Campus veteran services

Bringing the world to you

UNT brings renowned personalities to campus for performances and lectures, which complement film and literature series, art exhibitions, dance and theatre productions, cultural celebrations and more than 1,000 musical concerts each year.

Recently, U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus discussed the missions of the Navy and Marine Corps at a public lecture at the University of North Texas on Dec. 18, 2009.

In an address titled, The Navy and Marine Corps: America's Away Team, Mabus discussed the many roles played by the two military branches, ranging from major combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan to naval diplomacy, security force assistance, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

Mabus' visit builds upon UNT's long established commitment to the U.S. Armed Forces. UNT has an estimated 1,200 known student veterans, and the university recently opened the Veterans Center to help those veterans transition from military life to college.

UNT researchers also are heavily involved in military-related research, including projects to make environmentally friendly packaging for Meals Ready-to-Eat and to develop stronger, more durable jet engines and airplane parts.

The university has organized a committee of more than 45 members who serve on a dozen work groups to better support you, our veteran student population.

We’re indebted to you and your service. We’re committed to your success. Join us at UNT – the best place for the next step in your life.

Student Veteran Services

UNT's Student Veteran Services is the place to start. We help student veterans navigate university resources on their way to academic success. Located in Sage Hall, Room 123, we focus on the particular needs and interests of student veterans and their transition from service to college. For information, call 940-369-8021.

Student Veterans Association

The Student Veterans Association of UNT assists veterans, soldiers on active duty, reservists, National Guard members, Coast Guard members and their dependents to make an easier transition into the academic community. This group provides friendship, support and practical help in navigating the university. The officers of the UNT Student Veterans Association staff UNT’s Student Veteran Services and are a constant source of support. For more information, please contact Tockie Hemphill.

Well-being support

The Disability and Well-being Consortium at UNT helps veterans with disabilities progress toward optimal health by addressing both the physical and the psychosocial trauma caused from a combat injury. UNT's Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation and the Department of Rehabilitation, Social Work and Addictions work together to offer an integrated approach to health and wellness.

UNT's Counseling and Testing Services in Chestnut Hall offers individual, group and couples counseling and testing opportunities, with an emphasis on the specific issues facing veterans.

We also provide you with family and parenting services from family developmental specialists at UNT, along with community partners such as Texas HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) and AmeriCorps Vista.

The Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Clinic at UNT's Speech and Hearing Center and its staff provide comprehensive clinical audiologic diagnostic services to veterans. They also offer a comprehensive regimen of rehabilitative services and devices that will assist veterans in alleviating and coping with their hearing loss and/or damage.

The Office of Disability Accommodation can assist with adaptive strategies and academic accommodations if you qualify for disability accommodations. For more information, visit the office in the University Union, Room 321.

Academic support

Many entering freshmen are undecided or undeclared. Professional academic advisors are available to help you select your major and to help guide you in course selection each year. Each college or school at UNT has advisors on staff to answer your questions and set up your degree plan.