Stay Connected
PACS has established many partnerships throughout the local and global community which allow students to engage in hands-on service while getting their degree. Students not only make lasting connections helping to advance their career, but also make a difference outside the classroom.
How can YOU get involved?
Visit any of the sites below for more information on how you can make an impact today! We look forward to helping you make a difference in whatever may interest you.
America Reads
Dedicated to educating at-risk youth, America Reads after-school program utilizes UNT student volunteers and those qualified for federal work-study to serve as tutors in local elementary schools. Click here to learn more...
Center for Public Management
An outreach arm of the Public Administration department, the Center for Public Management provides continuing education and assistance to local governments throughout Texas and the Southwest. Click here to learn more...
Christian Studies
This program will support research about Christians and their institutions with an eye on the production of work that help Christians serve their community and the larger society. Click here to learn more...
Coalition for Leadership in Aging Services
The Coalition for Leadership in Aging Services (CLAS) provides continuing education for leaders in aging services. Individuals who work in retirement communities receive specialized training from industry professionals and benefit from a national network that allows them to better serve our aging populations. Click here to learn more...
Easter Seals
Traditionally underserved families receive autism intervention through a partnership between PACS departments of Behavior Analysis and Applied Anthropology, and Easter Seals North Texas. Click here to learn more...
IamWe
An example of engaged teaching and research that closes the gap between high school and higher education. This educational program uses digital storytelling and action research as praxis—incorporating media technology, personal stories, and youth voices to reflect upon (research) and change (act upon) the lives of at-risk youth. IamWe empowers high school youth by using media, research, and collective action as forms of agency. Click here to learn more...
Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Organization
(formerly American Humanics): Consistently recognized as one of the most service-centered organization on the UNT campus, NLA is a national alliance of 63 colleges and universities and 70 national nonprofit partners dedicated to preparing the next generation of nonprofit leaders. Through this unique organization, students are able to earn a certificate in Nonprofit Management & Leadership by completing competencies, internships, and leadership and service activities. Click here to learn more...
Organization for Reinforcement Contingencies with Animals (ORCA)
ORCA is dedicated to the care, welfare, and training of captive animals. Students have the opportunity to enrich the quality of life across a range of species in settings such as zoos, animal shelters, and museums. Students participate in behavioral research projects investigating the causes of behavioral issues in animals and interventions to bring about needed change. . Contact Jesus Rosales for more information. Click here to learn more...
Seniors & Volunteers for Childhood Immunizations
The Seniors & Volunteers for Childhood Immunization program encourages the timely receipt of immunizations for pre-school aged children in Texas and beyond. Trained volunteers educate new mothers and help them enroll in a community-based immunizations reminder program. Through this program, new mothers gain community support as well as awareness of a critical issue. Click here to learn more...
Service Learning
This method of teaching brings textbooks to life and deepens knowledge of course content by planning, implementing, and reflecting on a community-service experience. It is the opportunity for students to be involved in the world outside of UNT while providing a service to the community. Service Learning spans across all PACS majors, minors, and certificate programs. PACS faculty continue to seek innovative ways of impacting the community while engaging students through this teaching methodology. Click here to learn more...
Southern Seed Legacy
The Southern Seed Legacy (SSL) strives to reverse the erosion of plant genetic diversity and cultural knowledge in the American South by encouraging and supporting local seed saving seed exchange networks and in situ conservation. Click here to learn more...
Success for Life through Reading
Success for Life through Reading is a unique literacy program that benefits low income pre-schoolers in the local community. College student volunteers read stories and conduct activities with pre-school classes and leave each child with the gift of a book. The program inspires children to grow their love of reading and allows them to build their very own library. Click here to learn more...
UNT SERVES!
In the UNT SERVES! Living-Learning community at Kerr Residence Hall, students interested in community service live together. Students engage in leadership and service activities that enable them to build lasting friendships, career networks, and gain valuable experiences that empower them to become the next generation of leaders. Click here to learn more...
UNT WELL
An outreach and training component within the Department of Rehabilitation, Social Work, & Addictions, UNT WELL offers support for people with disabilities. Programs include continuing education for field professionals, supported employment, and Transitional Summer Camps that support people with disabilities in defining and nurturing career goals. Click here to learn more...
Lab of Environmental Anthropology
One of the major emphases within the UNT’s research clusters is sustainability. This project aims to develop a bridge between UNT and DFW’s South Asian Community to capitalize on this relationship to foster their sustainable practices. Click here to learn more...