Image NASA’s OSIRIS-APEX Mission to Apophis: Key for Earth’s Defense Feb. 14, 2025 Asteroid Apophis, once feared to potentially impact Earth, will make a close flyby in 2029. NASA’s OSIRIS-APEX mission, led by University of Arizona, will catch up with Apophis just days after its closest encounter to Earth. Read more
Image U of A astronomer Erika Hamden named to Arizona Space Commission Feb. 14, 2025 Gov. Katie Hobbs appointed Hamden, a renowned expert on ultraviolet telescopes, to the commission to help shape Arizona's role in aerospace and space sciences. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A student-faculty engagement recognized in national survey Feb. 13, 2025 The National Survey of Student Engagement recognized the U of A for meaningful faculty connections, strong academic support and a campus that emphasizes success. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A earns prestigious award for global learning initiatives Feb. 11, 2025 The Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization recognizes innovative strategies and partnerships fostering global learning opportunities. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image From service to school: How the U of A supports military-connected students Feb. 10, 2025 The Veterans Education and Transition Services program provides comprehensive support for military-connected students, including help with benefits, academic guidance and peer-to-peer mentoring. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Yuma agriculture generates $4.4B in state economic activity, U of A study finds Feb. 10, 2025 Yuma's agriculture and agribusiness contributed $4.4 billion in economic activity to the state of Arizona and $3.9 billion to Yuma County in 2022. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image U of A to help develop national standards for sustainability in higher ed Feb. 6, 2025 The U of A and 20 other U.S. institutions will help the Carnegie Foundation develop a new higher education designation recognizing sustainability and climate action. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image Seed fund to help early-stage university startups enters investment phase Feb. 6, 2025 The Wildcat Philanthropic Seed Fund is ready to begin making its first investments to help launch startups from the innovations of faculty, staff, students and alumni. Read more at University of Arizona News
Image See yourself as a scientist at Flandrau's newest exhibit Feb. 5, 2025 "Universe of Science" is an interactive exhibit that explores everything from microscopic worlds to monsoon storms to the farthest reaches of deep space. Read more at University of Arizona News
