Youth explore food waste solutions at Tucson Village Farm conference
More than 30 Tucson students spent a day at Tucson Village Farm last month as part of the KALE conference focused on reducing food waste and promoting sustainable habits.
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UA PhD student prepares for Garmin Marathon in Tucson
University of Arizona Ph.D. student James Hollister is gearing up for Saturday’s Garmin half marathon, inspired by Tucson’s supportive running community and scenic desert routes.
UA approved $870K Flock Safety deal for campus surveillance
The University of Arizona approved a five-year, $870,000 deal with Flock Safety to install 62 license plate–reading cameras, while South Tucson weighs ending its own contract over privacy concerns.
Student project helps South Tucson plan for the future
A University of Arizona urban planning class partnered with the City of South Tucson to create an award-winning toolkit that helps the community plan for an equitable, culturally rooted future.
Tucson providers push for better mental health access
As Arizona continues to rank among the worst states for mental health access, Tucson providers are working to expand care through local partnerships, telehealth, and student-led initiatives.
Vail math teachers' Halloween costumes spark outrage, threats
A group of Cienega math teachers faced threats and national backlash after photos of their blood-stained “Problem Solved” Halloween shirts went viral.
UA students feel strain of federal shutdown
University of Arizona students are feeling the effects of the ongoing federal government shutdown, with families missing paychecks, research funding frozen, and travel plans upended.
Democrats lead in Tucson council races; school bonds pass
Early results showed Democrats Kevin Dahl and Miranda Schubert leading in Tucson’s contested City Council races, while voters approved key school and planning measures across the city.
UA students find fame as campus influencers
Student influencers at the University of Arizona are turning campus life into content, drawing national attention to Tucson and reshaping how college life is portrayed online.