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Student-Parent and Family Resources

Resources for Student-Parents and Families available at UNT Libraries including: Family-friendly spaces, Kids Activity Kits, Grab & Go's, Family Study Hours, and other library and campus resources.

Off-Campus Student Services

Off-Campus Student Services

Off-Campus Student Services is the department that represents and advocates for student -parents. Check out information for finding childcare, finances, and parenting tips: Off-Campus Student Services.

For more assistance, contact: OCSS@unt.edu or (940) 565-3807.

Diamond Eagle Student Resource Center

What is The Diamond Eagle Student Resource Center

The Diamond Eagle Student Resource Center (DESRC) is a hub for students to receive support for professional and academic success through a variety of resources. The DESRC helps students with access to food resources, professional development, and engagement with sustainability initiatives on campus!

Fall 2024 Food Pantry Hours

Monday: 10am-5pm

Tuesday: 10am-5pm

Wednesday: 10am-5pm

Thursday: CLOSED

Friday: 10am-5pm

Saturday: 10am-3pm

Sunday: CLOSED

The Food Pantry will be closed on September 6th, October 4th, November 1st, and December 6th for the Monthly Mobile Food Pantry in Lot 20 from 11-1PM.

Students are allowed one visit per week at the Food Pantry. Hours may vary. Email DESresources@unt.edu or visit UNT Food Pantry for more information. 

The Diamond Eagle Clothing Closet is a resource for students who need new clothing but may not have the financial resources to provide for themselves.

The Closet also has an option for students to rent out professional clothing attire for job fairs, interviews, or other professional development opportunities. The UNT Suit Up Program makes professional suits and business attire available for current students to rent for up to one week at no cost to the student for job interviews and other professional events such as job fairs, presentations, and headshots. 

The Closet is available by appointment only. To book an appointment, visit: The Closet. For more information, visit: UNT Clothing Closet. 

Mean Green Gowns for Grads offers FREE graduation cap and gown rentals for students who need it. The goal of Gowns for Grads is to ease some of the financial hardships associated with graduation expenses, ensuring that all eligible students can participate in this significant academic celebration. Available for undergrad, master's, and doctoral students. 

For more information, visit Mean Green Gowns for Grads. 

Family-Friendly

Check out this campus guide that provides student-parents family-friendly dining options, entertainment, library resources, lactation rooms, and restrooms! 

Family-Friendly UNT Campus Guide

For any questions or comments regarding this guide, please contact Off Campus Student Services at (940) 565-3807 or OCSS@unt.edu

Lactation Rooms

Art Building, 185                                                                     Business Leadership Building, 388A 

Discovery Park, B145A                                                          Facilities Office Building, 125 

Gateway Center, C058A                                                        General Academic Building, 542A 

Kristin Farmer Autism Center, 122                                      Life Science Complex, A254 

Sage Hall, 273                                                                          Support and Services Building, 112

Union, 431                                                                               University Services Building, 192A                                       

University Union

  • Enjoy Scrappy's Ice Cream for $1.35, located at the Verde Everyday Express (Level 2 of the Union).
  • Enjoy some sun and beautiful views at the Rooftop Garden and Patio (Level 4 of the Union).

Environmental Education, Science & Technology Building

  • Sky Theater: $5 Children's Matinee, 12pm - 1pm every Saturday. 
  • Doc Silvey Pond at the Environmental Education, Science & Technology Building.
  • Native Texas Animals statues at at the Environmental Education, Science & Technology Building.
  • UNT's Art Tour with over 25 outdoor art displays. 

Child Care Resources

Complete Care pairs UrbanSitter's child care, pet care, senior care, and household services with Kinside's daycares and preschools to bring you the very best coverage for all your needs. Find the care that fits your budget, schedule, location, and preferences.

This program is FREE to UNT students, faculty, and staff. Visit Your Complete Care Benefits at a Glance for an introduction on Complete Care, UrbanSitter, and Kinside.

Sign-Up for Complete Care

The University of North Texas Center for Young Children is an early childhood program within the College of Education.

In addition to offering care and education for young children, it also serves as a research center and training site for students in various College of Education programs. This work is done under the supervision of College of Education faculty and certified teachers and specialists, and follows strict guidelines and procedures that protect children's rights, privacy and confidentiality. The center also offers a bilingual program for children from Spanish-speaking families.

For more information, visit UNT Center for Young Children. 

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