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Flowers, candles and letters lay in front of the Harshbarger building sign following the murder of Professor Thomas Meixner on Wed. Oct. 5, 2022 at the University of Arizona. Meixner was killed by a former student on campus.

Former UA student sentenced to life for professor's murder, victim's family calls for gun reform

Murad Dervish will serve life in prison with an additional 14 years for other charges.
White flowers are planted around the historic fountain in front of the Old Main building on the University of Arizona campus.

UA search committee finalizes evaluation criteria for its next president

Some of the criteria includes financial literacy and trust building skills.
n this Oct. 20, 2012, file photo activist Noam Chomsky stands during a press conference to support the Gaza-bound flotilla in the port of Gaza City. Chomsky is hospitalized in his wife's native country of Brazil after suffering a massive stroke, she confirmed Tuesday, June 11, 2024.

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

Chomsky transformed the study of linguistics and has also been an influential critic of U.S. foreign policy and the media.
A view of the mall at the University of Arizona taken from the Student Union.

UA expecting less cash on hand next fiscal year

In a report to an ABOR committee UA officials gave the latest numbers.
National Cyber Director Harry Coker, Jr is interviewed at Pima Community College in Tucson, Ariz., on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

White House National Cyber Director visits Pima Community College

PCC reports an 83% increase in enrollment in their cybersecurity programs.
Flowers, candles and letters lay in front of the Harshbarger building sign following the murder of Professor Thomas Meixner on Wed. Oct. 5, 2022 at the University of Arizona. Meixner was killed by a former student on campus.

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

A 12-person jury found Murad Dervish guilty of six felony charges, including aggravated assault and first-degree murder.
Pima County Superior Court Sign

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

Alleged shooter Murad Dervish is pleading guilty except insane to second degree murder.
Pima County Superior Court

Former UA graduate student claims he didn't know killing professor was wrong

The trial for alleged UA shooter Murad Dervish continued this week.
Cochise College in Sierra Vista.

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

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.

Trial begins in UA professor Thomas Meixner murder

Former grad student Murad Dervish pled not guilty to 7 felony counts, including 1st degree murder.
Police and protestors clash at 2:00 a.m. on Park Avenue on the edge of the University of Arizona campus as officers worked to break up a pro-Palestine encampment on campus. May 1, 2024

The Buzz: Protests at Arizona's universities

Clashes on campus have lead to arrests, changes in policy around on-campus gatherings.

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

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".
University of Arizona President Dr. Robert C. Robbins speaks during an Arizona Board of Regents meeting on April 18, 2024.

UA's fiscal woes improve: projected $52 million deficit after cuts

The announcement was made during the Arizona Board of Regents meeting on Thursday.
Capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art form that was started over 450 years ago in response to the oppression of Africans who were brought to Brazil as slaves, has gained in popularity here in Tucson. We visit Capoeira Mandinga Tucson, where masters from Brazil, and the US recently convened for a week-long event highlighting this unique cultural tradition.

It’s what brings it all together: Sports in multi-cultural places

Hear about an Arizona community college's surprisingly international soccer roster, then get introduced to an afro-Brazilian martial art.
University of Arizona's 22nd president, Robert C. Robbins.

UA President to step down from his role in 2026, maybe sooner

UA President Robert Robbins informed the Arizona Board of Regents of his decision Tuesday morning.
Pima Community College Downtown Campus.

Pima Community College increases tuition, effective this fall

The college says its tuition increase is meant to better support its programs and give pay raises to its employees.

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