The First Year Passport is a program that provides new UNT students (freshmen and transfer) with an incentive to learn more about the opportunities and services on the University of North Texas campus. Through this program, students will have the opportunity to earn prizes by attending programs and services hosted by campus departments.

Rules for First Year Passport:  

  • Take your First Year Passport to the events around campus to learn about campus resources, and get your stamp from an Orientation Leader. Download the First Year Passport Guidebook ("UNT First Year Passport 2017") or click here for event information.
  • Decide which Prize Tier you will aim for:
    • Economy Class: 1 stamps for each program category = T-shirt
    • Business Class: 2 stamps for each program category = T-shirt + Entry into drawing for $100 Dining Card
    • First Class: 3 stamps for each program category = T-shirt + Entry into drawing for 32GB iPad
  • Drop your passport off at the Orientation and Transition Programs office (University Union, Suite 377).
  • One shirt per student. Student ID is required to claim prizes.
  • Deadline for stamp card drop-off: Monday, October 16th.

First Year Passport Event Categories: 

  1. My Prep
    1. Being prepared for college level work is your first step to a successful year. What you may need in terms of preparation will vary by student.
  2. My Life
    1. On a campus UNT's size, opportunities to engage in campus life are abundant. Take time to connect with your peers, figure out ways you want to be involved on campus, and immerse yourself in the spirit and traditions!
  3. My Health and Wellness
    1. Cultivating a lifestyle that embraces ideas of health and wellness are keys to your happiness and success in college
  4. My Future
    1. Although graduation is still 4 years away, the actions you make today will impact your future. 

Pick up your First Year Passport:

  • First Year Passport Tablinings: Occurs during regular work week in Library Mall 
  • Orientation and Transition Programs: Students can pick up the First Year Passport at the OTP office Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM at the front desk. 

Prizes: 

  • Economy Class: 1 stamps for each program category = T-shirt
  • Business Class: 2 stamps for each program category = T-shirt + Entry into drawing for $100 Dining Card
  • First Class: 3 stamps for each program category = T-shirt + Entry into drawing for 32GB iPad

Students must go through enrollment verification to claim prize.

Prizes subject to change without notification.