University of North Texas 
Heather Close
Undergraduate Advising
Senior Academic Counselor
Milnes Advising Center
CVAD Staff Advisory Committee Member through 2025
Art Building, Room 232A
About
Heather Close has been an academic advisor at the College of Visual Arts & Design since August 2019. Before that, she was an advisor for Texas Woman’s University and administrative assistant for the former CVAD Department of Art Education and Art History.
She is a UNT alum with a B.A. in sociology and an M.Ed. in higher education. Using the knowledge and skills obtained from those degrees, along with her 25+ years of higher education work experience, she enjoys providing guidance to students on navigating college and choosing majors. Heather was the 2022 recipient of the UNT Advisor of the Year award.
When not at work, Heather reads, thrift shops, and hangs with her husband, son, two cats and puppy dog. While not an artist, she is attracted to the arts and fascinated by others’ talent and love or need to create. Her favorite visual art media are ceramics, jewelry, and watercolor painting.
News
UNT President’s award goes to Heather Close for contributions to student success!
In March 2024, Heather Close received the President's Student Success Award. This prestigious award recognizes staff members at the University of North Texas who significantly contribute to the success of students beyond their normal job responsibilities. Heather was previously honored with the Advisor of the Year award by the Office of the Provost in 2022.
The President’s Student Success Award celebrates staff who excel in fostering student success by ensuring students have access to necessary resources and services. Heather has been instrumental in advancing the personal, professional, and academic development of students in the College of Visual Arts and Design. She promotes a student-centered atmosphere, aids in student retention, and enhances student skills in knowledge, communication, and critical thinking.