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Belonging, Achievement, and Retention

2026-06-21T19:09:07-05:00

Presentation exploring the assessment of student needs in the UNT Honors College. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Advancing accessibility, faculty and staff support, and Title II ADA readiness

2026-06-21T19:09:07-05:00

Presentation explains how removing and redesigning architectural access barriers enhance academic performance, improve engagement and strengthen outcomes across learning environment. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Aligning Curriculum and Career Pathways: Insights from the Curriculum Connector and English Department Pilot

2026-06-21T19:09:04-05:00

Presentation outlines an assessment of students’ experiences in a major, focusing on career preparation, skill development, and sense of belonging. It also analyzes alumni outcomes to identify career pathways. Findings highlight strong student passion and transferable skills, but also challenges such as limited awareness of career options, rigid degree plans, and fewer community opportunities. Overall, the insights are used to improve curriculum, advising, and student engagement. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Roads to Student Success Insights from LEEF's first year

2026-06-21T19:09:03-05:00

Presentation provides the first year of "Learning Ecosystem for Empowering Futures" project activities and insights giving a vison of further steps. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Encouraging Graduate Student Connection and Participation using the Glenn and Ellis Mentoring System (GEMS)

2026-06-21T19:09:01-05:00

Presentation explores the intentional design of the Behavior Analysis program at UNT and its foundation in Continuous Learning Communities (CLCs), emphasizing structured training, collaboration, and the integration of science-based principles. It highlights how learning occurs across multiple contexts, formal, informal, and experiential, supported by reflective practice and community engagement to foster continuous individual and disciplinary development. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

From Anxiety to Agency: Growing Faculty Confidence and teaching Skills around AI for Student Success

2026-06-21T19:09:01-05:00

Presentation . It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Collaborate and Connect: Active Learning by Design

2026-06-21T19:08:52-05:00

Presentation examines the role of social connections in enhancing health, cognitive functioning, and student well-being. It highlights how intentional community-building practices and meaningful interactions improve engagement, confidence, academic success, and overall quality of life. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Assessing Student Needs at UNT: Best Practices, Challenges, and Insights from a Library Survey

2026-06-21T19:08:47-05:00

Presentation explores the assessment of student needs at the University of North Texas through insights gathered from a library survey. It highlights effective practices, identifies key challenges, and provides data-driven recommendations to enhance student support services, engagement, and resource accessibility.

Sociology Academic Program Review

2026-06-21T19:08:46-05:00

This report summarizes an evaluation of the UNT Libraries' program-related resources and materials for the Sociology program to determine if the collection is adequately serving patron needs. It was generated as part of the UNT Libraries’ contributions to the university’s Academic Program Reviews, which are conducted by the Accreditation office in the Division of Planning. The UNT Libraries’ Collection Assessment Department evaluated collections’ ability to meet the curricular and research needs of the academic programs being reviewed. They assessed current needs based on course descriptions and research outputs, defined the scope of information needed based on this needs assessment, and evaluated the Libraries’ holdings in these subject areas against the usage, qualitative listings, and requests for materials from other libraries. Specific recommendations for collection development are provided based on the results of these analyses.

Public Administration and Management Academic Program Review

2026-06-21T19:08:45-05:00

This report summarizes an evaluation of the UNT Libraries' program-related resources and materials for the Public Administration and Management program to determine if the collection is adequately serving patron needs. It was generated as part of the UNT Libraries’ contributions to the university’s Academic Program Reviews, which are conducted by the Accreditation office in the Division of Planning. The UNT Libraries’ Collection Assessment Department evaluated collections’ ability to meet the curricular and research needs of the academic programs being reviewed. They assessed current needs based on course descriptions and research outputs, defined the scope of information needed based on this needs assessment, and evaluated the Libraries’ holdings in these subject areas against the usage, qualitative listings, and requests for materials from other libraries. Specific recommendations for collection development are provided based on the results of these analyses.

Psychology Academic Program Review

2026-06-21T19:08:44-05:00

This report summarizes an evaluation of the UNT Libraries' program-related resources and materials for the Psychology program to determine if the collection is adequately serving patron needs. It was generated as part of the UNT Libraries’ contributions to the university’s Academic Program Reviews, which are conducted by the Accreditation office in the Division of Planning. The UNT Libraries’ Collection Assessment Department evaluated collections’ ability to meet the curricular and research needs of the academic programs being reviewed. They assessed current needs based on course descriptions and research outputs, defined the scope of information needed based on this needs assessment, and evaluated the Libraries’ holdings in these subject areas against the usage, qualitative listings, and requests for materials from other libraries. Specific recommendations for collection development are provided based on the results of these analyses.

