UNT alumna Kelli Karlow (’89) and her husband, Marvin, have established the Karlow-Robinson Family Endowment with a $150,000 gift, supporting UNT’s Persevere UNTil Success Happens (PUSH) program. Supporting the PUSH program underscores their deep belief in the power and importance of higher education and their desire to give both generously and directly.

At UNT's G. Brint Ryan College of Business, the Wilson Jones Career Center is opening this fall to provide even more access and support for students in one of the largest business schools in the nation. Funded by a $5 million donation by former Oshkosh CEO and Denton native Wilson Jones ('85) and his wife, Jane Jones, the center will focus on internship opportunities that give students the experience and networking opportunities they need to land their first job. "Jane and I were both first-generation students and realize the importance of being prepared to start the career journey. We're proud to support a robust career center and know it will make a difference for UNT students," Wilson Jones says.

In only its second year, the Diamond Eagles society generated $90,000 of funding to put towards multiple student service initiatives. These included the UNT Food Pantry, Gowns for Grads, and the UNT Suit Up Closet, the last of which provides students with professional attire for job interviews, internships, and other professional development opportunities.