University of North Texas
College of Information
The Development Office’s goal is to direct, manage and coordinate those processes that will perpetuate the financial strength of the University, while adhering to the highest standards of ethics and integrity within the mission of the College. The Office is charged with maximizing the financial gift support to the College by seeking private contributions in order to increase the margin of excellence of its educational and research programs and help it achieve its teaching, research and service mission. The involvement and support of our 6,000 alumni and wide group of friends is central to achieving The College’s goals.
The Development Office plays a vital role in helping UNT possess these qualities by raising funds for current and long–term financial needs. It also fulfills this role by being responsive and accountable to its constituencies, and asks that these constituencies do the same.
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Mary, who has joined the College of Information as Development Officer in February 2009, held several prior positions in the UNT Division of Student Development: Director of Student Life, Director of the Center for Student Development at Research Park, and Director of Student Life and Involvement in the Dean of Students Department. She holds two degrees from Texas Woman’s University, a Master of Arts in Sociology for which she was awarded a number of staff scholarships, and a Bachelor of Science in Government.
Mary’s many accomplishments include receiving an American Association for University Women grant to reduce sexual harassment on college campuses; administering and implementing the first Texas LULAC Health Summit, with the support of the Texas Department of Health, University of Texas Health Science Center, along with corporate partners, administering and implementing a state–wide health summit to address healthcare status for Latinos in Texas and providing information from the summit to Texas legislators and constituents.
She is a participant in numerous community and civic organizations such as AIDS Services of North Texas Board of Directors, Denton Chamber of Commerce Ambassador; Denton Chamber Leadership Denton Program Steering Committee, Denton Main Street Association Board of Directors, Denton Young Professionals, Greater Denton Arts Council, and League of United Latin American Citizens Denton Council. She also has been involved in numerous committees and served on boards both at Texas Woman’s University and UNT.
Mary has been a frequent presenter at conferences such as the Texas State Council Conference, Society of Human Resource Management; Association for Volunteer Resource Management; National Association for Campus Activities; and Latinos in the 21st Century. In June 2008, she presented "Serving Your Local Community: Insight into the Higher Education Experience" at the 3rd Annual Best Practices in Building University/City Relations Conference held at Texas A&M University.
Jessie, who has joined the College of Information as a Graduate Assistant in March 2009, has also been involved with the UNT Division of Student Development as a student assistant for the Volunteer Center. She holds a degree from The University of North Texas, a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Studies for which she graduated with honors and is currently pursuing a MBA in Health Service Management. Jessie plans on using her MBA to manage an ambulatory care center.
Jessie’s specific topics of interests include: natural health care, drug and alcohol addiction, service for sight, traumatic brain injury, diabetes in children, victims of sexual assault and relationship violence and interracial adoption.
Jessie’s many accomplishments include receiving an invitation and attending the National Youth Leadership Forum for Medicine; founding the Gamma Nu chapter of Delta Gamma at The University of North Texas; attending the NACA conference two years in a row for campus activities board; advocating and providing in–court assistance for victims of relationship violence and sexual assault; conducting research and leading professional presentations to faculty and staff regarding technology, interacting and orientating new students to the university through creating video presentations and presenting to the entire freshman orientation.
She is a participant in various community and civic organizations such as Denton County Friends of the Family, North Texas Rehabilitation Association, Delta Gamma Foundation and the ARC of Denton.
Rebecca, who has joined the College of Information as a Student Assistant in March 2009, has also been involved with the UNT Division of Student Development as a student assistant in the Dean of Students Office. During the summer of 2008 she held the position of Orientation Leader in the Office of New Student Programs where she helped over 5,000 students become acclimated with UNT and its many opportunities. She is also currently serving as the Student Body Vice President since June 2008. She enjoys working with students and helping them enhance their collegiate experience.
Rebecca is currently working towards a Bachelors of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Political Science. She plans to either pursue a Masters in Higher Education with a focus in Student Affairs or a Masters in Public Administration with a focus in non–profit management.
Rebecca’s specific interests include: non–profit management, fundraising, student affairs management, event planning, women’s studies, and leadership development. She is an advocate and volunteer for those who are visually impaired and active advocate for education at all levels. She is a member of many organizations, including Delta Gamma Fraternity where she was a chartering member of the Gamma Nu Chapter, Student Government Association as a past Senator for the College of Arts and Sciences and Freshmen Intern, and National Association of Collegiate Scholars.
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