History Academic Program Review

2026-06-21T19:08:35-05:00

This report summarizes an evaluation of the UNT Libraries' program-related resources and materials for the History Program to determine if the collection is adequately serving patron needs. It was generated as part of the UNT Libraries’ contributions to the university’s Academic Program Reviews, which are conducted by the Accreditation office in the Division of Planning. The UNT Libraries’ Collection Assessment Department evaluated collections’ ability to meet the curricular and research needs of the academic programs being reviewed. They assessed current needs based on course descriptions and research outputs, defined the scope of information needed based on this needs assessment, and evaluated the Libraries’ holdings in these subject areas against the usage, qualitative listings, and requests for materials from other libraries. Specific recommendations for collection development are provided based on the results of these analyses.

Practical Approaches for Training Student Library Employees in Metadata Creation

2026-06-21T19:08:33-05:00

Presentation examines how the University of North Texas Digital Libraries successfully use student employees to support metadata creation, quality control, and digital collections management. It highlights best practices in hiring, training, supervision, and workflow design, while also addressing challenges related to skill development, retention, and maintaining metadata quality at scale.

Emergency Management and Planning Program Review

2026-06-21T19:08:28-05:00

This report summarizes an evaluation of the UNT Libraries' program-related resources and materials for the Emergency Management and Planning program to determine if the collection is adequately serving patron needs. It was generated as part of the UNT Libraries’ contributions to the university’s Academic Program Reviews, which are conducted by the Accreditation office in the Division of Planning. The UNT Libraries’ Collection Assessment Department evaluated collections’ ability to meet the curricular and research needs of the academic programs being reviewed. They assessed current needs based on course descriptions and research outputs, defined the scope of information needed based on this needs assessment, and evaluated the Libraries’ holdings in these subject areas against the usage, qualitative listings, and requests for materials from other libraries. Specific recommendations for collection development are provided based on the results of these analyses.

Behavior Analysis Academic Program Review

2026-06-21T19:08:26-05:00

This report summarizes an evaluation of the UNT Libraries' program-related resources and materials for the Behavior Analysis program to determine if the collection is adequately serving patron needs. It was generated as part of the UNT Libraries’ contributions to the university’s Academic Program Reviews, which are conducted by the Accreditation office in the Division of Planning. The UNT Libraries’ Collection Assessment Department evaluated collections’ ability to meet the curricular and research needs of the academic programs being reviewed. They assessed current needs based on course descriptions and research outputs, defined the scope of information needed based on this needs assessment, and evaluated the Libraries’ holdings in these subject areas against the usage, qualitative listings, and requests for materials from other libraries. Specific recommendations for collection development are provided based on the results of these analyses.

Captured Lakes and Landscapes: A Collaborative Effort to Digitize Two Film Collections

2026-06-21T19:08:10-05:00

Presentation highlights a grant-supported project to preserve and provide access to two unique archival film collections held by UNT Special Collections. It explores the collaborative digitization process (including preservation, metadata creation, and partnerships with the Digital Projects Lab) and demonstrates how these efforts help make historically significant recordings of North Texas lakes and landscapes more accessible to researchers and the public.

From Gap to Growth: How UNT Libraries Developed an Accessibility Training Program

2026-06-21T19:08:10-05:00

Presentation explores how UNT Libraries identified a gap in employee accessibility training and developed the Accessibility LibGuides Academy to address it. Attendees will learn how the library transformed accessibility efforts from inconsistent, reactive practices into a sustainable, organization-wide program by implementing a scalable, practice-based learning model that combines self-paced modules, hands-on application, and outcomes-focused assessment to build accessibility skills, confidence, and long-term organizational change.

Bridging the Feedback Gap:Institutional Repository Training for Non-Institutional Repository Staff

2026-06-21T19:08:09-05:00

Presentation describes the development of an institutional repository training program designed to help non-repository library staff better understand repository services, policies, and workflows at the University of North Texas. By addressing knowledge gaps through a structured curriculum covering repository foundations, open access, self-archiving, and digital curation, the initiative aims to improve collaboration, service awareness, and support for scholarly communication across the library.

Lab Band Digital Debut: Digitizing UNT's Jazz Sheet Music Library

2026-06-21T19:08:09-05:00

Presentation highlights the digitization of UNT’s Jazz Studies Chart Library, a project designed to preserve, organize, and improve access to a unique collection of jazz sheet music. It examines the collaborative workflow involving inventory, digitization, quality control, metadata creation, and access management, while addressing the challenges of converting performance-oriented physical materials into a sustainable digital collection.

