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Buildings That Changed Tucson, 1783 to 2002

May 13, 2013 Tucson architect explains why four buildings encapsulate area's history
Once a flourishing part of the Coronado Forest, charred tress stand near Portal Arizona. A reminder of the Horseshoe 2 which fire ripped thorough thousands of acres of forest in the summer of 2011.

Horseshoe 2 Fire, Two Years Later

May 8, 2013 Chiricahuas blaze scorched 200,000 acres; recovery slow

More Pomp, New Circumstance for Class of '13

May 6, 2013 Fireworks, musical ensemble with UA graduation at Arizona Stadium

UA Housing Looms Over Neighborhood

May 6, 2013 High-rise complexes bring density to single-family West University
The Veterans Education and Transition Services (VETS) center on the fourth floor of the University of Arizona Student Union provides student veterans with a study space and resources to help navigate civilian life.

Vets Navigate Reentry to Civilian Life

May 6, 2013 Diverse challenges bring diverse approaches to transition
A bee sits on a blooming flower.

Buzz on Bees: They Communicate

Apr 30, 2013 Researcher studies their ways to aid computer, robotic networks
A tai chi class gathers to practice in north Tucson. A new UA study finds tai chi can help prevent falls in stroke survivors.

Tai Chi Boosts Balance in Stroke Survivors, Study Finds

Apr 23, 2013 UA researchers find Chinese martial art protects stroke survivors from falls
Here we have the exterior of Biosphere 2 which is illuminated by a beautiful, golden sunlight.

Focusing on Planet Earth

Apr 17, 2013 Biosphere 2, annual Earth Day raising awareness
Old Main at the University of Arizona.

Regents Approve 3% Tuition Hike for UA

Apr 4, 2013 Board to explore tuition options for young immigrant students

No 'Man With Rifle' in UA Building

Mar 22, 2013 911 call leads to 3-hour, 'floor by floor, room by room' search
A giant moth also known as the tobacco hornworm is helping scientists understand the sense of smell in insects and humans.

Bug Brains Reveal Secrets of Smell

Mar 19, 2013 UA researchers use moths to explore insect, human senses of smell

UA Develops iPhone Dust Storm App

Mar 19, 2013 Free download gives user real-time info on issues anywhere in US
Adam Block, manager of the UA-operated Mount Lemmon Sky Center, talks about the PanStarrs Comet which he was able to photograph.

2013: Year of the Comet

Mar 13, 2013 Scientists are excited about astronomical opportunities

Report Puts AZ In Top 10 for Higher-Ed Cuts

Mar 6, 2013 Analysis shows funding down 35%, enrollment up 20% since 2007
Reina Koussa, a student in the UA program Project FOCUS, arrives on campus.

Project Offers Path to College for Intellectually Disabled

Mar 5, 2013 Innovative UA program opens door to new opportunities, advantages

'Practice Calligraphy, Live Longer'

Feb 28, 2013 UA professor brings ancient art to her students

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