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The University of Arizona is currently navigating a challenging period as demonstrations have erupted on its Tucson campus.

University of Arizona's Jay Quade elected to National Academy of Sciences

Jay Quade, a professor in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Arizona, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences.

City of Tucson to Celebrate Building Safety Month

The City of Tucson's Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD) is gearing up to celebrate the 44th Annual Building Safety Month this May. In collaboration with the International Code Council (ICC), the city aims to raise awareness about the significance of building codes in ensuring the safety of living and working spaces.This year, the theme of Building Safety Month is "Mission Possible," emphasizing community involvement in upholding building safety standards. According to the International Code Council, the organization that spearheads this initiative, their...

University of Arizona addresses recent protests with new policy measures

The University of Arizona faced significant demonstrations on April 29-30, prompting a message from President Robert C. Robbins.

Family & kids events this May in City of Tucson

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in City of Tucson this month.

UArizona Hispanic Alumni Club honors contributors at scholarship event

The University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni Club (UAHA) is set to honor several community members for their contributions to students, the Hispanic community, and education.

University of Arizona unveils sustainable ENR2 building with public dedication event

The University of Arizona's newest addition, the Environment & Natural Resources Phase 2 (ENR2) building, will be officially introduced to the public on September 10.

UArizona forecasters predict more intense North Atlantic hurricane season

The University of Arizona's hurricane forecasting team has predicted an especially active hurricane season for 2024.

Community Input Sought for Tucson's Future Growth Plan

The City of Tucson is calling on its residents to participate in shaping the future growth of the city through the Plan Tucson initiative. The plan, which aims to outline the city's development over the next 20 years, is seeking input from the community to reflect shared goals and aspirations."Tucson has a rich history, but we must evolve to meet the needs of our developing community," stated city officials. To achieve this, the city is encouraging residents to actively engage in the planning process to ensure that future growth aligns with the community's vision.One of...

Sunnyside Unified District students and their AASA/ACT Math performance in 2022-23 school year

There were 7,396 Sunnyside Unified District students who took the AASA/ACT Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

University of Arizona responds to off-campus incident under investigation

The University of Arizona has acknowledged an ongoing investigation by the Tucson Police Department into a tragic incident that occurred early in the morning off-campus.

Did Tucson Unified District students pass or fail their AASA/ACT Math tests in 2022-23 school year?

There were 19,761 Tucson Unified District students who took the AASA/ACT Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

University mourns loss of student; police investigate off-campus incident

The University of Arizona community is mourning the loss of sophomore Erin Jones, who passed away in an off-campus incident early this morning.

Which former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?