UNT College of Engineering

10/15/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Ramazan Asmatulu Asmatulu as the new chair of the UNT Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of North Texas College of Engineering.

Dr. Asmatulu joins UNT Engineering after 20 years at Wichita State University, bringing extensive experience in research, teaching and academic leadership. His expertise spans nanomaterials, advanced composites, aerospace materials and wearable biosensors.

Throughout his career, he has secured more than $6.5 million in research funding, published more than 200 journal articles and mentored more than 160 master's and doctoral graduates.

“I am excited and honored to join the University of North Texas College of Engineering and contribute to the continued growth and excellence of the Department of Mechanical Engineering. My vision is to advance innovative teaching, interdisciplinary research and industry partnerships while providing students with hands-on learning experiences, research opportunities and the skills needed to succeed in their professional careers. I look forward to collaborating with faculty, students and industry partners to strengthen the department’s academic and research achievements and prepare the next generation of engineers,” said Dr. Asmatulu.

We look forward to the leadership, expertise and vision Dr. Asmatulu will bring as we continue advancing innovation, research and student success within the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Please join us in welcoming him to the Mean Green family!

10/14/2026

Midterm season?? More like winning season! Don’t wait too late to study for midterms… Be ready!!

10/12/2026

Who says networking has to be all business?

Join us for An Evening with the Dean, where good conversations, new connections and a little fun are all part of the experience!

Whether you’re a UNT Engineering alum, industry partner or friend of the college, we invite you to spend the evening reconnecting with the Mean Green community and getting to know Dean Paul Krueger.

Monday, Nov. 9 | 6 to 8 p.m.
Union Bear Brewing Company | Denton, TX

This event is free to attend, but registration is encouraged!

10/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out and made it to the UNT College of Engineering Open House a success!

From exploring engineering programs to connecting with faculty, students, and future Mean Green engineers, it was an exciting night full of learning, innovation, and seeing ideas turn into new possibilities.

Came in curious. Leaving inspired.

It’s just the Mean Green way!

10/08/2026

On Tuesday, we welcomed Tyler DeLaCerda, Director and Program Manager at Greenpoint Technologies, to UNT Engineering for an insightful conversation about his journey from college to industry.

During the session, students had the opportunity to hear firsthand about the lessons, challenges and experiences that helped shape his career, along with valuable advice for navigating their own paths after graduation.

Events like these remind us that preparing the next generation of engineers goes beyond the classroom. Connecting students with industry professionals helps them see the possibilities ahead and gain confidence in their futures.

Thank you to Tyler for sharing his time, experiences and perspective with our UNT Engineering community!

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10/06/2026

We enjoyed spending the day celebrating research, discovery and innovation at UNT Research Day!

It was a great opportunity to see the work happening across the university and connect with researchers who are tackling complex challenges and exploring new possibilities.

We’re especially proud of our UNT Engineering faculty and students who shared their research and represented the College of Engineering.

Thank you to everyone who helped make Research Day a great celebration of the ideas and people driving research forward at UNT.

10/05/2026

What can squid teach us about the future of underwater technology?

UNT College of Engineering Dean Paul Krueger is part of a multi-institutional team studying how squid move and interact in groups and how those behaviors could inspire more efficient autonomous underwater systems.

Led by Old Dominion University, the team includes Krueger, an engineer from Southern Methodist University and biologists from Old Dominion University and Franklin & Marshall College.

By studying everything from the squid’s unique jet propulsion to how they respond to changes in water flow, researchers hope to better understand how groups of underwater systems could work together for applications such as ocean exploration and harbor security.

UNT Engineering students will also have opportunities to contribute to the project through hands-on data analysis and research.

Sometimes engineering inspiration comes from unexpected places.

Read more about the research and what we can learn from squid:

To learn how groups of autonomous underwater vehicles could move more efficiently, researchers are turning to one of the ocean’s more unique denizens: squid.

10/02/2026

Come see what’s happening at UNT Engineering during our Open House on Oct. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Discovery Park.

Explore our labs and programs, meet students and faculty, connect with student organizations and get an inside look at what makes UNT Engineering a place to learn, create and innovate.

10/01/2026

Nearly 20 weddings. Countless mentorship moments. One commitment to seeing students succeed.

For the past 22 years, Orlando Bagcal has built connections with his students that extend well beyond the classroom. At UNT Engineering, he serves as program coordinator for construction management, where he has watched the program grow from 40 students to 400 in just four years.

His dedication to students and the construction industry has now earned him national recognition as the 2026 Outstanding Educator by the Associated General Contractors of America.

“I truly think I’m serving my purpose in life when they succeed,” Bagcal said.

Read more about Bagcal’s impact on his students, UNT and the construction industry:

Orlando Bagcal has been named the 2026 Outstanding Educator by the Associated General Contractors of America due to his dedication to his students, their education and the industry.