UNT students have a way to say “Thanks” through the “Thank a Teacher” Program here
at UNT. They now can go to thanks.unt.edu to share their “thanks” with their teachers. They may complete as many of these online
forms as they wish and choose to remain anonymous. Student notes are sent to faculty
throughout the semester as part of a letter of recognition from the Provost!
Outstanding teachers at UNT do make a difference for students. They make learning
challenging and fun; they are available when needed; and they weather many storms
with students to foster bright futures. When teachers have made this kind of a difference, many
students wish for a way to say “Thanks”. In reading the notes from students we can
see trends. Students tend to say that their teacher has 1) made the course interesting,
2) made learning fun, 3) provided valuable help in future career choices, 4) was supportive
during a difficult time, or 5) was inspirational.
Collaboration across administration, academic departments, student groups, and faculty
support services provide the buy-in and support necessary to engage a ground swell
in the Thank a Teacher campaign. Support from the Provost's office, through the Vice Provost
for Student Success, links the program in a way that provides exemplary recognition
for faculty receiving these notes from their students. UNT has developed an atmosphere
of gratitude and passion for teaching that is necessary to promote student success.
Faculty, department chairs, and college deans can view all applicable letters for
current, and previous terms via the specific links listed below: