2026 State of the University

During his annual State of the University address, UNT President Harrison Keller updated the campus community and guests on how the Look North: UNT 2030 strategic plan is shaping a bold vision for our university to create enduring value for our students and communities.
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In addition to outlining the progress on the core priorities — Develop, Discover, and Drive, President Keller announced the Better Look North student success fundraising campaign surpassed its $100 million goal. He also announced the launch of the UNT Advantage, a university-wide commitment to connect a UNT education with a meaningful career. The initiative brings together courses and programs, industry-recognized credentials, artificial intelligence training, internships, career coaching and employer connections into one coordinated experience for UNT students and alumni.

Look North: UNT 2030

Developed under the leadership of President Keller, Look North: UNT 2030 is UNT’s five-year strategic plan, which outlines  a bold vision for UNT’s future. UNT is making real progress to develop the potential of our students and community members to meet the needs of the changing economy, to discover new insights and innovations that bridge disciplines and advance Texas’ competitiveness, and to drive innovation, partnerships, and economic growth to build a better tomorrow.

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