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Bloomington, Ind. - No. 19 Indiana tips off its 2002-03 home schedule against 1-1 North Texas on Dec. 1 at Assembly Hall. The game will be televised locally by ESPN Plus (WTTV-Channel 4). Here are some of the key notes heading into the UNT game. Coach Mike Davis' next victory marks the 50th of his head coaching career * Bracey Wright is the first freshman since North Carolina's Joseph Forte (1998) to earn Maui Invitational MVP honors. He is also the first IU freshman since Calbert Cheaney (1989-90) to score double figures in each of his first three collegiate games. Finally, he has made his last 11 consecutive free throws. * Entering this season, Jeff Newton had attempted three three-pointers in his career. Through the first three games of 2002-03, he is already 4-5 from beyond the arc, following the trend set by former Hoosier All-Americans Kirk Haston and Jared Jeffries. Haston and Jeffries each hit nearly 40 percent from three-point range in their final seasons in Bloomington. * Senior guard Tom Coverdale, a candidate for The Wooden and Senior CLASS Awards, is on pace to become the fifth player in school history with 1,000 career points and 400 career assists. He would join A.J. Guyton, Damon Bailey, Randy Wittman and Quinn Buckner. He has a positive assist-to-turnover ratio in nine of his last 12 career games, and the Hoosiers are 15-2 when he has at least seven assists.

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/colleges/...oops.643d8.html North Texas visits 19th-ranked Indiana 12/01/2002 BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – North Texas' season-opening road tour really gets rough Sunday. The Mean Green, which doesn't play in Denton until Dec. 10, has the unenviable task of facing No. 19 Indiana (3-0) in the Hoosiers' home opener. It would be easy for UNT to be intimidated by Indiana's storied tradition. The Hoosiers have made 31 appearances in the NCAA Tournament – 17 in a row – and have won five national championships. They almost made it six last year, falling in the championship game to Maryland. An 88-75 loss Friday at SMU exposed a disturbing deficiency in the rebounding department for undersized UNT (1-1). The Mean Green is also still waiting for star swingman Chris Davis to return to his scoring form. Indiana claimed the championship of the Maui Invitational earlier this week. Freshman shooting guard Bracey Wright of The Colony was named the tournament's MVP after averaging a team-high 15.7 points per game, including 21 against Virginia in the title game.

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Old timer have you been able to decipher what the schedule may look like and when the first game will be played. Where will our home games be played?

What is that white cone looking thing on top of the main building on the corner? Just decoration or a design deal?

Really going to be an awesome building!

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Great report Buford as usual. Question for you, of the freshman signees - excluding Degrate - which one appears poised to make the biggest contribution. I was very impressed with Ron Harris at the scrimmage and think that he may provide the most immediate help at this time. On the other hand Ty Thomas appeared pretty raw although it was just one practice.

Link to Law.com Article UNT Interested in Buying Texas Wesleyan Law School Pamela Manson Texas Lawyer 10-30-2002 Another suitor is showing interest in Texas Wesleyan University School of Law. The chancellor of the University of North Texas in Denton says UNT officials are discussing buying the Fort Worth law school and have begun appraising its physical assets, including the building, land, computers and library materials. Although discussions about the purchase began recently, UNT's desire to develop a public law school goes back more than 20 years, Chancellor Lee Jackson says. "The opportunity to acquire an existing accredited law school in an area without a public law school offers some advantages to the region and to UNT," Jackson says. UNT is the second university this year to consider buying Texas Wesleyan's law school. Wesleyan administrators have discussed selling the school for almost two years, but the board of trustees turned down an offer this year from Texas Christian University as too low. Wesleyan and TCU administrators decline to reveal the amount of the offer, but two sources who request anonymity peg the amount at about $30 million. Lisa Fellers, Wesleyan's director of communications, says that discussions with UNT are in the early stage. "When you have a great thing, people are always interested," she says. "It's a prestigious school." Jackson says it's too soon to put a price tag on the deal, but UNT plans to raise private money if it does buy the law school. In addition, the university would not ask the Legislature for operating expenses, he says. "This is not the environment to be asking the state of Texas for additional dollars," the chancellor says. "It [the law school] would need to continue to be self-supporting." The school would remain in Fort Worth if it becomes part of UNT, he adds. The state, including the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, would have to approve the deal. The law school was established in 1989 as DFW Law School and became part of Texas Wesleyan in 1992. The American Bar Association granted it full approval in 1999. Approximately 600 students, some of them part time, attend the school. The law school's relationship with Wesleyan, which has been grappling with budget woes recently, has been rocky at times. The university's use last year of almost $1 million of profits generated by the law school for other Wesleyan programs irked law Dean Richard Gershon, who on Aug. 16 announced that he would step down as dean in May 2003 and return to full-time teaching. Gershon said any surplus should help the law students who generated it and his decision to resign as dean was based on funding disagreements with university officials. This academic year, Wesleyan officials will refrain from dipping too deeply into its law school's coffers. Under an agreement approved Oct. 8 by Texas Wesleyan's board of trustees, the university will take only 20 percent of what the law school generates above its $10.9 million budget. That works out to about $150,000 on an estimated profit of approximately $750,000. The rest would be used for the law school. Gershon credits students, faculty, staff and alumni for helping bring about the agreement. They voiced their concern over money being diverted from the law school and university officials responded positively, he says. He adds that the board has set up a liaison committee to work with law school representatives. "It's a very positive step," Gershon says. "It allows the law school to keep all of its budget. We couldn't have asked for anything more."

