Education News

UA Professor Emeritus Noam Chomsky hospitalized in his wife's native country of Brazil after stroke

Jun 11, 2024 Chomsky transformed the study of linguistics and has also been an influential critic of U.S. foreign policy and the media.

UA expecting less cash on hand next fiscal year

Jun 6, 2024 In a report to an ABOR committee UA officials gave the latest numbers.

The 54th annual Tucson Juneteenth Festival: "It's a movement, not a moment."

Jun 5, 2024 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Richard Davis remembes growing up in Tucson's Black community; learn about Aphasia, and a place in Tucson offering friendship and support for those living with it; and go storm chasing with "Stories That Soar!"

White House National Cyber Director visits Pima Community College

May 30, 2024 PCC reports an 83% increase in enrollment in their cybersecurity programs.

Bond brings building improvements and technology to TUSD classrooms

May 29, 2024 Voters approved $480 million in the last election.

Celebrating one of the Sonoran Desert's most popular visitors.

May 29, 2024 Also on Arizona Spotlight: The secrets of the Vegan Night Market; how the Noyce Teaching Scholarship is helping to find and retain good STEM teachers in Arizona; and Julie Sasse says goodbye to the Tucson Museum of Art.

Pima County celebrates eight GED’s awarded through adult education program

May 23, 2024 Recipients overcame significant life challenges including drug addiction and homelessness.

Remembering Movie Legend Roger Corman.

May 22, 2024 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Macro photographer Jillian Cowles peers into the private life of spiders; and Chris Dashiell visits "The Tomb of Ligeia".

Former graduate student found guilty of first-degree murder of UA professor

May 21, 2024 A 12-person jury found Murad Dervish guilty of six felony charges, including aggravated assault and first-degree murder.

Trial closes for former UA grad student accused of killing professor, deliberation begins

May 20, 2024 Alleged shooter Murad Dervish is pleading guilty except insane to second degree murder.

Read On Arizona and partners provide youth reading education to support fight pandemic literacy loss

May 19, 2024 Recent research suggests that third grade students struggle with reading comprehension.

Sierra Vista Police arrest former Cochise College student for “terroristic threats” to Cochise College staff

May 13, 2024 Charles B. Wise was charged with engaging in an act of terrorism, aggravated assault, interfering with an institution, and using an electronic device to threaten or intimidate.

Craig T. Nelson delivers commencement address to the UA graduating class of 2024.

May 8, 2024 Also on Arizona Spotlight: The documentary "Fair Play" gives visibility to the unending work of new mothers; and explore the Brazilian martial art of capoeira.

Trial begins in UA professor Thomas Meixner murder

May 7, 2024 Former grad student Murad Dervish pled not guilty to 7 felony counts, including 1st degree murder.

The documentary "The Happiest Country in the World: Finland" explores the reasons why.

May 1, 2024 Also on Arizona Spotlight: What "Bad Art Night" at the Arizona Science Center offers the creatively curious; "I Dream in Widescreen 2024" showcases a new class of film makers; and "Stories That Soar!" offers a 4th grader's perspective on "Self Love".

UA releases budget cuts to academic units

Apr 25, 2024 The savings from the cuts are expected to rid the university of its deficit in the next fiscal year.

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