University of North Texas G. Brint Ryan College of Business

06/03/2026

What happens after trust is broken — and how can it truly be repaired?

In this faculty spotlight, Dr. Kinshuk Sharma, PhD, recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Junior Faculty Researcher Award, discusses his research surrounding trust repair and the human dynamics behind rebuilding relationships in business and organizational settings.

Dr. Sharma’s work explores how individuals, companies, and leaders recover credibility after trust has been damaged, offering insights that are increasingly relevant in today’s fast-moving and highly connected world. Through innovative research and meaningful real-world application, his scholarship is helping shape conversations around leadership, accountability, and organizational resilience.

What happens after trust is broken — and how can it truly be repaired?In this faculty spotlight, Kinshuk Sharma, recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Junior Fac...

06/03/2026

Interested in a career managing the brands and products consumers use every day?

MKTG 5400: Product and Brand Management offers students an inside look at one of the most influential roles in marketing. From building brand awareness and driving consumer demand to developing growth strategies and managing profitability, students will gain practical insights into what it takes to succeed as a Brand or Product Manager.

The course is taught by Dr. Audhesh Paswan, whose industry experience includes roles as both a Brand Manager in the FMCG industry and an Account Manager and Planner at advertising agencies. Through a hands-on, experiential learning approach, students will explore the strategies, decision-making, and leadership skills that drive successful brands.

If you're looking to build a career in marketing, brand strategy, consumer products, advertising, or business development, this course is designed for you. Register now: https://registration.unt.edu/

06/02/2026

A generous investment in the future of energy education.

During the North American Petroleum Accounting Conference (NAPAC), the University of North Texas Center for Energy Accounting and Sustainability (CEAS) proudly accepted a $25,000 gift from COPAS of Dallas and the University of North Texas Division of Strategic Educational Alliances.

This support will help expand student scholarships, strengthen energy and Oil & Gas-focused coursework, and create more opportunities for meaningful industry engagement. Partnerships like these ensure that students are prepared to lead in the evolving energy sector while gaining the business, accounting, taxation, governance, and strategic knowledge needed to make an impact.

Thank you to COPAS of Dallas, the Division of Strategic Educational Alliances, and the many industry professionals who continue to invest in the next generation of energy and accounting leaders.

📸 Pictured: Dr. Michelle Singh, Dr. Govind Iyer, Joe Lavis (Whitley Penn), and Jeff Howard (Whitley Penn).

06/02/2026

What does it really mean to practice professional skepticism in auditing?

In our latest conversation, Dr. Jesse Robertson from the UNT Department of Accounting shares insights on why a questioning mindset is essential to audit quality, ethical decision-making and navigating today’s increasingly complex financial landscape.

From real-world examples to practical takeaways, this episode offers valuable perspective for students, aspiring auditors and seasoned professionals alike.

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6BR0TCUHH4QuMz1L7riFWh?si=RK3Xz0yBQkuUsvgEMh6_gA

06/01/2026

Behind every scholarship is a story of generosity, opportunity and gratitude.

In this special moment, Ascend Scholarship recipient Kate Martin and donors Frank and Janet Bracken share the impact of higher education support by reading thank-you letters to one another — highlighting the meaningful connection between philanthropy and student success.

Their story is a powerful reminder that advancement is more than giving; it is investing in futures, creating opportunities and building lasting relationships that change lives.

https://youtu.be/dvGREYwl_c4

Ascend Scholarship Winner, Kate Martin, and Donors, Frank and Janet Bracken demonstrate the power of advancement in Higher Education.

05/28/2026

The Star Performer Award Program recognizes benefits-eligible staff and faculty administrators who have made exceptional contributions to the University’s values and mission.

This year, we celebrated more recipients than ever before — a true reflection of the incredible people who help move our college and UNT forward every day.

Thank you for your dedication, leadership and impact on our students, faculty, staff and community. We are grateful for all that you do!

2026 Star Performer Award Recipients:
• Kendall Carlson, IOM
• Christine Ellis*
• Josette Francis
• Jeff Garmon*
• Ruben Garcia
• Kerin K. Groves*
• Brooke Huckabee*
• Kathy Nichols
• Arunachalam Narayanan*
• Adrianna Owens*
• Isaac Romero
• Leanne Schulz
• Mayra Stone, M.S.
• John Smith*
• Paige Tamboury*
• Claudia King Taylor*
• Nichole T.
• Shannon Messenger Venenga
• Megan McAdams

*Not pictured

05/26/2026

Supply chain management student, Terrod Shelton, has never been one to wait for opportunities to come to him. Instead, he built his own by asking questions, starting conversations and stepping into rooms where others might hesitate.

As a student at the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, his path was not mapped out in advance. Rather, it took shape through curiosity and a willingness to speak up.

Read more about Terrod's journey in our stories!

05/19/2026

Thirty years is more than a milestone. It is a legacy built one day, one challenge, and one act of dedication at a time.

Today, we proudly celebrate Konni Stubblefield for 30 years of service to the University of North Texas.

Over three decades, Konni has been part of countless moments that shaped the UNT community — offering consistency through change, resilience through challenges, and unwavering commitment to the people and purpose of this university. A career like this is not measured only in years, but in the impact left on colleagues, students, and the generations who have walked through UNT during that time.

Thirty years of hard work.
Thirty years of dedication.
Thirty years of showing up with excellence, care, and professionalism.

Thank you, Konnie, for the remarkable example you continue to set and for the lasting contributions you have made to UNT. Your work has helped strengthen the foundation of this institution, and we are honored to celebrate this incredible achievement with you.

Please join us in celebrating Konni!

05/18/2026

05/18/2026

Attention real estate professionals and students: the DFW market is moving fast. Are you keeping up?

REGISTRATION CLOSES TONIGHT AT MIDNIGHT.

North Texas real estate professionals and students — this is your last chance to register for UNT’s exclusive Real Estate Panel at the Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa.

Join leading DFW real estate developers on Thursday, May 21, from 4–6 p.m. for a candid conversation on the future of the Dallas–Fort Worth market, emerging opportunities, and where the industry is headed next.

More than 200 attendees have already registered. Don’t miss the opportunity to be in the room with the professionals shaping one of the nation’s fastest-moving markets.

Free to attend. Drinks and light hors d'oeuvres provided.
Register before midnight.

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