Joint appointments provide opportunities for faculty members to have assigned responsibilities in two or more academic disciplines.  University of North Texas (UNT) faculty members may hold appointments in multiple academic units within the university; and with other institutions of higher education or external organizations.  Individuals employed with other institutions of higher education or external organizations may hold appointments at UNT.  All joint appointments require the approval of each academic unit involved in the search, offer, execution, and evaluation of the agreement.