UNT Frats in Trouble

Last modified: 02:00 AM CST on Friday, November 01, 2002 It's last call at UNT fraternities Officials cite 'culture' of drinking for ban; students wanted input 11/01/2002 By JOSHUA BENTON / The Dallas Morning News Animal House at the University of North Texas just got tamed. Officials have banned alcohol from all common areas of the university's seven fraternity houses because of a rise in underage drinking. In addition, UNT announced Thursday that it was suspending the local chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha for the rest of the school year because of a hazing incident involving underage drinking. "We just finally realized that a culture was formulating that was not a healthy environment for our students," said Bonita Jacobs, UNT's vice president for student development. "We very much needed to get their attention." Consider them attentive. People are upset," said Nick Carter, vice president of UNT's Interfraternity Council. "I don't think underage drinking is any worse in the houses than in the college as a whole." The policy says that fraternity members older than 21 may drink alcohol in their rooms. But drinking in the halls, dens or any other common area is banned. Dr. Jacobs said that the ban is temporary and that if fraternities show a commitment to improved behavior, drinking might be allowed back within a year. The university was pressed into action by a marked increase in the number of underage drinking incidents. So far this semester, six of the 10 fraternities have faced university charges for violations of alcohol policy. In previous years, typically only one or two fraternities would be facing such charges at this point, Dr. Jacobs said. "We've been keeping an eye on it all semester, and it was getting worse," she said. She said the campus' Greek groups had made significant progress in recent years toward a more controlled atmosphere, but that "something changed in the culture this year." One of the six fraternities accused this semester is Lambda Chi Alpha. The university said the group violated a number of school policies, including those on hazing, public intoxication and intimidation, and unspecified state laws. It's the third fraternity suspended by UNT since April 2000. Lambda Chi Alpha members could not be reached Thursday. A phone number listed for the chapter has been disconnected. During the last decade, a number of hazing- and alcohol-related incidents on campuses nationwide have led to a backlash against the excesses of Greek life. Some universities have banned fraternities and sororities; others have insisted that their houses be completely dry. "Everyone is concerned about the risk management that goes on in the houses," said Stephen Hirst, Texas Tech University's fraternity adviser. Dry by choice Fraternities often have been willing to go along with stricter rules. Several national fraternities demand that their chapter houses be alcohol-free, and several of the UNT houses are dry by choice. "We want other people to take pride in our houses as much as we do," Mr. Carter said. "So we've all been becoming more politically correct, you could say." The new policy applies only to members of the Interfraternity Council, which includes the school's 10 historically white fraternities. It does not apply to the campus' sororities or its historically black or Latino Greek organizations, in part because none of those groups have houses of their own. Only seven of the 10 IFC fraternities have houses, meaning the policy's impact will be minimal on the other three. Historically, universities have had a stronger hand in regulating on-campus fraternities than those with houses not on university property. But the new policy applies equally to the five on-campus frats and the two off campus. The university also announced that fraternities may still hold events with alcohol at places other than their houses, but only if they hire a third party such as a bar to serve the alcohol and check IDs. Mr. Carter said that fraternity members were concerned less by the new policies than by how they were imposed. "It's the fact it was handed down to us without our input," he said. He said that the fraternity council is not informed when alcohol-related allegations are made against members, meaning the group cannot be proactive in fixing the problem. What's next The next step will be an evaluation of the existing rules governing fraternity parties to determine if they're strict enough. Already, many fraternity events must be approved by university officials, including advance submission of a guest list, designated drivers, and someone to check students' identification. "I don't think it will be a lot of new rules and regulations as much as making sure they follow the rules already in place," Dr. Jacobs said. In January, UNT plans a "leadership summit" with local, alumni, and national representatives of all the campus fraternities. Dr. Jacobs said she didn't want to estimate when drinking might return to the houses, but she said she hoped it would be measured "in months, not years." E-mail jbenton@dallasnews.com It's Last Call at UNT

I don't know if anyone caught this or not but NMSU Post Chris "T-Rex" Jackson did not make his grades and will have to sit out the first semester of 2002. I read this in the Dallas Morning News. Jackson you might recall originally signed with Vic Trilli and UNT out of Kimball back in 98-99, did not academically qualify and was placed at Garden City CC. He later would sign with NMSU. This doesn't affect the conference race as much but could impact their chemistry...

