Tucson garden supports students after nutrition cuts
A Tucson school garden helps students learn food skills and build resilience as federal nutrition education funding is cut across Arizona.
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News about K-12 education, the University of Arizona and Pima Community College.
SNAP-Ed cuts force South Tucson’s Garden Kitchen to scale back
Federal SNAP-Ed funding cuts forced South Tucson’s Garden Kitchen to scale back programs while continuing to serve Pima County communities through food and education.
Some UA students rethink college as social media fuels business
University of Arizona students in Tucson are using social media to start businesses, raising questions about the role of college in entrepreneurship.
Bobby’s Garden takes root as living tribute to Tucson master gardener
Bobby’s Garden, a new school garden at Mansfield Middle School in Tucson, honors master gardener Bobby Gentry while supporting hands-on learning for students.
UA first responders report late-semester rise in alcohol calls
University of Arizona first responders report a late-semester rise in alcohol-related emergencies and urge students to seek medical help and practice safer drinking.
UA students spotlight lived realities of poverty in Tucson
Sociology students shared firsthand research on housing, food insecurity and financial stress during a community forum examining how rising costs and limited resources affect families.
UA advertising students partner with veterans nonprofit
University of Arizona advertising students worked with BaseCamp for Veterans Inc. this fall to develop a campaign aimed at expanding awareness of the nonprofit’s equine-assisted programs.
Flandrau celebrates 50 years with new exhibit, holiday shows
As it enters its next half-century, Flandrau is highlighting its legacy of science education with refreshed exhibits and immersive programs that continue to spark curiosity in visitors of all ages.
UA halts studio art minor amid class availability shortages
The school says the program is paused to address enrollment bottlenecks and ensure current majors and minors can graduate on time.