Presentation of the Rings
UNT Alumni Association, Board Members, Students, Alumni and Families
Opening Remarks
Joshua Jones
Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement
Welcome
Brandon Buzbee
Vice President for University Advancement
Symbolism of the Ring
Ernest Martinez (’11)
Chair of the UNT Alumni Association Board of Directors
Class Ring Award – Presented by the Student Alumni Association
Gemma Bryant (’25)
Urban Policy and Planning, Emergency Administration and Planning Double Major
Ring Placement & Eagle Ring Dive Instructions
Chad Flenar (’22)
Director of Alumni Engagement
Reception
Share Your Pride
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The Storied Symbolism Behind Your UNT Ring
Detail 1 – On the traditional class ring, the name "University of North Texas" appears prominently.
Detail 2 – The soaring eagle has been our official mascot since 1922. Its talons, to which we pay tribute through our eagle claw hand sign, represent our pride and unity.
Detail 3 – The university seal was adopted in 1890, the year of our university's founding. The seal features:
- An eternal flame as a reminder of academic achievement and excellence.
- The Lone Star, representing the great state of Texas.
- Olive and live oak branches, signifying peace and strength.
Detail 4 – The McConnell Memorial Tower is represented by two clock faces on the tower:
- One hand at one o'clock, signifying the internationally recognized One O'Clock Lab Band.
- The other hand at seven o'clock, recalling the evening curfew for students at Texas Normal College and Teacher Training Institute in 1892.