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Our very own 'hidden gems' will be highlighted during the University's first Museum Day
The University will hold its first-ever Museum Day on Saturday.
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June 23, 2010
Joel Valdez will officially end his 20-year tenure at the University of Arizona on June 30. But just as he did things a little differently on the job, he will have a different kind of retirement – one that keeps him hard at work.... Read More
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June 23, 2010
Money is tight for a lot of us these days. But what if someone handed you a $100 bill to spend on anything you wanted? We wondered what campus employees would do with the cash. Splurge on new shoes? Enjoy a fancy dinner? Take a day trip... Read More
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June 23, 2010
When Isaac Villegas-Durgin helps ex-gang members and preteen youth who have criminal records or have been addicted to drugs and alcohol, he sees a mirror of his former self.
"I share the same past as a lot of these kids," said... Read More
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June 16, 2010
Got an itch to hit the beach or go on that hiking expedition you've been thinking about for years? If you've got extra vacation hours under your belt, now might be a good time to do it.
University of Arizona employees who have... Read More
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June 16, 2010
Name
Gail StevensonPositionÂ
Research Assistant Professor, Department of RadiologyNumber of years at the UAÂ
26Favorite thing about working at the UAÂ
"The people I work with... Read More -
June 16, 2010
School's out for summer, but that doesn't mean the learning has to stop. The University of Arizona's Steward Observatory offers plenty of summertime activities that provide educational fun for the whole family.
Right here on... Read More
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June 16, 2010
A few weeks ago we asked you to send in any burning questions you have for President Robert N. Shelton. We're sad to say that we received only a handful of responses.
So here's a reminder: You and your fellow University of... Read More
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June 9, 2010
The Arizona Board of Regents will be asked during its meeting this week to approve bylaws, articles of incorporation and a board of directors for a new non-profit company that will bring University Medical Center Corp. and University... Read More
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June 9, 2010
Snails, the Cold War, the Rillito River, immigrants and the tongue are among the research subjects being funded by Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Grants at the University of Arizona.
Five projects involving 14 UA faculty... Read More
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June 9, 2010
With temperatures on the rise and monsoon season around the corner, mosquitoes may soon be abuzz on campus. University of Arizona employees are being asked to help "fight the bite" and prevent the spread of mosquito-borne West Nile... Read More
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June 9, 2010
As the University of Arizona works toward becoming a "greener" campus, individuals can do many things to help. From recycling soda cans, to making double-sided copies, to turning off the lights when leaving a room, every little bit... Read More
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June 2, 2010
When University of Arizona employee Jennifer Hoefle learned last year that a change in state law would make her partner ineligible for health insurance benefits provided by the UA, worry took hold.Â
Hoefle, the program... Read More
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June 2, 2010
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Lawrence SanchezPosition
Dining Services Supervisor, Senior, Arizona Student UnionsNumber of years at the UA
8 monthsFavorite part about working at the UA
"The challenge is... Read More -
June 2, 2010
Don Seeley, retiring director of the Applied Portfolio Management Program at the Eller College of Management, says there are three things he'll miss most about the University of Arizona – its past, present and future students.
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June 2, 2010
You have a busy schedule. President Robert N. Shelton has a busy schedule.
But if you both found time to have a chat over lunch, what would you want to talk about?
We're asking Lo Que Pasa readers to send in the... Read More
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May 26, 2010
The University of Arizona is moving forward on a new budgeting system that will change the way tuition dollars are distributed in an effort to provide increased incentives for teaching activities.
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May 26, 2010
New mothers face a lot of challenges, especially as they try to balance caring for a newborn with returning to work. To help, the University of Arizona offers designated lactation areas for nursing moms. Life & Work... Read More
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May 26, 2010
Ever regret not taking that dance class in college? Or trying your hand at painting or astronomy? With the wide variety of course offerings available on a college campus, it’s hard to squeeze them all in. We wanted to know from... Read More
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May 26, 2010
Facilities Management at the University of Arizona has been recognized nationally for something that is rarely seen or thought about on campus but is universally appreciated, especially here in the desert Southwest.
Building... Read More
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May 26, 2010
Looking to publicize your campus events on a nonexistent advertising budget? Consider listing them on the UA's Master Calendar.
As one of the UA's most popular websites, it's a great (and did we... Read More