall 240	Please join TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) to learn about the resources and support available through our program that serves UNT students who are first generation, low-income, or have an on-campus registered disability. Enjoy snacks and paint freely in a relaxed setting as you listen to everything our program has to offer.
UNT Libraries (First Year Experience)	Willis Library Welcome Table 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Willis Library, 1st Floor	Welcome! This 1st floor of Willis Library tabling event is geared towards new students.
Barnes & Noble at UNT Bookstore	UNT Bookstore Scvanger Hunt & Quiz 2:00 p.m - 6:30 p.m UNT Bookstore	Have a fun time learning about your bookstore. All scavenger hunt & quiz sheets must be turned in by 6pm. We will check to make sure you found all items and answered all questions correctly, and if you did you will put in a drawing to win one of 3 prizes that we will give away.
CLASS Advising	What I Wish I Knew: Navigating Transfer Life at UNT 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m GAB 204	Hear from a panel of former transfer students and advisors about how to successfully transition to UNT. Learn how to overcome challenges, find resources you need, and get involved to make the most of your time here.
UNT Police Department	Active Shooter Training 2: 00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Gateway Room 137	Basic active shooter training for new students to UNT from the campus police.
Counseling & Testing Services	Motivation and Getting Things Done 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m Chestnut Hall Room 313	Is sitting down to work on academic or personal tasks hard? Let's talk about strategies to feel motivated, productive, and successful.me snacks too!
Recreational Sports	Pull Up Competition 2:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m Pohl Rec Center	Test your upper body strength and endurance in the ultimate pull-up competition. Beginner friendly with many options, so everyone is a winner!
Office of Disability Access	ASL 101 3:00 p.m - 4:30 p.m Chestnut Hall, Room 160	American Sign Language is the primary language of those who identify as Deaf in the United States. It is a beautiful yet complex language, with its own grammar structure. It is very important to Deaf culture and has a strong history. This interactive in-person class will introduce you to the building blocks of American Sign Language (ASL), including basic fingerspelling, numbers, and introductory signs. UNT has a large d/Deaf community and this session will give you a starting place for engaging with Deaf students, faculty, and staff who communicate using ASL. The primary instructor of this session is LaShaundria Lawson, a Deaf ASL user and UNT staff member. Resources will also be shared for continuing to learn this incredible language.
Career Center	Interships 101 12:30 p.m - 1:30 p.m Sage 116	Join us for Internship 101, a foundational session designed to help you navigate the process of finding, applying for, and succeeding in internships. Learn how to identify the right opportunities, and make a strong impression on potential employers. This workshop will equip you with the essential tools to jumpstart your career journey!
Recreational Sports	Dodgeball 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m Pohl Rec Center	You don't need a team, just show up and we will enter you into a fun game of dodgeball.
Orientation and Transition Programs-Access Mentoring	ACCESS Mentoring Spring Kickoff 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m Union Hall 333	The ACCESS Mentoring Spring Kickoff event is a social event to kickoff and create a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for ACCESS mentees and mentors to interact, foster a sense of connection and build rapport. ACCESS Spring Kickoff is the start to the Spring Semester and introduce the community to the benefits of mentoring and how it makes a difference.

Friday January 17, 2025
Counseling and Testing Services	Make a Mindfulness Jar 11:30 a.m - 1:00 p.m Chestnut Hall Room 324	Our world is filled with stimulation and sometimes we just need a break to slow down. Come make your own mindfulness glitter jar with Counseling and Testing Services. We’ll provide supplies and education about how to use this in your daily life. Just bring yourself and your creativity.
Equal Opportunity & Title IX: Dean of Students	Breaking the Silence: Stalking Awareness Month Edition 11:30 a.m - 1:00 p.m Union 381	We will discuss what stalking is, how to prevent stalking, and how to support individuals who have experienced stalking. Speakers will include representatives from Equal Opportunity & Title IX, Survivor Advocacy, and the UNT Police Department.
Career Center	Interships 101 1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m Sage 116	Join us for Internship 101, a foundational session designed to help you navigate the process of finding, applying for, and succeeding in internships. Learn how to identify the right opportunities, and make a strong impression on potential employers. This workshop will equip you with the essential tools to jumpstart your career journey!
CLASS Advising	Flight Crews for CLASS Take Flight (First-Time-In College Students Only) 1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m GAB 204	Regroup after the chaos of Orientation to see what to do now. Meet with a Take Flight Counselor for resources and expectations for Spring, then learn how to understand and interpret your degree plan and get pre-advised for Fall 2025 classes.
Counseling and Testing Services	Healing in Color: Art Workshop 2:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m Chestnut Hall 324	Healing in color is a space for healing through expressive arts and creativity. In this group it important to focus on the process of creating, and not the product of what you create. Together we will explore mindfulness, emotions, anxiety, stress, and negative thoughts in a relaxing and fun way. In this space, we will engage in artistic activities to reflect on our needs and experiences using colors and creativity from our minds, bodies, and spirits for the intention of healing.
Office of Disability Access	Coloring, Stretching, and Releaxing.. Oh My! 3:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m Chestnut Hall, Room 160	The University of North Texas has so many wonderful services to support students with their health and wellness throughout their academic journey here. However, there are still going to be times when students feel “stuck” or need to destress and take a break independently. There are so many wonderful ways that students can take a break on their own and disconnect from whatever may be stressing them. Coloring, stretching, working on jigsaw puzzles, word games, logic/math puzzles, and simply going for a walk are just a few of the many ways that students can step away from the stressor and rejuvenate. This session will allow students to practice some of these activities, meet students and staff while doing so, and take away a few different activities to start their academic journey at UNT! Students do not need to stay on time or arrive right at 3pm. We welcome students to come at any time between 3pm and 5pm! If you require any accommodations for access to this session, please reach out to the ODA at Disability@unt.edu.
Recreational Sports	Pickleball 5:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m Pohl Rec Center	Grab your pickle pals and join us for some pickup Pickleball!
University Program Council	Spring Eagle Insomnia 7:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m University Union	At Eagle Insomnia, we all fam! Party with UPC as we celebrate the beginning of the Spring semester with so many fun activities! We have taken over the Union and we are so excited to showcase a DJ Battle Silent Disco, karaoke, a winter themed craft and so much more!

Spring Soar Schedule

Spring Soar Programs at UNT Denton