Wow that would be huge...if anyone can find any news articles on this please post. I have said for years that the metroplex badly needs a public law school. Lets keep our fingers crossed on this one!

12:00 EDT Wednesday UNT enrollment jumps to record high Enrollment at the University of North Texas in Denton reached 30,256 students on Sept. 9, the highest fall enrollment in the school's 112-year history. That's 8.6 percent higher than the 27,858 students counted last year. "This year's 30,000-plus enrollment comes at a particularly good time," said Norval Pohl, UNT's president. "Since this is the base period that determines UNT's formula funding for the next two years, our new enrollment has the potential to significantly and positively impact our appropriations from the state. This is especially important now because new funds for higher education could be in short supply due to the economy." "If funds are available to the Texas Legislature, our growing enrollment has the potential to generate additional state revenue that can be used to enhance existing academic or service programs and/or develop new ones such as the College of Engineering," Pohl said. All enrollment figures are unofficial until the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board verifies them later in the fall. It's the sixth consecutive year of increased enrollment at UNT and tops last year's record. Freshmen enrollment of 5,091 students is up 7.9 percent. Sophomore enrollment grew 4.9 percent, the number of juniors grew 3.5 percent and senior enrollment was up 2.8 percent. The largest gain came from the graduate level, where the number of master's degree candidates was up 27 percent, or 1,356 students. The number of doctoral candidates was up 5.3 percent, or 63 students. The enrollment doesn't include 254 out-of-state students who are registered for UNT courses offered on the Internet. However, the total does include 869 students at the UNT System Center at Dallas. Web site: The University of North Texas

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http://www.dallasnews.com/politics/localne...kson.61641.html A new hat for 'Judge Jackson' Head of Dallas County government reflects on 15 years in job 08/21/2002 By ED HOUSEWRIGHT / The Dallas Morning News For 15 years, Dallas County Judge Lee Jackson has had to explain that he's not really a judge. He doesn't preside over a courtroom. He's not even a lawyer. But with his last day on the job Tuesday, he acknowledged that he'll miss being called "judge." AT A GLANCE Age: 52 Party: Republican Political history: Served in the Texas Legislature from 1977 to 1986; elected county judge in 1986 and re-elected in 1990, 1994 and 1998; has had the second-longest tenure of any Dallas County judge, behind Lew Sterrett, who served from 1949 to 1974 Highlights in office: Named to Texas Monthly's list of the 10 best legislators, 1983; oversaw the financing and construction of several major county facilities, including the Frank Crowley Criminal Courts Building in 1989, the Lew Sterrett Justice Center North Tower in 1993 and the Henry Wade Juvenile Justice Center in 1995 Education: Bachelor's degree in political science, Duke University, 1971; master's degree in public administration, Southern Methodist University, 1972 "I made fun of it a little bit when I first ran," said Mr. Jackson, who led the five-member Commissioners Court that runs county government. "People asked me why we have such an artificial title. But it is a title with a long history, and it carries a certain cachet. It resonates as part of the state's political history." On Wednesday, he begins a new career as chancellor of the University of North Texas System – a job that's both similar and radically different from the one he's had since 1987. He replaces Dr. Alfred Hurley, who officially retires on Aug. 31 after 22 years. As county judge, Mr. Jackson – "Judge Jackson" – has worked with commissioners to set the county tax rate and supervise the jail system, the Sheriff's Department, the district attorney's office, Parkland Health & Hospital System and other county operations. "County government serves a lot of people who are in some distress," said Mr. Jackson, 52. "They're either in litigation, in jail, in the public health system or the mental health system." By contrast, higher education "exists to help people lift up their lives and fulfill dreams," he said. "It will be gratifying to work with faculty, administrators and regents who are spending all their time thinking about ways to help more students improve their families' financial circumstances, move ahead professionally and develop their creative talents or scientific knowledge," Mr. Jackson said. The University of North Texas System includes the main campus in Denton, the UNT Health Science Center in Fort Worth and the fledgling UNT satellite campus in Oak Cliff. "The chancellor's role is general policy development, strategic decisions and external relations," he said. "There are areas in which I'll be on a fast learning curve." Mr. Jackson's colleagues say he's up to the task. "He sees the complete picture and doesn't focus just on the problem," Commissioner Mike Cantrell said. "He acknowledges the problem and then gets it solved." Mr. Jackson, who is not a career educator, was a nontraditional choice for the chancellor's position. But commissioners say he's a perfect fit because he can take advantage of the knowledge and relationships he's developed over 15 years as county judge and the previous decade as a state legislator. "I think the job was made for him, and him for it," said Commissioner Jim Jackson, a UNT alumnus. As soon as UNT regents named him chancellor last month, Mr. Jackson began preparing for the job. He said he had planned to have an apartment in Denton by now but hasn't had time to look for one. Once he gets an apartment, he said, he'll divide his time between Denton and Dallas until his youngest daughter graduates from high school in Dallas next spring. The chancellor's job carries a big jump in pay. He'll earn $295,900 a year – more than twice his $126,467 county salary. In addition, Mr. Jackson will receive an annual housing allowance of $29,000 and a car allowance of $8,400. "From everything I've learned in the past month, I'm going to earn it," he said. "It's a very challenging environment in higher education these days." Colleagues say Mr. Jackson leaves an impressive legacy. During his tenure, the county completed the Frank Crowley Criminal Courts Building, added the North Tower to the Lew Sterrett Justice Center, built a new juvenile detention center, opened The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza and maintained one of the lowest tax rates among large Texas counties. He has compiled the second-longest service of any Dallas County judge – behind only Lew Sterrett, who held office from 1949 to 1974. "In my opinion, he set a standard for the county judge position," Mr. Cantrell said. Mr. Jackson will be replaced – at least on an interim basis – by former state District Judge Margaret Keliher, the Republican candidate for county judge on the November ballot. She faces Democrat Harryette Ehrhardt, who has been a state legislator for eight years. Commissioners plan to approve Ms. Keliher's appointment on Aug. 27. The three Republican commissioners say they will vote for her. The only Democrat, John Wiley Price, said he would abstain. "I'm thrilled," said Ms. Keliher, 47. "Those are big shoes to fill."