LibTeach Academy: An Online Professional Development Initiative for Librarians

2026-06-21T19:08:09-05:00

Presentation describes the development of LibTeach Academy, an online professional development initiative created by UNT Libraries to address instructional challenges and support librarians with teaching responsibilities. Through needs assessments, strategic planning, and evidence-based instructional practices, the program provides a structured learning pathway that enhances instructional design skills, reflective teaching, learner engagement, accessibility, and assessment practices.

Developing an Ontology To Explore Instructional Designer Competencies

2026-06-21T19:08:09-05:00

Presentation describes the development and validation of a formal ontology designed to define and organize the competencies required of instructional designers in higher education. By synthesizing academic literature, professional standards, and expert feedback, the study provides a transparent and reusable framework for understanding the knowledge, skills, and professional attributes that support effective instructional design practice.

Partnering for Project-Based Learning: How UNT Libraries Support Faculty and Student Success [Poster]

2026-06-21T19:08:09-05:00

Poster highlights how UNT Libraries support faculty in designing, implementing, and sustaining project-based learning (PBL) experiences in their courses helping students develop inquiry, evaluation, and evidence-based decision-making skills. It highlights the role of librarian-faculty collaboration in designing authentic learning experiences that connect academic research with real-world workforce competencies and student success.

DFWI and Student Success at UNT: Classroom Design, Syllabus Features, and Accessibility Levers that Improve Retention

2026-05-21T15:35:18-05:00

Presentation examines Ds, failures, withdrawals, and incompletes (DFWI) through scheduling, classroom design and course accessibility and highlights possible ways to bring these down, as high rates of DFWI remain a persistent concern in higher education. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Identifying the Advising Needs of early College Students via Exit Interviews

2026-05-21T15:35:17-05:00

Poster highlights how exit interviews help identify advising needs for early college students, summarizing methods, key findings, and recommendations for improving student support at the Texas Academy of Mathematics & Science, University of North Texas. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Looking North Toward Confidence: Findings from the Personal Report of Communication Apprehension in Project-Based Learning Contexts

2026-05-21T15:35:01-05:00

Poster presents research on how project-based learning (PBL) can reduce communication apprehension among college students. Using the Personal Report of Communication Apprehension (PRCA), the study measured students’ anxiety levels in communication settings such as group discussions, meetings, interpersonal conversations, and public speaking before and after completing project-based communication courses. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Engaging Ethical AI Integration: Best Practices for Instructor Development and Student Success

2026-05-21T15:34:56-05:00

Presentation discussing ethical approaches to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into faculty development and student learning. The presentation includes project goals, current and future activities, and ethical implications of AI use. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

UNT Libraries Strategic Framework for Addressing AI’s Impact on Academic Libraries FY25-FY27

2026-05-21T15:34:51-05:00

This document is a framework from the UNT Libraries Artificial Intelligence (AI) Steering Committee that provides a vision for building AI competencies for UNT Library employees. The document includes corresponding strategic focus areas and actionable items for fiscal years 2025–2027. This framework is a living document that empowers UNT Libraries employees to gain experience and expertise in AI implementation.

Transitioning From a Staff Role To a Llibrarian Role in an Academic Library

2026-05-21T15:34:46-05:00

Presentation explores career development through mentorship, institutional support, and diverse library experience, highlighting leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, and growth beyond comfort zones.

Student Library Ambassador Boards 2025-2026: October Meeting

2026-05-21T15:34:37-05:00

Presentation for the Student Library Ambassador Boards (SLAB) for the 2025-2026 cycle. It introduces the SLAB program, provides an overview of the UNT Libraries and their resources for students, and explains how the program will be organized.

Summarizing Serials: How and When to Use Alma’s Automation Tasks for Summary Holdings Statements

2026-05-21T15:34:37-05:00

Presentation discusses a project undergone from 2024 through 2025 at Texas Christian University to standardize and use automation in the creation of holding summary statements for print periodicals using Ex Libris's LMS product Alma. It covers how to implement normalization tasks for automation, how to set up holdings and item records to be recognized and summarized, and tips learned throughout the project for troubleshooting. This presentation was given at the Ex Libris Users of North America (ELUNA) 2026 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, California.

Library Promotional Campaigns: A Usage Before-and-After Analysis

2026-05-21T15:34:31-05:00

Poster exploring how the UNT Libraries measures the effectiveness of their promotional campaigns. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Students' Influence on the Library

2026-05-21T15:34:31-05:00

Poster highlighting the ways student feedback is used to improve services at the UNT Libraries. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.