Buford, I appreciate your point. However, the flaw in your analogy is that Watkins can recruit players to the Big 12 league more than he can Texas A&M Basketball. Johnny doesn't have that luxury. Honestly the whole Chris Jackson, Jamal Brown, etc. experience has led me to see it this way. Perhaps this young man is different...I hope so.

If he's a decent player you can bet he's a goner. Tough news for JJ and the program. He will bounce back however.

13:26 EDT Tuesday UNTHSC School of Public Health gets accredited The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth is now home to the state's third accredited school of public health. The Council on Education for Public Health has awarded a five-year accreditation to UNTHSC's School of Public Health, putting it in the same company as the University of Texas and Texas A&M Health Sciences Center. UNTHSC is the 32nd university in the country to receive the accreditation. "Accreditation means that outside reviewers have found our educational and research programs to be among the best in the country," Fernando Trevino, dean of the School of Public Health, said in a statement. To be accredited, an institution must offer master's degrees in epidemiology, biostatistics, health management and policy, environmental and occupational health and social and behavioral sciences. It also must offer a doctoral degree in at least one of those disciplines. UNTHSC offers doctorates in all but environmental and occupational health, but is considering offering that degree soon. Sign up to receive free daily business updates by email every weekday afternoon. Use Search Watch to watch for related topics, companies. Receive free Industry News via email. Choose from 46 different industries. "The most significant impact for students and graduates to qualify for jobs, fellowships and grants that require graduates from an accredited university," said Pat Evans, executive director of the Council on Education for Public Health. In 1992, a steering committee of community leaders and health professionals proposed establishing a public health school in North Texas. UNTHSC launched a master's degree program in 1995 and established the School of Public Health in 1999. This fall, the school will set an enrollment record of more than 200 students studying in its program. Another 36 students will be working toward doctorates of public health. Construction also will begin this fall on a $27.5 million building to house the school and the biotechnology research programs at the health science center. Web site: http://www.hsc.unt.edu.

I got to watch UNT Recruit Sam Byrd play some in the first half. Couple of early thoughts: - He's tall, every bit of 6-10+, and can run up the floor. Long wingspan. - He's thin and his upper body and arms need development. - He looks really young...perhaps just turned 18 or maybe still 17? He could get taller although he's never going to be a beast physically speaking. - He's tall enough that he can get some boards although I don't see him as a "boardman"... his strength at this point is shot blocking and fast break ability (speed). - Has definate shot blocking skills already. Blocked at least two that I saw. Seems to have natural Will Smith type of timing. - He is more of a finesse reactionary player not very aggressive and not very physical. He seems to still be adjusting to his body (height). - He could help us from a shot blocking perspective but would be a liability as a low past defender against the likes of Southall etc.. - From a brief look, I would guess that Johnny would prefer to redshirt this kid and give him a year in the weight room. He has a huge upside with his height and athleticism. This guy is a caliber of player (huge upside with height and wingspan) that we haven't been able to get at UNT prior to Jones. Analayst Jim Haller commented that "Byrd is heading to the University of North Texas where his coach Johnny Jones is doing a fine job."