Comidas de Mexico: Newspaper Archives as Primary Source for Reconstructing Heritage Cuisine

2026-04-18T05:54:45-05:00

Presentation describes navigating the Portal to Texas History and search parameters for recipes published in old newspapers. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Writings on the Wall: Defining Guidelines for the Dallas Museum of Art Exhibition Records

2026-04-18T05:54:42-05:00

Presentation highlights some aspects of metadata when processing and working on Dallas Museum of Art exhibition records. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

With the Power of Spreadsheets

2026-04-18T05:54:38-05:00

Presentation describes applying the EPIC model to iteratively improve metadata quality for the Harris and Eliza Kempner collection n the Portal to Texas History, highlighting how small mistakes in metadata can impact research discovery. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Metadata Quality Assurance for ETDs Collections

2026-04-18T05:54:35-05:00

Presentation covers practical aspects of assuring quality of Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETDs) collections metadata, including reviewing, quality control, and correcting inconsistencies. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

The 2026 Student Symposium: Welcome in!

2026-04-18T05:54:31-05:00

Presentation welcoming attendees to the 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Examing User Submitted Place Points to the Portal to Texas History

2026-04-18T05:54:29-05:00

Presentation walk through of geographic place point metadata submitted to records in The Portal to Texas History by users. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Need a Material? We Can Handle It!

2026-04-18T05:54:23-05:00

Poster demonstrates all activities provided by student assistants in collection development and gives the most recent stats on the results. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Collection Evaluation for Enhancements for Philosophy & Religion Studies

2026-04-18T05:54:20-05:00

This presentation evaluates the resources supporting the Philosophy & Religion Studies programs for the purposes of enhancing the collection.

Collection Evaluation for Enhancements for Interior Design

2026-04-18T05:54:18-05:00

This presentation evaluates the resources supporting the Interior Design programs for the purposes of enhancing the collection.

Reading Between Bodies: Visual Media Literacy and Gender in Early Twentieth Century Newspaper Advertising

2026-04-18T05:54:03-05:00

Presentation exploring visual media literacy and gender in newspaper advertising, and it shares some learning exercises that utilize digital newspaper collections to develop visual literacy skills. It was presented at the 2024 International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) International News Media Conference hosted May 29-31, 2024.

What a News-ance! Developing Training Methods for Issue-Level, Newspaper Metadata

2026-04-18T05:54:03-05:00

Presentation overview of metadata training methods for newspapers hosted by The Portal to Texas History. It focuses on training for student employees, and it includes the development of training methods and tools, implementation, assessment, and future plans for improvement. It was presented at the 2025 Texas Conference on Digital Libraries which was hosted May 20-22, 2025 in Austin, Texas.

(Almost) Forgotten: A 1959-1963 Retrospective of KXAS

2026-04-18T05:54:03-05:00

Poster describes the historical retrospective and activities of KXAS (currently known as NBC-5), the oldest news station in Texas that is still running. KXAS's archive represents a significant part of the Portal to Texas History portal and is growing. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Go Local!

2026-04-18T05:54:03-05:00

Poster covers important aspects of zine libraries activities, philosophy, and code of action. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Tape Digitization Services

2026-04-18T05:54:03-05:00

Presentation outlines the tape digitization services station available in the UNT Media Library, so VHS tapes and other tape-based formats can be transferred directly to DVD. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Discovery Park Library: Student Assistants Edition

2026-04-18T05:54:03-05:00

Poster frames main services available and some aspects of student assistance in Discovery Park Library. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Small Tasks, Big Impact: Library Admin Student Assistant

2026-04-18T05:54:03-05:00

Poster summarizes library admin student assistant's main activities and services provided. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

Library Promotional Campaigns: Usage Before and After

2026-04-18T05:54:03-05:00

Poster summarizes promotional campaigns in UNT Libraries run in 2025 and presents Dashboard for reflecting new campaign dates. It also gives practical use points and findings. It was presented at the UNT Libraries' 2026 Student Snapshots Symposium held in Denton, Texas.

The Value of Data Literacy: Insights from Community College Students

2026-04-01T10:38:35-05:00

This presentation was delivered as part of the Library Trends webinar, Data Literacy: Navigating the Shift from Hype to Reality, held on March 25, 2026. In this presentation, Jeonghyun (Annie) Kim and Brady Lund discussed their article, The Value of Data Literacy: Insights from Community College Students, published in Library Trends, Volume 74, Number 3.